Schools out for Summer but Cork has something for all the family!

The school holidays are upon us and we are often left wondering what to do, but with an abundance of things to do and with so many top Irish acts performing, Cork really is the only place to be this summer!

Cork offers something for everyone – choose to go wild at Fota Wildlife Park, nautical at Kinsale, exploring at Blarney, or on a shopping spree in Cork City!

Or for those looking to be entertained – then this summer, Cork plays host to some of Ireland’s famous exports – as playing Live at the Marque in Cork Saturday 9th July is Irish pop sensation Westlife, whilst housewives favourite Daniel O’Donnell plays at Cork Opera House on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th. If comedy is more your thing however, then why not join in the fun and be thoroughly amused by the brilliant Tommy Tiernan, who is performing at Cork Opera House on Thursday 14th, Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th July.

So whether visiting for the attractions, the music, the comedy or just for the atmosphere, Silver Springs Moran hotel in Cork is the ideal place to stay and is conveniently located to provide easy access to Cork’s attractions and entertainment venues.

Summer in the City … from just €69 per room per night!

The weather might not be great outside … but its always time to take a summer break!!

And the Red Cow Moran Hotel has just launched its fantastic Summer Sale, with prices from just €69 per room per night or €39.99 per person sharing including our 100% Fully Irish Breakfast!

To book this great get away deal simply visit www.moranhotels.com/red-cow-moran-hotel/

We look forward to seeing you soon!

The Big Shot

Instructions:
To email your photos we will need them in a zipped file – to put your photo/photos into a zipped file all you will need to do is:
– Save your photos in a normal folder on your desktop called ‘Moran Facebook Comp’
– Right click this folder and select the option ‘send to’
– Then select the first option ‘Compressed (zipped) folder’
This will then create a new zipped folder containing all the photos, then all you have to do is attach this folder to the email you will be sending us!!!

Moran and Bewley’s Hotel Announce Official Hotel Partnership of the 2012 Irish Paralympic Team

Moran and Bewley’s Hotel Group are delighted to announce their official hotel partnership of the 2012 Irish Paralympic Team.

Paralympics Ireland is responsible for selecting, preparing and managing Ireland’s team at the Paralympic Games. Held every four years in parallel with the Olympic Games, this is the premier multisport event for elite athletes with a disability. Our athletes are currently building towards the once-in-a-lifetime “Home Games” of London 2012. As a registered charity, Paralympics Ireland also aims to ensure that Paralympic sport in its many forms (e.g. cycling, athletics, swimming, sailing, football, rowing, boccia, equestrian etc.) is accessible and offers the ultimate dream to those who reach elite standards of performance; the opportunity to represent Ireland at the Paralympic Games.

To celebrate our new partnership with the Irish Paralympic Team, we would like to offer a special discount to all families, friends and supporters of Paralympics Ireland. When reserving a room online for any Bewley’s Hotel in Ireland, simply input PI2012 in the Promo box and a discount of €10 per room per night will apply automatically to the best available room rate (subject to terms and conditions).

Join with us in supporting all the paralympians in their training and preparation to secure qualification for London 2012. Take a few moments today to enjoy the official video from the launch of Paralympics Ireland. Inspiring Beyond Belief.

Show your support, become a fan and follow the athletes on both the official Paralympics Ireland Facebook page and on the Moran Hotels Facebook page over the coming weeks and months.

Turn on the Light – Fundraising concert at Silver Springs Hotel in Cork

The Saint Vincent DePaul Society, long established as a friend to the poor, now finds itself stretched to the limit. So in an effort to assist The Saint Vincent DePaul Society to reconnect the electricity supply to the homes of less fortunate Corkonians, “Turn On The Light” the brainchild of Cork promoter Noel Magnier was created!

The special benefit concert will be held on Thursday 21st April at The Silver Springs Moran Hotel in Cork and tickets cost just €15! Tickets can be purchased at St Vincent DePaul, Tuckey Street, Cork – contact 021 4270444 or Pro Musica, Oliver Plunkett Street, Cork – contact 021 427 1659 or at the Silver Springs Hotel in Cork – contact 021 4507533

Performing on the night will be Dana, our very first Eurovision Song Contest winner and popular judge on RTE’s “Ireland’s Got Talent” and fresh from their enormous success on The Ellen DeGeneres coast-to-coast show, Crystal Swing will be performing also.

Other acts also set to perform are the Miami Showband original members – Des Lee, Stephen Travers and Gerry Brown, Celtic rock superstar Johnny Fean from the Horslips, Ireland’s hottest new country singer Derek Ryan formerly of boy band Dside and Cork’s very own Declan Ryan and Shindig.

