Low Down
For many there are two types of festivals: There’s the “Oxegen/Electric Picnic-lets-roll-around-in-the-mud-sleep-in-a-tent-stumble-around-multiple-stages-and-make-various-questionable-decisions” model and then there’s the “Village-fete-auld-lad-with-guitar-on-the-back-of-a-trailor-wait-the-priest-wants-to-say-a-few-words-and-thank-the-wimmin-for-making-the-sandwiches” model.
The town of Oldcastle, County Meath plays host to the event, now in its 13th year. And unlike larger festivals where it’s all ‘VIP area’s’ and ‘Chill Out Zones’ the event usually ends in the early hours with both performers and fans together, and all absolutely locked presumably, in Caffreys Bar.
Caffrey’s Redroom will play host to the more acoustic style bands which include the up and coming ‘John Shelley and the Creatures’ while Crean’s Marquee will be home to the rockier elements, including the Richter Collective’s (great Irish indie label) roster playing throughout Saturday. For those that aren’t all about the music there’ll also be plenty of art workshops and exhibitions going on over the weekend.
WHAT?
Le Chéile Arts and Music Festival spread over four days, now in its 13th year.
WHERE?
Oldcastle, County Meath. Performances in Caffreys Redroom, Creans Phantom Marquee and Oldcastle House Hotel. If not driving, Oldcastle is best reached via bus to Virginia and ten minute taxi from there.
WHEN?
August Bank holiday, spread over four days from Friday to Sunday. Most doors open 8-9pm gigs ending approx 12:30. After shows in Caffreys Bar, free in with Le Chéile wristband.
TICKETS?
Tickets available online at www.lecheile.com, www.e2music.ie and at Creans, Caffreys’ bars and Oldcastle House Hotel. Also E2 music stores in Navan and Mullingar.
CAMPING?
Not officially…camper vans are permitted though.
OTHER FACILITIES?
The Hotels, Bars, Restaurants and Shops of Oldcastle
FOOD & DRINK?
As above
