In Wicklow April / May Issue 2016

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WITNESS THE MOST SPECTACULAR BIKING EVENT IN IRELAND WITH 3 DAY BIKE SHOW, DEMO AREA, EXPO AND THE MAIN EVENT The Emerald Enduro presented by Biking.ie will return to Carrick Mountain for the 3rd Round of the 2016 ENDURO WORLD SERIES. Friday 13th May Exhibition: 10am to 5pm Practice Day 1: Stages open from 10am – 5pm Stages 1 to 4 only

Saturday 14th May Exhibition: 10am to 5pm Practice Day 2: Stages open from 10am – 5pm Stages 5 to 7 only

Sunday 15th May Exhibition: 10am to 5pm Race Day: 8am to 6.15pm Awards Presentation: 6.30pm

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Welcome to In Wicklow Magazine With Spring very much in flow here in the gorgeous ‘Garden of Ireland’ that is Co. Wicklow.

There has never been a better time to dust off your walking shoes and spend a day discovering all that ‘Powerscourt Estate & Gardens’ have to offer. Powerscourt includes beautiful Italian, Japanese and walled gardens and have a beautiful array of shops and a delicious café all waiting to ensure you have a great day.

Another beautiful town for you to enjoy is the lovely Kilcoole, be sure to check out our Visit ‘Kilcoole’ article where you will find a range of businesses sure to have everything your looking for and more. If you’re looking for more of a kid friendly day out we have just the article for you.

Have a read of our ‘Top 10 Outdoor Activities’ all spread across this fine county of ours plenty to be enjoyed and suited for all ages.

To finish we have our usual ‘Food In Wicklow’, ‘Fashion pages’, ‘Sports pages’ and many more.

We hope you enjoy & Happy Reading from all here at In Wicklow Magazine…

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Looking for an outdoor activity your whole family can enjoy? We’ve brought you our list of venues that family are sure to love.

2. News & Events As always we bring you all the reviews & up-dates from around your local community, including a rundown of events for you and all the family to enjoy.

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We take a look around Powerscourt Estate & Gardens and all it has to offer, from the beautiful gardens to the fabulous shops, delicious café, Powerscourt Golf course and much more.

18. Welcome to Kilcoole In this article we bring you around Kilcoole/Delgany and all It has to offer

24. Food In Wicklow A taste for fine dining? This month we bring you new and delicious signature dishes from some of Wicklow’s top Chefs.

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30. Bray Jazz In it’s 17th year the Bray Jazz Festival is a huge date for your calender. It is Ireland’s leading contemporary jazz and improvised music festival one definitely not to be missed.

34. Health & Beauty As Spring is finally here and we’re saying goodbye to heavy winter clothes we focus this month’s health & beauty pages on ‘Self Tanning’.

We bring you products and tips on how to achieve a fabulous glow that will see you through until the real sun appears.

36. Fashion Focus We continue to bring you samples of the season’s styles and colours that are rocking the racks this Spring. This month we focus on four different styles and the perfect accessories to finish your look.

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38. Sport Focus A Look at some of the up-coming major sporting events this month. We cover all of the remaining fixtures of the Premier League season, the major boxing bout between Amir ‘King’ Khan and Canelo Alvarez fighting in Vegas for the middle weight title.

Then not forgetting the all important Champions League Final.

40. Reviews on the biggest Cinema, DVD, Games and Books Releases We preview some of the latest blockbuster movies that will be hitting the big screen over the coming weeks, also the latest DVD and Game releases and a glimpse of newly published bestselling books.

42. Trades & Services We provide a selection of Trades & Services from your local community.

We always like to encourage and support local businesses.

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NEWS & EVENTS

Bray Credit Union Car Draw Winner in March 2016.

Congratulations to Phyllis Condren, the March Car Draw Winner in Bray Credit Union’s monthly car draw. Phyllis is thrilled to have won a brand new Ford Fiesta Titanium and we wish her many years of safe driving in her new car.

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Coffee Morning and Cake Baking Competition Wednesday 4th May Little Bray Family Resource and Development Centre 10:30am – 1pm

Entry fee €5 per cake 1st 2nd and 3rd prizes will be awarded There will also be a cake sale on the day all proceeds will go to Family Carers Ireland Judged by Local TD. John Brady and Olive Germane If you’re interested in entering please call by April 27th.

Phone: 086-1726300

DATE: Friday May 20Th - Sunday May 22, 2016 / VENUE: Rds Dublin, Hall 1 / OPENING HOURS: Friday 20th May: 12pm – 7pm, Sat 21st May: 10am – 6pm; Sun 22nd May: 10am – 5pm Brought to you by the team at Ireland’s largest news and media organisation, House 2016 will be the definitive guide to Irish interiors. Gathering the top designers, architects, craftsmen, furniture and fitout suppliers and home improvement specialists together for a three-day festival of style. Running from 20th 22nd May 2016 at the RDS, Dublin 4, house 2016 will showcase the very best of interior design, highlighting the hottest trends, most stylish products, and chicest designs for discerning Irish homes.

Any member of Bray Credit Union Ltd, aged 18 years or over, can join the Bray Credit Union Ltd Monthly Car Draw for less than €1 per week. Application forms are available in the office of Bray Credit Union or can be downloaded from their website at www.braycu.ie. Membership of Bray Credit Union Ltd is open to those living or working in their Common Bond which extends from Kilternan to Ashford inclusive and includes Enniskerry, the Sallygap, Roundwood and Glendalough.

Maura Feeney, Bray Credit Union Ltd, Phyllis Condren, winner and John O’Brien, Fitzpatrick Motors.

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Emerald Enduro – 2016 Enduro World Series Round 3 13TH MAY 2016 – 15TH MAY 2016 / ALL DAY EVENT The Emerald Enduro presented

by Biking.ie will return to Carrick Mountain in the Wicklow Hills for the 3rd Round of the 2016 Enduro World Series.

The best bike riders in the world will complete seven timed technical downhill stages, in a rally style format called ‘En-

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duro’. The rider with the fastest combined stage times on day shall be crowned the winner. Several thousand spectators and dozens of international journalists, photographers and film crews will descend on County Wicklow, ‘The Garden of Ireland’ to witness the most spectacular biking event Ireland has ever hosted.

The World’s top riders will line out in the Wicklow Mountains for two days of practice and one day of racing in a rally style format called Enduro. Enduro racing is about riding your mountain bike as fast as you can on downhill ‘special stages’,

which are timed. There are 7 special stages and the person with the lowest combined time is the crowned the winner.

The event has attracted the super stars of the sport with several World Champions taking to the start line in May.

Jakes Bar

Why not have a drink in Jake’s bar originally founded in 1776, it was taken over by the Lynham Family over 30 years ago. Enjoy a warm, cosy and comfortable place to share a drink with friends in a truly friendly & local atmosphere. Our old world bar with its open fire is filled with a notable collection of memorabilia from years gone by and local artwork. With live music every weekend Jakes Bar in Lynham’s Hotel is the perfect place to relax have the craic.

Overlooking Laragh bridge & the Glenmacnass river our candle lit dining room with its open fire sets the mood in our Bridge restaurant at Lynham’s Hotel. Our rustic style menu is freshly prepared using locally sourced Wicklow produce.

The Brockagh Lounge Sit back and relax in our cosy armchairs in this light filled room. In the Brockagh lounge our walls are decorted with works of art from local artists featuring scenes from around County Wicklow.

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Our famous carvery is open daily for lunch and serves a selection of hot dishes including our house speciality “Biddy’s Guinness Beef Stew” along with our roast of the day. An excellent bar menu is available every evening with an extensive range of choice to suit everyone, whether its for a light bite or a full meal.

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Contact Us: Phone: +353 404-45345 / email: info@lynhamsoflaragh.ie Address: Lynham’s Hotel, Laragh, County Wicklow, Ireland

NEWS & EVENTS

Paranormal Investigation May 13th, 2016 @ 9:00 pm – May 14th, 2016 @ 3:00 am Wicklow’s Historic Gaol / Cost: €50.00

Join this special Paranormal Investigation with Irish Ghost Hunters www.irishghosthunters.com This Paranormal Investigation experience runs through the night of Friday the 13th May 2016.

We begin at 9pm and finish sometime around 3am the following morning.

The fear of the number 13 has been given a scientific name: “triskaidekaphobia“; and on analogy to this the fear of Friday the 13th is called paraskevidekatriaphobia, from the Greek words Paraskeví (Παρασκευή, meaning “Friday”), and dekatreís (δεκατρείς, meaning “thirteen”).

Kilmantin Hill, Wicklow Town, Co.Wicklow. Tel:0404 61599/Email:info@wicklowshistoricgaol.com

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The Blue Boy Saturday 7th May 2016 / Time: 20:00 / Cost: €18 / THEATRE & DANCE The awardwinning The Blue Boy has travelled the world and finally comes to Wicklow.

This is a sensitive telling of the experiences of men and women who lived in residential care institutions told through the eyes of theatre maker Gary Keegan.

Brokentalkers combine music and dance alongside recorded testimonies to give a fresh theatrical experience. This is a touching and powerful show which is a must-see.

Action Arts 2016 Green Ribbon Walks To Raise Mental Health Awareness A series of forest walks are taking place throughout Ireland at Coillte Forest Parks during May 2016 to promote the Green Ribbon and raise awareness to improve mental health.

Just like the pink ribbon became a symbol for breast cancer awareness the Green Ribbon has been established as the international symbol for mental health awareness and has been introduced to Ireland by See Change.

Coillte are keen to drive the health agenda encouraging people to enjoy their walks and forest parks throughout the country which can deliver a range of physical and mental health benefits to the people who use them.

For information about the walks visit www.coillteoutdoors.ie For more information on all Green Ribbon events visit: www.greenribbon.ie The Let’s Talk and Walk will take place in the following locations during May:

The Let’s Talk & Walk – Green Ribbon walks are organised by Coillte around the country in partnership with the Irish Farmers Association, See Change and Mental Health Ireland.

Sunday - May 1st at 3.00pm Coillte Forest Park, Portumna, Co. Galway

The walks provide an opportunity for friends, families and communities to connect with one another whilst being mindful of their own and others’ mental health and wellbeing enjoying two things inherent to us in Ireland. Nature and Talking!”

Sunday - May 8th at 3.00pm Coillte Forest Park Avondale, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow Thursday - May 19th at 7.30pm Lough Muckno Forest Park, Co. Monaghan Sunday - May 22nd at 3.00pm Coillte Forest Park, Ards, Co. Donegal

Wells House & Gardens – Classic Car Show The return of our hugely popular Classic Car Show where motoring enthusiasts display their collection from modern day sports to vintage cars! Family entertainment, BBQ and live music add to this great event with proceeds to the Make a Wish Ireland.

Are you a Classic Car owner?

If so please get in touch with us as we would love to have you join our event? Please contact info@wellshouse.ie or phone 0539186737 to register your car for this great day out.

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Wednesday 11th – 15th May / Cost: €15/ Time: Wed (19:00), Thurs (19:30) & Sun (19:30) / LOCAL ARTS Pupils from Action Arts hope to delight you at their end of year show. This year’s show contains extracts from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Wizard of Oz. and the story of the Gruffalo along with dance routines, songs from Matilda and more. Our teen group will present a short pantomime. We hope you will be entertained by these talented children.

Anomalisa (Cert: 15A) Monday 16th May 2016 / Time: 20:00 / Cost: €8 / CINEMA An inspirational speaker (David Thewlis) becomes reinvigorated after meeting a lively woman (Jennifer Jason Leigh) who shakes up his mundane existence.

Oscar-nominated animated romance from the visionary Charlie Kaufman in which he delivers an insightful rumination on love, one that finds its perfect expression in the fragility of the film team’s stop-motion figures. This is a beautiful, one-of-a-kind romance.

