RDS reveals overwhelming support for flagship Science and Technolgy Programme
The RDS today (19.02.2024) revealed overwhelming support for its flagship Science and Technology Programme ESB Science Blast. Research conducted by the...
Read MoreROLEX OFFICIAL TIMEPIECE AND GRAND PRIX SPONSOR
The RDS is delighted to welcome Rolex on board as Official Timepiece and Grand Prix sponsor at this year’s...
Read MoreThe Royal Dublin society joins forces with Trinity College Dublin in strategic collaboration
The Royal Dublin Society Joins Forces with Trinity College Dublin in Strategic Collaboration Dublin, January 16, 2024 – The Royal Dublin Society, with...
Read MoreRDS Vision 300 Series
In 2031, the Royal Dublin Society will celebrate its 300th anniversary. For this occasion, we want to give Irish and international...
Read MoreThe RDS and Design & Crafts Council Ireland collaborate to promote the work inspired by Ireland’s rich history of lacemaking with a €2,000 bursary prize
Design & Crafts Council Ireland (DCCI) and the RDS is delighted to announce Jack O Meara as the recipient of this...
Read MoreRDS Livestock Award 2023 Winners
These unique awards for cattle and sheep, recognise the genetic merit of animals based on scientific indexes | The winner of...
Read MoreRDS Sustainability Award 2023 Winners
These Awards celebrate the work of individuals, farm families and organisations who are enhancing the economic, environmental and social development...
Read MoreRDS Irish Forest and Woodland Awards 2023 Winners
These Awards recognise and reward farmers and woodland owners that have adopted Climate-Smart Agricultural practices on their properties. These practices...
Read MoreRDS Craft Award 2023 Winners
The RDS Craft Awards are happy to announce the 2023 winners of five emerging talents who have won a combined €50,000 in...
Read MoreJohnny Sexton receives RDS Honorary Life Membership
Today, the Royal Dublin Society presented Irish rugby legend, Johnny Sexton with Honorary Life Membership.
Read MoreLeinster Rugby and RDS Announce New 25 Year Agreement
The RDS and Leinster Rugby have confirmed a new 25-year agreement that will see the RDS Arena continue to be...
Read MoreRDS RDS Branchardière Lace Bursary 2022 Winners Announced
The Design & Crafts Council Ireland (DCCI) is delighted to announce Camilla Hanney and Róisín de Buitléar as...
Read MoreWinners of 2022 RDS Spring Agriculture and Forestry Awards Revealed RDS celebrate innovative Irish farmers, foresters and agri-entrepreneurs Awards highlight climate-smart agriculture in practice
Friday, May 6 – The 2022 RDS Spring Agriculture and Forestry Awards presentation took place today in Dublin. With a total prize fund...
Read MoreSoprano wins €15,000 RDS Music Bursary
Ireland’s largest annual classical music prize, with total prize fund of €22,000 and valuable performance opportunities
Read More2022 RDS Craft Awards Winners Announced
The winners of the annual RDS Craft Awards were announced today, where five emerging Irish craft makers and designers each...
Read MoreESB Science Blast to visit Schools in Roadshow
Children’s TV presenters John Sharpson and Clara Murray visit 13 primary schools as part of ESB Science Blast Roadshow. ESB...
Read MoreMedia Statement – The Royal Dublin Society Victim of Cyber Attack
The Royal Dublin Society (RDS) has recently become aware that it was the victim of a cyber security incident, known...
Read MoreESB Science Blast to continue to spark curiosity in STEM
ESB Science Blast – Ireland’s largest primary STEM programme – will explode into life for a second virtual year
Read MoreWinners of 2021 RDS Irish Forest and Woodland Awards Revealed
Ireland’s only forestry awards, rewarding excellence in forest management. Awards highlight climate-smart agriculture in practice
Read MoreRDS Gold Medal Recipient Announced
Brian McCarthy, Founder and Executive Chairman, Fexco is the 2021 recipient of the prestigious RDS Gold Medal for Enterprise in recognition...
