Category Archives: Award

National Heritage Award for mosaics at the Church of the Ascension, Timoleague, Co. Cork

The mosaics at the Church of the Ascension, Timoleague in Kilgariffe Union of Parishes were awarded the National Heritage Award for County Cork in 2021. Built in 1811, the church building is of local and national importance. Minister Heather Humphreys … Continue reading

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Bishop Paul to receive Pride of Cork Award 2021

The Pride of Cork Award 2021 will be presented to the Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross, Dr Paul Colton on Friday 26th November, 2021. The award is awarded to people, organisations and communities who are nominated by the people of … Continue reading

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Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for County Cork Church

The Collegiate Church of Saint Mary the Virgin, Youghal, County Cork has won a prestigious tourism award for the quality of the visitor experience at the church. The Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice award is given to accommodation, attractions and restaurants that … Continue reading

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Cork, Cloyne and Ross Gets Ready for Cork Volunteer Week 2020

Cork Volunteer Week 2020 is taking place from 18th to 24th May, organised by the Cork Volunteer Centre. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the work of volunteers and their importance to countless people has come to the fore.  In Cork there … Continue reading

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Royal School of Church Music Awards for Choristers in Cork

Seven choristers were presented with the Royal School of Church Music awards at the Eucharist Service at St Fin Barre’s Cathedral on Sunday 8th March. Five boys received the bronze award and two the silver award. The seven boys were examined in November and were assessed on … Continue reading

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