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What better time to get your garden into tip top shape than right now? Take a trip to Hanleys of Ashford for professional advice on choosing and maintaining all your gardening equipment.

With over 40 years’ experience selling high quality products, Hanleys offer friendly, expert advice to all their customers.

Drop in and browse the well-stocked showroom and talk to our staff about domestic lawnmowers, auto mowers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers and ride-on mowers.

For peace of mind, Hanleys offer a competitive warranty with all their products, with maintenance contracts available for extended warranty.

Check out our trade-in service, where your old equipment might be worth more than you think.

Chain-Saws Work Fast, Stay Safe From routine tree care to occasional use on your land, our chainsaws provide the power, performance and reliability you have come to expect from Husquvarna. With X-Torq, Air Injection, Auto Tune and Easy to Start features as standard, Hanleys can offer advice on different specifications, helping you pick the best machine to suit your needs.

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NEWS & EVENTS

1916 Centenary Concert 9th May, Arklow The place to be on Friday 6th May, 2016 is where?? It is of course the 1916 Centenary Concert scheduled to take place in Sts. Mary & Peter’s Church, Arklow commencing at 19.16pm SHARP. With a top class line up of acts it promises to be really something special and something you will not want to miss. Tickets are on sale now.

Showcasing some of the top talent not just in Arklow but in Ireland today, not to mention an unique event, with a number of specially written songs commemorating the events of 1916. The night will feature: Arklow St. Colmcille’s Pipe Band, Boru, Naoimh Penston, Revival Gospel Choir, Jennifer & Lorraine Lee, Denis & John Nolan, St. Mary’s College Orchestra, Celtic Trinity (featuring Avril O’ Toole, Denise Brennan & Karen Conroy), Leah Penston, Amy Penston, Inbhear Mor Performance Ensemble, Katherine Brennan Kinsella, Sing for Fun, Robert Donnelly, Sam Ali with Empathy and Small Town Crisis, A.M.A Young Performers and Gabriel Brady. M.C for the night will be Mr. Jim Furlong.

There will also be a few surprises happening on the night.

Organised by Arklow Music and Arts in Arklow, all proceeds will go towards a performance space and theatre venue for the wealth of talent that exists in the town and surrounding areas. Over the years Arklow has produced many award winning groups, choirs, soloists, musicians, dancers, artists, and people in the performing arts, who have brought national and international acclaim to the seaside town of Arklow. The vision of the group is to have a centre of excellence and home to many of the groups and organisations in the town, they can call their home.

We can make this dream and vision a reality with your help and support.

Tickets for the concert are €15.00 each and available from the following outlets: Mc Mullans Arklow (0402) 32356, Kavangh’s, Wexford Road (0402) 39364, The Pottery Shop (0402)91266 or Kenny’s of The Harbour Bar. You can purchase two tickets and have your name in the specially commissioned programme for the night all for €35.00.

PREGNANCY YOGA CLASSES WITH CAROLINE @ WICKLOW YOGA PREGNANCY YOGA CLASSES WITH CAROLINE ARE HELD ON A WEDNESDAY EVENING AT 6.30PM AT WICKLOW YOGA. WE ARE BASED ON THE SOUTH QUAY IN WICKLOW TOWN. OUR CLASSES ARE RUN ONCE A WEEK FOR SIX WEEKS. €90

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Rare & Special Plant Fair Date: May 8th 10–5pm /Price: Adults €5.

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he Annual Rare & Special Plant Fair, in association with Bord Bia, is coming to Russborough, Blessington, on 8th May and promises to be a wonderful day out plant enthusiasts.

StallFair holders Thfor e Rare and Special Plant 2016 from around the country will be providing advice and selling their in association with Bord Bia bicentenary the rareCelebrating & specialtheplants.

Theof event also celebrates the Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland 2016. bicentenary of the Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland ( RHSI) who are doing great work in restoring Date: Sunday May walled 8th, 10am-5pm the 18th century garden at Russborough. On 8th Entry fee: Adults €5 | Children Free May theRussborough, walled garden be open for individuals and Location: Blessington,will Co Wicklow groups to visit, and to talk with RHSI volunteers on the t: + 353 (0)45 865 239 e: info@russborough.ie www.russborough.ie | www.rhsi.ie | www.rareandspecialplantfair.ie restoration undertaken to date and the future plans to develop the walled garden into a wonderful attraction in its own right.

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All this together with the numerous other facilities and attractions at Russborough including award winning house tours & tea rooms, gift shop, Maze , children’s playground, rhododendron garden, parkland walks and artisans workshops. It all makes for a great day out for individuals and families alike. New this year is the opening of the National Bird of Prey Centre (separate charge) on the west side of the estate.

We hope you take the opportunity to experience Russborough’s attractions including the Rare & Special Plant Fair. A €5 fee covers all day parking, entry to the Plant Fair and entry to the 18th century walled gardens.

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NEWS & EVENTS

Wicklow Avonmore Way Description of Trail The Avonmore Way follows a mixture of minor road, forest road and track as it skirts around Trooperstown Hill and winds its way through the beautiful Claravale Nature Reserve alongside the peaceful Avonmore River with pleasant picnic spots on its banks, passing by the picturesque settlement of Clara Vale.

Views of the surrounding Wicklow Mountains are magnificent and of the Vale of Clara and the mature oakwoods of the Clara Vale Nature Reserve are spectacular. The Avonmore Way offers a great connection from Rathdrum to Glendalough and the Wicklow Way.

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knowledge to the next level. You’ll be learning about – and tasting – familiar drinks such as kefir and kombucha as well as more unusual drinks such as kvass, ginger bugs, whey drinks, immune boosting tonics and even a few cocktail tips! You will also discover how these drinks can be used as the foundation of slow food for busy lives. Tickets: €70 per class, €63 for Killruddery members.

Sat 7th May 2016 | 13:30

Grade: Moderate – according to national trails office standards Note Coillte insisted that the trail be graded as strenuous by their standards and therefore marked this way on trailhead signs; this is to do with the length of the trail rather than the terrain.

Transport – The Train at Rathdrum can bring walkers back north to Wicklow Town, Greystones, Bray and Dublin, or south

Family All the family is invited to get up close and personal with twelve extraordinary birds – including owls, hawks and falcons – on the lawns of Killruddery. Partake in exciting flying displays in this hands-on event that’s not to be missed. Brought to us by Newgrange Falconry, this show is always a firm favourite throughout the year at Killruddery. Regular garden admission fees apply, free to Killruddery members. No booking necessary.

Culture & Fermentation Masterclass with Dearbhla Reynolds Mon 9th May 2016 | 09:30 |

Food Dearbhla Reynolds’ Cultured Club is in the business of reviving the tradition of culturing and fermenting foods and drinks. This is a masterclass which will focus mostly on probiotic fermented beverages for health, suitable for both beginners and those seeking to take their fermentation

Centre Stage Concert in the Orangery Thursday 19 May 2016 | 19:30

Killruddery House & Gardens, in association with Centre Stage, presents a quartet of concerts celebrating the new wave of young musicians bursting onto the Irish and international concert scene. Over four Thursday summer evenings – May 12, May 19, June 16 and June 23, Killruddery will host a unique series of some of the most accomplished instrumentalists and singers of the coming generation, all firmly staking a reputation with audiences and critics both at home and abroad. Performed in the breathtaking surroundings of The Orangery, this promises to be a memorable series of classical concerts.

In our second in this series of concerts Killian White (cello) is in concert with Lance Coburn (piano).

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NEWS & EVENTS

Bray Credit Union Proudly Donates to Kilmacanogue 1916 Commemoration Garden number of months back and through around some ideas.

Very quickly we agreed a garden in Kilmacanogue in a communal area was a The 1916 rising was good idea. Since the N11 a poignant moment upgrade works the village of in Irish history, and Kilmacanogue has lacked a to celebrate, Kilmacentre and we really felt the canogue local comgarden offered that as well Victoria Bradshaw from Bray Credit munity have made a as a very dignified tribute to Union presenting the cheque to Jason Doyle (Chairperson of the huge effort to comthe volunteers involved in the memorate this defining Kilmacanogue 1916 Commemoration uprising. With work started Committee) historic moment 100 on the garden many locals are years on. A commemorative garden with talking about other possible works that seating and patio area is underway for the could follow this great initiative. It goes to centre of the village and as can be seen show there is great potential for developby any passer-by. Bray Credit Union are ing our community. delighted to donate to this project, with The Kilmacnanogues1916 garden was strong membership from the area, it is a unveiled on the 24th April, the centenary worthwhile community project that will be calendar anniversary of the 1916 rising. enjoyed by all the local community, neigh*Organising Committee are Jason Doyle, Tony Lawlor, bouring town and tourists for decades to Tommy O’Rourke, Paul Prendergast, Chris Fox, Ian O’Toole, Gerry Lavery, Dermot come.

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LEITRIM PLACE, WICKLOW TOWN Date: Saturday May 7th / Distance: 5km circuit / Time: 4.15am / Starts & finishes at The Leitrim Lounge

Wicklow Town will make its Darkness Into Light debut in 2016 and become the third venue in the beautiful Garden County so remember to set your alarms the night before, arrive early, wrap up warm and soak up the unique atmosphere that is unique to our flagship fundraiser!

Important Information: 1. You MUST print your receipt and bring it on the morning to pick up your t-shirt.

2. Late registration on the morning does not guarantee a t-shirt.

3. Please arrive by 4am. Please also allow time for parking.

4. Bring your torch.

5. Please respect traffic wardens and follow any instructions on arrival.

6. Please place any litter in bins provided.

7. There will be no storage for personal items during event, so please come ready to walk/run.

For more information about Darkness Into Light Wicklow Town, please contact Marie Peelo at dilmariepeelo@gmail.com, phone 01 6219374 or, alternatively, visit their Facebook page.

Speaking in relation to the commemorative garden Chairperson of the Kilmacanogue 1916 Commemoration Committee Jason Doyle said “It is a privilege to be involved in such a special project. A number of locals got together a

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Tuesday 17th May 1pm – 8pm

Do you have an object, photograph, document or family story relating to 1916 life in County Wicklow? If so, register and come along to Wicklow County Council’s 1916 Public Collections Day. This special event will take place in County Buildings, Wicklow Town on Tuesday 17th of May from 1pm to 8 pm and will offer you the opportunity to share treasured personal objects (such as letters, photographs, medals, etc.) and family stories.

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Cranny, John Flynn and Garden Designer Robert Moore. There was many volunteers who gave up their time to work on the garden and many contractors who donated machinery, materials and time. There was also a number of individuals and businesses who made generous donations that made the project financially viable.

and tell the background to their items. All material will be digitally copied by experts, free of charge and while you wait, and will form part of the County Wicklow 1916 Exhibition as well as the Our Wicklow Heritage online community heritage archive.

This event is co-ordinated by Wicklow County Council as part of the County Wicklow 1916- 2016 Commemoration Programme.

Staff from the County Wicklow Archives & Genealogy Service, Heritage Office and Library Service, along with a professional conservator, will be on hand for advice on the day. Local historians and representatives from historical societies will also be present to explore the impact of events in 1916 on county Wicklow.

Easter Treasure Hunt Sunday 31st March, 12pm - 3pm €5 per child | €15 per family

The Rare and Special Plant Fair 2016 in association with Bord Bia Celebrating the bicentenary of the Royal Horticultural Society of Ireland 2016.