Read MoreRDS VISUAL ART AWARDS & EXHIBITION - 2021 WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Consisting of a curated exhibition opportunity and a prize fund of €32,500, the RDS Visual Art Awards exhibition is the only...
Read MoreRDS National Equestrian Championships Begin
Horse breeders and producers from around the country to benefit Once-off event operated by RDS for Covid-hit 2021
Read MoreShowing Competitions at RDS National Equestrian Championships Cancelled
Insufficient entries for showing classes to run in August
Read MoreThis weekend’s Showing Qualifiers for RDS National Equestrian Championships cancelled
Qualification slots moved to two final qualifying weekends
Read MoreRDS Sustainable Agriculture Award Winners Announced
Awards for The Cotter Crate, Little Milk Company and Drumeen Organic Farm
Read MoreDates and Venues Confirmed for RDS National Championships Qualifiers
June and July dates for most qualifying competitions; Alan Wade confirmed as course designer for RDS National Championships
Read MoreQualifiers Announced for RDS National Championships
Qualifying events for the 2021 RDS National Championships August 18-22 will take place around the country from late May
Read MoreRDS Branchardière Lace Bursary Winner Announced
Fiona Harrington is the inaugural winner of the RDS Branchardière Lace Bursary. An Irish visual artist who works with...
Read MoreRDS Launches ESB Science Blast TV
Teachers Report Strong STEM Interest Despite Challenges of Lockdown; Amazing experiments and inspiring STEM experts on ESB Science Blast TV
Read More2021 RDS Craft Awards Announced
Largest annual prize fund for Irish craft makers; Major boost for five emerging talents; €50,000 in prizes for craft skills & business...
Read MoreFeis Ceoil Supported by the RDS Moves Online.
The Feis, as it is affectionately known is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year. The event is an essential element...
Read MoreTaylor Art Trust Shortlisted for the Business to Arts Awards
Our philanthropic partnership with the Taylor Art Trust has been shortlisted for the Business to Arts award for Best Philanthropic...
Read More2020 RDS Visual Art Awards Announced
All Female Winners at 2020 RDS Visual Art Awards Galway-based filmmaker takes top prize of €10,000 Largest Annual Visual Arts Prize Fund...
Read MoreGeraldine Ruane announced as new Chief Executive of the RDS
Current COO of Trinity College to take up position in the New Year
Read More2020 winners of RDS Spring Awards Revealed
RDS celebrates innovative Irish farmers and foresters; Awards highlight climate-smart agriculture in practice
Read More€15,000 RDS Music Bursary for Young Irish Soprano
Ava Dodd from Dublin awarded RDS Music Bursary valued at €15,000. Judges describe her as ‘self-assured, confident, with a beautiful voice...
Read More2020 RDS Craft Awards Announced
Major boost for five emerging Irish craft makers; €50,000 in prizes for skills & business development
Read MoreLate August Dates Announced for 2021 Dublin Horse Show
The 147th Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup Dublin Horse Show has been scheduled for August 18-22 2021. The move away from...
Read MoreDublin Horse Show Cancelled
RDS announces cancellation of the 2020 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Dublin Horse Show
Read MoreESB Science Blast Cancelled
Covid-19 restrictions cancel Limerick and Belfast showcase days
Read MoreFeis Ceoil and RDS Announce New Partnership
Feis Ceoil and RDS are delighted to announce a new partnership. Both organisations share a long history of contributing to...
Read MoreESB Science Blasts Off
ESB Science Blasts Off: Survey shows Children Take Climate Change More Seriously than Adults
Read More2020 RDS Spring Awards Open for Entries
Awards highlight rural enterprise & innovation; Sustainability category reflects RDS goal of seeing a thriving rural Ireland
Read MoreMary Robinson addresses RDS Vision 2030
Over 260 attendees filled the RDS Concert Hall to hear Mary Robinson’s Vision 2030 presentation. The Former President of Ireland is...
Read MoreLeaving Cert Student Wins 2019 RDS Music Bursary
Leaving cert student Kevin Jansson was announced as the 2019 RDS Music Bursary winner. Valued at €15,000, the RDS Music Bursary is...
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