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Christmas Party Nights
Planning the work Christmas Party or a festive night out with friends? Explore some of Wicklow’s Christmas party venues, including shared and private celebrations.
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Searching for the right place to celebrate your wedding day? We take a closer look at five beautiful Wicklow venues that are worth adding to your viewing list.
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Discover what to watch, read and add to your list this autumn, with exciting new cinema releases, trending movies on TV / streaming platforms and this season’s bestselling books.
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From international rugby and Premier League action to Formula 1, darts, boxing and UFC, we look ahead to some of the biggest and most exciting sporting events this autumn.
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Pumpkin trails, haunted houses, family fun and plenty of spooky scares! Discover exciting Halloween events and activities taking place right across Wicklow this October.
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News & Events SCARECROW CLASS OF 2026 RUSSBOROUGH HOUSE & PARK DATE: 23rd October – 3rd November 2026
This Halloween, Russborough is partnering with Blessington Community College on a special seasonal project celebrating creativity, imagination and community.
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NEVO ELECTRIC VEHICLE SHOW 2026 DATE: Saturday 7th & Sunday 08th November | TIME: 9.30am – 6pm | Free Event | VENUE: RDS, Simmon-
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Students from the school have been designing and making their own scarecrows, each with its own personality, character and story. From 23 October to 3 November, their creations will take up residence around the Parklands, adding a playful Halloween twist to an autumn visit. Come along and see what the students have created, discover the scarecrows as you explore the grounds, and enjoy a fun seasonal addition to a day at Russborough. Russborough House & Park, Blessington, Co Wicklow. W91 W284. Tel: 045 865 239.
WHISPERS IN THE WOODS TREETOP WALK AVONDALE
DATE: October 17th – October 31st 2026 | TIME:
10am – 6.30pm
This Halloween, Treetop Walk Avondale is getting a spooky makeover for Whispers in the Woods – a funfilled Halloween treasure trail for the whole family!
Join us at the RDS Simmonscourt for the Nevo Electric Vehicle Show 2026, in partnership with Bank of Ireland – a free event offering the chance to experience the latest in electric driving. Explore the latest electric and plug-in hybrid models from Ireland’s top brands, get practical advice on every aspect of EV ownership, and have all of your questions answered by the experts. With live vehicle demonstrations, comprehensive brand exhibits, and a dedicated test drive zone, it’s the ultimate day out for anyone considering the switch to electric. RDS, Ballsbridge, Co Dublin
Explore the decorated Treetop Walk, follow the trail and hunt for ten magical objects hidden along the way. Find them all to complete the Harvest Moon Hunt and win a prize! Expect pumpkins, witches, goblins, cobwebs and plenty of Halloween surprises as you make your way through the treetops. Halloween costumes are encouraged, so dress up and join in the fun! Beyond the Trees Avondale, Avondale Forest Park, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow, A67 P303 | Tel: 0404 46111 | Email: enquiry@beyondthetreesavondale.com
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THE IDEAL HOME SHOW RDS, BALLSBRIDGE Invest In Your Home at Ireland’s largest exhibition for homeowner with over 220 high caliber exhibitors, interior designers, home energy experts, builders, architects and modular home suppliers. You will hear from influential creatives and leading interior designers in the DFS Interiors Theatre where you can explore beautifully curated room designs and receive personalised colour consultations at the Dulux Heritage Interior Design Hub. There’s advice & tips from experts in architecture, retrofitting & SEAI energy grants on the Mitsubishi Electric ECODAN Home Advice Theatre You will also learn from the best with our cookery demonstrations by celebrity chefs Neven Maguire and Donal Skehan in the Dunnes Stores Chef’s Live Theatre. RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin. Hall 8C. Free Ticket available at www.idealhome.ie
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COMIC-CON IRELAND RDS, BALLSBRIDGE, DUBLIN DATE: Saturday 21st – Monday 23rd November 2026
Comic Con Ireland is ready to welcome thousands of fans to the RDS in Dublin this November. We’re all a fan of something, and Comic Con Ireland aims to be the best place to celebrate all things pop culture. As well as having the chance to meet your heroes, get an item signed or take a photo with your heroes, many guests will also appear live on stage so you’ll get to hear directly about their new projects and previous roles. Outside of the celebs you can get your picture taken with some of our unique props and set builds; watch the fabulous cosplayers strut their stuff on stage; test your skills in our retro and modern gaming areas. The shared fandoms and sense of community is central to everything we do. Fans from all over Ireland can come together to share their love of comics, fantasy, sci-fi, gaming, horror and cosplay. RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin. Hall 8C
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THE PARKVIEW HOTEL DATE: Saturday, 24th October | TIME: 6pm – 11:30pm | TICKETS: From €30.00 (Show) / From €55.00 (Dinner & Show)
Get ready to dance the night away as ABBAESQUE, the ultimate ABBA tribute band, returns by popular demand. Known for their incredible performances and remarkable resemblance to the original band, will transport you back to the golden era of disco with their energetic renditions of ABBA's greatest hits. Join us for an unforgettable evening of non-stop dancing, laughter, and singing along to your favorite ABBA tunes. Whether you're an ABBA superfan or simply love great music, this event is not to be missed! So, grab your friends, dust off those dancing shoes, and get ready to experience the magic of ABBA live on stage once again. Book your tickets now to secure your spot at this sensational event! Doors open at 6pm, dinner served at 7pm & show starts at 9pm. The Parkview Hotel, Main Street, Newtownmountkennedy, Co Wicklow. Tel: 01 201 5600