Date: Sunday May 8th, 10am-5pm Entry fee: Adults €5 | Children Free Location: Russborough, Blessington, Co Wicklow

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P OW ER S C OU RT HOUSE & GARDENS

Voted One of the Top Ten Houses and Mansions Worldwide by the Lonely Planet Guide Powerscourt house today offers the warmest of welcomes to our visitors and some of the best views in Ireland, overlooking the breath-taking Sugarloaf Mountain. It’s a wonderful

place to relax and enjoy browsing our splendid range of stores or to indulge in a coffee and dessert in the famous Avoca Terrace Café.

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ISITORS TO POWERSCOURT CAN EXPERIENCE Tara’s Palace, a unique and magical hand-crafted doll’s palace. It is one of the greatest doll’s palaces in the world within a museum which houses a wonderful collection of historic doll’s houses, toys and childhood memorabilia. All profits from Tara’s Palace go to children’s charities.

A Children’s Paradise

A Unique Day Out for all the Family

The magical miniature world of Tara’s Palace Childhood Museum is yours to explore at Powerscourt House, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow, Ireland. The Museum is home to Ireland’s Largest Period Doll House, Tara’s Palace. Each of the 24 rooms in Tara’s Palace is 1:12 in scale. They are furnished with miniature masterpieces, hand painted ceilings and hand crafted wooden and marble floors. Perfect for all ages from 5 to 105. Must be seen to be believed!

ADMISSION

Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) €12; Adult €5; Senior/Student €4; Child (5 to 16) €3; Groups (20+) €3 per person; Under 5’s Free.

OPENING TIMES Daily: Mon to Sat: 10am – 5pm; Sunday/Bank Hols: 12am – 5pm

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LOCATION Powerscourt House, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow

Explore hidden and secret woodlands Savour the new tasting menu at Sika Restaurant Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa’s Five Star Dining Experience Sika restaurant at AA Hotel of the Year, Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa in Co. Wicklow, have recently launched a new menu this April, just in time to capture all the best flavours of Spring.

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HE RIVER WALK IS JUST A SMALL PART OF one of the most beautiful estates in Ireland.

It is reserved for the annual members of Powerscourt who all enjoy the beauty of this very secret space beyond the gates of the estate. Find out more about becoming an annual member of Powerscourt today.

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HIS PRIVATE AND HIDDEN GEM, LIES DEEP within the walls of Powerscourt Estate. It is one of Ireland’s most charming and secluded places and its’ ancient and unspoiled beauty is carefully protected. The heritage of The River Walk can be found in the ancient trees surrounding over 3 kilometres of winding walkways. The River Walk’s main pathway was laid in 1868 by the Viscount of Powerscourt so that his family could enjoy the serenity of the River Dargle.

The real beauty and essence of The River Walk is found in the many secret woodland trails that radiate from the main pathway and which are very safe and easy to explore. The woodlands that tower above The River Walk are certainly a spectacular sight.

Look above you and witness one of the tallest collections of conifers in Ireland.

Chef de Cuisine at Sika, Peter Byrne, has devised a delicious tasting menu that is sure to delight foodies, with an emphasis on local excellence and seasonality using only the highest quality ingredients, the majority of which are sourced from local suppliers. Guests dining in the elegant Sika restaurant can enjoy a standalone tasting menu, or paired with wines chosen by Sika restaurant’s expert sommelier George Chioreanu. The tasting menu is also available at the Chef’s Table – a unique dining experience in the heart of the Sika kitchen, with guests being able to observe the magic of the busy kitchen and the master chefs at work.

To give you a flavour of what to expect, a sample tasting menu is below: Amuse bouche ~ Knockdrinna goat’s cheese, blood orange jelly, marinated beetroot, charred cucumber Aligote, Bouzeron, Domaine Gagey, Louis Jadot, Burgundy, France, 2012

~ Pickled ox tongue, warm smoked eel, fried cabbage, watercress puree, sambai vinegar

Chardonnay, Napa Cellars, Napa Valley, USA, 2012

~ Seared tuna, yuzu jelly, sesame glaze, avocado purée, tuna mayonnaise, dashi dressing

Baixas, Spain 2014

~ Pan fried halibut, buttered leeks, roast cauliflower, truffle cream sauce Masetto Bianco, Endrizzi, Alto Adige IGT, Italy, 2009

~ Loin of Sika deer, red cabbage, Roscoff onion, Brussel sprouts, venison pie, chocolate Shiraz, Penfold’s Bin 28 Barossa Valley Kalimna, Australia, 2010

~ Rhubarb baked Alaska Bava Rosetta, Malvasia di

Castlenuovo DOC, Piedmonte, Italy

~ Petit Fours

Albarino, Vina Almierante, Rias

The Sika Tasting Menu is available at €95 per person, with the wine pairing option available for €135 per person. The tasting menu is available Sunday to Friday with the latest seating at 9.15pm. The Chef’s Table is available for bookings with a minimum of 4 people.

Tasting menu costs €95 per person.

Tasting menu with wine pairing costs €135 per person.

Booking in advance is recommended. Bookings can be made on 01 – 274 9313.

For more information on Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa, please visit www.powerscourthotel.com or follow us on /powerscourthotel and @powerscourtHtl

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Ireland’s Highest Waterfall

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OWERSCOURT WATERFALL IS IRELAND’S highest at 121m (398ft.) and is 5km from the Main Estate. It is set in one of Ireland’s most beautiful parklands at the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains.

As you drive from the gatelodge towards the Waterfall you are surrounded by Beech, Oak, Larch and Pine trees some of which were planted over 200 years ago. Look out for the Giant Redwoods, which are native to Northern California where they may grow up to 80m high and live for 4,000 years so they are still youngsters!

The Waterfall is an ideal location for summer picnics and barbecues. There is a vast amount of space to keep children entertained. There is also a playground for younger children. But be mindful of the other inhabitants of the parkland!

It is a haven for wildlife and children can have fun trying to spot some of the locals – the Chaffinch, Cuckoo, Raven and the Willow Warbler.

Don’t fret if you forget your picnic as there is a kiosk on site that serves everything from coffee and tea to hotdogs and ice-cream. The kiosk is open everyday from the 1st June to the end of August and year round at weekends, if weather permits. There is ample car parking and toilet facilities at the waterfall. Dogs are welcome but they must be on a leash.

Directions: The Waterfall is located 6km from Powerscourt Estate. From Dublin City and Wexford take Exit 8. After 2 km take the first left towards Enniskerry and follow the signs for Powerscourt Waterfall.

Opening Times: • Mar/Apr/Sept/Oct 10.30am – 5.30pm • May/Jun/July/Aug 9.30am – 7.00pm

Tickets: • Adults €6, Student/OAP €5.50 • Child (U12) €3.50, Children (U2) Free • Family Ticket €16.00 (2 adults & up to 3 children)

Events at Powerscourt

ADVENTURES IN MAGIC GARDENS: INTERACTIVE STORY – TELLING AND ADVENTURE Location: Powerscourt Gardens / Date: 08/05/2016 / Time: 12:00 13:00 / Cost: Adult €9.50, Child €6, Family (2+3) €30, Annual Member €4, Annual Member Child €4 Join Abracadabra in an exciting walk in the beautiful Powerscourt Gardens, where tour guide Katie and her friends will take you into the story. Literally. This garden is magical and has many secrets. Our

mission is to find Lord Londonderry as we have to deliver him an important message. The Lord is a very generous man so we are sure that he will reward us with one of his fascinating stories brought from his travels.

We will learn magic spells, sing, and dance along the walk! Please feel free to dress up if you wish in your favorite characters but be sure you bring weather appropriate clothes and just in case of rain…wellies!

FREE PLANT UP SERVICE FOR POTS AND CONTAINERS Location: Powescourt Garden Pavilion / Date: 09/05/2016 13/05/2016 / Time: 09:30 - 17:30 Summer is here at last and it’s time to bring some colour back into our lives

and create beautiful outdoor spaces we can enjoy all summer long!

Powerscourt Garden Pavilion is delighted to offer you a free plant up service during the 9th to the 13th of May. Bring along your old pots, hanging baskets and window-boxes to the Pavilion and we will plant them up for you! The only cost to you will be the plants you use, the time and labour is on us! We are open 7 days a week Monday to Saturday (9.30am to 5.30pm) and Sunday (10.00am to 5.30pm). See you soon at Powerscourt Garden Pavilion.

CHILDREN’S HANGING BASKET WORKSHOP

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Location: Powerscourt Garden Pavilion / Date: 15/05/2016 / Time: 14:00 - 15:00 / Cost: €5 A lovely family event to ‘grow’ a love of nature and who knows even ‘sow’ an interest in gardening for life! The child will have a lovely hanging basket to take home and the skills to plant up more. Suitable for ages 4 upwards.

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HE JAPANESE GARDEN LOOKS WONDERFUL in spring when the azaleas are in full bloom and their blossoms perfume the air, and in autumn with the vibrant colours of the Japanese maples. Stone lanterns guide you through the winding paths of the garden, bringing you to its innermost

circle. Here you will find a Pagoda and a trickling stream under pretty Japanese bridges. The next circle is marked by a ring of Chinese Fortune Palms, which have been cultivated in China and Japan for thousands of years and were first brought to Europe in 1830. The upper circle provides stunning views of the

Two Inspiring Courses – One Spectacular Location

Powerscourt Golf Club

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OTED BEST PARKLAND VENUE IN IRELAND 2014 Just half an hour South of Dublin City

Japanese Garden and the Sugar Loaf Mountain in the distance. There is a beautiful concept behind each of these circles: working inwards, we discover our inner selves; working outwards and upwards we gain greater knowledge of the world around us.

Centre, Powerscourt Golf Club is set in the foothills of the rolling Wicklow hills and Ireland’s most beautiful and intriguing estate. Opened in 1996 Powerscourt features two of the finest championship courses in Ireland, which despite their proximity to each other, pose remarkably different challenges for any golfer.

Email: golf.shop@powerscourt.net / Tel: 01-204 6033 /

Top Golfer SENIOR Scratch Cup (0 – 4H/C) Gents Singles Stroke Sunday.

8 May 2016 08:00 09:57. Visitors €40.00 / Members €40.00 Top Golfer JUNIOR Scratch Cup (5-9 H/C) Gents Singles Stroke Sunday.

8 May 2016 10:06 - 14:00. Visitors €30.00 / Members €30.00.

For enquiries or Bookings call 01 204 6033 or email us: golf.shop@powerscourt.net

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Global Village, started 25 years ago by Martin and Colette Lenehan has two stores located in Powerscourt House, Enniskerry, Co Wicklow and KCR Industrial Estate, Kimmage, Dublin 12.

One Thoughtful Gesture A Year of Unforgettable Memories

Global Village in Powerscourt has a core collection of furniture designs in dining, living and bedroom which included; handmade, bespoke furniture from France, available in a rainbow of hand painted finishes; contemporary accessories in sliver chrome and jet black from the Dutch Interiors company Eichholtz; also solid mahogany pieces with a beautiful burl walnut finish from Jansen furniture; a comprehensive mahogany bedroom and collection, and of course the sumptuous sofas and luxurious leather chairs from Tetrad, huge on comfort and style.

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Since 2008 Global Village have been collaborating with the Neptune brand of products and such has been the success of the Neptune products in Ireland it has resulted in Global Village devoting the entire of its 6,000 square foot showroom in Kimmage to Neptune branded products. The showroom showcases the biggest range of Neptune products in Ireland including kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, living room, upholstery, garden and accessory products. Laid out in actual room settings and decorated with the range of Neptune’s own paint palette, the result is stunning.

Neptune by Global Village, 10 KCR Industrial Estate, Kimmage, D12. Tel: 01-4055035 Email: info@globalvillage.ie Web: www.globalvillage.ie Avoca, one of Ireland’s greatest retail experiences located in Powerscourt, one of Ireland’s greatest houses.

