Knocknaheeny Hollyhill Men's Shed

11/06/2026

🏌️‍♂️ Marking Men’s Health Week on the Green!
👉🏼​This morning, the crew from Hollyhill Knocknaheeny Men's Shed headed over to Bishopstown Pitch & Putt for a fantastic day out in the fresh air.
⛳​Men’s Health Week is all about looking after ourselves, staying active, and most importantly, keeping connected. There’s no better way to do that than with a bit of friendly competition, plenty of laughs, and great company.
👉🏼​Check out the lads looking sharp and ready for action and catching some of the action on the green
🏌🏼‍♀️​Fair play to everyone who came out today. Remember to take some time out for your health and wellbeing this week, gents! 💪🌱
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16/04/2026

🏠 Small Scale, Big Story: The Hollyhill Express
👀​Come and explore a unique perspective on our community! We are delighted to invite the public to view
🚂The Hollyhill Express, a stunning model exhibition currently on display in the Lobby of Cork City Hall.
​This detailed work captures the heart of the area and is a must-see for locals, history buffs, and fans of miniature craftsmanship alike.
​📍 Where & When:
​Location: The Lobby, Cork City Hall
​Duration: On display now until Monday, May 27th
​Admission: Free to the public
​This project is a wonderful collaboration between the community and local creative spirits. A massive thank you to the NICHE Health Project and Cork City Council for making this exhibition possible.
​Don't miss your chance to see Hollyhill like you’ve never seen it before!
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19/03/2026

⚒️Pallet-able Progress! 🎨🔨

👉🏼​Who knew old pallets could look this good? The Hollyhill Knocknaheeny Men’s Shed has been hard at work recycling timber into these garden treasures.
​♻️ Planters? Check.
♻️ Wishing Wells? Check.
♻️ Artistic Screens? Check.
​Sustainable, handmade, and Shed-certified. Stop by and see what we’re up to next!
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15/03/2026

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day from the NICHE Health Project & Hollyhill Knocknaheeny Men's Shed 🌸

Today, we extend our deepest respect and gratitude to all the mothers, grandmothers, and maternal figures within our community and beyond.

The foundation of any strong, healthy community is built upon the care, resilience, and unwavering support provided by mothers. On behalf of both the NICHE Health Project and the Hollyhill Knocknaheeny Men’s Shed, we want to officially recognize the vital role that you play in fostering well-being, nurturing families, and strengthening the social fabric of our neighborhoods.

Promoting Health and Well-being: Mothers are consistently the primary advocates for family and community health, ensuring that loved ones receive the care, nutrition, and emotional support they require to thrive.
Fostering Community Resilience: Through quiet dedication and boundless empathy, mothers build strong networks of support that uplift our entire community during challenging times.
Guiding Future Generations: The wisdom, patience, and guidance demonstrated by maternal figures provide an essential moral and practical compass for our youth.

We deeply appreciate the sacrifices you make and the enduring love you provide. We hope that this Mother's Day brings you the recognition, rest, and joy that you so richly deserve.

Thank you for your endless contributions to our lives, our health, and our community.

11/03/2026

05/03/2026

The lads at Hollyhill Knocknaheeny Men's Shed are literally on a roll! 🛞💨

They have been busy in the workshop crafting some brilliant new wheelbarrow planters that are going to look fantastic. 🌱 On top of that, they are hard at work putting together new windbreakers to keep the elements at bay.

Great work, gents! Keep the momentum going! 💪🛠️Fantastic effort by everyone involved.

04/03/2026

🚂 The Hollyhill Express: Now Arriving at The Canteen!
​Come and see the incredible miniature world created by the talented hands of the Knocknaheeny/Hollyhill Men’s Shed.
​This stunning model display captures the heart and architecture of our community with amazing detail—from the iconic St. Mary’s on the Hill to the familiar colorful terraces and local landmarks. It is a true testament to local craftsmanship and community spirit.
​📍 Where to find it:
​The Canteen
​🙌 Special Thanks:
​A huge thank you to the Youth Centre team for their support in making this display possible!
​Don’t miss out—stop by The Canteen today to see our neighborhood in miniature!
​Created in partnership with NICHE Health Project Cork.

03/03/2026

☀️It's officially March, and our vibrant community garden is a hive of activity.
👋🏼Our dedicated gardeners & Mens Shed members are busy nurturing the land, cutting back old growth, planting fresh seeds for spring, and gathering our first early harvests.
👉🏼Join the Get Gardening Group every Tuesday from 11 am to 1 pm.
👥We welcome new faces, so come lend a hand, share your knowledge, or simply enjoy being part of a thriving green space.
🌱 Let's make this growing season truly special together!

02/03/2026

Great things happening down at the Hollyhill Knocknaheeny Men's Shed! 🛠️🌱

The lads have been hard at work creating some fantastic new wheelbarrow planters and windbreakers. The craftsmanship is top-notch, and these are going to make a huge difference in the garden. It’s always busy hands and great company here.

Well done to everyone involved! 👏