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The West Wicklow Chamber Music Festival brings
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DATE: Friday, 6th November | TIME: 8pm – 10.30pm | TICKETS: From €32.50
Derek Ryan remains firmly established as one of the most gifted and enduring singer-songwriters in Irish country music. Renowned for his catchy lyrics, infectious melodies, and captivating stage presence. His concerts combine high energy with true audience connection, offering a setlist that spans cherished classics and his latest hits. After the resounding success of his recent nationwide Irish concert tour, Derek is back with a brand-new concert show at the Arklow Bay Hotel on Friday 6th November! Derek continues to delight fans with his remarkable ability to release fresh, original music while also celebrating the timeless hits from his extensive back catalogue. Arklow Bay Hotel, Sea Road, Arklow, Co Wicklow Y14 DX02. Tel: 0402 26200
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DATE: Friday, November 20th | TIME: 8pm – 11pm | TICKETS: from €35.00
Onóir are a modern Irish male folk group, who sing harmony-focused songs and musical arrangements. Formed in August of 2020, when four individual, Donegal-based musicians; Tom McHugh, Declan Gaughan, Deane Connaghan, and Diarmaid McGee, joined forces to create a contemporary version of the famous Irish folk ballad; “The Auld Triangle”. Onóir's 2026 Brotherhood tour takes the band to theatres across Ireland, The UK, Europe, and also to North American this year. In between their one hundred plus shows in 2026. Arklow Bay Hotel, Sea Road, Arklow, Co Wicklow, Y14 DX02. Tel: 0402 26200
PADDY MCDONNELL: GOUT'S OUT TOUR THE HARBOUR BAR, BRAY DATE: Thursday 15th October | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: From €22.00 THE LAUGHTER LOUNGE, DUBLIN 1 DATE: Sunday 25th October | TIME: 6pm – 8.30pm | TICKETS: From €22.00
the most exciting and passionate artists from Ireland and abroad to beautiful West Wicklow, for the enjoyment of all. Fiachra Garvey, the festival’s founder, grew up as a pianist and farmer in Ballyknockan, West Wicklow. Having performed in festivals all over the world, his desire to establish a festival in his native Wicklow was realised in 2017. Since then, the West Wicklow Chamber Music Festival has grown to include a flagship festival each November. Russborough House, St. Mary's Church Blessington, and the Tramway Theatre are fitting venues, with their intimate surroundings, fascinating history and long association with music.
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2026 marks the 10th year of the festival, and we look forward to extending a warm West Wicklow welcome to our artists and audiences for many years to come!
The Highstool Prophets have fast become one of the most sought-after folk bands around. Awarded "Best Folk Band 2025" at The Irish Entertainment Awards, The Highstool Prophets bring their distinctive sound and fresh take on the folk music we all love; with sold-out shows, TV appearances, and a catalogue of songs that have racked up millions of streams.
For more information, visit www.westwicklowfestival.com
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Belfast comedian Paddy McDonnell started his career in 2011 and shortly after was supporting acts like Des Bishop and Ardal O’Hanlon. Paddy largely bases his comedy from tales of working as a taxi man to everyday tales of being a husband and father. Autumn 2026 promises more success for Paddy when he tours his brand-new show, Gout’s Out, nationwide. In his hilarious new show, Paddy talks about getting older, dealing with gout and the perils of still trying to act like a young man through boxing and raising kids!
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HELL & BACK JUNIOR HALLOWEEN – 4 KM DATE: Saturday 17th
October (4km)
Hell & Back Junior is a fun-filled 4KM obstacle adventure exclusively for children aged 8-12. Set in the grounds of Killruddery Estate, Bray, Co Wicklow. It’s the perfect Autumn challenge for friends, classmates, Sports Clubs, Scouts and other groups to take on together. Kids will tackle a course packed with Hell & Back obstacles, climbing, crawling, scrambling and splashing their way towards the Finish Line! HELL & BACK Junior is a fun and exhilarating 4KM obstacle challenge for national school children aged 8-12 seeking the ultimate outdoor adventure! And because it’s Halloween... expect a few spooky surprises along the way! Get the gang together, take on the challenge and make this Halloween one they’ll remember! For further information and Tickets, Visit: www.hellandback.ie
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The Odyssey DATE: Monday 26th October | TIME: 7pm | TICKETS: €12.00 | CINEMA
nary cinematography and production design, as well as an ensemble cast full of contemporary cinema’s finest actors.
The Great Gatsby DATE: 3rd – 7th November | Doors 7pm | TICKETS: €23.00 |
JOHNNIE FOX’S HOOLEY SHOW WHERE THE SEISÚIN OF ‘OLD IRELAND’ COMES TO LIFE! Are you seeking a Traditional Irish Night, a full evening of entertainment, vibrating with youth and life as well as age and antique charm, and if you seek not a reproduction but a genuine article? The Hooley show at Johnnie Fox’s offers hugely experienced, traditional Irish Musicians, and the world-famous, talented Johnnie Fox’s Irish Dancers, all accompanied by a four- course meal of delicious Irish Fayre. The moment the stage rises and the music fills the room, you can feel the magic in the air. As the show goes on, the energy in the room builds, you find yourself being transported to a different world. The Hooley show stays with you long after you leave, a truly unforgettable experience that will leave a lasting impression on your heart and soul. The Hooley show is on all year round. Visit www.johnniefoxs.com for a list of dates available. Johnnie Fox’s Pub, Glencullen, Co Dublin, D18 X635. Tel: 01 295 5647 destined to remain just out of reach? Come and see Square One's production of this timeless classic closing out their 50th year and celebrate in style this captivating depiction of one of the greatest novels ever written.