Spread over several interconnecting rooms and carrying a wide range of our Avoca favourites including throws and blankets from our Mill, fashion, gifts and much more... all this moments from our Avoca café. Dine with its award-winning menu and enjoy the panoramic views of one of Europe’s greatest gardens.

• Enjoy visits to Powerscourt Gardens & Waterfall • Experience year-round events for all the family • Members have exclusive access to Powerscourt River Walk

€160

for 2 adults & 4 children Find out more powerscourt.com/membership

GLOBAL VILLAGE

Powerscourt Estate, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01 – 204 6000

Powerscourt

Open 7 days a week Monday 9.30am - 5.30pm Tuesday 9.30am - 5.30pm Wednesday 9.30am - 5.30pm Thursday 9.30am - 5.30pm Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm Saturday 10am - 6pm Sunday 10am - 6pm (Café open until 5.30pm) Avoca, Powerscourt Estate, Enniskerry, Co.Wicklow Tel: +353 1 204 6066 InWicklowWay_AD.indd 1

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deally located just minutes from the N11, The Powerscourt Arms Country House Hotel nestles itself nicely in the picturesque village of Enniskerry.

While offering extensive lunch and dinner menus, Mac’s Lounge & Bar provides the perfect space to relax and unwind while sampling locally sourced seafood and select cuts from our Master Butcher.

Refuel with our Early Bird Menu from 5pm-7pm each weekday, or take advantage of our amazing Mid-Week Specials, all the while enjoying a choice of beautiful wines, draft and craft beers.

Prepare to be indulged with our Main Course offerings of Gourmet Beef Burger or Country House Beef and Stout Pie, to name but a few.

• The Something Light and Quick Bite menus will have you satisfied in no • time, with a selection of Wraps, Club & Open Sandwiches, Soups and beautifully prepared salads.

Communion & Confirmation Menu available.

Summer outdoor dining area available to relax and enjoy your good food.

Midweek Lunch & Dinner Special Offer Available in Mac’s Lounge & Bar Mon – Thurs 12.30pm – 7.30pm Delicious 8oz Sirloin Steak with Chips, Onion Rings & Pepper Sauce/Garlic Butter, plus a Pint of Draught Beer or Glass of House Wine for only €19.95

The Powerscourt Arms, Enniskerry Village, Co Wicklow, tel: 01 2828903 www.powerscourtarmscountryhouse.com Follow us on Facebook & Twitter

6th Sense Knitwear & Shirts, €59.95 each

The new shoe collection from Bowe & Bootmakers, stylish and great with that new suit.

Smart and comfortable, and only €89.95.

Skopes Three Piece Suits perfect for that Special Occasion, €199.00

Tommy Bowe Casual Shoes, six styles and great value, €39.95

100 Main St Bray, Co Wicklow Tel: 01 – 286 3678

Farah Vintage Shirt Collection, from €69.95.

Wide range of formal & Casual Shirts to suit any occasion – Venti & Casa Moda from €59.95 & €69.95

WELCOME TO KILCOOLE

Welcome to Just off the N11, South of Killpeddar, not too far from Greystones and just North of Wicklow Town, you will find the busy little town that is Kilcoole.

Kilcoole is an idyllic little town nestled within the breathtakingly picturesque landscapes of County Wicklow. Kilcoole is the perfect spot to visit for both Irish folk looking for a relaxing weekend break away or for foreign visitors looking for a base from which to discover the beauty of Ireland.

The foodies among you have a great range of food options at your disposal from the many restaurants and take-aways in the area such as Ricardos Restaurant located at Lee’s of Kilcoole pub which has food served In the bar, lounge or upstairs in the restaurant. Or The Pizza Shack (Take Away) Byrne’s Irish House Pub

who provide an authentic Italian experience.

Kilcoole has a lot to offer the more active visitor with it’s close proximity to the coastline and its beautiful golf courses. For the avid golfer, The Druids Glen Golf Resort, famous for hosting the Irish Open from 1996 to 1999, is located less than a kilometer away. The more casual golfer may prefer to play at Kilcoole Golf Club, a very well maintained and challenging 9 hole course.

For a family orientated day out, consider a trip to Glenroe Farm. This beautiful farmland has something for everybody. Very friendly staff will greet you at the door and show you around the various animal enclosures is fun and educational for both adults and children. There is also a café for

We offer a wide range of professional tree services all of which are carefully executed by highly trained tree surgeons.

• Felling & Dismantling of all types of Trees & Hedging • Emergency Tree Care • Removal or Mulching Of cuttings • Stump Grinding

Fully Insured Tree Surgeon – Tel: 01 – 287 3667 Mob: 087 – 610 9128. Delgany, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

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WELCOME TO KILCOOLE the adults to take a coffee break while the kids amuse themselves In the nearby playground. The newly designed Kilquade Arboretum is also certainly worth a visit with family or friends.

Lee’s of Kilcoole

One of Ireland’s largest importers of Indian Paving products, Millbrook Paving Centre is a single source for all your patio and paving needs. We offer great choice with our large range of Indian Sandstone and Limestone Paving Products.

There is also an Old Kilcoole Church

array of businesses located in Kilcoole that are highly recommended in maintaining or improving your home – Roundwood Design (Kitchens), Archers Windows (Windows & Doors), Matt Britton Carpets (Carpet & Wood Flooring) to name but a few.

So take time for yourself with family or friends and visit Kilcoole Co Wicklow.

We have a well stocked yard and carry our full range of colours and sizes in stock. We also carry all the materials required to complete your paving or patio project.

Visit our Display Showroom to view the many ranges of natural paving we offer. Talk to our expert staff about your paving project, who can help you with any questions you may have.

• Indian Sandstone • Indian Limestone • Egyptian Limestone • Granite Paving • Granite Cobbles • Travertine • Decorative Pebble • Stone Wall Cladding • Stone Walling • Landscaping Products • Artificial Grass Millbrook Paving Centre, Farrankelly, Delgany, Co. Wicklow.

Tel: 01-2875016 / Mob: 087-2625428 / Email: sales@millbrookpaving.ie Mon-Fri: 8am - 5pm / Sat: 9am - 4pm

Collections that inspire, prices that appeal and customer service that satisfies.

Matt Britton flooring provides customers with the highest quality carpets installed by the best flooring and carpet fitters in the country. Founded by the man himself and his brother Craig in 1997 Matt Britton flooring began as, and continues to be, a customer service driven company. As carpet fitters, Matt and Craig had the privilege of working closely with customers. They developed an understanding of what their customers wanted in terms of both products and customer service. This customer focused approach continues to drive our business today.

At Matt Britton we don’t just have customers, we have clients; our services and products extend far beyond the simple purchase of your dream floor. From your

first visit to one of our showrooms to the installation of your new floor, our experts and their expertise is at your disposal. Professionally crafted, competitively priced and perfectly installed; that’s our guarantee.

Kilcoole has an impressive wood flooring gallery, an exceptional range of carpets, a kids corner and a hardworking Nespresso coffee machine. Drop in and chat to either Craig or Richie about the best floor for your home.

Granite Cobbles Tumbled Silver

Cepes Egyptian Limestone

Kota Yellow Limestone

Mint Sandstone Circle

Railway Sleepers

Yellow Limestone Granite Cobble

Albany Business Park, Kilcoole Industrial Estate Co. Wicklow.

Tel: 01 – 276 0021 Opening: Mon - Fri: 9am - 6pm Saturday: 9.00am - 6.00pm Sunday: 12.00am - 5.00pm

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Kindlestown Trail COILLTE FOREST, DELGANY

This length of the woodland trail is level and suitable for visitors with limited mobility. Leave the top end of the car park and proceed along the forest road through a pedestrian/wheelchair opening on the side of the forest road barrier.

This section has the greatest diversity of tree species including broadleaves like ash, oak, beech and sweet chestnut and conifer species like Scots pine. Holly is also to be found growing beneath these trees.

Look and listen for the many common woodland birds including wren, robin and blackbird. After approximately 500 metres there is a resting area with a seat where you can stay and savour the delights of the woodland. Past this point the going gets though and is not advisable for the less mobile visitor. The only way to return to the car park is by the same route.

Grade: Easy, multiaccess suitable for wheelchair users and families with buggies.

Distance: 1 km Estimated time: 30 mins

Total height climbed: 0 m

Total height climbed: 200 m Highest point: 500 Terrain underfoot:

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Membership Rates in 2016 FULL 7 DAY MEMBERSHIP - €849 / 5 Day Membership - €595 INTERMEDIATE RATES: Age 18 – 23, €195 / Age 24 – 28, €395 / Age 29 – 35, €595 JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP - €100

Green Fee’s – Summer 2016 Midweek: 18 Holes - €30 / 9 Holes - €20 Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays: 18 Holes €30 / 9 Holes - €20

Open Competitions – Senior Ladies & Gents every Tuesday: €10

THE NATIONAL GARDEN EXHIBITION CENTRE, KILQUADE, CO. WICKLOW.

Suitable for: Families, Wheelchair users etc

Great Sugar Loaf Mountain dominates the skyline as you drive south from Dublin into Wicklow.

This unique mountains stands apart from the rest of the upland and is instantly recognisable by its conical shape. The route starts in a car park on Red Lane under a concrete arch. The obvious track leads you up onto a shoulder where the track turns right with loose rock underfoot. A steep climb brings you to the summit. Return the same route.

Estimated time: 1 Hr

Kilcoole is a beautiful, 9 Hole Parkland course in Co. Wicklow. It is blessed with excellent drainage allowing for year round golf, as a result of which the need for temporary surfaces over the winter period are rarely encountered. This course is a good test of all standards of golf. It is largely flat but nonetheless challenging due to the course design.

Terrain underfoot: Forest trail

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Distance: 2.5 km

Kilcoole Golf Club, Kilcoole, Co Wicklow.

Tel: 01-2872066 / Email: info@kilcoolegolfclub.com

Highest point: 180m

The Sugarloaf Trail

Grade: Easy

A warm welcome awaits all in Kilcoole Golf Club.

Mountain track Suitable for: Families and Adults.

Notes: Not suitable for pushchairs. Dogs must be kept on leads at all times.

Upper section is steep and needs care especially when descending.

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Arboretum Kilquade is a family run business offering a complete gardening and lifestyle shopping experience presenting a wide range of stylish outdoor living furniture, barbeques, gardening delights and so much more.

This new destination hotspot in Wicklow boasts 5.2 acres with a multitude of inspirational gardens showcasing plants & garden design in a natural setting and of course fabulous food at the Secret Garden Café. Relax with friends and family in the Secret Garden Café and treat yourself to some of its signature dishes made with the very best local Irish produce. The delicious tempting desserts are all made on the premises and customers’ special dietary needs are catered for with gluten, sugar or dairy free options.

Join us instore for activities & events

that we hold throughout the year.

Check our website to see what events, workshops or guest speakers are coming up! www.arboretum.ie A is not just for Arboretum it’s also for advice! Our expert team are always on hand to offer the best advice to help make your garden flourish A trip to Arboretum is like no other so pop in store today or visit www. arboretum.ie

FACILITIES: Onsite car and coach park, wheelchair accessible, café with wine licence, Inspirational Gardens, Toilets, free WIFI

OPENING TIMES: Monday to Saturday: 9 am – 6 pm Thursday: 9 am – 8 pm Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm Bank Holidays: 9 am – 6 pm

Arboretum Kilquade, National Garden Exhibition Centre, Kilquade, Co Wicklow Tel: + 353 (0) 1 531 3488, Email: info@arboretum.ie, Website: www.arboretum.ie / Arboretum Kilquade /@ArboretumGC

WELCOME TO KILCOOLE

Roundwood Design, Kilcoole, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01 2817000 www.roundwooddesign.ie K I TCHEN S • B E D ROOMS • HOME ST UDY

Restaurant, Pizzeria, Takeaway and Party Catering Located at Lee’s Kilcoole

“Built on the experience of 3 generations Roundwood Design has a long standing family history of designing and building some of Ireland’s finest furniture. With each and every component having been tried and tested over time and on a regular basis to ensure that it lasts the test of time.

