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35th Annual Ballyhoura Country Tidy Towns Awards to Celebrate Community Spirit and Sustainability

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35th Annual Ballyhoura Country Tidy Towns Awards to Celebrate Community Spirit and Sustainability

Ballyhoura Development announce the 35th Annual Ballyhoura Country Tidy Towns Awards for Tuesday, September 3

Ballyhoura Development announce the 35th Annual Ballyhoura Country Tidy Towns Awards for Tuesday, September 3
This milestone event will celebrate the dedication, creativity, and environmental stewardship of Tidy Towns groups across Ballyhoura Country

Ballyhoura Development is delighted to announce the 35th Annual Ballyhoura Country Tidy Towns Awards, taking place on Tuesday, 3rd September 2025 at the Castleoaks House Hotel, Castleconnell.

This milestone event will celebrate the dedication, creativity, and environmental stewardship of Tidy Towns groups across Ballyhoura Country, recognising year-on-year improvements and achievements in the national Tidy Towns competition.

As part of the celebrations, Castleconnell Tidy Towns will lead a short guided walk showcasing local initiatives, including their work with the Síolta Glasa project and a preview of their upcoming Culture Night activities.


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The evening will feature keynote speaker Alex Whyatt from Global Action Plan Ireland (GAP Ireland), who will explore how communities across Ireland are contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focus on Tidy Towns initiatives. Alex will also share advice on how these contributions can be effectively referenced in applications, strengthening submissions and aligning with both national and global sustainability targets.

Ballyhoura Development will also present the YESDGs Erasmus+ Project, which empowers young people through sustainability-focused European collaboration.

“The Ballyhoura Country Tidy Towns Awards provide an opportunity for Tidy Towns volunteers to come together and celebrate their achievements over the past year. This event recognises the time and commitment these volunteers dedicate to enhancing their communities, as well as developing initiatives related to biodiversity and sustainability.” — Rhiannon Laubach, Ballyhoura Country Tidy Towns Network Coordinator

“The YESDG project offers a pathway for young people to become proactive and engaged citizens, and acknowledges their vital role in building a sustainable future. It encourages them to take concrete actions to address climate change and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals.” — Catherine Smyth, Development Manager, Ballyhoura Development

All Tidy Towns groups in Ballyhoura Country — including new groups — are warmly invited to attend. This event offers a valuable opportunity to celebrate achievements, share ideas, and inspire future action.

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