Portugal Resident3d agoBel Oui embraces the freedom of artistic expression in Silves
German artist Valerie Tobin, better known as Bel Oui, is currently exhibiting at Espaço JALI in Silves, where her latest exhibition, VAGUE, celebrates the freedom to experiment, change direction and The post Bel Oui embraces the freedom of artistic expression in Silves appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 OctDaredevil riders take on Silves’ “Impossible Climb”
One of the Algarve’s most spectacular motorsport challenges is returning to Silves, promising another morning of roaring engines, steep climbs and plenty of failed attempts to reach the top. The The post Daredevil riders take on Silves’ “Impossible Climb” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident21 OctJazz in the Wineries returns to Silves for 10th edition
Silves’ popular Jazz nas Adegas (Jazz in the Wineries) is returning for its 10th edition, bringing live music back to vineyards and wine estates across the municipality from November 2026 The post Jazz in the Wineries returns to Silves for 10th edition appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctSilves celebrates All Saints’ Fair with four days of festivities
Silves will host its traditional All Saints’ Fair (Feira de Todos os Santos) from October 29 to November 1, bringing four days of music, traditional food, fairground rides and family The post Silves celebrates All Saints’ Fair with four days of festivities appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctCouple arrested in Algarve over ‘fake accident’ scam targeting elderly
A man and woman, both aged 45, have been arrested in Silves, in the Algarve, on suspicion of carrying out a “fake accident” scam targeting elderly victims. The pair were The post Couple arrested in Algarve over ‘fake accident’ scam targeting elderly appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctSilves Rotary hikers complete 110km charity challenge
After seven days of challenging terrain, aching muscles and unpredictable weather, the intrepid hikers from the Rotary Club of Silves have completed their 110km charity challenge, reaching the lighthouse at The post Silves Rotary hikers complete 110km charity challenge appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctNew Silves rubbish truck damaged by fire
One of Silves Council’s new rubbish collection trucks has been damaged by fire, prompting the Algarve municipality to appeal for greater care over what residents put into waste containers. The The post New Silves rubbish truck damaged by fire appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctHalloween fun for families at Krazy World in Algarve
Krazy World, the family theme park in Algoz, Silves, is celebrating Halloween with a special programme of activities running until November 1. The celebrations began on October 17, offering families The post Halloween fun for families at Krazy World in Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident19 OctPhotographer Eric Roth hosts special pop-up exhibition in Silves
Zephyr Gallery in Silves will welcome American photographer Eric Roth for a special pop-up artist event on Saturday, October 24. Running from 11am to 2pm, the event will give visitors The post Photographer Eric Roth hosts special pop-up exhibition in Silves appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident19 OctBagamel celebrates 50 years of Algarve tradition with an eye on the future
Fifty years after it was founded in Silves, Bagamel is celebrating its rich heritage of producing traditional Algarve spirits and liqueurs, while looking confidently to the future under the leadership The post Bagamel celebrates 50 years of Algarve tradition with an eye on the future appeared first on Portugal Resident
Portugal Resident12 OctAlgarve students return triumphant from UK diplomacy conference
Students from the Agrupamento de Escolas Silves Sul received a hero’s welcome at Faro Airport on Sunday evening after returning from a successful Model United Nations (MUN) conference in Manchester, The post Algarve students return triumphant from UK diplomacy conference appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident8 OctSheep and goats unlikely groundskeepers at Algarve golf resort
Golfers at Amendoeira Golf Resort in Silves are sharing the surroundings with some unusual groundskeepers – a flock of 70 sheep and 20 goats that help maintain the resort’s extensive The post Sheep and goats unlikely groundskeepers at Algarve golf resort appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident5 OctRotary Club of Silves takes on 110km challenge for Algarve children
A 14-strong team from the Rotary Club of Silves will set off on Saturday, October 10, on a 110km walking challenge to raise funds for children in the Algarve with The post Rotary Club of Silves takes on 110km challenge for Algarve children appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident22 Sept83-year-old joins Silves Rotary’s 110km charity trek
An 83-year-old walker is preparing to tackle a 110km trek across the western Algarve as the Rotary Club of Silves enters the final weeks of training for its latest fundraising The post 83-year-old joins Silves Rotary’s 110km charity trek appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident21 SeptAlgarvensis 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 Resident18 SeptCarob 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 Resident17 SeptGenet 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 Resident16 SeptSilves 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 .