| Cymru Wales |
| Mannin Isle of Man |
| Kernow Cornwall |
| Galicia Spain |
| Alba Scotland |
| Briezh Brittany |
| Eire Ireland |
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III. “Rhiannon’s Forest ‘Chapel of the Birds’ ”
A. Ornate Antique Reproduction of a Chapel from the south of France
B. Interior Orthodox Cathedral Style
C. Receiving Foyer
D. Changing/ Restroom
E. Raised Alter
F. Room for Musical Instruments with sound connections
G. Fenced side “Reflection” Garden, and labyrinth
H. Nestled in heavily wooded area; butterfly garden; double bell tower
IV. First Phase Parking and sidewalks; Gardens; lighting and sound; signage
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Ireland, a country of over five million people, can claim a world wide descendant population of over seventy
million, the majority of which now reside in North America. The Scots, a close second due to the various
Diasporas forced upon both groups over the last four centuries. (Paraphrased from: "Wherever Green is Worn"
by Tim Pat Coogan)
The time is NOW! The cultures of the Celtic Nations are becoming more and more popular!
Every St. Patrick’s Day all the Pubs and Restaurants in the Metroplex are
STANDING ROOM ONLY!
More people are becoming aware of the growing popularity, of all these places, traditions,
and customs. What we have now are limited to what they can do. Our goal is to promote
Celtic and American cultural heritage! To teach the children the beauty of our
differences.......and to show how, in so many ways we are the same.
A Legacy for our generations to come!
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Ce’ad Mile Fa’ilte! A Hundred Thousand Welcomes! A mighty Voice from the migrating Seven Nations of the Celtic people echoes from the past. Follow their Voice and find it come to life again on 200 of the most beautiful acres in Texas. Visit a village where ancient and modern come together. For any occasion, or none at all, bring the whole family! Shop! Golf! Ride old world horses, and wander through our woodlands. Prepare for your “special event” by beginning your day in our full service day spa. Leave the kids at their own special park to ride on the “Pooka” carousal! Have your Wedding in our Old World South of France “Chapel of the Birds” and reception just a short walk up, (or Carriage ride) to Claddagh Hall. No special occasion? Come visit our own “Sweet Colleen Bakery and Tea Room” in the “Keltic Gael” Restaurant. |
My name is Rosemary Gouger. I was adopted from Hope Cottage right here in Dallas. My
blood name was Melinda Jackson. I am a direct descendant of both Andrew Jackson and
Sam Houston. That makes me both an Ulster-Scot and Clan Donald of the Isle of Skye. I
am also part of the Wichita Native American family. I have been a Chef and Caterer for
almost thirty years working here in Texas and in England. I began my career with Double
Tree Hotels, the Texas Chef’s Assoc. Apprenticeship Program and I have worked in
almost every aspect of food service including the Director of Catering for Austin College
in Sherman, TX. My fortes are in Heritage Weddings and English Tea’s. My husband,
John Sanders is an Irish American Celtic Historian. Our daughter, Summer (for whom the
“Sweet Colleen” is named) is a Baker in Highland Park.
I have been working on this concept for many years. I have a team in place and we are
ready to make this dream a reality!
Please enjoy reading about this wonderful business/ cultural concept. We really need
your input, advice, and help! This is far too big to do alone. “It takes a Village to raise a
child” (Old Celtic proverb).
With access to five major hotels, fifteen minutes from DFW Airport, less to Love Field,
just down the road from Down Town Dallas.
We are all about customs, our customs, your customs, and ancient customs. What they
are still today, what they have become, and sometimes brand new customs to create!
“Something old, something new, something borrowed something blue?” These are
some of the customs we still share today. But, do you know where these customs came
from? We do!
Q. Do you know how many Celtic Style or Themed Pubs and
Restaurants there are in the Dallas Ft. Worth Metroplex?
A. I stopped counting at 50!
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Phase One The Keltic Gael Restaurant
A. Fifty seat dinning room: with revolving stage and hidden music room
B. Full service bar (cross between French Wine Bar/ Irish Pub)
C. “The Sweet Colleen” European Retail Bakery: Old World Breads & Sweets; Tea
Foods; Carry Out Lunch Foods;
(with specialty; low carb. & sugar free selection)
1.)Private dinning room-Tea room (seats 30): Specializing in Ladies and
Children’s Tea Parties- Featuring the “Loch Nessy Tea Party” and “Bonnie
Prince Charlie"
2.)Outside patio and garden service
D. The Country French Room: banquet room (100 seats) separates the main dinning
with collapsible wall opening into 150 seat capacity for special entertainment
E. Second floor: On site lodging for service employees, and landlord
F. Second floor: Work, conference, and laundry rooms for facility
A. Fifty seat dinning room: with revolving stage and hidden music room
B. Full service bar (cross between French Wine Bar/ Irish Pub)
C. “The Sweet Colleen” European Retail Bakery: Old World Breads & Sweets; Tea
Foods; Carry Out Lunch Foods;
(with specialty; low carb. & sugar free selection)
1.)Private dinning room-Tea room (seats 30): Specializing in Ladies and
Children’s Tea Parties- Featuring the “Loch Nessy Tea Party” and “Bonnie
Prince Charlie"
2.)Outside patio and garden service
D. The Country French Room: banquet room (100 seats) separates the main dinning
with collapsible wall opening into 150 seat capacity for special entertainment
E. Second floor: On site lodging for service employees, and landlord
F. Second floor: Work, conference, and laundry rooms for facility
The Claddagh: Love; Loyalty; Friendship
II. “Claddagh Hall”: Special Event/ Conference Center
A. 400-500 seat Event Hall for In House Catering or Private Rental
1. Lighted sound stage area
2. Holding Kitchen
3. Booking Office
4. Changing Rooms/ Cloak Room/ Restroom
B. Fifty seat Small Event or Gathering Room
1. Old World “Fireside Room” (“Gents Club” Smoking Room or Library Style)
2. Elaborate Fire Place Center Piece
C. Large Ornate Entry and Foyer
1. Parquet Style floors
2. One or Double Curved Staircases
3. One side second floor for dressing rooms
4. Opera style balcony railing
5. Vaulted Ceiling in Entry
6. Small Cloak room
7. Restroom
8. Small second floor stairway leading to the Bell Tower
II. “Claddagh Hall”: Special Event/ Conference Center
A. 400-500 seat Event Hall for In House Catering or Private Rental
1. Lighted sound stage area
2. Holding Kitchen
3. Booking Office
4. Changing Rooms/ Cloak Room/ Restroom
B. Fifty seat Small Event or Gathering Room
1. Old World “Fireside Room” (“Gents Club” Smoking Room or Library Style)
2. Elaborate Fire Place Center Piece
C. Large Ornate Entry and Foyer
1. Parquet Style floors
2. One or Double Curved Staircases
3. One side second floor for dressing rooms
4. Opera style balcony railing
5. Vaulted Ceiling in Entry
6. Small Cloak room
7. Restroom
8. Small second floor stairway leading to the Bell Tower
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