We believe in building and designing furniture to last for many years to to come.”

Ultima oil is a family run independent oil company established in 1991 by Matt and Ann Wheatley and their son David. We supply home heating oil, tractor diesel, road diesel, full range of oil tanks and lubricants.

DOMESTIC Ultima Oil offer a Home Heating Oil Service to homeowners in, South Dublin, North Wicklow and North Wexford.

We are known for our prompt service and keenest prices.

Delivery Service Available.

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The Designer

Keith Walker

Oil tank replacement service Local and reliable delivery service Same day delivery Oil tank monitor supplied and fitted Small tankers for difficult access Stockists of: Polish Coal, Smokeless Coal, Turf, Logs, Briquettes & Bottled Gas.

Food served in the Bar, Lounge and upstairs Restaurant Healthy options available Carvery on Sunday Child friendly facilities Functions catered for

COMMERCIAL

We supply a wide range of commercial customers from factories, offices, schools, construction and marine at the keenest prices.

Dublin: 01-2810566 Wicklow: 0404-40080 Gorey: 053-9420453 FREEFONE: 1800-202377 AFTER HOURS: 087-2545216 Email: info@ultimaoil.ie

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WELCOME TO KILCOOLE After many years of talking and eating pizzas, we finally decided to chase the dream! The past year has been an epic journey… which started with our oven “Big Red” . Once we laid eyes on “Big Red” we knew that we had to go for it.

So we secured “Nicky’s” old vegetable shop in Kilcoole, and went in search of a Pizzaiolo.

Thankfully our Italian friend, Francesco, answered our call!

He has brought with him to Kilcoole, the classic Italian fundamentals for the most flavoursome pizza.

At Pizza Shack we provide an authentic Italian experience by taking our customers on an adventure through the flavorsome and sumptuous ingredients combined in our wood fired pizza oven!

Authentic Italian Pizza has arrived....

Drop in and see “Big Red”!

Our pizza dough is prepared daily by hand and matures for a minimum of 48 hours – it is never rushed. This follows the guidelines of Pizza Napoletana .

Wood Fired Pizza Delicious Sides & Salads

All of us at Pizza Shack, want you to enjoy a real taste of Italy in your home!

Are you fired up?

The Shack is…

High Security Finger Pull Escutcheon created to compliment both contemporary and period door designs.The cylinder is protected behind a steel security shield with a reduced risk of cylinder attack, snapping or drilling.

All doors on this page excluding the San Marco are available with curved or Pullbar Handle supplied with Winkhaus AV2 Heritage Locking Systems. Option of Fingerpull Escutcheon or Traditional Lever Handles also available.

To download the latest Composite Door catalogues, visit our website today at www.archerswindows.ie

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Archers Windows Unit 5 Druids Court Kilcoole, Co.Wicklow Tel: 01 – 2876668 Email: info@archerswindows.ie

WELCOME TO KILCOOLE

Glenroe Farm is one of Wicklow’s top tourist attractions. The farm is ideally located beside the picturesque North Wicklow coastline and less than an hour from Dublin City just off the N11.

The farm is both educational and fun and here you can get up close to a wide variety of farm animals and pets, enjoy the great outdoors, relax in the peace and tranquillity of our Nature walk, have fun in the large outdoor playground overlooking the farm, try our home cooking from the Coffee Shop or bring your own picnic.

A GREAT DAY OUT FOR ALL THE FAMILY! Glenroe Farm is an ideal day out for families, school tours, birthday parties, corporate functions and not to be missed for our Summer Camps.

Features & Facilities • • • • • • • • • •

Undercover Play area (NEW) Easy access to farm animals Pets’ Corner Farmhouse Museum Children’s Playground Nature Walk (1 km) Sensory Garden Secret Garden Coffee Shop & Gift Shop Indoor and outdoor Picnic areas • Wheelchair accessible Kilcoole, Co Wicklow T: 01 – 287 2288

E: mail@glenroefarm.com www.glenroefarm.com /Glenroe Farm

THE NATIONAL GARDEN EXHIBITION CENTRE, KILQUADE, CO. WICKLOW.

Date: Thursday, May 12 Venue: Arboretum Kilquade, Co. Wicklow Time: 6.30pm -8.30pm The Weber Grill academy live event is coming to Arboretum Kilquade this year and will give the esteemed Weber chef’s a chance to share their passion and BBQ expertise with you our customers.

In an engaging, informative and tasty two hour demonstration the Weber team will inspire & excite customers to open up their BBQ repertoire, giving them the knowledge and confidence to try new dishes at home.

Roasting, grilling, baking and even smoking!

Plus there will be delicious taster samples on the day so join us for this fame worthy feast, so come along to this fun packed evening and learn from the BBQ Masters Tickets are €20 available online at www.arboretum.ie or call 01 531 3488 Email info@arboretum.ie

PLANT CONTAINER WORKSHOP Saturday May 21st at 2pm An informative & interactive workshop with top tips & advice from our expert Horticulturists on plant containers.

Add a splash of colour and make the most of your containers Tickets: €5 A List Members & €10 for Non Members Join A List online free www.arboretum.ie Pre-booking essential so call 01 531 3488 or email info@ arboretum.ie

Greystones & District CREDIT UNION LTD Greystones: Mon - Thur 9.30am to 4.00pm; Fri 9.30am to 5.00pm; Sat 10.00am to 12noon.

Kilcoole and Newtownmountkennedy Fri 9.30am to 5.00pm; Closed for lunch 1 to 2pm Sat 10.00am to 12noon.

Tel: 01-2877165 | E-mail: info@gcu.ie | Web: www.gcu.ie

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KINGFISHER’S KITCHEN. Situated opposite the Enniskerry monument with outdoor seating on the terrace, this well situated sunny premises offers a wide selection using locally sourced produce. We have a fabulous range on our menu that is guaranteed to tickle those taste buds.

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Kilmacanogue, Bray Co Wicklow (Exit 8 off N11). Tel: 01-2862996 Goat’s Cheese on a bed of Rocket with Sundried Tomatoes, Julienne of Grilled Peppers, Fresh Figs, Honey & Mustard dressing topped with a crispy Prosciutto.

Kingfisher’s Pizza

Wicklow Farmhouse Cheese, oven baked St Kevin’s Brie served with homemade Brown Bread, salad and Cranberry Sauce.

Irish Hereford (8oz) Beef Burger

Taking Bookings for, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Communions, Confirmations, Christenings. Serving Great Gastro Pub Food - 7 Days and Nights a week!

Wicklow Lamb

€15.95

with Ketchup, Mayo, Onion, Lettuce & Cheese. Served with our Homemade Chips.

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Margarita Base topped with Black Olives, Ham, Bacon, Sweetcorn, Mushrooms, Pineapple, Red Onion and Mixed Peppers.

Other Dressings Include: Cajun – Cajon Mayo, Red Onion Stuffing and Sweet Chilli Peppers Mediterranean – Pesto, Sundried Tomatoes & Mozzarella Hawaiian – Mayo, Pineapple, Peppers, Sweetcorn & Cheese We now have Guinness, Carlsberg & Heineken available on draught.

The Kingfishers Kitchen Fountainview, Main Street, Enniskerry. Tel: 01 – 276 4859

BREWERY BISTRO COLLAGE

Pan fried fillet of Cod served with mussels and clams, buttered leeks and a curry veloute.

Salmon €7.95

Rump of Wicklow Lamb served with a carrot and thyme puree, fondant potatoes, turned vegetables and a Red Wine Jus.

Fillet of Cod

€13.95

Rillette of Salmon, a mix of fresh and smoked Salmon bound together with crème fraiche & herbs served with toasted ciabattas.

and tomato on the first layer and crispy bacon and a soft fried egg on the second layer served with chips.

Homemade Apple Pie €4.95

Homemade Apple Pie served with homemade Crème Anglaise and Vanilla Ice-Cream.

Club Sandwich

€10.95

A Triple Decker Sandwich with Chicken, baby gem

New Function Room Opening Soon!

SCALLOP

EXTRAVAGANZA

Pork Belly with delicate Scallops complimented with St.Kevin Fig & Red Ale

THE GARDEN OF IRELAND

SUMMER STRAWBERRY EXPLOSION Trio of Strawberry Mousse, Redcross Mess and Milkshake in a Bottle

TASTE OF ASIA

Baked Sea-Bass with Potato Sea-Bass complimented with a Garden of Ireland explosion

THE HOPKNUT VIKING EXPERIENCE FOR 2 TO SHARE

Duo of Black Angus Rib-Eye Steak Carved and Feathered, accompanied with Fil et Steak, Old Style Bone Marrow on a Sizzler of Sauté Mushrooms & Onions topped with Crispy Onion Shreds, Crab, Prawn & Scallop Skewer’s and served with HopKnut Sauce, Pepper Sauce & your choice of 2 Sides

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Haddock with Warm Tomato Relish

Warm Steak Salad with Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Chicken Satay

Ingredients (Serves 4): • 4 haddock fillets about 175g each, skin on • Salt and freshly-ground black pepper • 3 tablesp. olive oil • 250g cherry tomatoes, cut in half • 8 scallions, chopped • 1 teasp. castor sugar • A splash of white wine vinegar • A few sprigs of thyme, leaves only • A small handful of fresh coriander, chopped

To Cook: Season the haddock with salt and pepper.

Put 2 tablesp. of olive oil in frying pan and heat gently. Add the fish to the pan, skin side down.

Fry until the skin is golden and crisp and the fish is cooked two-thirds of the way through. Turn the fish over and cook the flesh side for another 1-2 minutes until just

flaking. Transfer to a plate lined with kitchen paper to drain; keep warm.

Add the remaining tablesp. olive oil to the pan and sauté the tomatoes and scallions for a minute. Add the sugar and a splash of the wine vinegar. Cook over a high heat for a minute or two until the tomatoes are a little soft but still retain their shape.

Season the tomatoes and add in the herbs.

Divide between 4 warm plates. Put the haddock fillets on top, skin side up and serve immediately with steamed potatoes or some nice bread to mop up the juices!

Chef’s Tip: If you would like to spice it up a little, add a red chilli which has been halved, deseeded and chopped, to the pan with the tomatoes.

Ingredients (Serves 4): 4-6 breasts of chicken, cut into cubes

Marinade: • 1 tablesp. soy sauce • Half tablesp. rice vinegar • 1 tablesp. Oil • Half tablesp. red curry paste

Sauce: • 1 can coconut milk • 1 tablesp. red curry paste • 2 cloves garlic, chopped • 1 tablesp. fish sauce/ soy sauce • 1 teasp. sugar • 1 tablesp. peanut butter

Ingredients (Serves 4): 450g sirloin or striploin steak

Handful basil leaves, chopped Juice of ½ lemon

To Cook:

Marinade:

To Cook:

Thread the chicken pieces onto eight skewers. Place in a shallow dish. Mix the marinade ingredients together. Pour the mixture over the kebabs and leave for half an hour. Mix the sauce ingredients together and simmer for 5-10minutes. Grill the kebabs for 5-6 minutes on each side.

1 tablesp. fish sauce/ soy sauce 1 tablesp. lemon/lime juice 1 teasp. ground black pepper 1 teasp. sugar 2 teasp. sesame oil

Mix the marinade ingredients together.

Pour the mixture over the steaks and leave for 20 mins. Meanwhile prepare the salad – mix all ingredients together.