Shirley Valentine DATES: Saturday 28th November | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €26.00 | THEATRE
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Christopher Nolan’s spectacular adaptation of Homer’s epic poem follows Odysseus, king of Ithaca, on his fraught voyage home after the Trojan War. He and his shipmates run into strange and dangerous obstacles - including a cyclops, Sirens and vengeful gods - that turn their voyage into a years-long fight for survival. Back in Ithaca, Odysseus’ wife Penelope fends off the increasingly aggressive advances of suitors determined to take the king’s place, while the couple’s son Telemachus sets off on his own journey to find his long-absent father. With extraordi-
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Step into a world of dazzling glamour, forbidden love and impossible dreams. Set against the glittering excess of the Roaring Twenties, The Great Gatsby is a timeless tale of ambition, obsession and the relentless pursuit of the American Dream. Behind the champagne, jazz and extravagant parties lies a story of longing, illusion and the price we pay for chasing the past.
Treat yourself to an evening of laugher, triumph, and a hilarious journey of rediscovery. Norma Sheahan, one of Ireland's leading dramatic actors, returns to Mermaid of Willy Russell's effervescent and iconic character Shirley Valentine. Meet Shirley, a 45-year-old housewife, trapped in a dreary marriage and humdrum life. As she prepares her husband’s dinner, Shirley wonders when she lost her hopeful, youthful self.
Will Gatsby finally win the heart of Daisy Buchanan, or are some dreams
So, when an unexpected chance to travel to Greece appears, Shirley takes a leap, digs deep into her flagging confidence and discovers it’s never too late to reclaim your dreams, your joy, and yourself.
La Milonga – Tango Night DATE: Friday 11th December | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €25.00 | THEATRE/DANCE
La Milonga is a unique theatre play and tango performance inspired by the people who make up the world of social tango. Set in Ireland, the story takes place during a single evening at a milonga – a social gathering where people come together to dance tango.
Through an entertaining and heartfelt glimpse into a world where ordinary people find connection, belonging and refuge through music and dance after a long day. As the evening unfolds, their individual stories gradually come together on the dance floor celebrating friendship, community and the joy of dancing. The Mermaid Arts Centre Main Street, Bray, Co Wicklow Box Office: 01 –272 4030
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Bubbles Tasting Wednesday 9th December | Time: 6:30pm | Tickets: from €55
A selection of cheeses and cold meats for the table are included in the tickets. Book now by visiting www.conlonswinebar.ie
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AT WINDRUSH FARM NEWTOWNMOUNTKENNEDY Fancy learning a new skill with some rather adorable company? Windrush Farm’s autumn workshops invite you to switch off, get creative and enjoy a day in the countryside. Create your own natureinspired jewellery in October or try Felting with the Flock in both October & November. You’ll also get to meet the farms gorgeous sheep – be warned, these woolly little characters have a habit of stealing the show… and your digestives! Book your workshop at www.windrushfarm.ie
THE COMEDY CLUB
THE HORSE AND HOUND, DELGANY WHEN: Every Thursday | TIME: 7:30pm
Need a good laugh before the weekend? The Horse and Hound Comedy Club brings a lively mix of comedians to the stage every Thursday night, with plenty of familiar faces and fresh new talent ready to test your ability to keep a straight face. Doors open at 7:30pm, making it a brilliant midweek night out with friends, or anyone who appreciates a proper laugh. Tickets are available from www.keegolaughs.com or scan the QR code. 8
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ED HOLT & SONS JOINERY D O O R S / W I N D O W S / S TA I R S Ed Holt & Sons have been producing hand crafted joinery work since 1923 and has been passed down from generation to generation. We offer a range of products to our customers such as Bespoke Stairs / Doors / Architraves / Gates / Windows / Shopfronts and many other services. All our products are manufactured using the highest quality timber. 40 Wexford Road, Arklow, Co Wicklow | T: 0402 32448 | M: 086 856 4262 Email: edholtjoinery@gmail.com | Web: www.edholtjoinery.com
KAVANAGH HALLOWEEN TREE TAGGING EVENT NEWTOWNMOUNTKENNEDY DATE: Saturday 25th – Friday 31st October | TIME: 10am-5pm
Why wait until December to choose the family Christmas tree? Kavanagh Real Christmas Trees is bringing back its popular ‘Select and Collect’ event, combining two seasonal favourites in one fun visit to the farm. Wander through the Christmas tree fields, find your favourite tree, then tag and pay for it ready to collect in December. Every tree selected comes with a complimentary pumpkin, or visitors can simply stop by to choose a pumpkin from the patch. The farm is located in Newtownmountkennedy A63 E270. Admission is FREE, and Christmas tree delivery will also be available.
ELF TOWN RDS DUBLIN
Designed for families who want more than a traditional grotto visit. Elf Town Dublin is a spectacular, story-led Christmas experience where families don’t simply visit Santa – they step inside a magical world built with belief in magic at its core. The experience combines liver performance, beautifully themed environments, interactive activities, Santa’s real reindeer, and a meaningful magical private family visit with Santa Claus. Book your magical journey today: www.elftowndublin.ie
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Jarlath Regan – Under Construction 2026 DATE: Thur 5th | Fri 6th | Sat 7th November 2026
around his favourite theatres this November. In a world full of unrelenting negative news, take a break and make space for laughter by coming to see the man The Examiner calls the “The jewel in Ireland’s comedy crown”.
