Durwin & Shelley’s Guidebook
Food scene
Located in Redcross. Phone ahead for reservations. Also has a Hooley Night! Right next to the Wicklow Brewery. 10-15 minute drive.
14 yerel halk öneriyor
Mickey Finn's Pub
Main StreetLocated in Redcross. Phone ahead for reservations. Also has a Hooley Night! Right next to the Wicklow Brewery. 10-15 minute drive.
Bates
3 Market SquareLocated in Rathdrum.
10-15 minute drive.
The Wicklow Brewery
Main StreetLocated in Redcross. Book ahead.
10-15 minute drive.
Located in Macreddin Village. An organic food experience. 15-20 minute drive. 20-25 minute drive.
Strawberry Tree Restaurant
3 Brook MewsLocated in Macreddin Village. An organic food experience. 15-20 minute drive. 20-25 minute drive.
Located in Glenmalure. A great place to enjoy a hike in the Wicklow Mountains and a great meal after your hike.
27 yerel halk öneriyor
The Glenmalure Lodge
Wicklow WayLocated in Glenmalure. A great place to enjoy a hike in the Wicklow Mountains and a great meal after your hike.
A lovely spot to stop and have a picnic by the river, or pub food in the restaurant/pub. 5-10 minute drive.
8 yerel halk öneriyor
Meeting of the Waters
A lovely spot to stop and have a picnic by the river, or pub food in the restaurant/pub. 5-10 minute drive.
The food at Jack White's is awesome. The prices are even better. Located just off the M11 near Brittas Bay. Exit 19
Jack White's Inn
M11The food at Jack White's is awesome. The prices are even better. Located just off the M11 near Brittas Bay. Exit 19
Located in Woodenbridge. Great food - live music every night except Sunday. 5 minute drive
Woodenbridge Hotel and Lodge
Located in Woodenbridge. Great food - live music every night except Sunday. 5 minute drive
Located in the village of Avoca. The filming site of "Ballykissangel". Limited service during the week. Call ahead
Serves Breakfast and lunch. Only drinks after 5pm. Live music on Sunday Nights.
Fitzgerald's
Located in the village of Avoca. The filming site of "Ballykissangel". Limited service during the week. Call ahead
Serves Breakfast and lunch. Only drinks after 5pm. Live music on Sunday Nights.
Located in the Village of Avoca. The "Original Avoca Cafe" Great Cafe, bakery and lunch spot. Don't forget to visit the museum and Woollen Mills. 2 minute walk from our house.
30 yerel halk öneriyor
Avoca Handweavers
Located in the Village of Avoca. The "Original Avoca Cafe" Great Cafe, bakery and lunch spot. Don't forget to visit the museum and Woollen Mills. 2 minute walk from our house.
Recommended! Part of the Woodenbridge Inn but across the road. Next to the annex. Very close to Avoca and Great food. 5 minute drive from our house.
Smokehouse & Co. BBQ
910 Rowntree Dairy RoadRecommended! Part of the Woodenbridge Inn but across the road. Next to the annex. Very close to Avoca and Great food. 5 minute drive from our house.
Actons Country Pub and Brewery
Located in Macreddin Village. 20-25 minutes drive.
Sightseeing
Glendalough is located in the Wicklow Mountain National Park and is a famous Monastic site with round tower. It has scenic lakes and walking trails.
303 yerel halk öneriyor
Glendalough
Glendalough is located in the Wicklow Mountain National Park and is a famous Monastic site with round tower. It has scenic lakes and walking trails.
Brittas Bay Beach
Great beach for a summer outing!
The Devils Glen
Mount Usher Gardens
Killruddery House & Gardens
Southern Cross RoadThe village of Glenmalure is nestled in the Wicklow mountains. A great place to start a walk or explore the mountains for the day. Very picturesque and along the back road to Glendalough.
10 yerel halk öneriyor
Glenmalure
The village of Glenmalure is nestled in the Wicklow mountains. A great place to start a walk or explore the mountains for the day. Very picturesque and along the back road to Glendalough.
Powerscourt Estate
Enjoy the gardens, the estate, and the restaurant.
Russborough House station
TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO LANDSLIDES.
One of the highlights of walking in Wicklow. This linear walk takes you from Bray to Greystones along the stunning coastal path. The path is well maintained and you can return by light rail (DART) to the start point. Greystones has plenty to offer the hungry walker after beautiful views and a range of marine wildlife. From Bray start, there is a path leading to the top of Bray Head offering stunning views of the Irish Sea, The Wicklow Mountains and Bray.
