Coco de Mer ‘The Pleasure Chest’ Salon - June (Date TBC)
The concept of the salon dates back to the Eighteenth century, where social gatherings in the 'grandes salons' of private residences were fuelled by dynamic hosting skills, intellectual debate, music and debauchery. Continuously striving to transform the way erotica is viewed, Coco de Mer wants to revive this great tradition and provoke thought and stimulate discussion by hosting days of unrivalled entertainment, education and enjoyment.
Take a journey with jeweller and sexual healing guide Betony Vernon as she invites women to re-think their views on erotic playtime. Whilst using gems from her exclusive line of fine erotic jewellery, inspiring teacher Betony will lead us to explore the powers of the sensorial ceremony.
This event is for Club members and Castle residents.
An experiential weekend in sculpting: 25-27th July 2008
Nicola Strong and Tanya Elliot Nyegaard would like to invite you to join them for a weekend on learning how to sculpt a portrait in clay. Set in the beautiful and sumptuous surrounding of the Castle Leslie Country House Club, the intention is to provide a relaxing and inspiring space for creating your work of art. There will be presentations on materials and processes with live demonstrations by Tanya and Nicola during the day. On Saturday evening there will be a chance to enjoy a discussion on the work of famous Irish sculptors during one of Castle Leslie’s celebrated club dinners.
Nicola Strong’s work is primarily in portraiture where she explores the spirit of character and faces using clay and bronze.
www.strongsculptures.co.uk
Tanya Elliot Nyegaard, Director of the Dublin Art Foundry, enjoys creating figurative interpretations of pose, mood and emotion.
www.tanyasart.com
Guests who would like to accompany their partners but do not want to attend this course are welcome to try one of the many activities such as horse riding or the two-day course at the Cookery School on ‘Dinner parties to impress’ which is taking place the same weekend. Alternatively, there is the opportunity to simply enjoy the experience of what it is like to live on a country house estate.
This event is for Club members and Castle residents.
Wine & Dine Club Style: September (Date TBC)
Enjoy a gastronomic evening in the castle with our mystery leading international wine expert and TV personality - to find out more and ensure your place please contact us today.
This event is for Club members and Castle residents.
‘Star-Struck’ – Shelley von Strunckel – October (Date TBC)
Enjoy dinner with a difference with renowned astrologer, Shelley von Strunckel. Guests will gain an insight into how Shelley uses astrology to analyse people in the news, ranging from politicians to movie stars. Shelley will guide you to reveal your true potential. By un-locking the secrets of the planets, Shelley will give you the tools to harness your natural planetary strengths for a more fulfilling and enjoyable future. Enjoy an evening of insight and stimulating discussion in the harmonious Club environment.
This event is for Club members and Castle residents.
Halloween Fancy Dress Ball – Saturday 1st November
Join us for this spooktacular event in the Club Pavilion with a scarily good event in store!!! Everyone is welcome from witches to vampires, superman to wonderwoman, devils and angels so get creative and you may with the best dressed prize!~
This event is open to everyone, both residents and non-residents.
Murder Mystery weekend – November (Date TBC)
What better place to solve a mystery than in a true Irish Castle Estate dating back to the 17th century. It will be up to you to solve the mystery and discover the culprit and their motive as dinner progresses. Don't miss this weekend of murder, mystery and mayhem!!!
This event is for Club members and Castle residents.
New Years Eve Glitz & Glamour Ball - Wednesday 31st December
Enjoy the last few hours of 2008 and ring in the New Year in style with our Glitz & Glamour Ball. A smart black-tie affair awaits all glamorous revellers for an evening to remember.
This event is open to everyone, both residents and non-residents.
For further information and to book your place on any of the above events, please email beyourself@castleleslie.com or telephone: +353(0)47-88100