CARLOW’S community spirit was on full display this summer as four outstanding local initiatives welcomed judges for the 2025 IPB Pride of Place awards, demonstrating the county’s commitment to grassroots engagement and community excellence.

CARLOW is bursting with pride as two exceptional community groups represented the county at the prestigious IPB Pride of Place Awards, with the Elderflower Garden Club in Carlow town taking home a special award for age-friendly communities.

Months of work went into the preparation