In Wicklow Magazine - August 2019

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Your guide to great events in Wicklow

August 2019

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

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Located on the Quinsborough Road, Bray. Bray Bowl has “All the entertainment you could need under just one roof” With a wide selection of activities to choose from Bray Bowl is the perfect venue to suit all ages. From bowling to bumper cars, laser tag to arcades and not forgetting pool or snooker what more could you ask for?

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With the school holidays in full swing, now is the perfect time to get your little ones ready for going back to school! From Uniforms to Books, Shoes to Stationary we have everything you need to get checking that list off.

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It’s that time of year again. Summer will be leaving us soon and Autumn is coming so it’s the perfect time to get started on maintaining or making some new improvements to your home. In this issue we bring you a some of Wicklow’s key service providerswho can offer professional, reliable and stylish improvements to your home.

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Looking for the perfect venue to have the perfect night out? All across Wicklow we have ideal venues for you and your party to paint the town red! Each venue just waiting to be explored.

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Childcare in Wicklow

Choosing the right childcare for your family is one of the most important decision’s you will make as a parent. The worries the stress, so many questions you need answered. We have 4 of the top childcare facilities in Wicklow to help get you started in the right direction.

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Sport Focus

Reviews on the biggest Cinema, Sky Store, Netflix and Book releases

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We preview some of the latest blockbuster movies that will be hitting the big screen over the coming weeks. Must see movies & drama’s trending on Netflix and Sky Store right now and a glimpse of newly published bestselling books.

Sports Focus

We look at some of the major up-coming sporting events, we cover the highly anticipated opening weeks to the New Premier League season.The crunch Euro 2020 Qualifier for Ireland, along with hard hitting UFC 241, The F1 Belgian Grand Prix and the Grand Slam of the Tennis – The US Open.

Fashion Focus

We continue to bring you samples of the season’s styles and colours that will see you looking fabulous whether you are home or away this summer.

Childcare in Wicklow

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Bray Bowl

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The Enniskerry Festival held annually in the beautiful setting at Monastery House attracts thousands of visitors each year. This year will be no different with Friday 6th Sept seeing Abba-Esque performing from 8pm – late live from the Maplewood Marquee followed by a whole day of fun on Sunday 8th with the Enniskerry Victorian Field Day from 11am – 5pm. A weekend perfect for the whole family.

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News & Events Sea Life Bray – swashbuckling quest to find missing treasure

Off the Ground Theatre A Midsummer Nights Dream

Date: August 1st – 8th September | Time: 10am – 4pm

Date: Thursday 15th August 2019

The Jolly Roger has docked at SEA LIFE BRAY this summer and the crew are on a mission to find the 6 Pieces of Hidden treasure. But wait – an enchanting cohort of mysterious mermaids have also appeared and are on the hunt for the lost bounty too. All guests need to do is decide if they want to follow the Pirate or the Mermaid trail.

Sit on tiered grass seats in our outdoor Sylvan Theatre for a captivating evening of live performance.

Along the way, guests will have the chance to learn more about SEA LIFE BRAY’s amazing aquatic creatures.

Once the treasure has been found and the quest is complete, guests will get to meet the legendary pirates and mermaids themselves. At the end of the trail it’s all hands-on deck as guests will get a chance to complete some swashbuckling activities and receive a gift to take away.

National SEA LIFE Centre, Strand Road, Bray, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01 286 6939 | visitsealife.com/bray

Heritage Talk ‘The Earl of Meath Liberty’ date: Saturday, 24th August | Time: 12.00pm – 13.00pm | Tickets: €8.50

Join genealogist and lecturer, Sean J Murphy, to delve into the past of the Brabazon family who have lived at Killruddery since the 17th century. The liberty of Thomas Court and Donore (also known as the Earl of Meath’s Liberty) was one of the several manors, or liberties, that existed in County Dublin since the arrival of the Anglo-Normans in the 12th century.

Georgian House & Walled Location: Luisne, Darraghville Convent, Kilcoole.

Co. Wicklow | Date: Sunday 25th August 2019 | Cost: Adult €5, Family €10

We will offer guided tours of the House and Gardens and will be running a pop up cafe on the day. Our Family friendly event welcomes all to experience old world splendor and charm.

Darraghville has long been a landmark in the area of Kilcoole. Its construction was completed in 1782 by then owner, John Darragh, Lord Mayor of Dublin 1781/82. The House was the presided over by a Walter Crofton Newton until 1899 when the house and lands were sold to the Holy Faith Sisters. The property was used as a boarding school for ten boys, boarded in a large room in the house. The Holy Faith Sisters sold the property in 2017 and Luisne continues to run courses and events here.

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Killruddery’s magical outdoor amphitheatre, walled with beech hedges, is a wonderful way to watch theatre.

This year Off the Ground Theatre returns with a touring production of a Midsummer Nights Dream - come join the King & Queen of fairies for one of Shakespeare’s best loved comedies. Killruddery’s BBQ will be burning bright with our own farm-reared beef, pork and lamb.

Time: 19.00pm – 22.00 | Tickets: €7, €14, €17 Please do bring blankets, cushions and appropriate dress for Irish summer evenings!

Southern Cross, Bray, Co. Wicklow | Tel: 01 286 3405 | Email: info@killruddery.com They were adjacent to Dublin city, and later entirely surrounded by it, but still preserving their own separate jurisdiction. This illuminating talk will take place in Killruddery’s historic Library. Guests are invited to a complimentary tour of Killruddery House after the lecture.

Southern Cross, Bray, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01 286 3405 Email: info@killruddery.com

Camino Training Walk – Glendalough Date: Saturday 24th August / Time: 10am – 2pm.

Join us once again for a Camino Training morning, this month walking our way to The Scalp in Glendalough. All are welcome!

At 10AM, we’ll meet at Glendalough Upper Lake Car Park . We will start with a 15-minutes introduction and gentle stretch, providing advice on what to bring with you on the Camino. We will then set off at 10.15am sharp.

We’ll take a delightful walk through the forest before a short but steep climb to The Scalp itself. From here, we’ll enjoy the view!

Book your place today for €10 which goes entirely to our partner charities.

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Bray Seafront Art & Photography Exhibition 2019 Date: Sunday 25th August| Time: 12-3pm | Entrance: Free

After last year’s success, Bray Tourism, in association with The Martello, are delighted to announce that the Bray Seafront Art & Photography Exhibition will take place at the Bandstand on Sunday 25th August from 12pm – 3pm.

This is a FREE event for all the family. Browse through the seafront exhibition and chat with the local artist and photographers.

More info at: https://www.bray.ie/ bray-seafront-art-photography-exhibition-2019

Pavarotti Date: Sunday 15th September | Time: 8pm | Tickets: €9

Created from a combination of Luciano Pavarotti’s genreredefining performances and granted access to never-before-seen footage, the film gives audiences a stunningly intimate portrait of the most beloved opera singer of all time.

From the team behind the worldwide success The Beatles: Eight Days a Week comes two-time Oscar-winning director Ron Howard’s documentary celebrating the life of the beloved opera star Luciano Pavarotti, who sold over 100 million records in his lifetime.

Thanks to a partnership with Decca Records and unique access to the Pavarotti family archives, home videos, behind the scenes and extensive live music footage, we see Pavarotti’s personal story emerge: from his humble beginnings in Northern Italy through to global superstardom.

Pavilion Theatre, Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire. T: 01 231 2929 | E: boxoffice@paviliontheatre.ie

The Big Dig Date: Saturday 17th

August

Join the Big Dig for Heritage Week 2019 in Glendalough, Co. Wicklow We will be carrying out our Big Dig Event beside the roundtower from 11pm 5pm (Last workshop 4pm).

Hourly sessions are available, online places are limited! However, there is also an option to book with us on the day of the event.

The School of Irish Archaeology is proud to introduce their finest product the Big Dig! The replica ‘Viking House’ workshop and excavation is designed around children from 5 – 12 years of age.

This innovative product allows children to explore the Viking world through a simulated and controlled archaeology dig. Children have an opportunity to experience what it is like to be an archaeologist by learning how to excavate the remains of a Viking house. They will have an opportunity to dig for Viking treasures and artefacts dating back over 1000 years and learn about our Viking ancestors through the eyes of real archaeologists!

We ensure this educational and one of a kind experience won’t leave your children disappointed.

Glendalough National Park Swim Date: 7th & 8th September 2019 | Venue:

Glendalough Upper Lake, Wicklow.

Join the Brave and Intrepid Swimmers in this Iron Challenge of Stamina and Endurance.

Over Five hundred Swimmers take part in this now historic event.

Spring fed waters and oak lined banks make this one of the most spectacular swims in the world. Myth and magic combine in the background to

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conjure spirits and creatures from the deep.

Saturday: 750 Metre Open Water Swim 10am Start 1500 Metre Open Water Swim 11am Start

Sunday: 3900 Metre Open Water Swim 10am Start For further Details go to: http://www.openwaterswimmer.ie/ index.php/events/glendalough

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News & Events Greystones Film Club: Pixar’s “UP” Date: Friday 30th August / Tickets: €10 / Time: 3pm

The first is a love story that will break your heart, a cradle-to-the-grave dance of love that sets you up for an emotional fall within the first 15 minutes. And so, when lonely, grumpy and sweetly stubborn Carl Fredricksen refuses to move out of the house that love built, we understand. And when he refuses to engage with the outside world - even in the form of a chubby little boy scout.

It’s that second half, when Carl and his nervous young companion, Russell, head off on a balloon ride to Paradise Falls, to fulfill a life-long happy couple dream trip - well, that’s when things get a little weird and wonderful. With talking dogs, oversized emus and an old adventurer who’s far more Colonel Kurtz than Indiana Jones.

Theatre Lane, Meridian Point, Greystones, Co Wicklow. T: 01 201 0550, E: ask@whaletheatre.ie

St. Kevin’s Way 25km Challenge Date: 6th October Register today and secure your place on this beautiful, scenic new fundraising walk for Barretstown.

The St. Kevin’s Way 25km Challenge is a fundraising walk to help celebrate Barretstown’s 25th Anniversary and to raise €50,000 to help bring more children to experience our Therapeutic Recreation programmes. The route follows in the footsteps of St. Kevin through the beautiful hills and varied landscapes of Wicklow.

Registration for the event takes place in The Brockagh Centre, Laragh, where you will then be bused to the starting line in Valleymount and finishing back at The Brockagh Centre. You can enter individually or as part of a team.

Childhood stops for seriously ill children. By taking part in the St. Kevin’s Way 25km Challenge you will be helping to Press Play on childhood.

For more information visit: www.barretstown.org/events/st-kevins-waychallenge

Pure Results Bootcamp @ The Avon, Blessington Date: 7th – 8th September, Venue: The Avon, Blessington, Cost: from €359 (2 Full days / 1 Night)

Weekend retreats are ideal for those looking to kick start their healthy lifestyle and for those fitness fanatics looking for a different type of getaway!

Weekends include all activities as well as all of the nutritious meals you’ll enjoy while at camp. The exercise classes include a range of high intensity and low interval training such as boxercise, metafit, miso, assault course and yoga. With our core focus being fitness, nutrition and well-being, clients experience the all sides of health and wellness.

