Fun-Filled Summer at SOLAS: Plant Swap & Milkshakes
As SOLAS Eco Garden Centre in Portarlington continues to innovate and invest in becoming Ireland’s number one family food and garden destination, our busiest weekend ever has inspired even more enhancements for the community to enjoy. With the highly anticipated 500m2 playground on track to open by the end of May, complete with a sensory […]
Art Class, Craft & Farmers Markets Weekend @ SOLAS
Get ready for an action-packed weekend at SOLAS in Portarlington, as we continue making great progress on the playground, welcome the return of 99s, and host a sold-out craft market. The Food Court is now open 7 days a week, serving a full menu daily, with both food containers open to celebrate the start of […]
Outdoor Food Court, Playground & Markets at SOLAS
With the arrival of good weather, SOLAS in Portarlington has experienced a surge in business and we’re excited to announce even more improvements for our customers. From the end of April, our outdoor Food Court will be open daily, serving a full menu filled with delicious options. Plus, our new, fun, secure, and FREE playground […]
SOLAS Easter kid camps Craft & Farmers Market
SOLAS continues to be the premier family destination of the midlands with an amazing array of events on over the coming weeks. David Maher co-owner of SOLAS explains “already in 2023, we have hosted a circus, a 10-day carnival, St Patrick’s festival, Brazil day and now we are ready to move into the full Easter […]
SOLAS Portarlington – Food, Potatoes & Upcoming Family Events
Last Sunday’s car boot sale was a big success with crowds from early and bargains to be haggled for. This type of event is what makes SOLAS unique as a garden centre and brings the constant buzz of ‘what will be on this weekend’. We have a busy calendar ahead such as: Sunday 5th February St. […]
SOLAS Portarlington – Car Boot Sale & New Look Cafe
Car Boot Sale Sunday 22 January 2022 This Sunday 22nd January will see SOLAS host a car boot sale. Last time this event was held over 2,000 customers visited on the day – so we are really looking forward to welcoming the crowds back. The event is running from 10am-4pm so a great chance to […]
SOLAS – Fitness Swap, Great Food & new look Cafe
Fitness Equipment Swap Sunday 15 January This weekend’s sports equipment swap and fitness event at SOLAS has really taken off with over 15 different clubs, gyms and Personal trainers booked in on the day. David Maher explains “SOLAS has organised a series of FREE fitness workshops on the day including yoga, Zumba, Jiujitsu & bubble […]
Recognitions Of Qualifications Are A Barrier To Diaspora Construction Workers – CIF
“We should be building bridges not walls for the construction diaspora to return because the industry needs their skills and expertise to deliver housing and infrastructure” The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) has identified a number of barriers deterring Irish emigrants with construction expertise from returning home. Since 2016, the CIF has highlighted a potential shortage […]
Scheme To Increase Apprenticeships In Construction Industry Launched
Four construction companies are participating in a pilot programme where apprentices spend time with each company whilst learning a trade and other critical career skills. The scheme is being run in conjunction with Solas and the industry is hoping for a national roll-out of the scheme on the basis that it could radically increase the […]