Wicklow Stories Festival 2026 DATE: Friday 13th November 2026 | TIME: 7pm (Red carpet starts
7pm | Screening starts 8pm sharp)
Following his sell-out tours of Ireland, the UK, Australia and America, Jarlath Regan (“Yer Man” off Instagram) is creating a brand new collection of jokes, stories and hilarious tales. See it before anyone else as Jarlath brings the Under Construction tour
Your guide to great events in Wicklow This Film Festival aims to highlight local filmmaking talent, local stories, and Wicklow as a county. Established in 2022, this annual, sold out event brings industry professionals as well as film fans to the Theatre in droves and has been an overwhelming success over the past 4 years. Local Press as well as dignitaries have always been happy to grace the red carpet, while filmmakers have an opportunity to showcase unique storytelling and Wicklow landscapes.
Greystones Jazz Jam DATE: Sunday 22nd November 2026 | TIME: 4pm | TICKETS: €17 | €10
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A Sunday afternoon of jazz, with a great selection of tunes that will appeal to all music lovers, from swing, bossa, bebop, funk and more! Featuring our house band with some of Ireland’s finest jazz musicians - Oskar
Nielsen (drums), Patrice Brun (saxophone), Mike Nielsen (guitar), and Ronan McCullagh (bass).
A set from the house band will kick-off the afternoon, followed by a jam session (jazz standards only). All musicians and listeners are welcome. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or simply curious, you’ll discover the joy, spontaneity, and sense of community that makes live jazz unforgettable. Please note, musicians may sign up at the door to play.
Risteárd Cooper – Out of His Head DATE: Friday 27th November 2026
A spanking new solo comedy show bursting with razor sharp impressions, sketches and absurd imaginings from the co-creator of Après Match. Cooper’s first live solo show takes on the heady subjects of the world around us now, then, and in the future, and draws no obvious conclusions! Covering topics like what’s happening? Why is it happening? Where did it all go wrong? And who cares? Featuring skits from the world of TV, “Journalism”, Politics, The Arts, Entertainment and Sport. Expect a dizzying mix of various personalities in this unmissable show.
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CORAL LEISURE ARKLOW Seaview Avenue, Ferrybank Arklow, Co Wicklow Tel: 0402 – 23328 Email: arklow@coralleisure.ie
Coral Leisure Arklow - Swimming For All Inspiring The Future Swimming Community We are introducing an exciting opportunity to elevate your athlete’s recovery processes. We have invested in a new Chill Tub for cold water therapy sessions. This has fast become the hottest ticket around and together with our sauna and steam rooms, not to mention our 25m pool, your recovery needs are catered for in the best possible way.
We understand that recovery is a critical component of athletic performance, and we are pleased to offer our simple but effective recovery area, compromising our new Chill Tub, with water chilled to 5 degrees Celsius (current sea temp is averaging 7-8). The location of our Chill Tub is only a few steps away from our Sauna and Steam Rooms, which further enhances the recovery process. The ideal is 1 min of cold with up to 3-5 min of heat. This process makes the body then act like a pump for blood
to circulate. The cold restricts the blood vessels and then the heat opens them up and blood flushes through to all parts of the body, thus assisting in easing soreness and stiffness and even reducing toxins. To complete the experience, relax in our pool before hitting the showers. We believe this process to be the best way to deal with any soreness/stiffness of joints and muscles. It promotes good blood circulation which is key to assisting in the relief of any muscle issues, particu-
larly relating to exercise, pre and post. You don’t even have to be doing it for sporting reasons, as it promotes general health and wellbeing in everyone, both physical and mental. All this can be done for the cost of a swim, which is €7. It includes full use of all options above. Give us a call if there are questions.
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Halloween in Co. Wicklow
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Halloween in Wicklow is the perfect mix of eerie adventures and cosy autumn vibes. Whether you're up for haunted tours, pumpkin picking, spooky forest walks, or family-friendly crafts and discos, the county offers something for every kind of thrill-seeker. With its rich history, scenic landscapes, and festive spirit, Wicklow is an ideal place to celebrate the season. Let's plan a Halloween that's full of fun, frights, and unforgettable memories.
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Autumn Adventures at Clissmann Pumpkin Patch
This autumn, come and enjoy a magical day out at Clissmann Pumpkin Patch with plenty of Halloween fun for the whole family! Whether you’re leading a donkey or wheeling a barrow, the Pumpkin Patch is where the magic happens! Explore, find your Perfect Pumpkin, and then let your donkey or wheelbarrow help you bring it back to the yard.
New Tractor Rides at Clissmann Pumpkin Patch!!
We’re excited to introduce tractor rides to make your visit even more fun this year! Hop on board for a cosy ride around the farm and enjoy the beautiful autumn views of Wicklow countryside. €3.50 per person – Pay on the day at the farm (no pre-booking required) The adventure doesn’t stop there! Wander through the Spooky Farm Trail, with its Witches’ Wagons, Fairy Forest, Ghoulish Graveyard, and even some mischievous Halloween Cowboys to surprise you along the way. Finish your visit with a stop at the Hocus Pocus Hay Barn, packed with ghostly games and ghoulish goodies for all ages. And when it’s time for a cosy break, enjoy a cup of tea, coffee, or a delicious hot chocolate for sale from our Coffee Dock. This is a ticket only event and bookings must be made in advance.