Pure Results bootcamp caters for all levels of fitness for both men and women.

The Avon, Avon Ri, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 087 441 7090

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Open Fourball Stableford Date: Saturday 22nd September 2019 / Venue: Golf Club

In Aid of BREAST CANCER RESEARCH • Entry Fee for Visitors & Members: €30 per pair. Online booking available.

• Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd and Gross for Ladies and Men’s Categories • Top 20 Winning Ladies Nett scores and 6 best Ladies Gross scores from • Participating clubs are invited to the National Final in Dromoland Castle • Nearest the Pin on the 7th and Ladies and Men’s longest drive on the 18th • Prize on the day for Best Dressed

Lugnaquilla Guided Hike Location: Glenmalure, Co. Wicklow | Date: Saturday 14th September 2019 | Time: 10am – 4.30pm| Cost: €25 per person | Grade: Hard

Guided Hike of Lugnaquilla, meeting at the Baravore Carpark Glenmalure at 10am. Lugnaquilla at 925 metres (3,035 ft), is the 11th–highest peak in Ireland on the Arderin list, and 13th–highest on the Vandeleur-Lynam list, and the highest Irish mountain outside of Kerry.

On our Ascend we will take the fraughan Rock Glen Route on our way to Lugnaquilla summit, which is at (925m) Leaving the summit we will make our way to clogernagh summit and decend to the Zigzag trail.

16km Open Mountain /Trails/Bog. This Hike needs a minimum of 5 to go ahead. To Book your place or Enquiries contact wicklowmountainsguide@mail. com Or Damien on 0860654351

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

Good hiking boots, Waterproof gear, Hiking clothing, Hat, Lunch Snacks Water1.5 liters. These items are essential. Hiking poles optional. No jeans.

Route 66 Big Band, Live in Concert, Date: Saturday 21st September | Time: 8pm | Tickets: €22

Route 66, a 16 Piece Big Band and singers, bring their fabulous ‘Live in Concert’ show back to Pavilion Theatre.

Their show, which has been a huge success with theatre audiences all over Leinster for the past three years, takes the audience on a magical musical tour from the 40s right up to date with numbers made famous by Count Basie, Frank Sinatra, Glen Miller, Tom Jones, Adele, Joe Dolan, Tina Turner, Van Morrison, Ella Fitzgerald and many more, all played with a fabulous big band sound.

This really is a Big Band with a difference and the secret to their success is the great mix of music that they play which suits every age and taste. Definitely a show not to be missed.

Pavilion Theatre, Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire. T: 01 231 2929 | E: boxoffice@paviliontheatre.ie

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Coral Leisure Wicklow – Hell & Back

Open Day at Wicklow Lighthouse Date: 25th August | Time: 10am – 4pm| Venue: Irish Landmark Trust, Wicklow Lighthouse, Dunbur Head, Co Wicklow

Have you ever wanted to do Hell and Back.

Well here’s your chance and also help raise some money for Wicklow Cancer Support Group.

Imagine life as a lighthouse keeper on a self-guided tour of this restored 18th century lighthouse. This will be an opportunity to see the conservation work of Irish Landmark Trust.

DISCOUNTED HELL & BACK REGISTRATION FEE!!!

Contact us now to receive our registration link to pay €60 to enter this years Hell & Back as part of the Coral Team and to help raise funds for local charities.

Email: gym.wicklow@coralleisure.ie or Tel: 0404 66831

The Glen Beach Cliff Walk in Wicklow officially re-opened The walk begins at the Glen Beach on the outskirts of Wicklow town and continues south to Lime-Kiln Bay and on towards the Lighthouse road before doubling back again in a loop, a total distance of four kilometres.

Due to some coastal erosion the Cliff Walk has remained officially closed since 2003. However, it has been the collaborative approach of officials of Wicklow Municipal District, Wicklow County Council, the Community “Friends of the Murrough” and Wicklow Golf Club, that has made this reopening possible.

The Walk has some climbs and runs close to exposed cliff edges where

Please park in the car park on the left before the lighthouse when approaching from Wicklow town. The private access road will be closed as it is not suitable for a high volume of traffic. Please also note that child supervision is required due to the coastal location.

Admission & Booking - Admission Free For Further Info: Tel: 01 670 4733 | Email: caroline@irishlandmark.com walking in single file is required.

The trail surface is uneven and rough underfoot with some obstacles such as protruding rocks. The route is appropriate for people with a moderate level of fitness and some walking experience. Specific outdoor walking footwear and clothing is recommended.

A wonderful variety of habitats are evident on the walk and sightings of individual Grey Seals swimming among the rocky shore are common from the trail while the very observant may be occasionally rewarded with glimpses of porpoise and dolphins further offshore.

Delgany Fairy Trail. Autism & Sensory Friendly launch Date: August 23rd & 24th | Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm | Cost: Free | Information: events@delgany.ie | Location: Priory

Date: Saturday 7th September 2019 | Time: 9am-5.00pm | Hosted By: Sporting Proud Triathlon | Location: Brittas Bay

Road, Delgany. Co. Wicklow

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Magical launch of the autism & sensory-friendly Delgany Fairy Trail. Fun and games for all those who believe in fairies and magical kingdoms.

The annual Sporting Proud Triathlon is taking place on the 7th September 2019 at the stunning Brittas Bay Beach, Co. Wicklow.

Register now to swim, cycle and run while raising vital funds for our 5 charities! https://sportingproud.org/register/ With an outstanding 1.8 million euro raised so far, we hope this year we can go above and beyond our targets for our charities. All abilities welcome from Beginner to Elite, with 2 distances available – Sprint & Olympic. Team or individual options available with everyone getting a memorable Sporting Proud T-shirt and a chance to celebrate afterwards at the sunset BBQ which participants enjoy for free. All supporters welcome to join us and give small donation to enjoy a burger and beer in the celebrations.

With fairy houses & other little gems to find, get a leaflet & solve puzzles on the trail. Get your fill of fun with facepainting, treats & activities Notes for grownups -This is an autism friendly trail -It will be open all year round -It’s 300meters long and has a gradual incline -It’s on an aggregate pathway. Stick to the path to avoid accidents/injuries -We’d like our Fairy Trail to be an experience that’s enjoyed for years to come, so kindly ask you to prevent any climbing on displays.

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s e p i c e R N I E T PRO Turkey Burger with Sweet Potato Fries (serves 2) Nutrition per serving 428 calories, 40g protein, 32g carbs (10g fiber), 13g fat

High Protein Beef Chilli Nutrition per serving: 424 calories, 30g protein, 34g carbs (9g fiber), 19g fat

• 1 Large Sweet Potato, cut into wedges • 2 x Turkey Burgers • 15g Coconut Oil • 135g Green

Vegetables, (spinach, kale, broccoli, mangetout or green beans)

Method 1. Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Zap the sweet potato wedges in the microwave for about 6 mins on full power until just turning soft. Leave to rest for 30 secs.

2. Place the two turkey burgers on a baking tray in the oven for 15-20 mins until cooked through.

3. Heat the coconut oil in a large frying pan over a high heat. Add the sweet potato wedges and shallow-fry for about 3 mins each side until they are nicely browned all over and cooked through to the centre.

(Alternatively, toss in the oil and roast in the oven for 15-20 mins.) Drain on kitchen paper, then season with a good pinch of salt.

4. Serve the burgers with the sweet potato wedges and a portion of green veg either steamed, blanched or boiled.

Veggie Breakfast Scramble (serves 1) Nutrition per serving: 207 calories, 17.9g protein, 1.3g carbs, 14.6g fat

(Nutrition per serving: 256 calories, 25g protein, 12g carbs, 12g fat)

Ingredients: Ingredients

Roasted Chicken with Zucchini Noodles & Spicy Tomato Sauce (serves 2)

• 2 Tbsp olive oil • 2 medium onions, diced • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 green pepper, seeded and diced • 1 red pepper, seeded and diced • 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced • 2 lb ground beef,

preferably grassfed • 2 Tbsp chili powder • 2 tsp cumin • 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes • 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed • 2 cans (15 oz each) pinto beans, drained and rinsed

Method: 1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil on medium.

2. Add the onions, garlic, green and red peppers, and car¬rots. Cook until softened, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes.

3. Add the beef and cook, stirring frequently, until the meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes.

4. Stir in all the remaining ingredients except the beans. Bring every¬¬thing to a boil, adjust the heat to medium low, cover, and simmer until the liquid has reduced and the flavors meld, about 45 minutes.

5. Then stir in the beans and cook, uncovered, until the chili has thickened, another 15 minutes or so.

6. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Serve or store immediately.

Ingredients: Ingredients: • 8 oz chicken thighs or 2 large chicken breasts, slice (boneless and skinless) • ¾ cup zucchini, sliced into noodles • ½ cup tomatoes,

crushed, canned • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes • 2 clove garlic, minced • 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped

Method 1. Season the chicken thighs or breast with salt and pepper, and sear in a skillet on medium-high heat.

2. Cook on each side for 5-6 minutes depending on size. Once cooked through, remove from heat and set aside to cool.

3. While chicken is cooking, heat olive oil in a saucepan on low to medium heat and add the garlic and crushed red pepper. Once the garlic begins to brown slightly, add the crushed tomatoes. Bring to a simmer, then remove from heat and add chopped basil.

4. Heat zucchini noodles in a sauté pan with just a little bit of water, cooking for 3-4 minutes until tender. Drain zucchini noodles and serve with tomato sauce and chicken.

• A drizzle of olive oil • 4-5 cherry • 80g mushrooms, tomatoes, halved sliced • 50g baby spinach, • A pinch of salt and roughly shredded freshly ground • 2 large British Lion black pepper eggs, beaten

Method 5. Heat a small non-stick frying pan, add the oil and mushrooms and season to taste. Cook over a high heat, for about two minutes, or until the mushrooms are browned and have given up their juices.

6. Add the cherry tomatoes and spinach leaves and continue to cook, stirring for a minute or until the spinach has wilted.

7. Add the eggs and cook for a further 30 seconds, stirring until the eggs have scrambled to your liking. Serve with wholemeal toast.

Des Doyle Butchers, Unit 3 Tesco Shopping Centre, Greystones, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01 – 287 2181

Gig Guide Marvel Universe Live

Tickets: €29.11-€58.27 / Date: 15th – 17th November 2019 / Dublin 3 Arena MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE ANNOUNCES A NEW SHOW FEATURING GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY AND MORE THAN 20 FAVOURITE MARVEL SUPER HEROES AND VILLAINS! Marvel fans assemble for this action packed, live arena stunt show. Following a successful first tour, Marvel Universe LIVE! is back with an all new storyline and never before seen characters in one epic battle of good versus evil.

Super hero action, thrills and drama will soar, smash and burst into arenas across the UK next autumn as Marvel Universe LIVE! returns with a brand new show. Visiting ten UK and Ireland cities in this all new production, produced by Feld Entertainment, Marvel fans will see Spider-Man, The Avengers and the Guardians of the Galaxy join forces with Doctor Strange, master of the mystic arts, in a race against time to recover the Wand of Watoomb before it falls into Loki’s hands.

