Volunteers needed for the Coventry Irish Society Allotment
September 15, 2024
We are looking for a new Allotment Manager and a team of volunteers to take over the care of our beautiful, well-kept allotment at Lakeview, just off The Allesley Old Road, Coventry.
Since 2011, the wonderful Tommy, and a team of volunteers have turned the spot into an extremely well kept, fully functioning, and beautiful allotment. The allotment is currently in excellent condition. It has been cared for so well with skill and dedication for many years. The allotment is on a sizeable plot and produces many vegetables throughout the year, which are then available to our community, in return for donations. There is a greenhouse and two sheds; one shed is well equipped with gardening tools, and the other with a seating area ideal for a tea break. There are toilet facilities, a small picnic area, and a reception within the Lakeview site.
The allotment plot is in a beautiful, safe, secure, and tranquil spot too; perfect for mental wellbeing. There are so many benefits, and we can see the future potential for other community activities throughout the year.
Tommy has asked us to spread the word for new volunteers and he is very keen to ensure that two decades’ of work are handed over smoothly. We can arrange a site visit and support for the new Allotment Manager and team. If you are interested, please feel free to contact Simon or Caroline:
simon.mccarthy@covirishsoc.org.uk
caroline.brogan@covirishsoc.org.uk
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Join us for a powerful and moving evening with Stephen Travers , bassist with the Miami Showband , as he shares his personal journey of survival, loss, and campaign for truth following the 1975 Miami Showband massacre – one of the darkest chapters of The Troubles. This unique event, hosted by Coventry Irish Society and supported by the Irish Government's Department of Foreign Affairs' Reconciliation Fund , explores themes of peacebuilding, resilience, and fight for truth and justice. More information on Stephen and his new book can be found here. Don't miss this opportunity to hear firsthand from a voice of history and courage. Admission is free, but places are limited – booking is required. To reserve your ticket, please book an advanced ticket through Eventbrite below. Wednesday 15 October 2025. Doors open: 6.00 PM | Event: 6.30–8.00 PM 📍 Coventry Irish Society, 2nd Floor, Eaton House, Eaton Road, Coventry CV1 2FJ
Beginners’ Irish Language Autumn Course 2025 with Dr Ian Malcolm Professional Irish language teacher and acclaimed Journalist, Dr Ian Malcolm, will deliver a bespoke online course in Beginners’ Irish. This course will consist of 5x classes and will take place entirely over Zoom on Saturday mornings, with Dr Ian Malcolm. Course details: Saturday 4 October 2025 - Saturday 1 November 2025 with 5x classes on Saturday mornings, delivered via Zoom from 10.30 am – 12.30 pm (including a 20 minute break). The fee for this course is £70. Course materials: The class will use the textbook, Irish For Beginners (which is in the link below). This book costs in the region of £7.00 - £10.00 and it is strongly recommended that students purchase their own copies in advance of the course. You can find details of the course textbook here. Please contact us at cis@covirishsoc.org.uk or telephone 024 7625 6629 to obtain a booking form. Registration closes 30 September 2025 (or when course capacity is reached). Early booking is strongly recommended.
