A number of fashionable ladies and gentlemen recently turned out in style to support Barretstown. The charity, which was founded by actor Paul Newman in 1994, provides therapeutic camps and programmes for children affected by cancer and other serious illnesses. The charity’s highly anticipated Summer Luncheon proudly sponsored by Eversheds Sutherland, Roku Gin, Kildare Village, The K Club and The Curragh took place in The K Club’s Legacy Suite, where CEO Dee Ahearn warmly welcomed guests. The afternoon, hosted by television presenter Marietta Doran, began with a Roku Gin reception in the stunning surroundings of The K Club. Guests then enjoyed a three-course lunch, complemented by wines sponsored by Irish Distillers. The event continued with a Racing Style presentation, led by style expert Jess Colivet in collaboration with Kildare Village, offering inspiration on the latest fashion trends for the summer season. A lively raffle and auction also took place. An intriguing panel discussion then took place where horse trainer Lorna Fowler of Rahinston Farm and Stud in County Meath caught up with renowned Irish horse trainer Ross O’Sullivan, owner and breeder Tamso Doyle Cox from Baroda Stud, and AnneMarie O'Brien CEO at Equimetrics. The panel shared fascinating tales about their lives and careers along with thoughts on the 2025 summer racing calendar. The Dream Divas also entertained guests during lunch. The afternoon was organised by a dedicated ladies' committee, including Tara O’Connor, Mary Dooley, Dee Ahearn, Rachel Queally, Aurelija Fetherson, and Crona Byrne. It managed to raise €120,000 in order to help Barretstown continue to support children affected by cancer and other serious illnesses in 2025 and beyond. Guests on the day included Jessica Harrington, Keith Barry, Lisa McGowan, Crona Byrne to name but a few. READ NEXT: Suggestion made to avoid cars being clamped in this Kildare regionplaceholder image
A number of fashionable ladies and gentlemen recently turned out in style to support Barretstown. The charity, which was founded by actor Paul Newman in 1994, provides therapeutic camps and programmes for children affected by cancer and other serious illnesses. The charity’s highly anticipated Summer Luncheon proudly sponsored by Eversheds Sutherland, Roku Gin, Kildare Village, The K Club and The Curragh took place in The K Club’s Legacy Suite, where CEO Dee Ahearn warmly welcomed guests. The afternoon, hosted by television presenter Marietta Doran, began with a Roku Gin reception in the stunning surroundings of The K Club. Guests then enjoyed a three-course lunch, complemented by wines sponsored by Irish Distillers. The event continued with a Racing Style presentation, led by style expert Jess Colivet in collaboration with Kildare Village, offering inspiration on the latest fashion trends for the summer season. A lively raffle and auction also took place. An intriguing panel discussion then took place where horse trainer Lorna Fowler of Rahinston Farm and Stud in County Meath caught up with renowned Irish horse trainer Ross O’Sullivan, owner and breeder Tamso Doyle Cox from Baroda Stud, and AnneMarie O'Brien CEO at Equimetrics. The panel shared fascinating tales about their lives and careers along with thoughts on the 2025 summer racing calendar. The Dream Divas also entertained guests during lunch. The afternoon was organised by a dedicated ladies' committee, including Tara O’Connor, Mary Dooley, Dee Ahearn, Rachel Queally, Aurelija Fetherson, and Crona Byrne. It managed to raise €120,000 in order to help Barretstown continue to support children affected by cancer and other serious illnesses in 2025 and beyond. Guests on the day included Jessica Harrington, Keith Barry, Lisa McGowan, Crona Byrne to name but a few. READ NEXT: Suggestion made to avoid cars being clamped in this Kildare region

GALLERY: Barretstown’s Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club in Kildare

By Reporter
Published 24th Jun 2025, 15:05 GMT
Updated 24th Jun 2025, 17:45 GMT

The Kildare charity provides therapeutic camps and programmes for children affected by cancer and other serious illnesses

Julianne McElligott and Lizanna Kirwan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Ciara Drennan, Anne McGoldrick and Clodagh Hendy pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Marietta Doran and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Aurelija Kupryte and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Joyce, Michelle Fitzpatrick and Marietta Doran pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Sheila Zebedee and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Michelle Tighe and Caroline Fernandes pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Ruth Sullivan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Avril Whelan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Maeve Cassidy and Meg O'Keeffe pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Mona Deegan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Aine Cunnie and Clion O'Brien pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography The Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Marietta Doran pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography

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Julianne McElligott and Lizanna Kirwan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Ciara Drennan, Anne McGoldrick and Clodagh Hendy pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Marietta Doran and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Aurelija Kupryte and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Joyce, Michelle Fitzpatrick and Marietta Doran pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Sheila Zebedee and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Michelle Tighe and Caroline Fernandes pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Ruth Sullivan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Avril Whelan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Maeve Cassidy and Meg O'Keeffe pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Mona Deegan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Aine Cunnie and Clion O'Brien pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography The Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Marietta Doran pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography

Julianne McElligott and Lizanna Kirwan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Ciara Drennan, Anne McGoldrick and Clodagh Hendy pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Marietta Doran and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Aurelija Kupryte and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Joyce, Michelle Fitzpatrick and Marietta Doran pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Sheila Zebedee and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Michelle Tighe and Caroline Fernandes pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Ruth Sullivan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Avril Whelan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Maeve Cassidy and Meg O'Keeffe pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Mona Deegan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Aine Cunnie and Clion O'Brien pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography The Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Marietta Doran pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography

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Julianne McElligott and Lizanna Kirwan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Ciara Drennan, Anne McGoldrick and Clodagh Hendy pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Marietta Doran and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Aurelija Kupryte and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Joyce, Michelle Fitzpatrick and Marietta Doran pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Sheila Zebedee and Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Michelle Tighe and Caroline Fernandes pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Ruth Sullivan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Avril Whelan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Maeve Cassidy and Meg O'Keeffe pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Mona Deegan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Aine Cunnie and Clion O'Brien pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Dee Ahearn pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography The Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography Marietta Doran pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography

Julianne McElligott and Lizanna Kirwan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography

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Julianne McElligott and Lizanna Kirwan pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography

Ciara Drennan, Anne McGoldrick and Clodagh Hendy pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography

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Ciara Drennan, Anne McGoldrick and Clodagh Hendy pictured at Barretstown Annual Summer Luncheon at The K Club. Photo credit: Brian McEvoy Photography

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