Hear it. See it. Live it.

Ghost

Versatile

Tickets: €55.50 / Doors:6.30pm / Date: 20th December 2019 / Dublin 3 Arena

Tickets: €42.65 / Doors: 6.30pm / Date: 30th November 2019 / Dublin 3 Arena

After supporting Metallica in Slane Castle last May, Ghost return to Ireland and will bring “The Ultimate Tour Named Death” to 3Arena. All Them Witches and Tribulation will support on all dates.

The tour is in support of Ghost’s criticallyacclaimed album Prequelle that earned Top 10 status in 15 countries, received a Best Rock Album GRAMMY nomination in the U.S., a Swedish Grammis nomination as Best Hard Rock/Metal Record of the Year, and was named Best Album of 2018 in Kerrang!, Revolver, and Metal Hammer, with Kerrang! readers themselves echoing this sentiment, voting Prequelle winner of Best Album at the annual Kerrang! Awards ceremony held in central London just last month. Meanwhile, album track ‘Faith’ is currently A-listed at both Kerrang! and Planet Rock radio - the third single in row to make A-List across both stations.

Versatile are a rap group composed of rappers Eskimo Supreme and Casper Walsh as well as their music maker, Evan Kennedy. Versatile are Ireland’s most popular homegrown rap group in history. Fresh from their sold out show in The Marquee in Cork (which sold out in under one hour) and their wildly attended main stage play at Longitude Festival, they now announce with pride, the largest ever show of an Irish rap group to date.

Sigrid

“..What you can see, in a show like this, is that they have become much more musically sophisticated. They know how to work an audience, in a way that very few outfits do. Versatile steal the show on Friday at Longitude. It won’t be long before Casper and Eskimo are headlining the biggest festivals in Ireland – and hopefully across the world too.” - Hotpress

Dermot Kennedy

Liam Gallaher Tickets: €39.90+ / Doors: 6.30pm / Date: 22nd November 2019 / Dublin 3 Arena

Tickets: €50.50+ / Doors:6.30pm / Date: 24th November 2019 / Dublin 3 Arena Liam Gallagher’s eagerly anticipated second album ‘Why Me? Why Not.’ is shaping up to be one of the album events of the year when it’s released on September 20th on Warner Records.

Liam has also announced details of a major UK and European tour. Huge demand for tickets has been a hallmark of Liam’s solo career. His debut UK arena tour saw all 100,000 tickets sell out within a morning, while all 40,000 tickets for his Finsbury Park show were snapped up within minutes.

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The ground-breaking Norwegian pop star this month also released the highly-anticipated new single Sucker Punch, following her critically acclaimed RAW EP and incredible jam-packed festival performances at Electric Picnic and Longitude this Summer. Highlighting the breadth of Sigrid’s maturing talent and aptitude for song writing, Sucker Punch cements the 22-year-old’s rise to pop prominence. From winning the BBC Sound of 2018, to moving Helen Mirren with her performance on the Graham Norton Show and storming the stage at her Shepherds Bush Empire headline, Sigrid’s unforgettably impassioned live performances have sparked mass appreciation and defiant, rebellious pop songs.

With her Spotify following tripling since the start of the year, and streaming numbers reaching almost 400M globally, Sigrid is undoubtedly set to continue her ascent.

Tickets: €39.90+ / Doors: 6.30pm /Date: 22nd – 23rd December 2019 / Dublin 3 Arena On ‘Outnumbered’ Dermot said; “Outnumbered is an attempt to comfort anybody who is feeling overwhelmed. A reminder that beauty can be found no matter how dark the night may seem. I hope it can be a source of reassurance to anyone going through hard times. To know that things will get better and that hard times will become a thing of the past.” The single comes in the wake of a career highlight run of sold out shows around the UK and Europe, including a staggering performance at London’s Brixton Academy and four nights at Dublin’s Olympia Theatre. Last week saw an incredible performance at All Points East festival as well as a show stopping set at Coachella in April as part of a US tour which saw Dermot play to sold out shows to thousands of fans across the country.

HEATING, PLUMBING AND BATHROOM SUPPLIES

SKC Providers, operating from three branches, Rathnew in Co Wicklow, Drumshanbo in Co Leitrim and Gorey in Co Wexford. We are a one stop shop for all bathroom, heating and plumbing supplies. We sell not only to the trade professionals but also to the general public.

Each of our branches have showrooms on display where we have an extensive range of bathroom suites, baths, showers, shower enclosures, shower trays, traditional and modern heated towel rails, bathroom furniture, a large variety of taps, bathroom accessories and a comprehensive range of stoves.

Our opening hours in all branches are convenient and consumer friendly: Monday to Friday, From 7.30am – 5pm & Saturday 9am – 1pm.

Wicklow: 0404-20088 | Leitrim: 071-9640593 | Wexford: 053-9422352

www.skc.ie info@skc.ie

Enniskerry Festival 2019

Family Fun For Everyone

The Enniskerry Festival Monastery House, Enniskerry, Co Wicklow

Friday 6th & Sunday 8th September The Enniskerry Festival is held annually in Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow, in a beautiful setting at Monastery House looking up towards the Wicklow hills.

Spanning across the weekend, the Enniskerry Festival attracts thousands of visitors from all around South Dublin and North Wicklow.

Abbaesque & DJ Ger Friday 6th September - 8PM

Super Trouper, Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Chiquitita...can you hear yourself singing along already?! Join us in the expanded

Maplewood Marquee for a fantastic night of live music and dancing with Abbaesque, one of Ireland’s favourite tribute bands. DJ Ger will also be on hand to keep you on the dance floor!

Visit our extensive showrooms at Kilcroney Furniture for something a little different...

Exit 7 off N11, Bray, Co Wicklow. Tel. 01 282 9361. www.kilcroneyfurniture.ie

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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.

The Powerscourt Arms Country House, the ideal venue for all occasions From Intimate Weddings to Marquee Celebrations, we have plenty of options for your special occasion See our website for more information or email the sales team: info@powerscourtarms.com www.powerscourtarms.com Enniskerry Village, Co Wicklow. Tel: 01-2828903 Follow us on Facebook & Twitter

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Maplewood marquee, 11am - 5pm

Victorian Field Day Sunday 8th Sept – 11am to 5pm

Bar (Subject to Licence) and hot food will be available at the venue.

Doors open 7.30PM. Tickets are just €20 and are available online and from local shops in Enniskerry.

Strictly 18+.

Craft & Art Fair:

Adults €10, Kids & Parking FREE. This year’s Victorian Field Day will be the biggest yet! We have a greatly expanded kid’s area, with loads of bouncy castles, inflatable obstacle courses, bungee trampolines, fairground, pony rides, kids races, games, face painting and much, much more!

There’s plenty to keep the youngat-heart occupied too! Browse the Craft & Art Fair, watch sheepdog duck herding (yes!), admire the vintage cars, enjoy the live music and dancing, dine at the food village, or watch the Soapbox Derby, to mention just a few!

Entry to Powerscourt Gardens and Waterfall Access to Powerscourt River Walk Year-round events for all the family

€165

Located in the Maplewood Marquee, the Craft & Art Fair welcomes many new exhibitors this year. With a wide range of art & crafts ranging from trinkets to serious artworks, there should be something to appeal to all tastes and budgets.

Soapbox Derby:

Festival arena, 2pm - 4pm

After it’s phenomenal success last year, the Soap Box Derby promises to be bigger, better and even

Enniskerry Festival 2019 more competitive this year! Watch competitors steer their novelty soap boxes through the festival racecourse as they compete for the coveted Donal O’Connor Memorial Trophy.

Family Fun For Everyone

We have non-stop entertainment on the main stage.

Kids Area:

Festival arena, 11am - 5pm

Where are your Victorian outfits?

Find them, brush them down, come to the festival and WIN!

Well this is the chance to prove it!

Prizes for most authentic Family, Couple, Man, Woman, Boy & Girl.

Festival arena, 11am - 5pm

The Enniskerry Field Day will feature a marvellous display of vintage cars. Always a popular sight at the festival, this year’s display promises to be better than ever.

Entries on the day any time between 2pm and 4pm. Winners announced after 4PM.

Community games races:

Main stage, 3.00pm - 4.00pm

Arm wrestling: The “Kids Area” is the biggest ever!

Here’s some of this year’s attractions:

Time for the big guns! Are you Enniskerry’s strongest?

• Bungee trampoline • Bouncy castles & obstacle course • Fairground • Pony rides • Kids games & face-painting

Festival arena, 1.30pm onwards Fantastic fun with a competitive edge for children of all ages!

Novelty and traditional races organised by Enniskerry Community Games. To enter, simply show up!

Food village:

We are delighted to welcome some of the countries best craft food producers. Whether sweet or savoury, every possible taste is catered for in the Food Village. So no matter what else happens, you won’t go home hungry or thirsty!!

Victorian Best Dressed:

Festival arena, 2pm - 4pm

Music & Dancing: Main stage, 11am - 5pm

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A GREAT SERVICE EVERY TIME • Sales • Servicing • Tyres • Exhausts • NCT Repairs • Diagnostics • Auto Electrics • Crash Repair • DOE Repairs • Classic Cars • Trailer Repairs • 24 Hour Recovery

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Ironing Service Bag of Ironing €18 15 Items Duvet Cover €2.50 Extra Sheet €1.50 Extra Table Cloth €2.50 Extra

School Uniforms

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Enniskerry: Tel: 01 – 286 9539

Newtown: Tel: 01 – 201 5889

Greystones 01-287 4402

Blackrock: Tel: 01 – 283 2366

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.

The Kingfishers Kitchen

Fountainview, Main Street, Enniskerry Tel: 01 – 276 4859

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Back 2 School

Back to school and looking cool

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Great Back to School Offers for Kids • One pair of glasses from our €55 range free, with an under-12s’ HSE optical voucher • All customers choosing from our €55 range get a second pair from the same range for €24 • Single-vision lenses including UV filter free for under-16s as standard

Specsavers Opticians, Arklow Unit 7, Bridgewater Shopping Centre Arklow, Co Wicklow. Tel: 0402-41120

YOUR FOOTWEAR SPECIALISTS FOR BACK TO SCHOOL S T O C K I S T S O F. . .

Students - 25% Off Glasses • Students with your valid student ID and can receive 25% Off designer glasses • Pay only €111.75 for glasses from our €149 designer ranges (Puma, Karl Lagerfeld, FCUK, Osiris, Timberland, Tommy Hilfiger, Quiksilver)

• Discount can also be used with our €89 ranges and above • Includes standard single vision lenses and a scratch-resistant treatment

8 Main Street, Wicklow Town Phone: 0404-67634

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Stan & Tony’s

63 Main Street, Wicklow / Tel: 0404-61282 Open 9 – 6pm, 6 Days a week / All Cards Accepted

All School Uniforms | Jackets | Tracksuits are now in stock • Holy Rosary • St Patricks • St Coens • Ashford N.S. • Glenealy N.S. • Montessori • Colaiste Chill Mhantain

Now Stocking Dominican Convent Uniforms HUGE Range of School Bags!

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Bray, Co. Wicklow

T: 286 4455 www.braybowl.ie

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What’s Your Game?