Cook the steaks on a barbecue or cast iron grill pan for 2-3 minutes each side for rare, 3-4 minutes for medium, 5-6 minutes for well done. Allow the steaks to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with

• 1 tablesp. fresh coriander, chopped

Serving Suggestions: Serve the sauce with the kebabs, some rice or noodles and a side salad

Salad: 10-12 cherry tomatoes, cut in half 1 cucumber, seeded and sliced 3-4 tablesp. olive oil 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tablesp. fish sauce/ soy sauce

the salad and a baked potato.

FISH SPECIALS Church Road, Greystones Co Wicklow Tel: 01-2016334

SPECIAL OFFERS • 2 x Packs of Sirloin Steak Mince Less than 5% Fat - €6 • 2 x Packs of Slimmers Choice Stir Fry - €10 • 8 x Extra Large Chicken Fillets - €10 • 4 x Extra Lean Sirloin Steaks - €10 • 6 x Slimmers Choice Beef Burgers Less than 5% Fat - €5.95 • 5 x Slimmers Choice Turkey Burgers Less than 2% Fat - €5.95

Spend €25 and Get a Free Pack of Sirloin Mince Free!

• 3 x Organic Salmon Fillets HIGH IN OMEGA 3 – €10 • 3 x Haddock Fillets – €10 • 3 x Cod Fillets – €10 • 4 x Hake Fillets – €10 • 4 x Fish Cakes – €10 • 3 x Large Plaice Fillets – €10

SLIMMING WORLD CLASS TIMES: Tuesdays at 9:30am & 11:30am; 5:30pm & 7:30pm Consultant - Lesley Cannon / Telephone – 086-2337984

Greystones Lawn Tennis Club, Mill Road, Greystones, County Wicklow

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Hidden Valley Holiday Park Rathdrum Co. Wicklow Tel: 086 7272 872 www.hiddenvalleypark.ie Surprise your kids with a day out at Hidden Valley Park in Rathdrum offering:

Bungee Trampolines, Bumper Boats, Kayaks, Archery and much more.

The park caters for birthday parties, scouts, youth groups and school tours.

Combat Laser Tag, Adventure Mini Golf, Archery, Rock Climbing Wall, Water Balls,

Accommodation for hire or sites for caravans and tents.

Kippure Estate: Estate, Manor Kilbride, Blessington, Kippure Co. Wicklow, Ireland Tel: 01-458 2889, Email: info@kippure.com

Shoreline Leisure Sports Park is located in Charlesland, Greystones. The facilities available boast a 400m Athletic Track, 5 Astro Pitches, Basketball Court, 3 Tennis Courts, Large Skate Park, Outdoor Gym, Climbing Boulders and a Playground. All the facilities are available on a pay as you go basis.

A Hidden Gem in a Stunning Mountain Setting. The best outdoor activities throughout Ireland!

Whether you are looking for adventure and fun, for an educational experience, or if you just want to relax and tune into nature, the Adventure Centre at Kippure Estate offers a wide range of outdoor activities:

Some of the elements on the adventure ropes course include: The Sports Park runs Summer Camps for children from the age of 5 years to 13 years. Camp activities include: Dodgeball, Zorb Ball, Archery, Soccer, Athletic Events, Orienteering, Basketball, Tennis and lots more.

Shoreline Leisure Greystones greystones@shorelineleisure.ie

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Stairway to Heaven – Leap of Faith – Vertical Challenge – Catwalk – Climbing & Abseiling Tower – Sky Trekking – The Challenge Zone Low Ropes – Archery – Orienteering – Treasure Hunt Adventure – Team Building & Corporate Incentives – Environmental Field Study & Outdoor Education.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Footgolf – a new phenomenon in Ireland and is taking Co. Wicklow by storm.

People disregard their golf clubs and golf balls and put on Football boots or trainers and take to the course to show off their football skills at getting a football into the hole

on each green. Both Adults and kids can play and the fun begins throughout the 18 holes.

After all the fun Adults can relax and have a Beer in the Wicklow Brewery on site while children enjoy crazy golf, pedal go karts and more – see www.rivervalleypark.ie for details.

We also cater for kids Birthday parties and organise food afterwards in Mickey Finns on site.

Squirrel’s Scramble offers exciting fun for all ages. Experience the wonderful natural forest with more than 40 different challenges on 4 different levels (1.5m to 8m) to climb, balance, slide and crawl. Zoom along zip lines through narrow passages in the woods for a thrilling adventure.

Timore, Newcastle, Co Wicklow Tel: 01 – 281 0977 www.glenmillgolfclub.ie

18 Hole Par 3 Course, over 2,758 yards in length with full size greens.

Glen Mill Golf Club is ideal for both new and experienced players. The course is professionally designed and takes maximum advantage of the lie of the land which provides both a testing challenge for the experienced golfer and a series of superb vistas. There is also an easy play option for the less experienced golfer with the provision of forward tees.

Pay & Play: Green fees €12.50 weekdays and €15 weekends and bank holidays.

• Sets of golf clubs can be hired • Golf buggies are available for hire at €20 each

For any enquires please call: 0404 – 41647 or email: info@rivervalleypark.ie

Squirrel’s Scramble is located on the grounds of Killruddery House and Gardens, Southern Cross Rd, Bray. Follow the red squirrel signs to the overflow car park and listen out for the squeals of laughter and shouts of joy coming from the trees!

Opening Times: 10am to 6pm - Weekends, holidays and bank holidays. No booking required, unless you are coming with a group.

Midweek outside holidays, only for groups of 12 or more, pre booking required.

Single Rate: €16.00pp / Family (min 4): €14.50pp / Group (min 12): €14.00 pp / Killruddery Season pass holder: €15.00pp

Squirrel’s Scramble, Kilruddery House, Southern Cross Road, Bray, Co. Wicklow. Tel: Paul Pascoe 085-862 7011 / Chris Lang 086-450 6626 / Email: info@pascoelang.ie

Booking Office: 085 775 2495 www.specialops.ie /SpecialOpsPaint info@specialops.ie

Boasting purpose-built military-themed game zones and the latest paintball guns and safety equipment, Special Ops Paintball thrills groups of friends, classmates and sports teams all year round. With full Garda firearms authorisation and public liability insurance for players from 12 years and up, Special Ops paintball games are the perfect safe, fun activity for any group. We tailor our packages to your group’s needs, so you’ll always get the best value day out at Special Ops Paintball.

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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Established in 2007, Biking.ie are Wicklow’s leading provider of bicycle rental. We are based at the mountain bike trail in Ballinastoe, just 10 minutes from Enniskerry Village.

Our passion is cycling and we aim to provide a top class experience for all our customers. We only use high quality bikes including comfortable touring bikes, carbon fibre road bikes and a full range of mountain bikes. All of our bikes are expertly maintained and cared for like they were your own.

We offer a variety of fun road cycling and mountain biking tours, for visitors to Ireland seeking to explore beyond Dublin city. Each tour is tailored specifically to either novice or experienced cyclists alike, at an enjoyable pace that suits you. Our local guides are highly experienced and highly qualified, who aim to deliver an expert service with attention to detail, ensuring everything runs smoothly and that you have a truly unforgettable trip.

You will be guided with our full backup service through rolling mountainous surrounds, passing stunning panoramic scenery. Some of these places include the famous ‘Guinness Lake’ at Lough Tay with views over Vartry Reservoir, and the Irish Sea. The cycling tour itself is approximately 2 hours in duration and we tailor our tours to meet the need of the group to ensure everyone has a great day out.

t: +353 (0)83 434 6992 e: info@biking.ie w: www.biking.ie

Our surf lessons, kids surf camps, SUP lessons, school surf tours, group surf lessons and tag n’ surf days run daily and we cater for kids and adults of all surf and fitness levels. is a new and exciting sport. It is Stand Up Paddleboarding “SUP” (Lessons & Tours) accessible to a wide range of people and a great way is a new and exciting sport. It is accessible to a wide to get fit, explore the seas and surf the ocean.

SUP range of people and a great way to get fit, explore usesseas a large type SUP boarduses witha plenty of width the and stable surf thesurfocean. large stable and volume.

SUP is currently one of the fastest surf type board with plenty of width and volume.growing SUP is currently one of watersports in the world and Wicklow is one of the best the fastest growing watersports in the world and Wicklow is one of the locations to discover this new exhilarating experience. best locations to discover this new exhilarating experience.

Brittas Bay Surf School, The Dunes, Brittas Bay, Wicklow Brittas Bay Surf School, The Dunes, Brittas Bay, Co. Wicklow Email: info@brittasbaysurfschool.com Tel: 086-2633075 3075 Email: info@brittasbaysurfschool.com Tel: 086-263

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Brittas Bay Surf School is the first dedicated surf school on the East Coast of Ireland. We are based between the North and South Carparks at Brittas Bay Co. Wicklow and provide a friendly, safe and fun introduction to the exhilarating art of surfing.

With over 23 years of experience, our surf school is ISA approved, fully insured with qualified local surf instructors and beach lifeguards.

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Tuesday 17th May 2016, From 1pm – 8pm at Wicklow w Cou unty Buildings, Wicklow Town.

Featuring on the day: • Local historians & societies, • Traditional music performances, • Re-enactments, • Screenings of short animated film “Freedom: a 1916 Story”.

Documents, photos, memorabilia, stories - all welcome Registration forms to book your time slot are available at all branch libraries, County Buildings, www.wicklow.ie and www.wicklow1916.ie.

1916 Wicklow Life Step into County Wicklow 100 years ago

www.wicklow1916.ie

BRAY JAZZ

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ray Jazz Festival returns for it’s 17th year with another packed programme of jazz from leading international players and Ireland’s top improvisers.

Described as “one of the very best small jazz festivals in Europe”, the boutique scale Bray Jazz will this year host concerts featuring visiting artists from the US, UK, France, Ivory Coast, Sweden, Norway, Switzerland and Mexico.

Following a number of years of consolidation, Bray Jazz shifts up a gear this year, with a broader span of events and stronger international presence on the roster for some time.

There are three great

headline offerings taking place at Mermaid Arts Centre, with leading Swedish jazz star Maghnus Öström following on from a date at London’s celebrated Ronnie Scott’s with an opening night headliner in Bray, the Grammy Award

Full details are available at: www.brayjazz.com.

Tickets are available by contacting the festival box office at Mermaid Arts Centre on

01 – 2724030.

Glenview Hotel & Leisure Club one of Wicklow’s best loved hotels, nestled in the stunning and majestic surroundings of the Glen of the Downs, overlooks the rolling hills of the Wicklow Mountains.

Included in all our packages you have full use of our Leisure Club, including steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, swimming pool, gymn and outdoor Canadian hot tub.

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winning West African singer and dancer Dobet Gnahoré appearing with her band on the Saturday night of the bank holiday weekend, and celebrated doyen of American jazz piano, Kenny Werner playing Mermaid on Sunday, 1st May. This year’s programme includes a ‘Duos Series’ of early evening recitals at the Town Hall, while a new venue is being created by the festival this year at ‘The Well’, the former St. Paul’s Church at Lower Main Street, opposite The Royal Hotel.

The Seafront will again be alive to the sounds of jazz, with music each night at The

Harbour Bar, The Martello, and at various bar and restaurant premises including The Hibernia Inn, The Porterhouse and Jim Doyles.

In particular, this year’s festival is setting out to create what organisers describe as a cool late night jazz club scene in the function room at The Martello, where anarchic young French combo Chromb! will play into the wee hours on Saturday night, and Latin jazz, courtesy of Conclave will round out this year’s festival on Sunday, 1st May.

