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West Cork flower farmers celebrate locally grown flowers

WCP Staff July, 2022

A number of West Cork flower farmers are getting ready to celebrate Irish Flower Week in July. Organised by the Flower Farmers of Ireland group, the week, which runs from July 3-10, is an annual celebration of the quality and variety of Irish cut flowers, plants and foliage. From Flicky […]

A garden paradise down Sheep’s Head way

WCP Staff July, 2022

On a wet and windy June bank holiday weekend, cabin fever eventually drove Mary O’Brien and family out of the house and down west on the Sunday to visit one of the 23 gardens on the West Cork Garden Trail. Taking on board the statement ‘there is no such thing […]

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Create a time-out space to relax and reflect

WCP Staff June, 2022

Increase your holistic wellbeing this summer by creating a reflection space in your home or garden, a place where you can go to relax, unwind and escape, so to speak. For remote workers especially, this could be your place for mindfulness and meditation breaks or a quick yoga session before […]

A labour of love

Mary O'Brien June, 2022

Garden enthusiasts and gardeners will be delighted to hear that there are 23 gardens on this year’s West Cork Garden Trail, the longest running trail of its kind in Ireland. From formally designed gardens to natural havens of biodiversity, formal to informal, traditional to more contemporary, this is an opportunity […]

One of the most cost-efficient ways to save energy is insulating your attic

WCP Staff May, 2022

Ninety-five per cent of all Irish homes have inadequate insulation in their roofs and walls and with energy prices increasing and SEAI now offering grants of up to €1,500 for insulating an attic, there has never been a better time to look into this cost-effective upgrade that can save energy […]

Don’t date your decór

WCP Staff May, 2022

In the world of interior design there are certain items that stand the test of time, whilst others are just passing trends. My clients are definitely more interested now in investing in statement or bespoke furniture, rather than what’s trending on instagram. We are all much more conscious of the […]

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