Laser Tag, Bumpers, Bowling, Ticket Redemption Arcade, Pool, Snooker, Retro Video Arcades... we got it covered!

Bray Bowl Entertainment is located on Quinsborough Road in Bray, Co Wicklow. We are only 50 yards from Bray Dart Station and only a 4 minute walk from the National Aquarium. Free Parking underground to Patrons at Bray Bowl.

Birthday parties, corporate entertainment, school tours and summer projects are a speciality at Bray Bowl Entertainment.

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360oo 10pin Featuring 12 Bowling lanes and a state of the art Steltronic scoring system with 32” LCD monitors. Bray Bowl is the perfect place to hang out with friends or have a fun family day out!

Price per person: 1 Game: €6/pp; 2 Games €9/pp; 3 Games €12/pp Play by the Hour: 30 Mins €20/Lane; 1 Hour €33/Lane; 2 Hours €53/Lane Maximum 6 per lane.

Lanes cannot be exclusively booked during our €12 “All In” deals or BYOB nights. Discounts available for groups of 25 people or more. (5 lanes).

The Hurricane Bumpers have arrived at Bray Bowl Entertainment.

Spin yourself in to a frenzy and choose from any of our 5 Bumper cars in our brand new arena.

Price: €2.50 / Token | 1 Token / Ride. * Please Note Min height: 1.2 metres.

If pool is your game then try out our retro themed pool hall. Decorated with pictures of Pool, Bowling & Entertainment from years gone by. We have 7 Riley pool tables (8ft) and 3 American pool tables to choose from. If you don’t wish to prepay just leave a €24 deposit and play to your desired time.

Price per hour: 8ft Pool €10 / Table; American Pool €12 / Table Pool tables cannot be exclusively booked during our €12 “All In” deals or BYOB nights. Alternatively, you can play pool in our snooker club during these hours (€24 deposit required).

BYOB nights At Bray Bowl Snooker Club our tables are kept to the highest standard. We have 6 full size tables & 4 Medium size tables in the club. €24 deposit required per table.

The Snooker Club is situated on the first floor. Special Offer: Buy 3 hours for the price of 2!

Price per hour: Full Size: €12 / Table; Medium Size: €11 / Table

Our Retro Video Arcade has the all the games for that competitive streak in you. Choose from any of our drivers, gun games, old school multi games, the air hockey table or even that dance off you’ve been craving for so long! Our dance machine along with all the rest will not disappoint on your next visit.

Remember, all of the Retro Video Arcade machines are completely FREE during our weekly “All Inclusive” & “BYOB Nights”.

They are also included in our birthday party package (3060 mins).

TiCKET Bray Bowl has taken the leap into familiar ground for those that remember Bray arcades of old. Our “Tickets for Prizes” Redemption arcade has the latest games to suit all ages. Guaranteed ticket wins for every credit with jackpots up to 3,000 tickets. Collect your tickets and redeem them in our state-of-the-art Prize Centre.

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Quasar was the very first Laser Tag to hit Ireland way back when & it’s still the number 1 Laser Tag system on the market. Up to 30 players can play in the arena at one time with each game lasting 20 minutes. The game caters for ages 7 years & upwards.

Quasar Prices: 1 Game: €6; 2 Games €10; 3 Games €14 Quasar & Bowling Combo: 1 Game of Each €9; 1 Game + 2 Game Combo: €11; 2 Games of Each €14 Each Quasar Game lasts for 10 mins in Combo Deal.

Opening hours: Quasar Bray has limited opening hours. Please call us to book ahead. Min of 8 people required per booking.

Here at Bray Bowl we run two BYOB nights per week, every Friday and Saturday evening. You pay €12 admission and get FREE Tenpin Bowling, FREE Pool, FREE Table Tennis and FREE Retro Video Arcades.

Everything from the driving games, gun games, air hockey, table soccer, dance machine and all the retro multi games are FREE to play! You are welcome to bring your own booze to these events.

BYOB nights run every: Friday 9pm Midnight; Saturday 8pm – Midnight STRICTLY OVER 18’S (ID REQUIRED).

Once you pay your €12 entry there’s FREE games of Tenpin Bowling, Quasar Laser Tag and Pool. On top of that, all our Retro video games, from the driving games, gun games, air hockey, table soccer, dance machine and retro multi games are completely FREE to play too! Max stay: 3 hours €12 ‘ALL IN’ deals: Wednesday 5pm - 10pm; Friday 4pm - 10pm; Saturday 11am - 3pm; Sunday11am - 3pm Have your own €12 deal outside of the regular hours for up to 3 hours!! (subject to availability). Minimum 30 people at €12 per person.

We have the best value birthday parties for kids aged 7+ years. Our Birthday parties offer great fun and value making Bray Bowl Entertainment the perfect birthday venue.

Price: €15 / Child Activities Included: Retro Video Arcades | Quasar Laser Tag | Tenpin Bowling Available 7 days per week.

Bray Bowl, Quinsborough Rd, Bray, Co. Wicklow.

Tel: (01) 286 4455 | Email: info@braybowl.ie

Web: www.braybowl.ie

Opening Hours: Mon - Thurs 12pm to 10pm; Friday 12pm to Midnight; Saturday 11am to Midnight; Sunday 11am to 9pm; Bank Hols open from 11am For Group bookings we can open as early as 10am. Free parking for patrons of Bray Bowl Entertainment.

Home Improvements

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Maintaining & Improving

e m o H r u o y As the majority of us know by now, engaging with tradespeople can be a bit of a minefield and for some the sheer thought of looking for a reliable trades person or service can be terrifying… Who do I call?... How do I know they are the right person for the job?... What if they do a bad job, what then?

Such reservations can lead to a relative minor problem but may become a costly issue. Most people will build good relationships with their individual tradespeople over time but most probably off the back of some questionable work.

In terms of property maintenance, a little work done often is better than having to do a once off major job. Keeping your property in good condition always helps your property to maintain its value and that all important curb appeal!

This month IN Wicklow has provided you with a solid list of highly recommended professional businesses that can take care of any maintenance issues, building work or refurbishment your property may need. You can build a strong relationship with not only one individual but with a strong network of reputable and trustworthy tradespeople.

From a landlords point of view, keeping your property in good shape will provide a safe, habitable living environment – which tenants are legally entitled to. Regular maintenance checks and upkeep will also keep the costs down on tidying or fixing up the property should a lease expire and a new tenant be needed.

Highly Recommended Professionals Home Improvements

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Bathrooms

SKC Providers

Tree Services

Anto’s Tree Services

Carpet & Flooring

Floors & Carpets Direct

Heating & Plumbing

ONG Heating & Plumbing

Landscaping & Design

Dalkey Landscaping

Oil Services

Ultima Oil

Lawnmower Sales & Repair

Ritestart

Automatic Gates

Access Automation

Insulation

Eco Warmer Homes

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Ashford Contract Cleaners

Security Systems

ML Security

Home Improvement Loans

Greystones Credit Union

Paving & Patios

Millbrook Paving & Patios

Furniture

Halpin Furniture

Carpentry & Joinery

Ed Holt & Sons

Bedding & Linen

Beds of a Feather

Fireplaces & Stoves

Fenton Fires

Garden Machinery

Hanleys Ashford

Automatic Gates

Access Automation

Roofing & Construction

Joe Synnott Roofing

Stone & Sand

Ballylusk Quarry

Disability Renovations

Mobility Bathrooms

Bricklayer & Stonemason

Fran Coffey Construction

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Home Improvements

Let us build your home

Home improvement can be a great way to feel more comfortable and happier in your home, or to be more comfortable having guests pop by. Home improvement can also help if you have been trying to sell your house, but you still haven’t been able to sell. While some home improvements require a lot of saving up (such as a complete bathroom or kitchen remodel), there are many more affordable ways to improve your home without spending a lot of money.

It’s also true that some home improvements also give homeowners a better return than others, but in the end unless you are trying to sell your home, you also need to factor in what changes will make you the happiest while you live in your house. Of course, you also need to consider the time frame that you have to make changes. Here are five cheap improvements to consider.

Update your kitchen

Landscaping Supply Store & Tool Repair

The Mill, Church Lane Greystones, Co. Wicklow Tel: 01 – 255 7532

Sales and service of Brands including: Stihl, Viking, Snapper Husqvarna, Garden Equipment Domestic & Industrial Equipment catered for / Trade ins accepted / All mowers serviced

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ASHFORD CONTRACT CLEANERS Ltd. Ashford Contract Cleaners is renowned for offering the high-quality, quick and reliable home cleaning services to our Commercial, Domestic and Industrial Carpet customers. We Cleaning

Builders Initial Cleaning • Window Cleaning • Carpet Cleaning • Office Cleaning • Power Washing (Hot & Cold) • Car Valeting • General Cleaning • Floor Cleaning

provide a range of cleaning services and solutions, we take great pride in our cleaning services, with professional and trained cleaners and above all our efficient cleaning methods and Upholstery Window practices.

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Ashford Contract Cleaners Ltd. Unit 6, Charvey Lane Ind. Estate.

Rathnew, Co Wicklow.

Tel: 086-8554862 scottquinn876@gmail.com

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.

0404 – 40380 www.hanleysashford.ie

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

Roundwood Design has been growing from strength to strength over the last number of years and in 2013 moved to our larger manufacturing facility in Kilcoole to keep up with the growing demand for our products.

High or low, night or day, rain or shine A random travelling pattern lets the Automower find every corner of your garden.

It can easily handle wet and rainy conditions, as well as difficult terrain, including slopes, holes and even temporary obstacles. The Automower is so quiet that it can work in the night without disturbing anyone. Through the mower app, you’ll have total control of its working hours, so you can have the lawn to yourself whenever you like.

New Roofs

Joe Synnott Roofing have installed thousands of new roofs. We offer a full range of new roofing options that can be altered and catered to your

K i t c h e n s • B e d r o o m s • H o m e St u dy

Unit 1A Block C, Kilcoole Industrial Est, Kilcoole, Co Wicklow.

Phone: 01-2817000 / Email: keith@roundwooddesign.ie

the importance of an Roof Restoration & Repairs affordable and Providing residential and large-scale roofing, efficient roof restoration, conservation & maintenance. installation.

individual needs and expectations.

Commercial Roofing

If your business needs a new roof or roof repairs, we are proud to be one of Wicklow’s commercial roofing leaders. We have more than three decades of experience and know

Joe Synnott Roofing & Construction

Established 1985 | Fully Insured & Registered

Construction Services

Joe Synnott Roofing & Construction is the right partner for your next Home or Commercial project.

Togher More, Roundwood, Co Wicklow. Tel: 01 281 8531 | Mob: 086 257 2673 | Email: jmsynnott@gmail.com

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Home Improvements

Let us build your home Unit 21&23 Southern Cross Business Park, Boghall Road, Bray, Co. Wicklow Tel: 01 – 286 9477 / 086 – 870 4600

External Insulation

Internal Insulation:

External Wall Insulation is suitable for all types of buildings, domestic and commercial, but is particularly suited to the retrofit of existing domestic homes. Why not take advantage of a product that can create an attractive new façade as well as decreasing your annual fuel bill by as much as 52%.

