St. Brigid of Kildare

Pilgrimage Day

Walking in the footsteps of St. Brigid

Drawing wisdom from ancestral wellsprings. On this pilgrim journey we invite you to spend time in reflection, to visit sites associated with St. Brigid with a long spiritual heritage, to slow the pace and feed the spirit.

Saturday, July 1st, 2023 10:30pm – 3:00pm Assemble at Solas Bhride Centre

Welcome to Solas Bhríde Centre and Hermitages.

Solas Bhríde is a Christian Spirituality Centre which welcomes people of all faiths and of no faith. The vision of the centre is to welcome all to know and be inspired by Saint Brigid whose legacy is ever more relevant for our world today.

We are delighted to be part of Brigid 1500 Celebrating

A Woman, A Life, A Legacy, which will be marked in 2024

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Pilgrimage

Pilgrimage is our core ministry, welcoming and facilitating those who wish to undertake a personal pilgrimage, celebrate our Christian Celtic heritage and our interconnectedness with all creation.

The values of Saint Brigid underpin all our activities.

Hospitality

Ecological Awareness

Social Justice

Contemplation

Compassion & Peace

Tranquillity & Celebration

You will find a céad míle fáilte on visiting Solas Bhríde. For information on programme of events and centre facilities please continue to scroll through our site.

Upcoming Events at Solas Bhríde

Jun 2023
21 June 2023 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Solas Bhride Centre, Solas Bhride Centre & Hermitages, Tully Road,
Kildare Town, Co. Kildare R51 Y281 Ireland
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€15.00

Celebrating Mid-Summer Light – Solstice Time

Without the sun (at its precise distance from us) there would be no life on earth. Without the tilt of our axis, there would be no seasons. These are the cosmic truths […]

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Jul 2023
01 July 2023 10:30 am – 3:00 pm
Solas Bhride Centre, Solas Bhride Centre & Hermitages, Tully Road,
Kildare Town, Co. Kildare R51 Y281 Ireland
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€20.00

Walking in the footsteps of St. Brigid – Pilgrimage Day

Drawing wisdom from ancestral wellsprings. On this pilgrim journey we invite you to spend time in reflection, to visit sites associated with St. Brigid with a long spiritual heritage, to […]

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Aug 2023
17 August 2023 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Solas Bhride Centre, Solas Bhride Centre & Hermitages, Tully Road,
Kildare Town, Co. Kildare R51 Y281 Ireland
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Free

“The Wisdom of Trees” A National Heritage Week Event

From ancient mythology and folklore, we know that our Celtic ancestors worshipped trees long before science discovered the benefits they provide for the environment. Their respect for trees can be […]

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