The official website of Sneem village, the knot in the Ring of Kerry. Situated along The Wild Atlantic Way
Following winning the South and Mid-West Regional Pollinator Award in 2018 and 2019, Sneem TidyTowns commissioned a Biodiversity Feasibility Study of Sneem village which identified this unused field as an area rich in biodiversity which could be developed for the community. As a result this Wild Garden was created in 2021/22 by Sneem TidyTowns with the aid of funding from Kerry County Council through the CLÁR programme.
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A project by the FAS CE Scheme and Sneem Development Co-op Ltd.
This project was started in 2002, situated on a beautiful 2 acre site down Quay Road which was acquired by Sneem Development Co-operative in 1988. The garden was designed with the visually impaired and wheelchair users in mind. The National Council of the Blind advised the use of raised flower beds, stone kerbing for the visually impaired to tap with a stick as they walk along, wheelchair friendly paths, and the planting of textured and scented plants.
The community of Sneem is very connected to their local water bodies with the Sneem River flowing from the catchments through the centre of the village out into Kenmare Bay. As a traditional community of farmers and fishersmen, we have a strong appreciation of the importance of healthy natural waters. Our tourism industry is underpinned by the beauty of the surrounding mountains, rivers and the sea with stunning views from Sneem Bridge, Sneem Quay and the Kerry Way.
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The May issue features the winning Sneem players from Na Fianna and upcoming events for National Biodiversity Week. Inside are reports from local clubs, schools and churches and upcoming events.
The April edition features photos from the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Sneem and reports from local community groups, churches and schools. There’s lots happening in Sneem over the Easter break.
The Ogham Tree Trail seeks to increase awareness and appreciation of the importance of our native trees and their connection with the Ancient Ogham alphabet and Brehon Laws. The Ogham alphabet was deciphered by local Bishop Charles Graves (of Parknasilla, Sneem) in the 19th century. Bishop Graves also played a key role in promoting understanding of the Brehon Laws. The connection with Bishop Graves will also be exploited and used to promote the connection of the Ogham alphabet and the Brehon Laws to Sneem and the surrounding areas.
The Ogham alphabet is linked to a range of Native Irish Trees. We seek to create a sculpture for each tree using found wood from the tree and incorporating an Ogham letter in iron along with carved/wrought iron seeds and leaves. Each sculpture will have a sign giving the origins of the Ogham letter and the importance in which the tree was held in Brehon Law. The sculptures will be erected close to the living trees. Where possible, we will select veteran trees.
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The March issue features the recent Confirmation class on the front cover. Inside are plans for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Sneem. There are also reports from local clubs, churches and community groups.
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The February issue features the outright winner of Sneem GAA Lotto jackpot on the front page. Inside is news from local churches and schools as well as upcoming events in the community.
The December issue features upcoming events over the Christmas period on the front cover. Inside are reports for community groups, schools, etc. as well as Christmas ads from local businesses.