Eco Warmer Homes provides industry standard dry lining internal wall insulation for both commercial and the domestic Irish market. New apartment blocks, new houses, existing retrofits and extensions – we can work with you from planning right through to completion.

Painting or reorganizing your kitchen is a great way to update your home’s look If you can’t afford new appliances, flooring, or cabinets, there are several less expensive kitchen improvements you can complete to make your space look better. You can re-spray your kitchen presses and drawers to give them a fresh look, and you can also replace old hardware.

Improving your kitchen lighting will also make your kitchen feel and look more comfortable (and more efficient lighting will save you money). Although replacing kitchen floors can be expensive, a deep cleaning or refinishing can help tremendously and cost less if you do it yourself.

Updating Your bedroom Your bedroom should be a sanctuary: If you plan to live in your home for a while, it is imperative that your bedroom be a place that you enjoy being in. If you’re planning to sell your home, then you will want to wow potential buyers when they walk into the master bedroom. If your bedroom is small, then proper decorating is key: It’s important to consider the size

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and placement of your furniture, and to have the proper flooring (wood floors can be ideal, and radiant floor heating can be a plus); decorative mirrors can also make the room look bigger, and wall cabinets can save space.

Regardless of the size of your room, it’s important that it feels inviting. Also be sure to choose paint colours that will make you feel comfortable (or appeal to buyers), try to have a cohesive theme or colour, and be sure to keep your room clean.

Updating Your Bathroom Bathrooms need to be fresh and hygienic looking, but are also a great place to add a touch of luxury for that wow-factor.

Make sure there is adequate light and paint the walls a nice neutral light shade. If there is not enough light, replace a single light with a triple spotlight unit.

Replace existing sanitaryware if it is chipped, badly stained, or an unfashionable colour. A basic white bathroom suite, complete with taps and waste will have much broader appeal.

If you need to replace tiles, you could tile over the old ones as removing tiles can be a difficult and very time-consuming job.

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Let us build your home adding flower boxes can also help. It’s also a good idea to trim shrubs and trees and regularly cut your grass.

Quality and product detail for our clients define our brand while promoting a healthy and comfortable sleeping experience. Our natural filled beds, toppers, duvets, pillows

and... beautiful linens, are designed with the most discerning customer in mind. Beds of a Feather has dressed some of Ireland’s and Europe’s most prestigious homes and hotels.

Helping allergy & astma sufferers to sleep well & healthy BEDS OF A FEATHER @ Fishers – The Old Schoolhouse, Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow Tel: +353(0)1 2810484 / Email: info@bedsofafeather.com

Once you have your curb appeal up to par, then you can focus on your back garden. Mowing and trimming is still important, but you will need to consider the placement of flower beds and a patio area for garden furniture for a nice finish to your garden.

Consider Rewiring Updating services, such as wiring and plumbing, is a disruptive job and will involve lifting floors and chasing out plaster walls, so it’s essential to complete the work before making any cosmetic improvements.

Curb Appeal Improving your outdoor space takes time, but you can do it for very little money (or even for free) if you are willing to put the hours in. Giving your home better curb appeal will make your home look better overall and will impress potential buyers.

Painting the front door is a simple great way to up your curb appeal. Upgrading your mailbox, improving your lighting, and

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Electricity

Home Improvements

Ed Holt & Son’s Joinery was founded in 1923 and as the years have passed we have gained an enviable reputation for exceptional service and extremely high quality products.

From initial consultation through to delivery you can expect a friendly personal and professional service with true craftsmanship to ensure that your stairs, doors or windows complement your home and needs perfectly. Whether you need something to fit into a specific space or you just want something a bit special, a tailor made product from E. Holt & Sons is an investment which will last a lifetime.

40 Wexford Road, Arklow Co Wicklow Tel: 086 – 856 4262, 0402 – 32448 Email: edholt@eircom.net Do you need your Stairs, Windows, Doors, Gates, Shelves replaced or repaired?

Ed Holt & Sons - Full range of Joinery Services • Updating the electrics may be essential if the house has not been rewired for some years. You should be able to tell by looking by the meter if there is an old fuse box, you probably need to rewire the house and install a modern consumer unit.

• Adding extra sockets will also improve your home and in some cases it might be worth opting for attractive face plates for sockets and switches • If rewiring, use the opportunity to update lighting and to add extractor fans in the bathrooms.

Let us build your home

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.

• 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.

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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

Attic Conversions

An Attic Conversion is likely to be a very good investment providing it adds more accommodation than it takes away (remember you need to make room for a full staircase and this will take up existing space).

Natural light can be brought in either via dormer windows or

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Lantern Roof Light

f you are planning on building a flat roof extension this year, consider installing a Lantern Roof Light.

Millbrook Paving Centre, Farrankelly, Delgany, Co. Wicklow Tel: 01-2875016 / Mob: 087-2625428 Email: sales@millbrookpaving.ie • Sandstone • Limestone • Egyptian Limestone • Granite Paving • Granite Cobbles • Travertine • Decorative Pebble • Stone Wall Cladding • Stone Walling • Landscaping Products • Artificial Grass

Natural light will flood into your room throughout the day, transforming your home.

The thermally broken aluminium frames are made to measure in a choice of colour finishes. Fitted with energy efficient glass, they offer excellent thermal insulation performance.

Call us today to discuss your project.

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

BALLYLUSK QUARRY

Granite Cobbles Tumbled Silver

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 Sandstone and Limestone Paving Products.

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.

Railway Sleepers

Kota Yellow Limestone

Installation:

Yellow Limestone Granite Cobble

We have a list of recommended installers whom we would gladly pass their details on to you. Please ask instore for more details.

Opening: Mon - Fri: 8am – 5pm; Sat: 8am – 1pm; Closed Sun & Bank Hols.

skylights. An Attic conversion does not normally require planning consent, as it uses existing vol ume however, creating dormer windows may need planning permission, it is always worth checking with the planners.

Create More Storage Space

Wicklow Granite O'Reilly Bros. Wicklow Ltd. is an Ashford based company which has established a niche in the quarry business. The company supplies two main products: Ballylusk Quartzite and Wicklow Granite, to a wide customer base that covers the whole island of Ireland and the north of England.

Opening Hours: Mon to Fri 8.00am – 4.30pm Ballylusk Quarry, Ashford, Co Wicklow. Tel: 0404 – 40066 Mob: 086 – 026 0824. Email: info@ballyluskquarry.ie or visit Web: www.ballyluskquarry.ie

Cepes Egyptian Limestone

Storage space should be high on your priority list if you are looking to improve your home, custom built storage space will ensure every nook and cranny becomes useful.

• Under the stairs space • Space in the attic that can be upgraded

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• Space above and below sinks • Unused wallspace for floating shelves or presses

Home Improvements

Let us build your home

Respray your existing kitchen for a fraction of the replacement cost with KitchenRespray.com Kitchen Respray.com is the answer to all of your kitchen resurfacing needs. We have been in the business of respraying kitchens in Ireland for over 15 years now. By providing the highest quality finishes, wor manship, and design consultation services. Visit our full site All Surface Respray for additional services.

Our 100% Irish owned company provides a wide variety of products and custom services that are certain to create the striking kitchen that you have always dreamed about.

Access automation is a family run business in every sense of the word. Started by well known business man Barry Smith almost 25 years ago, he was then joined by his wife Bernie who looked after the office affairs along with their good friend Nuala Smyth. In recent years both son’s Kevin and Clancy have joined the team along with a couple of other new recruits including the respected local electrician Mick CrInion.

We now have a team that can tackle any size of automation contract from a simple repair of an existing system to a complete installation.

Access automation are RECI and PSA registered contractors, we have the qualifications and knowledge to be a one stop shop including power supply to the entrance, gate fabrication and automation.

Main Street, Roundwood, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01-2819888 Email: info@accessautomation.ie www.accessautomation.ie

Kitchenrespray.com Competition is good. While we welcome competition, Unfortunately, there has been a recent surge in not so good Kitchen Respray providers.

Things to look out for, Tips and tricks to getting a good contractor.

Your checklist to finding the best contractor: 1. A quality kitchen respray cannot be done in one day. (No matter how many people turn up to do the job, adequate drying times and vital preparation steps are not been taken) 2. If your doors are not been sprayed in a professional heated spray booth then you are getting an inferior job.

3. Ask to see online proof of jobs done at least 5 years old. This can be easily seen on their facebook page. (They may be 20yrs in business but not necessarily spraying kitchens) 4. Make sure your guarantee is not just talk! Every contractor should have a copy of their current insurance and a Tax clearance cert ready to show you. if they cannot provide this the odds are, they won’t be around to make good any guarantee they offer.

5. Are they Health & Safety compliant? Ask for proof. Cash jobs give you no assurance or customer protection.

While we all look for bargains its rarely the lowest price that delivers what we Respray: Kitchens • Furniture • Baths • Ceramic • Metal • uPVC need.

MOBILITY B A T H R O O M S

Bathroom Renovations ● Level Access Showers ● Extension Bedroom En Suites ● Ramps and Railings ● Stair Lifts

Units 5 & 6 Solus Tower Estate, Bray, Co. Wicklow.

Phone: 086 2456 456 Web: www.kitchenrespray.com

MOBILITY BATHROOMS

Phone us now for further information Rosanna Upper, Ashford, Co. Wicklow Tel: (0404) 40762 Mob: 086 2612063 Email: Vincent@rosannaconstruction.ie

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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Home Improvements

Let us build your home • Always make it seem as if your home is occupied. Use timer controls for lights, radio etc.

Security Tips to Secure Your Home Some Basic Tips & Advice

• When on holiday, if you have a driveway try to have a car parked in it. Ask a trusted neighbour or friend to tidy your mail regularly and if you are to have a prolonged absence try to have someone cut your lawn. Cancel any deliveries.

• Outdoor lighting is very effective but only if it is motion sensor activated.

• Secure all doors and windows. Keep the door locked at all times and if you want to leave your windows open, install secure restrictors.

• Keep shrubs in your garden well maintained.

Don’t give burglars easy cover.

The elderly community are the most vulnerable members of our community. Keep your family protected with Ring Video Doorbell.

• Install a wide angled viewer in your front door.

• Close and lock all outside garages, sheds and gates. No point in giving the burglar easy access to tools or ladders.

Halpins... the furniture people

Free Local Delivery Service

Dock Road, Arklow Co. Wicklow Tel: 0402 – 39065

Huge Range of Furniture to Choose from!

Sofas

Home Comfort Financed and Delivered Energy saving home improvements, end-to-end professional service, a 35% SEAI grant and a low rate credit union loan.

Apply in branch today!

We’ll take it from here ProEnergyHomes.ie/Greystones www.gcu.ie (01) 287 7165

» Simple Process

With expert advice

» Grant on works

Up to 35% from SEAI

» Flexible Loan Options

From your credit union for the balance

» Dedicated Project

Manager From start to finish

» Energy Efficient Home Better performing, more comfortable

Package of benefits is available for a limited time only and works must be completed by 30.09.19. Greystones & District Credit Union Limited is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

Preston – stunning Fabric collection with reclining action

Beds

Melania Bed (Available in Grey Crushed Velvet, Sizes – 4’, 4’6 & 5’)

Rochester Dining Set Choice of Colours – Oak & Cream | Oak & Grey | also in Grey (90cm x 150cm)

Dining SETS Top Quality Furniture

at lowest Prices

www.halpinfurniture.ie

ML SECURITY in Delgany has a team with over three decades of experience, comprised of professionals who think your peace of mind is vital.