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This autumn, Festina Lente invites children aged 4 to 11 to a whimsical and spooky hands-on experience: our Pumpkin Fairy House & Space Odyssey Carving Workshop! Let your child's imagination run wild as they dive into the timeless tradition of pumpkin carving—with a magical twist! Whether they're crafting a cozy fairy home or a rocket from out of this world, this workshop promises creativity, fun, and a touch of Halloween enchantment. Come in your spookiest Halloween costume—the scarier, the better! Important Info: Ages: 4–11 (Parental supervision required due to use of carving tools). Tickets: €25 per child – Adults attend free! We can't wait to welcome you for a day full of fun, fantasy, and frightful creation.
Old Connaught Avenue, Bray, Co Wicklow. A98 F702. Any questions please contact our Events Team: Tel: 087 923 2141 | Email: events@festinalente.ie
HALLOWEEN FUN TIMES
AT KIA ORA MINI FARM
COME CHECK OUT OUR GHOSTS AND GHOULS, SING SONGS ON THE FIRE ENGINE, VISIT OUR SPOOKY WAKE AND HAUNTED CAFE. Come shake your bones in our Halloween Disco Room, Get your freak on in our animal shed. Costumes welcome and encouraged all week. No extra charge for Halloween fun times at Kia Ora Mini Farm. Opening Hours Pumpkin Picking: 10am – 5pm • Saturday Oct 3rd & Sunday Oct 4th • Saturday Oct 10th & Sunday Oct 11th • Saturday Oct 17th to Sunday Oct 18th • Saturday Oct 24th to Saturday 31st
Kia Ora, Courteencurragh, Gorey, Co Wexford, Y25 RX60. Tel: 086 878 8424 | kiaoraminifarm@gmail.com | www.kiaoraminifarm.ie
Halloween in Co. Wicklow MOO MUSIC WICKLOW – HALLOWEEN CAMP OCTOBER 27TH & 28TH Moo Music Wicklow is inviting little ghouls and goblins to enjoy a fun-filled morning of Halloween creativity, and fancy dress is encouraged! This is a drop-off camp, so children must be toilet trained. Please bring a labelled nut-free snack, drink and rain jacket. Any allergies or additional needs can be included when booking.
Happy Haunting!
HALLOWEEN TEEN DISCO
FORESTOR’S HALL, KILCOOLE, CO WICKLOW • Professional DJ • Haunted Carnival Halloween Theme • Quality Sound & Lighting Effects
For Tickets, visit: www.eventbrite.ie
To book: bookwhen.com/ moomusicwicklow or visit their Facebook page and click the link in their bio.
HALLOWEEN NIGHT HIKE BALLINASTOE TO DJOUCE LUGGALA ROUNDWOOD, WICKLOW Would you enter Ballinastoe After Dark? This Halloween, Land & Legend Trails is leading a night hike through Ballinastoe Woods and onto Djouce Mountain as daylight disappears. Hear ghost stories, strange encounters and darker legends from the Wicklow Mountains before returning through the forest in full darkness. The small-group hike takes place on Saturday, October 31st and covers approximately 10km over three hours. Moderate fitness, sturdy footwear, warm waterproof clothing and a headtorch are required. After all, Ballinastoe feels very different once the sun goes down…
Tickets available from Eventbrite.ie
PUMPKIN PATCH EXPERIENCE
AT RUSSBOROUGH HOUSE
WANDER THROUGH THE PUMPKINS AND CHOOSE YOUR FAVOURITE TO TAKE HOME. With over 2,000 pumpkins carefully laid out across our patch in the beautiful Hippodrome, you’ll have the opportunity to wander through the pumpkins and choose your favourite to take home. From small pumpkins perfect for little hands to larger carving pumpkins and unique white varieties, there’s something for everyone. The Pumpkin Patch Experience is much more than simply buying a pumpkin. After visiting the patch, you’re welcome to enjoy everything Russborough has to offer. Explore the Maze with a fun scavenger hunt, let the children burn off some energy in the playground, relax with tea, coffee or lunch in the Russborough Café, or spend the afternoon walking one of the estate’s woodland and lakeside trails. The Pumpkin Patch Experience will take place over three weekends in October from the 10th – 25th. To ensure everyone has plenty of space to enjoy the experience, tickets are sold in hourly arrival slots.
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EXCLUSIVELY FOR 2ND YEAR STUDENTS ONLY FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23RD | TIME: 8PM – 10:30PM EXCLUSIVELY FOR 1ST YEAR STUDENTS ONLY FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30TH | TIME: 8PM – 10:30PM Expect a full Halloween atmosphere with great music, club lighting, spooky carnival visuals, costumes, prizes and all the usual FUSE energy. A fun, safe and professionally run night out created especially for younger teens, with age-appropriate entertainment in a fully supervised environment that parents can trust and teens will love.
Halloween in Co. Wicklow HALLOWEEN
AT RIVER VALLEY
Happy Haunting!