This is a very enjoyable walk in a spectacular coastal setting linking Bray and Greystones. It brings you around the side of Bray Head above the railway line and rocky coastline on a path which is a bit rough in places, with a steep climb at the Bray end. Views both up and down the coast are breath-taking. This walk is of MODERATE grade and is 7.1 kms long one way. There is a light rail, DART, option for return to the starting point.
Bray-Greystones Cliff walk
Bray-Greystones Cliff walkTEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO LANDSLIDES.
One of the highlights of walking in Wicklow. This linear walk takes you from Bray to Greystones along the stunning coastal path. The path is well maintained and you can return by light rail (DART) to the start point. Greystones has plenty to offer the hungry walker after beautiful views and a range of marine wildlife. From Bray start, there is a path leading to the top of Bray Head offering stunning views of the Irish Sea, The Wicklow Mountains and Bray.
This is a very enjoyable walk in a spectacular coastal setting linking Bray and Greystones. It brings you around the side of Bray Head above the railway line and rocky coastline on a path which is a bit rough in places, with a steep climb at the Bray end. Views both up and down the coast are breath-taking. This walk is of MODERATE grade and is 7.1 kms long one way. There is a light rail, DART, option for return to the starting point.
Baltinglass
Sally Gap
Old Military RoadA great drive!
Shopping, Museum & Cafe
Lots to see at this Historic site. The Museum, the cafe, the shop. Don't forget to get there early if you want to purchase bread from the bakery.
Working mill and weavers - best to visit during the week.
30 yerel halk öneriyor
Avoca Handweavers
Lots to see at this Historic site. The Museum, the cafe, the shop. Don't forget to get there early if you want to purchase bread from the bakery.
Working mill and weavers - best to visit during the week.
Bridgewater Shopping Centre
7 N QuayNeighbourhoods
Laragh
Pretty Village to explore. Near the Monastic City of Glendalough.
Arklow
This is the nearest "big" town. A great place to shop for groceries.
Redcross
Rathdrum
Aughrim
Macreddin Village
Things to Do
Greenan Maze is set amidst the beautiful Wicklow hills on a pretty countryside farm. With two mazes, three museums, nature walks, woodlands, ponds, wildlife, farm animals, play areas, treasure hunt and fairy tree walk, there is plenty of fun for all ages. Families enjoy spending the day and The Irish Times designated it a Heritage Hotspot “it’s an antidote to urban living within easy reach of Dublin. The two metre high hedge maze and gentler solstice maze with stone circles are fun for all ages and the barn and bottle museum offer a look at farming in former times, as does the farmhouse museum with its traditional furniture and utensils”. The treasure hunt and fairy tree trail are great fun activities for kids but the large hedge maze is the highlight of most peoples day…..getting lost in the maze finds the kid in everyone. The coffee shop opens every day and sells gourmet organic coffees, snacks, sandwiches and cakes aswell as a selection of hand-made crafts, local and global crafts, antique bottles, gifts and environmentally friendly stationery.
Greenan Maze host events throughout the year and group tours for all ages including Primary School Tours, Transition Year Bio-diversity Tours, Language School Tours, Kids Parties, BBQ’s and Corporate Family days out. For more information on different kids party options see here: https://www.greenanmaze.com/index.php/events/party/
For more information on school tour options see here
https://www.greenanmaze.com/index.php/school-tours-1/
Greenan Maze Farm Opening Times
Opening Times for Farm: 10.00am to 6.00pm. Last admission at 5pm.
April: Open for Easter School holidays and weekends thereafter
June/July/August: Everyday
Sept: Weekends Only
Coffee shop open every day that the farm is open.
29 yerel halk öneriyor
Greenan Maze
Greenan Maze is set amidst the beautiful Wicklow hills on a pretty countryside farm. With two mazes, three museums, nature walks, woodlands, ponds, wildlife, farm animals, play areas, treasure hunt and fairy tree walk, there is plenty of fun for all ages. Families enjoy spending the day and The Irish Times designated it a Heritage Hotspot “it’s an antidote to urban living within easy reach of Dublin. The two metre high hedge maze and gentler solstice maze with stone circles are fun for all ages and the barn and bottle museum offer a look at farming in former times, as does the farmhouse museum with its traditional furniture and utensils”. The treasure hunt and fairy tree trail are great fun activities for kids but the large hedge maze is the highlight of most peoples day…..getting lost in the maze finds the kid in everyone. The coffee shop opens every day and sells gourmet organic coffees, snacks, sandwiches and cakes aswell as a selection of hand-made crafts, local and global crafts, antique bottles, gifts and environmentally friendly stationery.
