Portugal Resident19h agoAlgarvensis receives official UNESCO Global Geopark certificate
The Algarvensis UNESCO Global Geopark has received its official certificate, marking the latest milestone in the international recognition of a vast territory spanning Albufeira, Loulé and Silves. The certificate was The post Algarvensis receives official UNESCO Global Geopark certificate appeared first on Portugal Res
Portugal Resident4d agoCarob takes centre stage in Silves for World Tourism Day
Fábrica do Inglês in Silves will put the spotlight on one of the Algarve’s most characteristic products this month, with carob taking centre stage as part of the municipality’s World The post Carob takes centre stage in Silves for World Tourism Day appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident5d agoGenet rescued after falling into well in Silves
A genet has been rescued by firefighters after becoming trapped inside a well in Silves. Silves volunteer firefighters were alerted by a member of the public at around 2pm on The post Genet rescued after falling into well in Silves appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident6d agoSilves moves ahead with plans for new multi-purpose complex
Silves Council has taken a major step towards building a new multi-purpose complex for sport, culture and large-scale events, after completing the purchase of the land where the facility is The post Silves moves ahead with plans for new multi-purpose complex appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident14 SeptRotary Club of Silves takes on 110km charity trek
The Rotary Club of Silves is calling for volunteers and community support to raise funds for local children desperately needing help with learning and language difficulties. On October 10, members The post Rotary Club of Silves takes on 110km charity trek appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident9 SeptSix Algarve municipalities at maximum wildfire risk
Six municipalities in the Algarve are under maximum rural fire danger today (September 9), according to Portugal’s national weather institute IPMA. The areas affected are Monchique, Portimão, Silves, Loulé, São The post Six Algarve municipalities at maximum wildfire risk appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident8 SeptSilves planning review maps 1,600 businesses across municipality
Silves Council has identified around 1,600 businesses and other economic activities operating in the municipality’s main parish centres as part of the ongoing review of its Municipal Master Plan (PDM). The post Silves planning review maps 1,600 businesses across municipality appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident3 SeptHistoric Cork Museum archive donated to Silves
A vast archive documenting more than a century of Silves’ cork industry has been donated to the municipality by the company that bought the historic Fábrica do Inglês complex. The The post Historic Cork Museum archive donated to Silves appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident21 AugAlerta Charity Shop in Silves flaunts beauty makeover
The Alerta Charity Shop in Silves just took a two-week summer holiday. Did director Debby Burton and her volunteers relax on the beach sipping piña coladas? Think again! They were The post Alerta Charity Shop in Silves flaunts beauty makeover appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident18 AugMorgado do Quintão celebrates 10 years of winemaking with vineyard party
Algarve wine estate Morgado do Quintão, located between Lagoa and Silves, will celebrate 10 years since the release of its first wines with a full-day Open House event in its The post Morgado do Quintão celebrates 10 years of winemaking with vineyard party appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident10 AugPink Ladies Day returns in support of Algarve Oncology Association
The ninth annual Pink Ladies Day charity golf event will take place on Thursday, September 3, at Pestana Silves Golf Course, once again raising funds for the Algarve Oncology Association The post Pink Ladies Day returns in support of Algarve Oncology Association appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident24 JulPêra’s Arraial do Petisco returns with six nights of food and music
The popular Arraial do Petisco returns to the village of Pêra, in the municipality of Silves, this month, offering six evenings of traditional Algarve cuisine, live music and community spirit. The post Pêra’s Arraial do Petisco returns with six nights of food and music appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident24 JulAlgarve Senior Bikers head west for cooler July ride
The Algarve Senior Bikers headed towards the cooler west coast for their July ride, organised by Phill Anderson and Andrew Chilton. Two groups set off from Silves before climbing into The post Algarve Senior Bikers head west for cooler July ride appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident17 JulSilves seeks young volunteers for Medieval Fair
Young people in the municipality of Silves are being invited to volunteer at this year’s 21st Silves Medieval Fair, giving them the chance to help organise one of the Algarve’s The post Silves seeks young volunteers for Medieval Fair appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident13 JulSilves Medieval Fair returns with tribute to its Islamic golden age
One of the Algarve’s biggest and most popular summer events returns next month as the Silves Medieval Fair transforms the historic city into the bustling medieval capital formerly known as The post Silves Medieval Fair returns with tribute to its Islamic golden age appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident5 JulSilves Cork Museum opens doors for first preview in 16 years
One of the Algarve’s most important industrial heritage sites welcomed visitors for the first time in 16 years on Saturday evening, July 4, as the restored Cork Museum at Silves’ The post Silves Cork Museum opens doors for first preview in 16 years appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident3 JulRaise a glass at Silves Beer Fest
It’s almost time for the Silves Beer Fest, an event that every year brings beer lovers together for a celebration of some of the best brews that can be found The post Raise a glass at Silves Beer Fest appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident2 JulGNR seize 1,100 litres of medronho in Silves
The GNR have seized 1,100 litres of aguardente de medronho (Arbutus brandy) in Silves as part of an operation targeting the illegal production and sale of the traditional Algarve spirit. The post GNR seize 1,100 litres of medronho in Silves appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident25 JunSilves Iberian lynx centre seeks volunteers
Portugal’s National Iberian Lynx Breeding Centre (CNRLI) in Silves is looking for volunteers to help support one of Europe’s most successful wildlife conservation programmes. The Institute for Nature Conservation and The post Silves Iberian lynx centre seeks volunteers appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident24 JunSunset Secrets return to Silves Castle
The popular Sunset Secrets series is returning to Silves Castle this July, bringing its unique brand of late-evening experiences to one of the Algarve’s most historic landmarks. Organised by Silves The post Sunset Secrets return to Silves Castle appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident24 JunHistoric Cork Museum returns to Silves with opening-night celebration
The Cork Museum at the historic Fábrica do Inglês in Silves will reopen to the public on Saturday, July 11, with a special event marking the return of one of The post Historic Cork Museum returns to Silves with opening-night celebration appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident23 JunDid you know? Espaço JALI breathes new life into Silves heritage
I was recently introduced to Marion Buz, founder of the Espaço JALI in Silves, which has become a prominent venue in the Algarve’s cultural scene where art, music and culture The post Did you know? Espaço JALI breathes new life into Silves heritage appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 JunSilves unveils new ‘window to the mountainside’ photo spot
Visitors to Silves have a new place to stop, take in the view and snap a photograph. The Algarve municipality has unveiled a large wooden swing overlooking the surrounding countryside, The post Silves unveils new ‘window to the mountainside’ photo spot appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 JunSilves Rotary concert raises €2,000 for education projects
The Rotary Club of Silves held a charity concert on Saturday, June 13, at the charming Teatro Mascarenhas Gregório, raising €2,000 for the club’s education projects. The audience was captivated The post Silves Rotary concert raises €2,000 for education projects appeared first on Portugal Resident .