HIT HIGH DO FOR LOW DOUGH NEW AND USED PIANOS TO SUIT ALL POCKETS. ASK ABOUT THE FLANAGAN KERINS GUARANTEE

Unit 3, Bray Retail Park, Southern Cross Route, Bray, Co. Wicklow Open: Mon-Sat 10am-6pm Tel: 01 – 281 3338. www.flanagankerins.ie

BRAY JAZZ

FRIDAY 29TH APRIL 13.00 THE WELL, FORMERLY ST. PAUL’S CHURCH, MAIN ST, BRAY (FREE)

Alex Mercado (Mexico)

performances: the cascading rhythms of McKay’s harp dovetailing perfectly with Stout’s swooping, soulful violin.

20.00 MERMAID ARTS CENTRE €25

Magnus Öström (Sweden)

SATURDAY 30TH APRIL 16.00 THE WELL, FORMERLY ST. PAUL’S CHURCH, MAIN ST €8

20.00 MERMAID ARTS CENTRE €25

Dobet Gnahoré (Ivory Coast)

Ronan Guilfoyle’s ‘A Shy Going Boy’ (Ireland)

DOBET GNAHORÉ - GRAMMY AWARD WINNING WEST AFRICAN SINGER BRINGS HER BAND MAGNUS OSTROM - SWEDISH

Free to attend lunchtime solo piano recital from Mexico’s leading jazz export opens this year’s 17th international jazz festival weekend in Bray.

18.30 BRAY TOWN HALL €12

Catriona McKay & Chris Stout (Scotland)

JAZZ STAR ON HIS WAY TO BRAY.

Maghnus Öström is one of Sweden’s top jazz stars, a band leader whose music is effortessly beautiful, drawing its influences liberally from jazz, electronica and rock.

22.00 THE HARBOUR BAR (FREE)

Retrofix

For 20 years Catriona McKay and Chris Stout have captivated audiences with their exhilarating and virtuosic live

22.00 VARIOUS VENUES

Bray Jazz Festival Fringe shows at local bars, hotels and restaurants. www. brayjazz.com for details.

Ronan Guilfoyle is a major figure in Irish jazz. Here, he presents a new work that commemorates the role his late grandfather played in the 1916 Rising and War of Independence.

18.30 BRAY TOWN HALL €12

Nigel Clark & Hugh Buckley (Scotland/ Ireland)

The two Celtic jazz guitar virtuosi, natives of Dublin and Glasgow respectively, propel the guitar duo format to new heights of musicality, technique and imagination.

TO BRAY JAZZ FESTIVAL ON SATURDAY, APRIL 30TH NEXT.

One of African music’s top stars, Dobet Gnahoré is a Grammy Award-winning singer, dancer and charismatic stage performer whose thrilling live shows have wowed audiences across the globe.

23.00 THE MARTELLO €10

Chromb! (France)

CHROMB! - ANARCHIC SOUNDS FROM THIS FUN LOVING FRENCH COMBO.

Chromb! are a thrilling young French band who combine

Station Road, Bray

01 – 276 5113 087 – 341 9602 Opening Hours

Mon – Thur, Sun: noon – 12.30am; Fri & Sat: noon – 1.00am

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BRAY JAZZ their love for catchy pop with avant garde music to create scene-stealing high energy music that they describe as a ‘fat mutant sound.’

SUNDAY 1ST MAY

KENNY WERNER - CELEBRATED

18.30 BRAY TOWN HALL €12

22.00 THE HARBOUR BAR (FREE)

Nils Økland & Sigbjørn Apeland (Norway)

Kenny Werner is a fluently inventive pianist and leader of one of the most acclaimed and influential piano-trios in contemporary American jazz.

Vernon Jane

AMERICAN PIANIST PLAYS BRAY JAZZ THIS YEAR.

21.30 THE WELL, FORMERLY ST. PAUL’S CHURCH, MAIN ST €10

Classic jazz tunes are given the Cuban treatment, and Cuban classics a twist of jazz in the able hands of Ireland’s newest exponents of irrepressible Latin groove, Conclave.

22.00 THE HARBOUR BAR (FREE)

CC Brez

Vein, featuring Greg Osby (Switzerland/ USA) Labels aren’t easy when it comes to Vernon Jane. Are they a rock band with jazz sensibilities, or a jazz combo who seriously know how to rock out?

Who cares! What’s certain is that they’ve been generating quite a buzz on the Dublin scene over the past year, and the momentum is starting to build.

Their influences are across a wide spectrum, from jazz through to psychedelic rock, with fast melodies and sharp beats overlayered by singer Emily Jane’s sometimes dreamy, trance like singing exploring the darkness, the light and every shade of grey.

Økland and Apeland’s are master musicians who create a soft and haunting atmosphere with their music.

ECM recording artists, their presentation on hardanger fiddle and harmonium explores folk, jazz and the traditional music of Europe’s far north.

20.00 MERMAID ARTS CENTRE €25

Kenny Werner Trio (USA)

A piano trio with a difference, Swiss trio Vein create exciting, dynamic and innovative music with a nod to deeply held traditional values. They are joined by Osby, one of the most influential players in contemporary American jazz.

23.00 THE MARTELLO HOTEL €10

Conclave

CC Brez is an Irish singer and guitarist, familiar to most as the guitarist and a founding members of Irish funk rock band Republic of Loose.

Relaunching last year as CC Brez, he delivers finely crafted grooves and slick, soul infused pop.

His debut album ‘Nightfall’ was released in February at a sold out Whelan’s venue.

Much is expected of CC Brez, AKA Cormac Breslin in the coming year.

22.00 VARIOUS VENUES

Bray Jazz Festival Fringe shows at local bars, hotels and restaurants. www.brayjazz. com for details.

22.00 VARIOUS VENUES

Bray Jazz Festival Fringe shows at local bars, hotels and restaurants. www.brayjazz. com for details.

CASSONI’S

R E ST A U R A N T & T A K E AWAY Strand Road, Seafront, Bray, Co.Wicklow Email: wananwan@hotmail.co.uk www.cassonis.com

For reservations call: 01 – 286 3270 Restaurant: 12noon – late Takeaway: 12noon - 10pm

The Coach Inn Dublin Road, Bray. Tel: 01-2864674 Food served Sun to Thurs 9:30am – 8pm Fri – Sat 9:30am – 9:30pm)

Great family run pub on the old Dublin Road, Bray. Full menu available 7 days. Live Music & Entertainment each weekend. Parking available.

ALL DAY €10 STEAK

Succulent 6oz Steak Cooked to your liking. Served with Onions, Mushrooms, Chips & Pepper Sauce

Full Breakfast Menu / Carvery A La Carte Available

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Health & Beauty

Self Tanning Tantastic Range

IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN LADIES WHERE THE CLOTHES GET LIGHTER, THE LAYERS GET LESS AND DARE I SAY IT – WE BARE A LITTLE FLESH. GONE ARE THE THICK, HEAVY JACKETS, HATS AND SCARF’S AND WE SAY HELLO TO ANKLE LENGTHS, THREE QUARTER LENGTHS AND MAYBE EVEN A SKIRT.

Cocoa Brown Tan Set

With the change of season finally here and hopefully the change of weather (please Ms. Mother Nature make it warmer) some of us ladies are looking forward to saying goodbye to our pasty white, dull looking Irish skin and reaching for a bottle of our favorite fake tan and spotlessly clean mitt and giving our Irish skin that beautiful, healthy golden glow from head to toe that we’ve been longing for all winter.

Whether you’re a natural at applying your tan or you’re a newbie to the world of fake tanning, the rules required to achieving that prefect golden glow are the same for all of us. Just a few simple steps to start with before you apply any tan and you’re on your way… Here we go …

exfoliator from the same brand tan I am using as they tend to work hand in hand with one another just as their designed to do. The importance in exfoliating before application is to be sure you have removed any dead skin on your body for that natural looking finish.

Make sure to pay close attention to your elbows, knees and heels as these areas are where we are most likely to have the driest skin.

STEP TWO: Do any shaving or hair removal now before you apply your tan as shaving afterwards will only result in removing your newly applied tan and will leave streaks or patches.

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STEP ONE: Exfoliating is key to a good fake tan. It will make your tan look natural, smooth and will prevent those unwanted patchy areas we all dread and hate. There are great exfoliators out there today. I personally prefer to use the 34

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Always use a tanning mitt when applying your tan, never apply with your bare hands as you will undoubtedly be left with an uneven all over tan and not forgetting perfectly orange palms and fingers … Trust me, You have been warned!

STEP FIVE: If applying tan to your face go very lightly or even better use a facial fake tan which are a little lighter than your all over body tan. You could always just apply your make-up and add a dusting Loreal Sublime of bronzer to match your tan Bronze colour.

Before applying your tan it is a very important step to use an oil-free moisturizer on those stubborn areas like your elbows, knees and heels and or on any dry skin you have so you do not end up with dark tell-tale tanned patches.

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relax while applying. Do not rush your tan because this will only result in a bad looking, streaky tan and nobody wants that.

In circular motions apply to your legs, stomach, back and arms first making sure you have covered each and every part of your skin. Then with what is left on the mitt rub over your feet and hands and up your neck for an all over even finish. Go lightly when blending your wrists and back of hands you do not want to end up with tan lines or orange tangoed hands!

Applying your tan is simple really if you take your time and

Added Note: If going all in on applying fake tan is not for you but you would love that all over glow, you could simply opt for a gradual tanner and daily build your tan up to where you want it to be. A gradual tanner is just a moisturizer that nourishes your skin whilst gradually enhancing your natural skin colour.

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SPORT FOCUS CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

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Defending champions Barcelona were knocked out after Atletico Madrid downed them in the last eight, and Diego Simone’s side were joined in the semi-final by local rivals Real Madrid, Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich and first-timers Manchester City.

Atletico Madrid and Manchester City are arguably the surprise entries after they knocked out Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain respectively, but the quality on show is suitably high for the semifinal stage of Europe’s biggest club competition.

Semi Final 2nd Leg / Tue May 3rd • Real Madrid v Manchester City

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IRELAND INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLIES

Rep of Ireland v Netherlands Friday 27th May / KO 7:45pm / Aviva Stadium

Manager O’Neill said that with only one more friendly to play in Dublin against Holland in May, time is running out for some of the fringe players to impress. “I want to see a couple of the lads, the Euros are just around the corner.”

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The Holland friendly could be the last opportunity for latecomers to make a late charge into the squad, as winger James McClean did four years ago.

Wolves defender Matt Doherty, Bournemouth and former Coleraine midfielder Eunan O’Kane, Birmingham’s Stephen Gleeson, Brentford midfielder Alan Judge and Aberdeen’s Jonathan Hayes are among those hoping for a taste of the action.

FORMULA 1 only have they raced there every year since 1991, they also conduct extensive testing at the venue.

FORMULA 1 - SPANISH GRAND PRIX Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya Fri 13th – Sun 15th May 2016 • Practice 1, Friday: 10:00 – 11:30 • Practice 2, Friday: 14:00 – 15:30 • Practice 3, Saturday: 11:00 – 12:00 • Qualifying, Sat: 14:00 – 15:00 • Race, Sunday: 14:00 – 16:00 The Formula One teams are no strangers to the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya not

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Familiarity does not, however, lessen the challenge for car or driver. Barcelona’s mix of high- and low-speed corners, plus its abrasive and rather bumpy track surface, makes for a physically and mechanically taxing race.

For spectators Elf corner is among the best places to watch, as it is one of the track’s few overtaking opportunities. For the drivers it is the final two turns, known collectively as New Holland, which provide one of the biggest challenges of the season. A fast exit is essential in order to maximise speed down the start-finish straight into Elf. Michael Schumacher has been the most successful driver at the circuit, with a total

of six victories. Among the current drivers, Kimi Raikkonen, Fernando Alonso, Sebastian Vettel, Lewis Hamilton and Felipe Massa have all won there.