Greenan Maze host events throughout the year and group tours for all ages including Primary School Tours, Transition Year Bio-diversity Tours, Language School Tours, Kids Parties, BBQ’s and Corporate Family days out. For more information on different kids party options see here: https://www.greenanmaze.com/index.php/events/party/
For more information on school tour options see here
https://www.greenanmaze.com/index.php/school-tours-1/
Greenan Maze Farm Opening Times
Opening Times for Farm: 10.00am to 6.00pm. Last admission at 5pm.
April: Open for Easter School holidays and weekends thereafter
June/July/August: Everyday
Sept: Weekends Only
Coffee shop open every day that the farm is open.
AVOCA RED KITE WALK: The Red Kite walk will take you through some wonderful woodland and you can view the village from the forest walk that overlooks it, just follow the red way marking signs. Not only will walkers love this 2.5km trail, but birdwatchers are in for a real treat too! In 2009, The Golden Eagle Trust re-introduced a set of Red Kite birds into Kilmagig Forest. Now in 2014, there are 30 breeding pairs who have made their habitat around the Red Kite Walk, which is part of the forest. Well signposted, this self-guided walk overlooks Avoca Village and you will enjoy stunning scenery along its route. There’s also a cemetery along the trail dating back to the 1800s, along with beautiful flora and fauna.
Please keep dogs on lead at all times.
This walk will take you through some wonderful woodland and you can view Avoca Village from the forest walk that over looks it. You might even spot on of the Red Kites that frequent the area
Grade: Moderate
Markings: White arrow on red background. Also White Arrow on pale blue with black Kite (at start) – Loop Trail
Distance: 2.5km
Estimated Time: 1hr
Total Height Climbed: 50m
Terrain Underfoot: Forest Track
Suitable for: Families with children
How to get to Start Point: Car park Opposite Church in Avoca
Red Kite Walk
AVOCA RED KITE WALK: The Red Kite walk will take you through some wonderful woodland and you can view the village from the forest walk that overlooks it, just follow the red way marking signs. Not only will walkers love this 2.5km trail, but birdwatchers are in for a real treat too! In 2009, The Golden Eagle Trust re-introduced a set of Red Kite birds into Kilmagig Forest. Now in 2014, there are 30 breeding pairs who have made their habitat around the Red Kite Walk, which is part of the forest. Well signposted, this self-guided walk overlooks Avoca Village and you will enjoy stunning scenery along its route. There’s also a cemetery along the trail dating back to the 1800s, along with beautiful flora and fauna.
Please keep dogs on lead at all times.
This walk will take you through some wonderful woodland and you can view Avoca Village from the forest walk that over looks it. You might even spot on of the Red Kites that frequent the area
Grade: Moderate
Markings: White arrow on red background. Also White Arrow on pale blue with black Kite (at start) – Loop Trail
Distance: 2.5km
Estimated Time: 1hr
Total Height Climbed: 50m
Terrain Underfoot: Forest Track
Suitable for: Families with children
How to get to Start Point: Car park Opposite Church in Avoca
The Mottee Stone in County Wicklow is signposted on the Avoca-Rathdrum Road just beyond the "Meeting of the Waters". Go up a trackway to the summit of hilltop. The Mottee Stone probably derives its name from the French word 'Moitie', meaning half lying as it does halfway between Wexford and Dublin. Legend suggests that Fionn MacCumhaill hurled the stone from the top of Lugnaquilla Mountain. However, geologists would suggest that it is one of many erratic boulders that were carried in the great ice flows of the ice age and then deposited as the ice melted. If you visit please note that the huge granite boulder is clearly of a different type of rock to the surrounding copper bearing schists. According to local tradition, such boulders were once commonplace but a zealous clergyman blew up many in the 17th century, who believed that they encouraged paganism.
Legend suggests that Fionn MacCumhaill hurled the Mottee Stone from the top of Lugnaquilla Mountain. The Motte Stone near Avoca, County Wicklow, perched on the summit of Cronebane Ridge at 800m, provides incomparable views over the Irish countryside.