HALLOWEEN TRAIN SPOOKTACULAR
SATURDAY 24TH OCTOBER
10.00am – Clay Modelling Workshop 11.15am – Design your own Treat Bag 12.30pm – Halloween Tasty Treats
A frightfully fun adventure at Beyond the Trees Avondale! Join us from 24TH TO 31ST OCTOBER 2026 DAILY SESSIONS: for a family-friendly Halloween adventure featuring: 10AM, 11AM, 12 NOON, 1PM, • A spooky train ride 2PM, 3PM AND 4PM • A Goblins & Ghouls clue hunt • A Halloween arts & crafts workshop • Storytelling and sing-along • A colouring competition • A trick-or-treat reward
SUNDAY 25TH OCTOBER
10.00am – DIY Halloween Crafts 11.15am – Thriller Dance Lesson 12.30pm – Spooky Mask Design Class 7pm – Grand Finale – Family Fun Games Night
MONDAY 26TH OCTOBER
10.00am – Clay Painting Workshop 11.15am – Old Halloween Games
Visit: www.rivervalleypark.ie for more Info & Bookings
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Beyond the Trees Avondale, Avondale Forest Park, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow, A67 P303. Tel: 0404 46111 | Email: enquiry@beyondthetreesavondale.com
WWW.BEYONDTHETREESAVONDALE.COM
Halloween in Co. Wicklow
Happy Haunting! HELL AND BACK JUNIOR
AT KILLRUDDERY ESTATE
A SPOOKTACULAR CHALLENGE FOR YOUNG ADVENTURERS Halloween in Wicklow
HELL AND BACK Junior returns to Killruddery Estate on Saturday, October 17th, with a special Halloween adventure for children aged 8-12. The 4km course will have young challengers climbing, crawling and scrambling across exciting obstacles, including challenges inspired by Ireland’s Fittest Family, which is filmed at Killrudery. It’s a brilliant outdoor challenge for friends, classmates, sports clubs and Scout groups, with a few spooky surprises waiting along the way. No swimming or water obstacles are included.
Book at www.hellandback.ie/junior/helloween2026
ALIVE OUTSIDE IRELAND 4 DAYS OF HALLOWEEN ADVENTURE IN BRAY STARTING 27TH OCTOBER. Halloween mid-term sorted for your kids… 4 days, 6 hours a day. Kids will take on our Hell and Back Junior obstacle course, try archery and bushcraft, carve pumpkins, build scarecrows and enjoy a packed day of outdoor Halloween adventure at Alive Outside. And to top it all off: Dress Up Friday – finishing with our Halloween themed party – this is how you get Halloween Mid-term sorted! Limited availability. Book your child’s Halloween Camp place today!
HALLOWEEN
AT GLENROE FARM
3 DAYS OF FANG-TASTIC FUN Saturday 24th, Sunday 25th and Monday 26th October | 10.00am 5.00pm (Last admissions: 4.00pm)
PUMPKIN PATCH Pick your own pumpkin from our homegrown patch on the farm – lots of sizes and colours to choose from.
SPOOKY SPELLBOUND MAIZE MAZE
AGES 7-13 | BRAY, CO. WICKLOW | STARTS TUESDAY 27TH OCTOBER
For Further Information, visit www.aliveoutside.ie
The Zombies are in the Maize Maze! Try to find the Witches ingredient and get out without disturbing them.
HAUNTED COTTAGE Stroll through the Haunted Cottage if you dare. Normal admission prices apply.
Kilcoole, Co Wicklow. A63 TD54. Tel: 01 287 2288 Email: mail@glenroefarm.ie www.glenroefarm.ie IN WICKLOW | AUTUMN 2026
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Small gaps and poor insulation can make a noticeable difference to how much energy it takes to keep your home warm. Here are some of the most common areas to check:
Where Your Home Could Be Losing Heat
1. The roof and attic
Up to 30% of a home’s heat can be lost through a poorly insulated roof. Check whether your attic insulation is deep enough, evenly fitted and free from damage. SEAI currently recommends approximately 300mm of attic insulation.
A SIMPLE EXTRA SAVING: SEAI advises set
2. External walls
A considerable amount of heat can escape through poorly insulated walls, particularly in older homes. Depending on how your house was built, cavity, internal or external wall insulation may help reduce heat loss and lower heating costs.
3. Windows and doors
Around 10% of a home’s heat can be lost through poorly performing win-
dows and doors. Check for draughts around frames, replace worn seals and use suitable draught excluders. Close curtains after dark but avoid covering radiators.
4. Floors
Up to 10% of heat can be lost through uninsulated floors. Professional floor insulation is not suitable for every home, but thick rugs can provide an affordable extra layer of comfort over cold, bare floors.
5. Chimneys and fireplaces
An unused open chimney can allow warm air to escape and cold air to enter. A correctly fitted chimney balloon or other suitable draught 20
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ting living areas to around 20c and bedrooms and hallway s between 15c and 18c, where co mfortable. Lowering the thermos tat by just 1c could reduce heat ing costs by approximately 10% .
excluder can help, but it must always be removed before lighting a fire
6. Gaps around the home Cold air can enter around doors, windows, keyholes and openings for pipes and cables. Sealing unwanted gaps is one of the simplest and least expensive ways to make a home feel warmer. Take care never to cover purpose-built vents, as adequate ventilation is essential for air quality and safety.
Heat is on! FIREPLACES &TheSTOVES
Home Heating
by the Soot Doctor Your Local Experts in Fireplaces, Stoves & Chimneys At Flamestyle, we bring warmth, style, and safety to homes across Wicklow and Dublin. From elegant fireplaces to efficient stoves and full chimney care, we are your trusted, family-run specialists.
Why Choose Us?
Our Services Include:
• Irish family business, based in Bray.
• Stove & fireplace installation.
• Fully insured with guaranteed workmanship. • Expert installation & inspection of all stoves and flues. • Premium brands including Charnwood, HWAM, Contura, Dimplex & Faber.