Starting at 8pm, your MC for the night will be John McHale and DJ Rockin’ Gerry will keep the music going – it really will be a night not to be missed, so make sure you get your ticket to the hottest event in town happening at the Silver Spring Hotel in Cork.

For more information about this event and about the good work done by Saint Vincent DePaul Society please visit https://svp.ie/Home.aspx

Marketing Institutes Masked Ball at Silver Springs

The Marketing Institutes South Region 2011 Masked Ball will take place on Saturday 26th March at Silver Springs Moran Hotel in Cork.

The black-tie event sponsored by Tia Maria and themed “Get Behind the Mask” will commence at the Silver Springs Moran Hotel in Cork at 7pm with a drinks reception and music from The Cuban All Stars. More entertainment will take place throughout the night and after dinner the fabulous The Swing Cats will play followed by a late night DJ.

An event with a reputation for glitz and glamour and famed for its gifts and prizes, each couple will receive a beautiful Irish gift, kindly provided by Kilkenny Group and valued at €75, a goody bag valued at €200 and have the chance to win a fabulous Michel Jeweller’s diamond necklace, valued at €2,000 in the fun quiz.

The charity raffle at this year’s event will be in aid of Cork Swimming Club for the Special Olympics Munster and Irish Guide Dogs – Assistance Dogs for Children with Autism, and there are over 100 prizes to be won.

Tickets are on sale NOW priced at €75 per person and table bookings are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Bookings must be made on-line, please visit  https://www.mii.ie/en/cev/198 and any booking queries should be directed to cecilia@mii.ie or on 01 2160156

Whatever the occasion, Silver Springs Hotel in Cork is the perfect choice for any event.

Neven Maguire Cookery Demonstration

Neven Maguire

Neven Maguire – Award winning Chef & Restaurateur will be in Red Cow Moran  Hotel in Dublin on the 23rd of March for one evening only.

Neven will be showing us how to recreate a range of wonderful recipes focusing on Irish produced ingredients.
Showing everyday cooks how to achieve kitchen success with his indispensable culinary guide.

This wonderful event is in association with the Irish Independent and the Dublin Simon Community, so if you fancy brushing up on your gourmet skills – all for a good cause – book your ticket now.

Doors open 7.30pm for an 8pm start.

Tickets cost: €25 (including tea/coffee)

To book your tickets phone 01-459 3650
Note: Tickets may be sold out in advance

Check out www.moranhotels.com for Dinner B&B packages for the night.

Valentines Limerick Competition Finalists

We have managed to narrow the list of limericks down to 5 entries. We would like you to take over and become the Simon Cowell of the limerick world and vote for your favourite.
Make sure to get your friends and family involved!

Finalists are listed below and also how to vote!!

1. Anita McVitie

The precious thoughts I seldom say
The love I feel for you each day
The understanding that we share
The joy I feel cause I know u care
oh how I wish that we could only share
A night at Moran’s Hotel and not have a care : )
Please make this valentines one to remember

2. Tracey Broderick

To say i love u
Would not be a lie
For u my darling
U know i would die
To go to the moran
and see a great show
and to top it all off
Have my hubby in tow

3. Jenny Bourke

You ask me why I love you
My love, I’ll try to tell you
It’s the breath of life you’ve given me
It’s the smile when I smell you
It’s the blueness of your eyes
It’s the way you say you care
It’s the way my soul is incomplete
Whenever you’re not there
It’s the way you hold my hand
The way you look into my eyes
The way you capture my attention
The way you strip me of disguise
It’s the way you make me feel complete
The way you make my smile laugh
And how so naturally you make me see
You’re my other half!!

4. Nicola Brennan

There once was a man who was fine
who brought me to the red cow to dine
He showered me with roses
give ya a clue, he’s not Moses,
of course he’s my sweet VALENTINE

5. Eoin McNamara

It was in the Red Cow when I saw a sweet lass
I just didn’t know how to approach her with class.
I took a quick drink, she had beauty and grace
Her golden brown hair swept over her face.
I plucked up the courage to say my first words
I wanna be her prince in a world full of nerds.
“You look like a princess” is what I meant to say
Instead it came out as “D’ya like Home and Away?”
Lucky for me she was a fan of the Soap
And we chatted away without having a grope!
She wasn’t that type, she wanted to wait
That was fine with me too, I knew it was fate.
Seven years later and we’re still going strong
We’ve started to talk about our wedding song.
You know that it’s love when you feel it inside
It’s a natural feeling, with nowhere to hide.

To vote just Click Here!
You must be a Fan of Moran Hotels on Facebook to vote!!
The winner will be announced on Friday the 11th of February!