6 yerel halk öneriyor
The Mottee Stone
The Mottee Stone in County Wicklow is signposted on the Avoca-Rathdrum Road just beyond the "Meeting of the Waters". Go up a trackway to the summit of hilltop. The Mottee Stone probably derives its name from the French word 'Moitie', meaning half lying as it does halfway between Wexford and Dublin. Legend suggests that Fionn MacCumhaill hurled the stone from the top of Lugnaquilla Mountain. However, geologists would suggest that it is one of many erratic boulders that were carried in the great ice flows of the ice age and then deposited as the ice melted. If you visit please note that the huge granite boulder is clearly of a different type of rock to the surrounding copper bearing schists. According to local tradition, such boulders were once commonplace but a zealous clergyman blew up many in the 17th century, who believed that they encouraged paganism.
Legend suggests that Fionn MacCumhaill hurled the Mottee Stone from the top of Lugnaquilla Mountain. The Motte Stone near Avoca, County Wicklow, perched on the summit of Cronebane Ridge at 800m, provides incomparable views over the Irish countryside.
The Miner’s Cross is a modern structure erected in the 1950s which is an important landmark and provides an excellent vantage point over the Avoca Valley. It commemorates all those who worked in the mines.
The Miner's Cross
The Miner’s Cross is a modern structure erected in the 1950s which is an important landmark and provides an excellent vantage point over the Avoca Valley. It commemorates all those who worked in the mines.
Woodenbridge Golf Club
Just 5 minutes from the house.
The European Club
Druids Glen Hotel & Golf Resort
Blainroe Golf Club
Castleruddery Stone Circle
SEA LIFE Bray
Strand Road
K2 Alpacas
Wicklow Equestrian Centre
Brennanstown Riding School
Southern Cross RoadShillelagh Heritage Trail:
The Shillelagh Heritage Trail is now up and running. This trail essentially explores the former Estate village of Shillelagh and it’s fascinating links to the Fitzwilliam family from South Yorkshire whose Irish home was Coollattin House. The estate was the largest in County Wicklow stretching 90,000 acres! The trail is 5 miles and visits the beautiful Coollattin Park, Ardeen House, the old railway station and terminus, Tomnafinnoge Woods the courthouse, and many other local heritage gems. The estate created its own electricity supply from water and even had its own fully functioning workshops to fully serve the massive estate. Plus this trail now directly connects to the Wicklow Way and so offers walkers the chance to drop into Shillelagh Village and stay awhile.
Shillelagh
Shillelagh Heritage Trail:
The Shillelagh Heritage Trail is now up and running. This trail essentially explores the former Estate village of Shillelagh and it’s fascinating links to the Fitzwilliam family from South Yorkshire whose Irish home was Coollattin House. The estate was the largest in County Wicklow stretching 90,000 acres! The trail is 5 miles and visits the beautiful Coollattin Park, Ardeen House, the old railway station and terminus, Tomnafinnoge Woods the courthouse, and many other local heritage gems. The estate created its own electricity supply from water and even had its own fully functioning workshops to fully serve the massive estate. Plus this trail now directly connects to the Wicklow Way and so offers walkers the chance to drop into Shillelagh Village and stay awhile.
AVOCA VALLEY WALK
An easy walk along this beautiful valley floor, following the flow of the Avoca River. The route follows a footpath alongside the road. With plenty of refreshments opportunities along the way and time for a stop in the beautiful Avoca Village, not to be missed.
This is a linear walk and can be started at either end.
Grade: Easy, the route is not marked but follows the main road.
Distance: 7km
Estimated time: 1 – 1.5 hrs
Total height climbed: max 150m
Highest point: 50m
Terrain underfoot: Footpath.
Suitable for: everyone
Notes: This route follows a busy public road, please keep children safe
8 yerel halk öneriyor
Meeting of the Waters
AVOCA VALLEY WALK
An easy walk along this beautiful valley floor, following the flow of the Avoca River. The route follows a footpath alongside the road. With plenty of refreshments opportunities along the way and time for a stop in the beautiful Avoca Village, not to be missed.
This is a linear walk and can be started at either end.
Grade: Easy, the route is not marked but follows the main road.
Distance: 7km
Estimated time: 1 – 1.5 hrs
Total height climbed: max 150m
Highest point: 50m
Terrain underfoot: Footpath.
