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The Portugal News22 Oct

Property of the Week: Exceptional 4-Bedroom Hilltop Villa with Panoramic Views over the Arade River & Silves

Set in an enviable elevated position overlooking the Arade River and the historic town of Silves, this beautifully presented 4-bedroom villa with 4 bathrooms offers a rare combination of privacy, tranquillity, traditional Algarve charm and exceptional outdoor living.

The Portugal News16 Oct

110km challenge

The RC Silves 14-member team faced a 110km walk over 7 days. 

The Portugal News6 Oct

Carobs take the spotlight in the Algarve

This month, carob will take centre stage in a series of workshops and tastings being held across Silves, as the municipality continues its programme marking World Tourism Day 2026. 

The Portugal News6 Oct

Fake CTT workers arrested in Algarve

Two men have been arrested in Silves after allegedly posing as CTT employees to collect parcels without paying for them.

The Portugal News30 Sept

Rotary Club of Silves Takes On 110km Trek for Children’s Early Intervention

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.

The Portugal News9 Sept

Silves Council receives the archives of the Cork Museum

On 3 September 2026, Carvoeiro Branco and ANTRIX will have formalised the donation of the Cork Museum’s archival and documentary collection to Silves Council.

The Portugal News9 Aug

Silves Medieval Fair brings history back to life

We visited the Silves Medieval Fair on Sunday, the third day of this year's event, and once again it didn't disappoint. The fair is still running for another week, so there's plenty of time to experience it if you haven't been yet.

The Portugal News17 Jul

Property of the Week: Unique Outdoor Country & Nature Living

Charming 3-Bedroom Countryside Villa with Swimming Pool located on a 4,720 m² Plot, located only 10 minutes from Messines, 15 minutes from Silves, and 30 minutes from Albufeira.

The Portugal News14 Jul

Silves celebrates the golden age of poets and scholars at the 21st Medieval Fair

The ancient Islamic city of Xilb, modern-day Silves, will come to life once again in the heart of the Algarve from 7 to 15 August, hosting the 21st Silves Medieval Fair. 

The Portugal News7 Jul

Wildfire breaks out in the Algarve

A wildfire broke out on the afternoon of Tuesday, 7 July , in the Figueiral area of Silves, requiring the mobilisation of dozens of personnel and aerial assets.

The Portugal News25 Jun

Sunset Secrets returns to Algarve castle

One of the Algarve's best-loved summer events is set to return next month as Sunset Secrets once again takes over Silves Castle with an evening programme of live music, local gastronomy and entertainment.

The Portugal News25 Jun

Dancing in the Aisles

On Saturday, 13 June, the Silves Rotary Club Charity concert was held at the charming Teatro Mascarenhas Gregório in Silves.