The company provides a 24-7 callout and monitoring service, affordable equipment, and five members of staff who are qualified engineers proficient with CCTV, intruder alarms, intercoms and more.

Both homes and businesses can benefit from fire alarms, emergency lighting, safes and automatic gates, as well as repairs and maintenance to existing equipment. The experts at ML Security Systems will help you decide what product would suit your needs best, giving you all the information you need to make the right choice.

• Intruder Alarms • Fire Alarms • Emergency Lighting • CCTV • Service & Contracts • Automatic Gates • Home Monitoring • 24/7 Monitoring • Online Quotes ML Security Systems, Hillside Cottage, Delgany, Greystones, Co Wicklow. Tel: 01-2870043 Atlast, Oulart, Gorey, Co. Wexford. Tel: 053-9136066 24 Hour Emergency Service: Mob: 087-9912387 Email: info@mlsecuritysystems.com / Web: www.mlsecuritysystems.com 26

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Home Improvements

F

ran Coffey Builders are one of Wicklow’s & South Dublin’s top brick laying & stone masons.

Fran Coffey is a Master Builder with over 30 year’s experience in all aspects of construction, specialising in Stone work, Brick & Block work, Paving & Patio’s, Extensions and New Builds.

Let us build your home

Fran Coffey Builders are fully insured and C2 registered. All work is fully guaranteed with highly competitive rates. Any work carried out will be completed on time agreed with little disruption as possible to your house or business.

We are dedicated to making our clients dreams become reality. All work carried out is done by highly skilled and experienced tradesmen.

Tel: 087-2555114.

Email: francoffeyconstruction@gmail.com

At a competitive rate we will give quality service and a beautifully crafted product. We pride ourselves on providing a high level of customer service.

All our work is insured and guaranteed.

For over 30 years the Curtain & Blinds Centre have supplied the public with quality curtains and blinds.

As a long established company, we have a huge product catalogue and can cater to your every need

Complete Services to: Homes • Hotels • Hospitals • Lounges • Offices • Government • Schools • Health Boards • Architects • Interior Designers • Theatres / Cinema

• We provide a range of services including garden design projects, patios, paving, decking, stonework, lawns, water features, driveway layout, planting.

• We supply &fit full range of Natural stone, Indian Sandstone, Granite Slabs, Granite cobble, Granite sets (New or Old) .Variety of Colours available

• We Supply and Fit all types of Bricks and Slabs.

• We also do all types of Fencing, garden walls, Kerbing Driveways, Patio Designing.

• All types of fencing.

• Written guarantee will all works.

• We repair, clean and re-seal Patios, Driveways, Indian Sandstone, Cobblelock, Tarmacadam and concrete.

Specialists in Motorised Blinds, curtains and Home Automation. All compatible with Google Home and Amazon Alexa.

Bridge Street, Wicklow, Co. Wicklow Tel: 0404 – 67015 / 087 – 2404249 Email: info@curtainandblinds.ie Visit: www.curtainandblinds.ie

FLOORS & CARPETS

Direct

Huge selection of Carpet, Timber & Vinyl Flooring on display at our extensive showrooms at the Egan Centre, Dargle Road, Bray, Co. Wicklow The world of flooring needs from Bathrooms to Bedroom, Kitchen to Conservatory – all under one roof!

Dalkey Landscaping

17 Castle Street, Dalkey, Co. Dublin Penny: 01 – 285 7033 / Michael: 086 – 152 7020 Email: info@dalkeylandscaping.com www.dalkeylandscaping.com

Free Estimates • Free Measuring

No OBligation • Best Prices The Egan Business Centre, Dargle Road, Bray, Co Wicklow

01 – 276 558 / 086 – 809 2065

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Childcare in Wicklow Park Academy Childcare’s Nature Kindergarten is a unique outdoor preschool learning environment set in the beautiful parklands of Killruddery Estate in Bray.

Why not arrange a tour & see the huge benefits that this special natural environment offers for young children? As an added bonus, we are offering one month free on all afternoon bookings for 2019/2020, made during the month of August!

ECCE funding also applies.

Call today to find out more. Tel:

www.parkchildcare.ie

F

1890 273 243

Terms & conditions apply.

or many families today, childcare plays a vital role in helping to balance work and family life.

Childcare enables parents to return to work or education, helping to build a future for their family.

However, choosing childcare can also be a time of conflicting emotions, especially for firsttime moms and dads.

Bright from the start

Childcare in Wicklow

With this in mind, it’s important to remember that quality childcare will open up a range of exciting and positive experiences for your little one. Your child will discover new ways of having fun, make their first friends and socialise on a daily basis with other children. With the right childcare provider, your little one will engage with a world of creative, messy and musical activities and find a warm and nurturing home from home.

Don’t be afraid to ask as many questions as you need and as a rough guide, consider asking some of the following when you visit: • Could I meet the staff who will be caring for my child

on a daily basis?

• What are the daily routines and how can you incorporate my child’s and other children’s routines?

• Where will my child sleep?

Good childcare providers recognise that parents know their children best and are happy to listen and share information regularly and this will ensure that any worries you may have are put to rest.

Asking questions about staff qualifications and policies is another way to get a sense of who will be looking after your child:

Park Academy Childcare is Ireland's leading family run childcare provider, with 25 years of expert experience.

Since the beginning our ethos has been 'Every child first every day' and we continue to set the standard for high quality childcare that parents can trust.

Our beautiful purpose built creches in Bray & Delgany provide care for babies right up to ECCE preschool. Why not see for yourself why we are parent's no 1 choice?

Call today to arrange a visit.

Tel: 1890 273 243 or www.parkchildcare.ie

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Childcare in Wicklow

Bright from the start We at Little Explorers are committed to providing the highest quality childcare in a loving, stimulating, safe, purpose - built environment. We understand the difficulty of choosing a setting to place your precious bundle and are here to support the entire family throughout your time with us. ​We offer full and part time childcare options where each child is respected. These are your child’s formative years and as such should be treated with the importance they deserve. ​Little Explorers childcare promotes child-led activities, focusing on the needs and desires of each child. Our rooms have designated areas for imaginary play, construction, relaxation, arts & craft, table-top activities, family tree, push and go, Montessori.

• Do you have qualified first aiders in the crèche and

are staff qualifications available to view?

• What is your sickness policy?

• Are all staff Garda vetted?

Be assured that crèches will support your baby’s development through a range of age appropriate and exciting activities that include stretching, tummy time, music, singing, story time, water and messy play and treasure baskets. As your child develops and becomes more independent, your child’s key carer will ensure that your baby’s routine changes and adapts to meet their needs and their development will be supported through age and stage appropriate activities planned around their interests.

It’s important that you feel secure with your decision.

Above all you should be confident that you are entrusting your child to trained and experienced staff who’ll respond to your child’s needs, comfort them and keep them safe.

Ray of Sunshine.

R

Award Winning Morning & Afterschool Service

ay of Sunshine Morning and Afterschool Services is a twotime award-winning childcare service for primary school children from the age of four to twelve years.

Little Harvard Rathnew At Little Harvard, we encourage the development and social skills of each individual child.

Children learn under the Aistear method of teaching and socialise with peers of their own age.

Little Harvard Rathnew is located only a few kilometres from the N11, and consequently is suitable both for families commuting and those living in the local area.

At Little Harvard in Rathnew, we have a dedicated after schoo l service for children aged between 5 and 12 years of age with our own buses to drop children to and from schools in the local area.

Creche Facilities

• Montessori method of teaching • Healthy nutritious meals provided • Afterschool activiites provided • Health Service Executive notified • Large Outdoor Play Area (Safety Little Harvard, Rathnew Crèche & Montessori Kirvin Hill, Saunders Lane, Rathnew, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 0404 70411 | Open 7am – 7pm Little Harvard, Rathnew Crèche & After School Merrymeeting Centre, Rathnew, Co. Wicklow.

Tel: 0404 64757 | Open 7am – 7pm

For more Information visit: www.littleharvard.ie

Ray of Sunshine operates onsite child-care facilities within the school environment in Wicklow Town and the greater Wicklow area where parents and carers can book in on a weekly ad-hoc basis for as little as one hour to full time care in the school holidays.

from 7am to 7pm, except weekends and Bank Holidays.

Ray of Sunshine prides itself in making our after-school service a ‘home away from home’ environment for children.

Dominican Campus, Wicklow Town, St Patricks School, Wicklow Town, Gaelscoil Wicklow Town.

Ray of Sunshine is open all year round

We run multiple age appropriate indoor and outdoor activities. Children and their siblings who have different tastes and likes are catered for all in the same year-round location.

Locations:

Ray of Sunshine Admin, Suite 11, Wicklow Enterprise Centre, The Murrough, Co Wicklow. Tel: 087 272 4881 | Web: www.roskids.ie

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The Perfect Venue for a Night Out

Meet, Share, Enjoy

TheforPerfect VENUE a Night Out F

ew would argue that the Garden County is picturesque by day, however it also has a great variety when it comes to catering to night-time revellers. Whether it is fine dining, live music or other forms of entertainment that you are after, Wicklow has the ideal venues just waiting to be explored.

and locals alike.

Establishments such as Johnnie Fox’s

Butler & Barry in Bray & The

in Glencullen, The Bridge Tavern in

Wicklow Brewery in Redcross offer

the wonderful attractions Wicklow

Wicklow Town, The Beach House

an extensive array of traditional

in Greystones, Lynham’s of Laragh,

dishes and entertainment to tourists

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stablished in 1798, Johnnie Fox’s is one of Ireland’s oldest and most famous traditional pubs. Renowned for being the highest pub in the country, nestled in the peaceful township of Glencullen and surrounded by the beautiful scenery and serenity of the Dublin Mountains. Situated 15 minute drive from Bray and 30 minutes from Glendalough.

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For those seeking to immerse themselves in the area for an extended stay, there are also plenty of reasonably priced accommodation options – and as an added bonus, it is just a stone’s throw from some of has to offer.

Johnnie Fox’s world famous Irish Hooley show is the longest running all year round show in Ireland. Guests can avail of a special four course menu with a full evening of Irish dancing and live music.

Guests can also savour the highlights of Johnnie Fox’s culinary offerings and enjoy traditional musicians all year round, day and night, if one cannot make the show.

Royalty, presidents, prime ministers to sporting icons and movie stars are all regular customers and the pub has become famous for its guests as much as its unique Irish atmosphere.

We strongly recommend to BOOK to avoid disappointment! +353(0)12955647 | info@jfp.ie | www.johnniefoxs.com @johnniefoxspub

The Perfect Venue for a Night Out

Meet, Share, Enjoy

BAR - FO OD - LIVE MUSIC

Mickey Finns Pub

The premises has a unique rustic charm as you journey from room to room with welcoming open fires and pot bellied stoves throughout.

