Sally Gardens Pub

Hi everyone, Next year 2017, is the centenary of the death of WWI poet Francis Ledwidge. The committee are organising a number of events to commemorate the centenary. The committee have campaigned to have a commemorate stamp struck to honour Francis Ledwidge on the centenary of his death and it has been confirmed that this stamp will now be issued. The committee felt it was fitting that Francis Ledwidge should be honoured in a special way on the 100th anniversary of his death on 31st July 2017 and they have organised a trip to his final resting place in Artillery Wood Cemetery to mark this historic occasion. This is a four day trip; 29th July to 1st August 2017 and will include a visit to the Somme Battlefields, Flanders Battlefields, Menin Gate, Ledwidge grave and memorial etc. There will be a wreath laying ceremony with prayers and poetry readings at the grave of Francis Ledwidge on 31st July. There will be a some Welsh people there in Artillery Wood Cemetery on the same day commemorating the centenary of the Welsh poet Hedd Wyn who was killed on the same day as Ledwidge and is buried not far from Francis in the same cemetery. Details of trip are attached. Should you wish to travel on this unique and historic trip to honour Ledwidge, you need to book and pay deposit of ?250 before Friday the 22nd April 2016. To book call 018434734 or email catherine@gti-ireland.com. The reason for the early booking is because accommodation in the centre of Ieper will be at a premium next year and is already booking out as 31st July is also the 100th anniversary of the first day of the Third battle of Ypres. This is a once in a lifetime trip?? Ni bheidh a leithead aris. See below for details on trip