Lilliput Adventure Centre

The Family Activity day is a time for families and grown ups affected by cleft, to enjoy time together, to chat over tea and coffee, to join in the annual raffle and above all to have fun.

This year the Cleft Lip and Palate Association is delighted to announce we are returning to Lilliput Adventure Centre in Mullingar. We have great memories from our previous visits.

Lilliput has a lot to offer, it has a trail through the bog, kayaking, climbing walls, archery and more. To mix things up a bit there are also woodland walks and treasure hunts. We will be planning something for all ages and levels of enthusiasm!

More Information

Register on Eventbrite by clicking the link here or by searching Eventbrite

Eventbrite – CLAPAI Family Day Booking 2024 – Lilliput Adventure Centre Mullingar

Meet at 9:30am and finish around 4:00pm.

Check www.lilliputadventure.com for more information about the venue.

We look forward to seeing you for another great family day …!

FAQs

How can I get to the event?

Motor transport -Lilliput Adventure Centre is located on the shores of Lough Ennell, just 10 minutes from Mullingar or 10 mins off the N6 at Tyrrellspass or Kilbeggan, EIR Code N91 W97W

Google says Newlands cross is 58 mins away, Limerick – 1hr 58 mins , Cork City – 2hr 32 mins, Navan 57 mins and Galway 1hr 25mins, Letterkenny 3hrs 7mins, Waterford 2hrs 7mins , Cavan 1 hr 11mins, Portlaoise 53 mins.

What can I bring into the event?

Bring sunblock, raincoats, the usual for Irish weather. The activities are outdoor and range from strolling, to kayaking and climbing. Wear sturdy footwear and clothes to have fun in.

Clothes worn on the ‘bog trail’ will discolour so bring old clothes. Bring old runners too. There are showers for afterwards. Bring towels, dry clothes and something to bring the wet clothes home again. This might sound like work but the bog is the best of fun!

Bring a picnic. Weather allowing we can eat outdoors. There is a good option for indoors if we need it too. Hot water will be on hand for teas and coffees.

The Centre is reasonably buggy friendly except around the bog .

Who can I bring into the event?

Please bring your child (or yourself if you are grown up), brothers and sisters also. If your child would prefer to bring a best friend instead, that is okay too. We love to see Grandparents. If you are an adult and want to bring some friends, or indeed your own children please do. The Family Activity Day has something for everybody.

How much does the event cost ?

The Family Day is an important part of the work of the Cleft Lip and Palate Association. The event is subsidised by donations and fundraising from families. We are suggesting a €20 per family contribution towards the costs but if the contribution is putting ‘petrol in the tank’ in order to get here that is fine too.

We run a raffle also which is always fun. Bring some cash for the tickets. As contactless payments have become a thing, we have a ‘Sum Up’ as a backup. If you can help out with prizes please let us know info@cleft.ie or bring along on the day

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Text 087 131 9803 or

Email info@cleft.ie

Also check Cleft Lip and Palate Association of Ireland on Facebook

The Cleft Lip and Palate Association of Ireland are pleased to host an informal evening with key members of the cleft team. Admission is free but attendees must register in advance. Search Eventbrite for cleft or  Click Here

Thursday 11th April 2024 in the Ashling Hotel Dublin 8
The doors will be open at 7:00, tea & coffee on arrival.

Our Surgical Journey, 7:30

• Dr. Catherine de Blacam, Plastic surgeon
• Mr. Tim McSwiney, Orthodontist
• Prof. Gerry Kearns, Maxillofacial surgeon 

Meeting Close & Tea & Coffee, 9:15

There will be an opportunity to continue that talk with Tea & Coffee afterwards. 

The Cleft Lip and Palate Association of Ireland AGM will take place as follows. Admission is free but attendees must register in advance. Search Eventbrite for cleft or  Click Here

Thursday 30th November 2023 in the Clayton Hotel, Liffey Valley, Dublin.
The doors will be open at 7:00, tea & coffee on arrival.

Opening Address & AGM, 7:30

• Opening address
• Company AGM
• CLAPAI update
• A.O.B.

Guest Speaker Gary Elbert, 8:00

“Visible Difference, Let’s start a conversation”

We are delighted to introduce the extraordinary Gary Elbert as our guest speaker this year. As heard on the Ryan Tubridy radio show, Gary was born with cleft lip and palate, has used his personal journey to conduct highly topical research on “Visible Difference” in NUIG, . Gary will be discussing his personal journey, his research and the impact of visible difference in community.

You can hear Gary’s earlier interview with Ryan Turbridy by clicking on the link below or by searching for Gary Elbert on the RTE web site. Click Here

In addition to his day job & his research, Gary is a formidable athlete. He is one of only 20 Irish people to complete the Spartathalon Ultra Marathon. The race takes place every September starting in Athens and finishing in Sparta, 245km or 157 miles distance. All funds raised were donated to CLAPAI (2022). Search for Spartathalon of follow the link to learn more. Click Here

Meeting Close & Tea & Coffee, 9:15

There will be an opportunity to talk more informally afterwards with a Tea & Coffee.