The pub and its friendly staff are a magnet for both the locals and tourists alike with Traditional Irish Music and Irish Dancing sessions, Acoustic evenings and story-telling nights.

The Wicklow Brewery Bistro Restaurant

Our Bistro Restaurant is adjacent to the Brewery, situated in an old bakery where we’ve strived to keep a lot of that real rustic charm alive. The Bistro is lit up by candlelight which provide a warm and relaxed atmosphere perfect for that special occasion. The wonderful aromas from the brewery drift through the Brewery Bistro Restaurant, reminiscent of bread baking in the old bakery days.

Main Street, Redcross, Co Wicklow.

0404 41661 | www.wicklowbrewery.ie

The Beach House has long been established as one of Wicklow’s finest eateries. With an extensive popular menu with dishes to suit all palates.

This menu is further complemented by a quality and but good value wine list and friendly service provided by local staff and our dedicated kitchen team.

The Lounge, complete with a large conservatory and extensive beer garden, we provide the best of food

and drink served seven days per week with live entertainment every Saturday night.

Dann’s Bar is a traditional Irish bar located on the same premises as The Beach House and is an Irish Bar as they used to be. Live Music every Friday Night.

Food Served Monday – Saturday 12noon - 9pm & Sun 12noon – 7pm.

The Beach House, The Harbour, Greystones, Co. Wicklow Tel: 01-2874623 / Email: info@beachhousepub.ie Open 7 days a week from 11am – late

Lynhams of Laragh Hotel

Live Music Every Saturday Night Traditional Music – Sit Down Session every Wednesday from 8pm

Lynham’s Hotel is situated in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains National Park in the village of Laragh, 1km from the 6th century Monastic city of Glendalough. This excellent 3-star hotel is ideally located for those looking to get away and enjoy the beautiful country scenery.

This family run hotel provides a superb service to cater for all your needs, whether you are on holiday, looking for a venue for a special occasion, need a conference room for meetings, or just want to share a drink with friends.

• Carvery served 7 Days Monday to Friday from 12:30pm – 3pm & Saturday and Sunday 12:30pm – 6pm

• Evening Meals available from 6pm, 7 Days a Week Glazed Chicken Wings

Irish Stew

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Sports Focus

Your guide to the biggest sporting events

UFC 239 Fight Night Saturday, 17th August, Honda Centre, Anaheim, US.

August 2019 Friday 9th August 20:00 Liverpool v Norwich

Saturday 10th August 12:30 West Ham v Man City 15:00 Bournemouth v Sheffield Utd 15:00 Burnley v Southampton 15:00 Crystal Palace v Everton 15:00 Watford v Brighton 17:30 Tottenham v Aston Villa

15:00 Everton v Watford 15:00 Norwich v Newcastle 15:00 Southampton v Liverpool 17:30 Man City v Tottenham

Sunday 18th August 14:00 Sheffield Utd v Crystal Palace 16:30 Chelsea v Leicester

Monday 19th August

Sunday 11th August

20:00 Wolves v Man Utd

14:00 Leicester v Wolves 14:00 Newcastle v Arsenal 16:30 Man Utd v Chelsea

Friday 23rd August 20:00 Aston Villa v Everton

Saturday 17th August

12:30 Norwich v Chelsea 15:00 Brighton v Southampton 15:00 Man Utd v Crystal Palace

12:30 Arsenal v Burnley 15:00 Aston Villa v Bournemouth 15:00 Brighton v West Ham

Saturday 24th August

15:00 Sheffield Utd v Leicester 15:00 Watford v West Ham 15:00 Wolves v Burnley 17:30 Liverpool v Arsenal

Sunday 25th August 14:00 Bournemouth v Man City 16:30 Tottenham v Newcastle

Saturday 31st August 12:30 Southampton v Man Utd 15:00 Chelsea v Sheffield Utd 15:00 Crystal Palace v Aston Villa 15:00 Leicester v Bournemouth 15:00 Man City v Brighton 15:00 Newcastle v Watford 15:00 West Ham v Norwich 17:30 Burnley v Liverpool

F1 Johnnie Walker Belgian Grand Prix 2019 of the track and the nature of Belgian weather means it can sometimes be raining on one part of the track and dry on another, meaning grip can vary from one corner to the next.

Keep an eye on the thrilling Eau Rouge, arguably the most famous sequence of corners in the world, as the drivers flick left, right and then up the hill through Raidillon.

Spa Francorchamps is among Formula 1 drivers’ most loved tracks, with its mix of long straights and challenging fast corners allowing them to push their cars to the edge of their capabilities – if it’s dry, that is. The size

Qualifying – Saturday 31st August, 14:00 – 15:00 Race Day – Sunday 1st September, 14:10 – 16:10

UEFA Euro Qualifiers

(#9) Anthony Pettis v Nate Diaz

(#2) Yoel Romero (#7) Paulo Costa (#8) Derek Brunson v (#10) Ian Heinisch Devonte Smith v John Makdessi (#3) Raphael Assuncao v (#9) Cory Sandhagen

US Open Tennis

Monday 26th August – 8th September 2019 Novak Djokovic can win both the Wimbledon and U.S. Open titles in the same season for the second year in a row.

The world No. 1 is halfway there after beating Roger Federer in London on Sunday. Djokovic survived three tiebreaks, including in the decider, to win his fifth Wimbledon crown 7-6 (5), 1-6, 7-6 (4), 4-6, 13-12 (3) after the longest singles final in the history of the tournament, clocking in at almost five hours.

Thursday 05th September, 2019 Aviva Stadium, Kick Off: 19:45

Ireland v Switzerland Ireland will next be in action in their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign in September when they play host to Switzerland. So far, so good for the Republic of Ireland as they remain unbeat-

(C) Daniel Cormier v (#11) Stipe Miocic

en after four games in Euro 2020 qualification picking up 10 points.

Visit: www.ticketmaster.ie for information.

Now the Serb looks poised to defend the U.S. Open he won 12 months ago at Flushing Meadows. Djokovic will still be the man to beat on hard courts.

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New Movie Releases

MOVIES NEWS

Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (12a) Release Date: August 2nd Ever since hulking lawman Hobbs (Johnson), a loyal agent of America’s Diplomatic Security Service, and lawless outcast Shaw (Statham), a former British military elite operative, first faced off in 2015’s Furious 7, the duo have swapped smack talk and body blows as they’ve tried to take each other down. But when cybergenetically enhanced anarchist Brixton (Idris Elba) gains control of an insidious bio-threat that could alter humanity forever — and bests a brilliant and fearless rogue MI6 agent (The Crown’s Vanessa Kirby), who just happens to be Shaw’s sister — these two sworn enemies will have to partner up to bring down the only guy who might be badder than themselves.

Angry Birds 2 (G) Release Date: August 2nd Red, Chuck, Bomb and the rest of their feathered friends are surprised when a green pig suggests that they put aside their differences and unite to fight a common threat.

Aggressive birds from an island covered in ice are planning to use an elaborate weapon to

destroy the fowl and swine way of life. After picking their best and brightest, the birds and pigs come up with a scheme to infiltrate the island, deactivate the device and return to their respective paradises intact.

Playmobil: The Movie (G) Release Date: August 9th A young woman travels to the animated world of Playmobil to find her missing younger brother, Charlie. In order to bring him back home, she must embark on a thrilling adventure. havoc across the continent!

Once Upon A Time In Hollywood (TBC)

Release Date: August 16th Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time In Hollywood visits 1969 Los Angeles, where everything is changing, as TV star Rick Dalton (Leonardo DiCaprio) and his longtime stunt double Cliff Booth (Brad Pitt) make their way around an industry they hardly recognize anymore. The ninth film from the writer-director features a large ensemble cast and multiple storylines in a tribute to the final moments of Hollywood’s golden age.

Ugly Dolls (G) Release Date: August 16th

Release Date: August 30th

In the adorably different town of Uglyville, weirdness is celebrated, strangeness is special and beauty is embraced as more than meets the eye. After traveling to the other side of a mountain, Moxy and her UglyDoll friends discover Perfection -- a town where more conventional dolls receive training before entering the real world to find the love of a child. Soon, the UglyDolls learn what it means to be different -- ultimately realizing that they don’t have to be perfect to be amazing.

Recruited by the FBI, ex-con and former special operations soldier Pete Koslow uses his covert skills to try and take down the General -- the most powerful crime boss in New York. When a sting results in the death of an undercover cop, Pete suddenly finds himself caught in the crossfire between the mob and the FBI. Forced to return to prison, Koslow must now come up with a plan to escape from the clutches of the law and the General to save himself and his family.

Angel Has Fallen (TBC) Release Date: August 23rd Authorities take Secret Service agent Mike Banning into custody for the failed assassination attempt of U.S. President Allan Trumbull.

After escaping from his captors, Banning must evade the FBI and his own agency to find the real threat to the president. Desperate to uncover the truth, he soon turns to unlikely allies to help clear his name and save the country from imminent danger. rightfully his.

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The Prodigy

Drama/Sport

Thriller

Born into a tight-knit wrestling family, Paige and her brother Zak are ecstatic when they get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to try out for the WWE. But when only Paige earns a spot in the competitive training program, she must leave her loved ones behind and face this new cutthroat world alone. Paige’s journey pushes her to dig deep and ultimately prove to the world that what makes her different is the very thing that can make her a star.

Sarah and John Blume are thrilled when their young son Miles starts to show signs of rapid development and extreme intelligence. Their family bliss soon turns into a living nightmare when Miles’ behavior becomes increasingly erratic and violent by his eighth birthday. After seeking help from two experts, Sarah is horrified to learn that her beloved prodigy may be under the grip of a dark and supernatural force.

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Captain Marvel Fantasy/Sci-Fi

Available to Buy & Rent Now Captain Marvel is an extraterrestrial Kree warrior who finds herself caught in the middle of an intergalactic battle between her people and the Skrulls. Living on Earth in 1995, she keeps having recurring memories of another life as U.S. Air Force pilot Carol Danvers. With help from Nick Fury, Captain Marvel tries to uncover the secrets of her past while harnessing her special superpowers to end the war with the evil Skrulls.

How To Train Your Dragon: Fantasy/Action

Available to Buy & Rent Now Welcome to the most astonishing chapter of one of the most beloved animated franchises in film history: How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World. Now chief and ruler of Berk alongside Astrid, Hiccup has created a gloriously chaotic dragon utopia. When the sudden appearance of female Light Fury coincides with the darkest threat their village has ever faced, Hiccup and Toothless must leave the only home they’ve known and journey to a hidden world thought only to exist in myth. As their true destines are revealed, dragon and rider will fight together—to the very ends of the Earth—to protect everything they’ve grown to treasure.

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Cold Pursuit Drama/Thriller

Available to Buy & Rent Now Nels Coxman’s quiet life as a snowplow driver comes crashing down when his beloved son dies under mysterious circumstances. His search for the truth soon becomes a quest for revenge against a psychotic drug lord named Viking and his sleazy henchmen. Transformed from upstanding citizen to coldblooded vigilante, Coxman unwittingly sets off a chain of events that includes a kidnapping, a series of deadly misunderstandings and a turf war between Viking and a rival boss.

