Circle of life at Kylemore Abbey

Anthony said the unique opportunity afforded his students through the Kylemore play trail was one that would be remembered for many years to come. 'The potential of engaging the creative minds and technical ability of our students with a project centred on fun, imagination, exploration and discovery for young children has brought about a project of huge significance, with inspired results,' he said. 'This, framed within the backdrop of the grounds of Kylemore Abbey, has made it all the more impressive. 'GMIT Letterfrack is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and while there are a series of events planned later this year, including an exhibition at Farmleigh House in Dublin, it is encouraging to know that one of our most recent projects is providing such joy and creative play to children just down the road from our campus. 'We have 260 students studying with us, the people involved in this project have just finished their work experience, that has brought them to countries including the United States, the UK, Australia and Vietnam. 'This play trail is testament to their creative and production talents and showcases the quality of graduates we send out from Letterfrack, who contribute to and influence the fields of design processes and manufacture of furniture in ways that are innovative, creative and responsive to the needs and development of a quality Irish furniture industry.'