Suitable for: everyone
Notes: This route follows a busy public road, please keep children safe
Journey beyond the trees at Avondale Forest Park, a special place where visionary and inspirational people have sown the seeds of Ireland’s future and where unique and memorable experiences are created.
Uncover the story of Avondale House, where Irish forestry began and where one of Ireland’s greatest statemen, Charles Stewart Parnell, was born. Enjoy forest park trails or take a leisurely stroll through the walled gardens. Explore the Coillte Pavilion and learn about the essential role forests play in all our futures, or just take some time out in the Seed Café. There’s something for everyone at Avondale, and we can’t wait to see you.
12 yerel halk öneriyor
Beyond the Trees Avondale
Forest ParkJourney beyond the trees at Avondale Forest Park, a special place where visionary and inspirational people have sown the seeds of Ireland’s future and where unique and memorable experiences are created.
Uncover the story of Avondale House, where Irish forestry began and where one of Ireland’s greatest statemen, Charles Stewart Parnell, was born. Enjoy forest park trails or take a leisurely stroll through the walled gardens. Explore the Coillte Pavilion and learn about the essential role forests play in all our futures, or just take some time out in the Seed Café. There’s something for everyone at Avondale, and we can’t wait to see you.
Take in the very best Avondale has to offer: Avonmore River, a diverse and wide range of trees, and fantastic views. The route starts in the car park and quickly descends to the Avonmore River, you’ll pass ‘Lovers Leep’ along the way and follow the river as it meanders down the valley. A hard climb brings you back up into the higher forest as you continue along the southern edge forest to finish back in the car park. The route can be walked in either direction. The River Walk, starting from the car park near Avondale House and including some steep descents and climbs, is the longest and hardest of the walks at Avondale. It passes a variety of tree species, goes along beside the river, under the Dublin to Rosslare railway line, and past the deer pen and there is also an option to detour into Love’s Leap where there are magnificent river views.
Grade: Moderate
Markings: Marked with White markings – Loop Walk
Distance: 5.2km
Estimated time: 2.5hrs
Total height climbed: 150m
Highest point: 130m
Terrain underfoot: Forest roads, footpaths
Suitable for: Anyone with reasonable fitness
Notes: Take care along the shores of the river as it is fast flowing.
32 yerel halk öneriyor
Avondale House and Forest Park
Take in the very best Avondale has to offer: Avonmore River, a diverse and wide range of trees, and fantastic views. The route starts in the car park and quickly descends to the Avonmore River, you’ll pass ‘Lovers Leep’ along the way and follow the river as it meanders down the valley. A hard climb brings you back up into the higher forest as you continue along the southern edge forest to finish back in the car park. The route can be walked in either direction. The River Walk, starting from the car park near Avondale House and including some steep descents and climbs, is the longest and hardest of the walks at Avondale. It passes a variety of tree species, goes along beside the river, under the Dublin to Rosslare railway line, and past the deer pen and there is also an option to detour into Love’s Leap where there are magnificent river views.
Grade: Moderate
Markings: Marked with White markings – Loop Walk
Distance: 5.2km
Estimated time: 2.5hrs
Total height climbed: 150m
Highest point: 130m
Terrain underfoot: Forest roads, footpaths
Suitable for: Anyone with reasonable fitness
Notes: Take care along the shores of the river as it is fast flowing.
The Macreddin Valley is an area of outstanding natural beauty, tucked away at the southern reaches of the Wicklow Mountains. In the heart of the valley lies Macreddin Golf, a magnificent 18 hole, Par 72 golf course set on 160 acres of tranquil woodland splendour.
Macreddin is the first course ever designed by Irish professional golfer and Ryder Cup Captain Paul McGinley. After years of competing at the peak of the game, playing against the world’s elite golfers and across the most acclaimed golf courses, Paul brought all his experience to bear in creating a course that oozes class and quality.
Macreddin Golf Club
The Macreddin Valley is an area of outstanding natural beauty, tucked away at the southern reaches of the Wicklow Mountains. In the heart of the valley lies Macreddin Golf, a magnificent 18 hole, Par 72 golf course set on 160 acres of tranquil woodland splendour.
Macreddin is the first course ever designed by Irish professional golfer and Ryder Cup Captain Paul McGinley. After years of competing at the peak of the game, playing against the world’s elite golfers and across the most acclaimed golf courses, Paul brought all his experience to bear in creating a course that oozes class and quality.