Blueballs Ireland Men's Gathering With Guest Faciliator Peter Priestly
About this Event
Join us for our next Blue Balls Ireland Men’s Gathering — a powerful evening designed to help men slow down, reflect, and connect through meaningful conversation, active listening, and shared experience.
This special gathering will be facilitated by Peter Priestly from TIGH ‘N ALLUIS, who has been involved in men's work for many years and is also one of the founders of Athionchollú – The Friday Night Men’s Sauna Circles.
Set in the beautiful surroundings of Tibradden Craft Farm (Hazel House Café), this evening will offer men the opportunity to step away from the busyness of everyday life and engage in deeper conversations in a supportive, grounded environment.
Through guided reflection, small-group discussions, and carefully designed activities, Peter will create a space where men can connect more authentically with themselves and with one another.
No previous experience is needed. This space is open to all men — whether it's your first time attending a men's gathering or you've been involved in men's work before.
📅 Date: Thursday 18th of June
🕖 Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Location: Hazel House, Tibradden Craft Farm, D16 NY78
🎟️ Free Event (Limited to 25 places — booking essential)
What to Expect
• Arrival & Welcome – Time to settle into the space and meet the group
• Men’s Check-In Circle – An opportunity to arrive and share where you're at (only if you wish)
• Guided Reflection & Conversation – Thought-provoking activities and discussions designed to encourage deeper connection and honest conversation
• Active Listening Exercises – Explore the power of being heard and hearing others without judgement or fixing
• Small Group & Partner Conversations – Opportunities to connect in a meaningful way with other men
• Closing Circle – A chance to reflect on the evening and finish together around the fire
This is a grounded, respectful space for men to pause, reflect, and connect.
What to Bring
• Warm comfortable layers
• A notebook or journal (optional)
• Water bottle
• An open mind and willingness to engage at your own pace
This is a men-only event (21+), and while it's free, we ask that you only book if you're fully committed to attending — spaces are limited and always in demand.
🚗 Parking available on site
A Few Simple Guidelines
To help create a safe and respectful environment
- Confidentiality is key – What’s shared stays in the space
- Come clear-headed – No alcohol or drugs
- Listen fully – Respect others when they share
- Speak from your own experience
- No pressure – Participate at your own pace
- Watch always cracking jokes- particularly when we are doing our check ins
- Respect differences – Every man's journey is unique
- This is not therapy – It’s a facilitated wellbeing and connection space
- We'll walk through everything together at the beginning of the evening.
- If it's your first time, don't overthink it.
It's simply a group of ordinary men coming together for a few hours to have real conversations, build genuine connections, and remember that none of us has to do life entirely on our own.
Where is it happening?
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