• Chimney relining & restoration. • Camera surveying & assessment. • Chimney cleaning, servicing & maintenance. • Gas, wood, pellet & bioethanol fires • Flue systems for BBQs & pizza ovens.
Visit our Bray showroom to explore the latest designs in wood, pellet, gas, and electric heating. Let us help you find the perfect solution for your home. NEW
ELECTRIC
SHOWROOM
2a Oldcourt Business Park, Bray, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01 444 4625 | Web: www.flamestyle.ie
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O.N.G. HEATING & PLUMBING
ONG Heating & Plumbing Ltd is based in Wicklow. We provide high quality plumbing & heating services, with over 30 years’ experience. We have a team of fully trained plumbers available to carry out all types of work on both domestic and commercial premises. OUR SERVICES: • Oil • Gas • Geothermal • Solar • Solid Fuel
Boiler Servicing Get your boiler serviced and heating system power flushed to maximize full potential from your system. All heating appliances should be serviced on a regular basis to ensure they are working efficiently. We offer full boiler service, repairs or replacement depending on your needs.
SKC specialise in the sale of wood-burning stoves, electric fires and garden equipment.
We are confident that we can find a fire that suits you and your home heating requirements. Our showrooms showcase an exquisite range of Cassette, Freestanding and Insert Stoves from leading brands such as Henley, Heat Design and Stanley giving you quality & confidence in your purchase. Our expert teams are here We have stoves that stand and ready to help you with all out from the crowd, creating aspects of a stove selection. a truly focal point in your room, adding a heart to your Our opening Times in all our home. An extensive range of branches are convenient and Electric Fires with a choice consumer friendly: Monday to of contemporary styles and Friday, from 7.30am – 5pm & superb features to transform Saturday, 9am – 1pm. your home interior.
Wicklow: 0404-20088 | Wexford: 053-9422352 Leitrim: 071-9640593 | Cork: 023 – 8850886 www.skc.ie info@skc.ie
Home Heating Tips
cold at the top. Keep a working carbon monoxide alarm near fuelburning appliances.
Gas Boilers:
Under floor Heating:
Get More from Your Heating
Is It Worth the Cost?
Replacing a heating system is not affordable for every household. If your gas boiler is working safely, maintaining it properly may be the most practical way to reduce costs. SEAI recommends servicing your boiler annually to help it run safely and efficiently and reduce the risk of winter breakdowns. Always use a registered Gas Installer. Use timers and radiator valves to heat only the rooms you need. Keep radiators clear of furniture and heavy curtains and bleed them if they are 22
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MONEY-SAVING PRIORITY: Before
replacing a working boiler, consider a service, improved controls, radiator maintenance and draughtproofing
Underfloor heating distributes warmth evenly and can operate at lower water temperatures than traditional radiators, making water-based systems particularly suitable for heat pumps and well-insulated homes. Installation is easiest during a new build, extension or major renovation. Water-based systems may suit larger areas, while electric underfloor heating is cheaper to install but can be costly to run throughout the entire home.
The Heat is on! INSULATION & BUILDING FRAMING
Home Heating
Eco Warmer Homes is a 100% Irish owned and run company. Eco Warmer Homes is a 100% Irish owned and run company. Owner and Managing Director, Jamie Quiney, works with his team of skilled employees installing EWI systems in the Republic of Ireland. We have been successfully installing External Wall Insulation Systems since 2004.
External Wall Insulation (EWI)
We work with Architects, Designers, Developers, Builders and Home Owners, and can work with you from planning right through to completion.
Internal Wall Insulation
ecowarmerhomes@gmail.com www.externalinsulations.ie
External Wall Insulation (EWI) is a composite cladding system comprised of suitable insulation and waterproof coating which is applied to all the external walls of a building. The application of EWI reduces heating bills, with up to 40% heat lost through external walls, EWI can help reduce your heating bills by up to 40%. Eco Warmer Homes provides industry standard dry lining internal wall insulation for both commercial and domestic Irish Market.
Internal insulation involves a qualified team of technicians applying a up to 82.5 mm layer of insulation coupled with airtight membrane, to assure a skimmed, plaster finish.
Energy Efficient Windows and Doors To complement our Insulations Services, we are offering high quality, energy efficient Windows and Doors. All our windows and doors are manufactured to highest quality standards and they are fully guaranteed.
ble Grants Availa
Orchardiene, Putland Road, Bray, Co Wicklow. Tel. (01) 2869477 / 086-8704600
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The Heat is on! A professional assessment should identify your wall construction, moisture condition and the most appropriate solution.
MONEY-SAVING PRIORITY: If you are
not already replac ing your floors, improving in sulation and heating contro ls will usually be a more affordable first step
Good insulation beneath the system and individual room controls are essential to prevent wasted heat
External Wall Insulation:
Is “The Wrap” Right for Your Home? External Wall Insulation involves fixing insulation to the outside walls and covering it with a protective rendered finish. It can reduce heat loss without taking away internal floor space. It may suit solid-wall homes or properties where cavity-wall insulation is not possible. However, it is a significant investment, and suitable cavity-wall insulation may provide a more affordable option.
MONEY-SAVING PRIORITY: Start
with an assessment. The most expensive insulation option is not necessarily the best value for your home.
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Spray-Foam Insulation: Get Advice Before Proceeding
Current individual SEAI grants are up to €8,000 for detached homes, €6,000 for semi-detached or endof-terrace homes, €3,500 for midterraces and €3,000 for apartments. Eligibility must be confirmed before work begins.
