‘From Corries to Coast’ Photographic Exhibition
A Celebration of Wicklow’s Geological Heritage
A photographic exhibition celebrating Wicklow's Geological Heritage takes place at Blessington
Library from 22nd August till 5th September. The exhibition feature a selection of 30 entries to the
recent photographic competition ' From Corries to Coast' organised by Wicklow Uplands Council in
partnership with the Wicklow County Council’s Heritage Office. There has been great interest in the
competition with over 170 entries received. €500 in prizes were awarded to winning entries at the
launch of the exhibition on Saturday the 22nd of August. There are already plans to move the exhibition
to other venues in County Wicklow.
The aim of the photographic competition and exhibition is to acknowledge and celebrate the diversity,
beauty and significance of geology in county Wicklow and the contribution it continues to make to our
quality of life, our health and our wealth. The landscape of Wicklow has been moulded by nature over
many millions of years, giving us the distinctive mountains, lakes, valleys and coastline that we enjoy
today. This geological landscape also provides the building blocks of our livelihoods in the form of soil
for agriculture and forestry, stone, sand and gravel deposits for buildings and roads and historically,
the mining of minerals such as copper, sulphur, lead, zinc and even gold all of which dramatically
transformed the landscape and communities of county Wicklow.
Why not come along and enjoy a selection of images from around the county which showcase
Wicklow’s Geological Heritage including our outstanding landscapes and connections with people and
products. All are welcome to view the exhibition, admission is free.