Body at Brighton Rock Thriller/Horror

Available to Buy & Rent Now Wendy, a part-time summer employee at a mountainous state park, takes on a rough trail assignment at the end of the season, trying to prove to her friends that she’s capable enough to do the job. When she takes a wrong turn and ends up deep in the backcountry, she stumbles upon what might be a potential crime scene.

Stuck with no communication after losing her radio and with orders to guard the site, Wendy must fight the urge to run.

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Books

Stranger Things 3 American Web Television Series Available Now

THE CHAIN ADRIAN MCKINTY “Your phone rings; a stranger has kidnapped your child; to free them you must abduct someone else’s child; your child will be released when your victim’s parents kidnap another child; if any of these things don’t happen your child will be killed. You are now part of the chain.”

A rip-roaring, fast paced thrilling holiday read which will have you up all night.

MAD BAD AND DANGEROUS TO KNOW

In the summer of 1985 in Hawkins, the new Starcourt Mall has become the focal point of the town, driving other stores out of business. Sheriff Jim Hopper is conflicted over Eleven and Mike’s budding relationship, while Joyce considers moving out of Hawkins for better prospects, leaving the state of the children’s friendships and her own relationship with Hopper in the air. However, strange power fluctuations trigger Will’s awareness of something otherworldly, and Eleven and Max sense something is off about the town’s residents, and despite having closed the portal to the Upside Down, fears that they are all in danger from it still.

Point Blank Film

COLM TÓIBÍN The Fathers of Wilde, Yeats & Joyce In Mad, Bad, Dangerous to Know Colm Toibin takes three of Ireland’s greatest writers - Oscar Wilde, W.B. Yeats and James Joyce - and examines their earliest influences: their fathers. Here, Toibin introduces us to Wilde Senior, the philandering doctor whose libel case prefigured that of his son; the elder Yeats, an impoverished artist who never finished a painting; and to John Stanislaus Joyce, the harddrinking, storytelling father of James, who couldn’t feed his own family.

This is an enlightening study of how each of these men cast a long shadow not only over the lives of their famous sons, but over the works for which they are celebrated and cherished.

THE CANTANKEROUS MOLLY DARLING ALLY CARRAGHER Molly Darling wants life to be as simple. Instead, Mum’s hiding in the attic; Dad’s run away, leaving only a PowerPoint presentation to explain; her sister is getting married; her BFF will stop at nothing to go viral; and her chickens are missing. It’s enough to make any girl cantankerous.

A light, easy read for young teens about a girl finding her place in a world gone, just a little bit, mad.

THE GOOD THIEVES KATHERINE RUNDELL In New York, Vita’s grandfather Jack has been cheated out of his home and possessions by a notorious conman.

Seeing his spirit is broken, Vita is desperate to make him happy again, so she devises a plan to outwit his enemies and recover his home. She finds a young pickpocket and two boys with highly unusual skills and draws them into her lawless, death-defying plan.

Fast paced, funny and heartfelt, this is a great book about making a wrong right and friendship, a whole lot of friendship. From the author of ‘The Explorer’. Perfect for 9+

SAVE THE DAY FOR ADA MAY ELIZABETH DALE & PATRICK CORRIGAN Max is looking after his little sister, Ada May, but he’s let go of the buggy! Save Ada May - tip, turn and shake the book to send her off in the right direction.

A funny, interactive picture book for all ages from 3+

Available Now Abe Guevara is caught in a shootout at a residential home that results in the death of a politician, Joshua Gregory. He is chased on foot and attempts to escape with his brother Mateo, but Abe is hit by a car, and is subsequently sent to a local hospital. A pair of homicide detectives, Regina Lewis and Masterson, are assigned to the case. Paul Booker, an everyman ER nurse, is assigned to oversee Abe’s recovery at the hospital. Mateo, determined to break Abe out in order to pay off a debt with Big D, an influential gangster, kidnaps Paul’s pregnant wife Taryn and coerces Paul into working for him. Paul breaks out Abe on his stretcher, and evade Lewis and Masterson just shortly after they arrive. Abe reveals that he is in possession of a flash drive, that can expose several corrupt police officers; while making the deal to distribute the flash drive to Gregory, they were ambushed, and Abe was wrongfully incriminated for his death.

Abe arranges to meet Mateo at a bus station, but realizing that it is a sting operation, they incite a shootout and flee, engaging in a car chase. After fighting off more cops at a car wash, they escape on foot.

After Drama/Romance Available Now Tessa Young is a dedicated student, dutiful daughter and loyal girlfriend to her high school sweetheart.

Entering her first semester of college, Tessa’s guarded world opens up when she meets Hardin Scott, a mysterious and brooding rebel who makes her question all she thought she knew about herself -- and what she wants out of life.

Ozark American Web Television Series Available Now Created by Bill Dubuque (“The Accountant,” “The Judge”), this drama series stars Jason Bateman as Marty Byrde, a financial planner who relocates his family from Chicago to a summer resort community in the Ozarks. With wife Wendy and their two kids in tow, Marty is on the move after a money-laundering scheme goes wrong, forcing him to pay off a substantial debt to a Mexican drug lord in order to keep his family safe. While the Byrdes’ fate hangs in the balance, the dire circumstances force the fractured family to reconnect.

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Live Music

MUSIC

Christina Aguilera – The X Tour

Let the Music Speak!

The Beach House Greystones

Date: 5 November 2019 | Venue: 3 Arena Dublin | Time: Doors 18:30 | Tickets: €79.50 +

Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Christina Aguilera has announced her first European tour in thirteen years. Christina Aguilera Fresh from her exclusive Las Vegas residency, Christina Aguilera will embark on a four date U.K. wide tour bringing hits such as “Dirrty”, “Genie in a Bottle”, “Ain’t No Other Man”, “Fighter” and more fan favourites from her critically acclaimed 2018 studio album, Liberation.

Tickets on sale now from Ticketmaster.ie

The Martello

AUGUST Live Music 12th Cappy 13th Craig Gallagher 14th Jamie Duff 15th Ian Brennan 16th Take it Easy

AUGUST Live Music AUGUST Live Music

Dann’s Bar

18th Colm Lynch 6.30 Aaron Rowe 9pm 19th Cappy 20th Craig Gallagher 21st Joe Leech

Fri 09th – Little Apples Sat 10th – Santoria Sun 11th – Conor & Brian Mon 12th – Marc Roche

The Harbour Bar

AUGUST Live Music • Fri 09th Southern Express Funky Blues

Frid 9th – Leo Kelly Fri 16th – The Big Muddy Fri 23rd – Brian Meakin Band Fri 30th – Mia Parsons

The Lounge Sat 10th – Beach House Brothers Sat 17th – 3rd Avenue Sat 24th – Something else Sat 31st – Take it Easy The Beach House, The Harbour, Greystones.

Tel: 01-2874623 | Email: bhgstones@gmail.com

22nd Alan Kavanagh

Tues 13th – Conor O’Donnell Wed 14th – Jon Ward Thurs 15th – Flamin Mongrels Fri 16th – Eugene Waters Sat 17th – Fusion Sun 18th – Niall Donnelly Mon 19th – Colm Lynch Tues 20th – Luke Barry Wed 21st – Chris & Babz Thurs 22nd – Andy & Stu Fri 23rd – Feedback Sat 24th – Poorboys Sun 25th – Dedrie Fox

• Sat 10th UB40 Tribute Promise & Lies • Sun 11th Donal Gunne Band Instrumental / Jazz • Thurs 15th Alta Cura Prog Rock / Experimental • Fri 16th Starman Music played with Passion • Sat 17th Raimonda Masiulyte Jazz / Soul / Gospel • Sun 18th Jim Finn / Blues • Thurs 22nd The Long Beach Jazz Band Pop Covers Jazz Style • Fri 23rd Cork Street Posse Alt Rap

23rd Orlagh Kenny Duo 24th Take it Easy 25th Pauric Mulligan 6.30 Aaron Rowe 9pm 26th Cappy

27th Craig Gallagher 17th Uke Box

The Bridge Tavern

28th Jamie Duff 29th Alan Kavanagh 30th Cappy 31st Alan Kavanagh Duo 47 Strand Rd, Bray, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01 286 8000

Mon 26th – Brian Meakin Tues 27th – Mark Murphy Wed 28th – Jon Ward Thurs 29th – Wayne Dunne Fri 30th – Brian Meakin

Sat 31st – Country Night “Conor & The Palominos & Special Guests” Bridge Street, Wicklow Town, Co. Wicklow, Tel: 0404 64760

• Sat 24th Mystic Tears Cosmic Punk Rock.

• Sun 25th The Soul Foolishness Blues / Soul / Funk • Thurs 29th Con & The Craic Head Covers with Craic • Fri 30th The Rockets Vintage 50’s Rock ‘n Roll • Sat 31st Thinner Lizzy Thin Lizzy Tribute Theharbourbar.ie Tel: 01 286 2274 #HarbourBarBray

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Roundwood Price’s Garage is a family run business set up

by Johnny Price over 30 years ago in Roundwood, Co. Wicklow. Johnny built up a name of honesty, reliability and attention to detail and David has maintained this good name through all his work practices throughout, since taking over the family business many years ago.

If you are looking for an honest garage that will fix or service your car, Price’s Garage should always be your first choice. David uses the latest technologies to diagnose and fix all types of car issues and does all this for the best possible prices.

Price’s Garage offers all types of car services, David will always ensure that you get good value for money and that all work is carried out to the highest possible standards. David is a perfectionist – and it shows!

David has been working on cars and trucks since as long as he can remember and he has fixed every car issue imaginable. He now uses his experience and his perfectionist traits to make sure that all types of vehicle look and run as they should.

Roundwood, Co Wicklow

Tel: 01 – 281 8128

Mob: 086 – 838 2677

Contact us to book that “Special Gathering” or “Family Occasion”

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FERR BANK Lounge

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he Ferrybank Lounge offers a relaxed dining experience set amongst modern décor and furnishings.

njoy dining in The Pottery Restaurant Arklow Bay Hotel Co. Wicklow section – a firm favourite with the locasls and

Our bar menu offers a wonderful selection of dishes and snacks in a relaxed, informal setting and opens for carvery lunch every Sunday from 12.30pm - 4.00pm.

The carvery caters for every taste bud. Serving everything from the traditional Sunday roast to that something a little different. We have live music every weekend, making The Ferrybank Lounge the place to be. The bar also offers an extensive Barfood menu served from 12.30pm - 9.00pm daily.

hotel guests alike. The Pottery Restaurant Arklow Co. Wicklow offers a unique and memorable dining experience.

Our head chef sources and uses local produce in season, and our carefully selected wine list is the perfect accompaniment to all our dining options. We offer exceptional service and cater for all dietary requirements.

The Pottery Restaurant Arklow Co. Wicklow is the place to celebrate special occasions with family and friends.

Arklow Bay Conference & Leisure Hotel Sea Road, Arklow, Co. Wicklow. Tel: + 353 (0)402 26200 Email: reservations@arklowbay.com | www.arklowbay.com