A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for Big Arts Weekend 2025 here in Cushendun. We are delighted that even the weather joined in this year, with sunshine and blue skies adding to the atmosphere across the village.

The programme included events and activities for all ages, including live music, poetry, drama and dance, alongside art and crafts, creative writing, local archaeology and history.  

We loved meeting you out and about and really appreciate your support. Special thanks go to our wonderful volunteers who worked so hard, both behind the scenes and on the ground, to make everything run smoothly.

Our new Membership Scheme is now live, and we are delighted to welcome our first wave of supporters. For details of how you could join them, please click here.

Coming up at the Old Church Centre

Diane Lyness Jewellery Workshop | Saturday 31 May

Pop Up Tea Room | Sunday 1 June

Pure Blarney | Sunday 8 June

Karl McGuckin in Concert | Saturday 21 June

AllStar Tribute Show | Saturday 12 July  

Benches | Sunday 10 August

Our next monthly Whist Drive is on 3 June (and continues through the summer); the last Tuesday Get Together is on 10 June (then 9 September).

Our exhibition of Malachy McSparran prints has been extened to 28 June. This curated collection of photographs will transport you back in time to the Glens of yesteryear. Open 11am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday, please check before travelling in case of other events in the space.

Love Cushendun?

The Old Church Centre is open to visitors most weekends, and a volunteer slot (12-2pm or 2-4pm on a Saturday or Sunday) is a lovely way to share your knowledge of Cushendun and the Glens with our visitors. You might want to bring a friend, some knitting or even your sketchbook. For more info, please email stephen@theoldchurchcentre.com or call 028 2176 1522.