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Socially distanced festival announced for Ireland this summer

Jonathan Duane
Jonathan Duane

09:37 5 May 2021


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Time to round up the gang!

As pilot festivals and nightclub event take place in the UK this week it's hard not to be jealous.

We can rejoice as there will now be a socially distanced festival in Ireland this coming summer.

At the Manor is set to be a new summer series 'celebrating the return of live music, sumptuous cuisine, arts and comedy to Ireland this July and August'

The first event is called 'Picnic At The Manor' and it will take place July 30th to August 2nd at Palmerstown House Estate in Co. Kildare.

There will two slots for people to attend the performances, a matinée (12pm - 5pm) and an evening session (6pm - 11pm) on each day of the weekend.

So far they have announced performances from Irish bands such as Smash Hits, The Joshua Tree, The Swing Cats and Ni Fianna and more to be announced.

To stay within COVID-19 guidelines, festival goers will have a socially distanced pod with a reserved picnic table seating up to 6 people.

Guests will be required to stay within their pods during the session unless they are going to the bar or bathroom.

According to LadBible, This is avoid any chance of crowding and abide by the festivals social distancing measures.

Tickets start a €30pp + booking fee and you find out more here.


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