Minister Seán Canney’s Visit to Abbey
Abbey Community Development Association and Abbey Tidy Towns were delighted to warmly welcome Minister Sean Canney and his wife, Geraldine, to the village recently to celebrate Abbey’s outstanding success in the 2024 National Tidy Towns competition. The village proudly took home a coveted Gold Medal, along with a Special Award for its Sustainability – Circular Economy Project.
Minister Sean Canney pictured with Councillor Ivan Canning, Senator Anne Rabbitte, and members of the Abbey Community Development Association Committee Joan Larkin McGreal, Rose McDonagh and Derek Brogan at his recent visit to Abbey. Photo courtesy: ACDA
During his visit, Minister Canney was given a walking tour of the village by members of the Tidy Towns group. The tour included stops at several of Abbey’s community projects, such as the Community Hen House, Lady Well, Finnegan’s Permaculture Garden, and the newly refurbished Herb Garden.
Minister Seán Canney and his wife Geraldine pictured with Joan Larkin McGreal and Maeve Lynch during his recent visit to the award-winning Community Hen House in Abbey village, recognised for its Circular Economy initiative in the SuperValu Tidy Towns competition. Photo courtesy: ACDA
Minister Seán Canney pictured at the Abbey Community Herb Garden with Joan Larkin McGreal and Maeve Lynch, during his recent visit to Abbey village to celebrate its Gold Medal win in the SuperValu Tidy Towns competition. Photo courtesy: ACDA
Along the way, the Minister took time to greet the pupils of St. Feichin’s National School, much to the delight of students and staff alike. The tour concluded at the Abbey Community Centre, where a brief history of Kilnalahan Monastery and the many heritage initiatives the community has undertaken over the years was shared, followed by some locally produced refreshments.
Members of ACDA/Tidy Towns with Minister Seán Canney and his wife Geraldine. Photo courtesy: ACDA
Minister Canney praised the village’s remarkable commitment to the Tidy Towns competition, highlighting Abbey’s participation for over 50 years. He commended the community’s pride, dedication, and spirit, describing them as “truly inspiring,” and congratulated everyone involved for firmly putting Abbey on the map.
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