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BOXING Saturday May 7th

CANELO ALVAREZ Vs AMIR KHAN WBC, Ring Magazine and Lineal Middleweight World Champion Canelo Alvarez (46-1-1, 32 KOs) will make his first title resistance of 2016 against previous twotime best on the planet and resurgent contender Amir Khan (31-3, 19 KOs) on Saturday, May 7, Cinco De Mayo weekend, in a match-up of two of the greatest stars in boxing.

Khan is moving up from welterweight (147lbs) to a catchweight of 155lbs to challenge Alvarez for the iconic world middleweight title. This will be the first boxing event in the new, state-of-the-art T-Mobile Arena on the Las Vegas Strip.

At the age of 25, Mexico’s Canelo Alvarez has conquered the boxing world, captivating fans both at home and around the globe with his action-packed fighting style, charisma and willingness to take on the toughest challenges. The 2015 Fighter of the Year candidate’s road to stardom began in 2011 with a win over Matthew “Magic” Hatton for the vacant WBC Super Welterweight World title. On November 21, 2015, Canelo defeated future Hall-of-Famer Miguel Cotto for the WBC Middleweight Championship. The unanimous decision victory cemented Canelo’s status as boxing’s biggest draw and among the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world.

England native, Amir “King” Khan catapulted into the media spotlight after winning the silver medal at the 2004 Olympics in Athens. In May 2014 Khan secured the WBA International Welterweight title against Luis Collazo, and went on to defend his titles in spectacular fashion against former three-time world champion Devon “The Great” Alexander in December 2014 and former WBO Super Lightweight World Champion Chris Algieri in May 2015. Now, “King” Khan will be looking to become a world champion again when he faces Canelo.

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Political pressure mounts to install a system of accountability when the actions of the Avengers lead to collateral damage. The new status quo deeply divides members of the team. Captain America (Chris Evans) believes superheroes should SUPERHERO remain free to defend humanity without government interference. Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.) sharply disagrees and supports oversight. As the debate escalates into an all-out feud, Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) and Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner) must pick a side.

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Worshiped as a god since the dawn of civilization, the immortal Apocalypse (Oscar Isaac) becomes the first and most powerful mutant. Awakening after thousands of years, he recruits the disheartened Magneto (Michael SUPERHERO Fassbender) and other mutants to create a new world order. As the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance, Professor X (James McAvoy) and Raven (Jennifer Lawrence) lead a team of young X-Men to stop their seemingly invincible nemesis from destroying mankind

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Pregnant teen Sage (Julia Garner) seeks help - and $600 - from her acerbic lesbian grandmother (Lily Tomlin) to pay for an abortion scheduled for that afternoon.

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YOUR GUIDE TO THE BIGGEST

MUSIC EVENTS & GIGS

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BAMMA is set to return to Dublin for BAMMA 26: Craig Vs. Fields at the 3Arena on Saturday 4th June 2016. The event is headlined by the Light Heavyweight Title Fight between Scottish Champion Paul ‘Bearjew’ Craig and challenger Dublin’s own ‘The Housewives Choice’ Chris Fields. In what will be another top night of European MMA action and entertainment.

Scottish Light Heavyweight superstar Paul ‘Bearjew’ Craig (8-0) has seen his star rise since signing on the dotted line with BAMMA. Causing huge waves in the division with his victory over the previously undefeated Karl Moore, he then swiftly dethroned the previous champion Marcin ‘Bane’ Lazarz to become the new king of the Light Heavyweights. The Scottish Hit Squad standout is now looking to dominate the division and has his sights set on a win in enemy territory over the hometown hero Chris Fields. After a minor altercation behind the scenes at BAMMA 24 and numerous clashes via Social Media, Craig is determined to not only win in style but to solidify his position as champion with a dominating performance over Fields on June 4th.

Multi-platinum selling rock band NICKELBACK are set to embark on a massive headline tour in 2016 with support coming from fellow Canadian rockers MONSTER TRUCK. The tour marks NICKELBACK’s tenth world tour and will see the band performing in 32 cities across Europe this Autumn.

NICKELBACK have cemented themselves as one of the most commercially viable and important acts of the past two decades. The group’s worldwide sales exceed 50 million units and their irresistible smash “How You Remind Me” remains Billboard’s “Top Rock Song of the Decade”. Amongst all of these accolades, they’ve been crowned Billboard’s “Top Rock Group of the Decade” as well. Along the way, they’ve received a staggering nine Grammy Award nominations, three American Music Awards, a World Music Award, and a People’s Choice Award. In their native Canada, the band have garnered 36 JUNO Award nominations of which 12 won in a variety of categories and have been inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame.

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Multi-platinum selling artist Chris Brown has announced a headlining European tour, which will conclude at 3Arena on 15 June.

Chris Brown recently made his sixth #1 album entry on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop chart with his latest release ROYALTY (RCA Records), according to Nielsen SoundScan. Not only did ROYALTY hit #1 on the R&B charts, but #2 on both the Top Album Sales and Digital Albums charts, and #3 on the Billboard 200 chart. This album is Chris’ biggest first week sales debut since F.A.M.E which released in 2011. This also marks the seventh time Chris has debuted in the Top Ten of the Billboard 200 Charts.

Chris Brown has racked up 10 million album sales worldwide, six No. 1 singles (two on the Hot 100; four on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs), 11 top 10 Hot 100 singles and 22 top 10 singles on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. Meanwhile, his total song sales stand at 69 million and he has over one billion views on VEVO.

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Don Henley’s European and North American summer tour will launch 20 June in Stockholm, Sweden and includes concerts at Cork’s Live At The Marquee on 29 June and Dublin’s 3Arena on 1 July, marking his first solo appearances in Ireland in more than 16 years. The artist will perform songs spanning his entire career from the Eagles to his vast solo catalogue, including songs from his latest release, Cass County. A full list of scheduled concerts can be found below.

Don Henley, both as solo artist and as a member of the Eagles, has received many accolades, including eight GRAMMY Awards, numerous gold and platinum records and performed sold-out concert tours worldwide. A respected, popular and critically celebrated musical artist, Henley is a founding member, vocalist and songwriter of the Eagles that has become one of the most influential bands in America. Henley’s solo career is acclaimed with such hits as Dirty Laundry, Heart Of The Matter, Boys Of Summer, The End Of The Innocence, and All She Wants To Do Is Dance. He was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1998.

Andrea Bocelli has invited Celine Byrne to join him as special guest at his Dublin concert at 3Arena on 28 September.

Byrne’s compelling and thrilling performances have won her the universal acclaim of audiences and critics across the opera world. As was the case with all of his previous sold out Dublin concerts, Maestro Bocelli will be accompanied by an orchestra and choir.

Andrea Bocelli returned with his new eagerly awaited album Cinema last October, which charted at Number 3 in the Irish Album charts. This made him the first ever classical artist to have 10 Top 10 Albums in the pop charts, cementing his position as the biggest selling solo classical artist of all time.

With over 80 million albums sold worldwide, Andrea Bocelli has been honoured with star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, his Central Park concert in 2011 entered the history of music as one of the greatest live performances of all time, and he has had the honour of performing live in front of three Presidents of the United States, three popes, and royal families all over the world.

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The hottest brand in sports-entertainment will join up with one of the biggest music festivals in the world to kick off NXT’s tour of Ireland and the UK this June.

From Friday, June 10 through Sunday, June 12, WWE NXT takes over the Download Festival at Derby’s Donington Park. Alongside some of the biggest names in rock, including Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Rammstein and Korn, superstars like Finn Bálor, Bayley, Baron Corbin and Shinsuke Nakamura will take to the ring to showcase their high-octane brand of competition.

Don’t miss your chance to see NXT live and in-person this June!

LIVE MUSIC The Coach Inn

Dublin Road, Bray. Tel: 01-2864674 Food served Sun to Thurs 9:30am – 8pm Fri – Sat 9:30am – 9:30pm)

Sunday May 1st

Whole Hog

Saturday May 7th

Sound Cheque

LIVE MUSIC IN MAY

Platinum Featuring Jean

SAT UR DAY 7 TH M AY

Saturday May 14th

George Michael Tribute

Saturday May 21st

Proper Order

S AT U R DAY 14T H M AY

Saturday May 28th

Arthur’s Band

The Lefties

SAT UR DAY 21ST M AY

The Mutts

Holland’s

SAT UR DAY 28TH M AY

Main Street, Bray | Tel. 01 286 2448 www.hollandsofbray.com

The Fine Bunch of Lads

THE HARBOUR BAR, BRAY music is an integral part of the harbour bar. With live music on 5 nights a week and multiple performance spaces, we really love music. from rock, blues, funk and more in the live lounge, acoustic jams in the conservatory and traditional irish music in the bar: we have it all.

The H ard cha r g e r s 8pm, saturday may 7th the lounge / blues rock “dirty blues from belfast” taking blues/roots/rock into exciting mercenary territory from aggressive washboard/ resonator driven roots music, to provocative raunchy roadhouse style blues rock.

Penrose

Doctor Millar

Paddy Casey

8pm, friday may 13th / the lounge / indie / rock / pop

12pm, thursday may 19th the lounge / indie

8pm, thursday may 26th / the lounge

penrose are a solid indie rock/ pop band with catchy uplifting songs that have “attitude” and that stick in your head. mixing the pop sensibilities& harmonies of the beatles / Elo, the snarling vocals of marc bolan and the rhythmic acoustic guitars of the verve, penrose are a truly powerful force… live and on record.

hot press namend him ‘ireland’s best singer/song-writer’ and an irish times journalist described sean’s lyrical works “the best collection of short stories i have never read”.

We’re very excited to be welcoming one of ireland’s finest singer-songwriters, paddy casey, to the live lounge stage this may!

theharbourbar.ie Wicklow Brewery Sessions: Saturday 30th April: Hooley in the Brewery with The Navies Sunday 1st May: B and the Honey Boy B & The Honeyboy, a deliciously rootsy duo comprised of ‘’B’’ (aka Aileen Mythen from Wexford) ‘a

Beach House Greystones

LIVE MUSIC Dann’s Bar

Every Thursday Gerry Doyle & Friends Friday 6th May Steve Belton & Mojo Sessions Friday 13th May

Bree Harris Friday 20th May The Big Muddy Friday 27th May Rory Quinn

LIVE MUSIC The Lounge

Saturday 1st May Take it Easy

Saturday 7th May The Groove Saturday 14th May Big Digger Saturday 21st May Something Else Saturday 28th May Night Shift

Live Music – Starts Between 9:30pm / 10pm The Beach House,The Harbour, Greystones Co Wicklow Tel: 01-2874623 / Email: info@beachhousepub.ie

real discovery, her voice filling your head with pure soul as she gets under the skin of the songs and sings them from the inside out’ (HOTPRESS) and Kieran (Kj) McEvoy from Dublin who ‘has a kick-ass full on guitar style for which the word gritty may have been specially coined’ (HOTPRESS). They originally formed in 2007 and immediately set about recording their first eponymously titled album of original material. On the back of this well received album they toured Ireland, France, Scotland and the U.K.

HAVANA CLUB TRIO Instruments: Double bass (white), Lead Spanish guitar and Tres Guitar. Also, light percussion. We all three sing. Outfit: 1. White suits, white tie, black trousers and shirt and black & white Panama hats. Repertoire: Mostly Latin American and Caribbean. Also, some charts and blues/ jazz/ pop classics.

Saturday 14th May: Havana Night with Food & Music

Redcross, Co Wicklow. www.wicklowbrewery.ie. Tel: 0404 41661 / 087 668 3216

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• Teriyaki Salmon Served with Wok-fried vegetables & egg noodles

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