Solar Panels:
Make Daylight Work for You Solar PV Panels convert daylight into electricity and still generate power on cloudy days, although output is higher during brighter summer months. They can reduce the electricity purchased from the grid but do not directly replace a home-heating system. Savings are greatest when electricity is used as it is generated – for appliances, hot water, and electric vehicle or a heat pump.
MONEY-SAVING PRIORITY: Compare
all available insulation options and never agree to spray foam following a sales visit alone.
Spray Foam expands to form an insulating layer, but it should not be viewed as a quick or risk-free solution for every home. If the wrong product is used or ventilation and moisture control are inadequate, condensation may develop around roof timbers. Foam can also conceal leaks, make the roof difficult to inspect and be expensive to remove.
M O N E Y-S AVING PRIORITY: Com
pare several quot ations and choose a syst em based on your actu al electricit y use not simp ly the larges t available
A battery stores electricity for later but increases the initial cost and will not suit every household. Ask for projected costs and savings both with and without one. Eligible homeowners and landlords can currently receive an SEAI grant of up to €1,800. Households can also be paid for surplus electricity exported to the grid, with payment rates varying between suppliers.
Obtain an independent building assessment before proceeding and ask your mortgage provider and insurer whether spray foam could affect future lending, cover or sale of your home. The product must have valid NSAI Agrement certification for its intended use and be installed exactly as certified. Keep all surveys, certificates, photographs and warranty documents. Conventional ceiling-level attic insulation may be simpler and more affordable. SEAI describes attic insulation as generally the most costeffective home energy upgrade.
OIL DISTRIBUTORS
Your Local Independent Oil Company We are a fully Irish owned company Heating Oil Distributors with more than 30 years’ experience in our industry. We supply home heating oil, tractor diesel, road diesel, full range of oil tanks and lubricants.
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e deliver to South Dublin, North Wicklow and North Wexford at very competitive prices and also provide a 7-day emergency oil delivery service. By using our services, you will know that our prices for heating oil are always very competitive, and that because our customeroriented workflow, you will always be able to rely on us for quality and speedy delivery.
We cover all sectors of the market, both domestic and commercial and our dedicated team is here to discuss your requirements and provide support, helping you make the right decision regarding your fuel supply. KEENEST PRICES UNCOMPROMISING QUALITY. There When you need us, where you need us.
www.ultimaoil.ie
Ultima Oil Tinnapark Drive, Tinnapark Demesne, Kilpedder, Co Wicklow. Dublin: 01 281 0566 Wicklow: 0404 40080 Gorey: 053 942 0453 www.ultimaoil.ie info@ultimaoil.ie
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CHRISTMAS
We Know How to Throw A Party
Party Nights across Wicklow
T
he talk of your Christmas Party Night has started, the outfits are being planned and one question remains – where are we going?
Christmas party season is almost here, bringing festive cocktails, dressed-up dinners, live music, dancing and the annual promise that nobody will mention what happened on the dancefloor the following morning. Across Wicklow, venues are getting ready to turn December nights into
full festive celebrations. There are shared party nights for smaller groups who want the buzz of a packed room, private options for larger companies and relaxed dinner packages for friends ready to swap the usual catch-up for something more Christmassy. Before choosing your night, check
what is included in the price. A package may cover dinner, entertainment and late-night food, while drinks, accommodation or transport could cost extra. Confirm deposits, final numbers and cancellation terms before collecting money from the group, it will save plenty of chasing later. The busiest Friday and Saturday
nights fill quickly, so this is one Christmas decision worth making early. We have rounded up Christmas party nights and festive packages across Wicklow for 2026. Find the one that suits your crowd, book the date and LET THE COUNTDOWN BEGIN…
1. GLENVIEW HOTEL Your Christmas celebration, taken to new heights This Christmas, the spirit of the mountains comes to Wicklow as Glenview is transformed into a stylish alpine retreat for our Après Ski Shared Christmas Party Nights. Step into a festive setting filled with twinkling lights, elegant seasonal décor and all the warmth and atmosphere of a Christmas celebration in the Alps. Your evening begins with a glass of bubbly on arrival, followed by a delicious four-course festive dinner. Then, as the lights go down and the music turns up, our DJ and MC will take the celebrations from dinner to the dance floor, with a late bar keeping the party going into the night. Perfect for celebrating with colleagues, friends or valued clients, our shared party nights allow smaller groups to experience all the excitement and atmosphere of a large-scale Christmas event. From the first toast to the final song, everything is brought together for a festive night to remember.
CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS AT LYNHAM’S OF LARAGH
Put the sparkle back into your Christmas and celebrate the holiday season in style at Lynhams Hotel. Whether you’re after a lively night out or a cozy gathering, our bars have something special to offer this Christmas season.
The Après Ski Party Package is €69 per person. The Glenview Hotel, Glen of the Downs, Co Wicklow. A63 DC95 | Tel: 01 274 0000
Make a Night of It Remember 2026 for all the right reasons and enjoy an unforgettable evening in the runup to Christmas. Our group party nights include a delicious festive feast, live entertainment whilst you dine, and then you can dance the night away with your friends and colleagues, with top class live entertainment.
Why worry about a taxi home after your festive celebration when you can avail of our accommodation at Lynhams.
Lynhams Hotel, Laragh Glendalough Co. Wicklow A98 K576 Tel: 0404 453 45 | Email: info@lynhamsoflaragh.ie
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2. THE WOODENBRIDGE HOTEL Celebrate the Festive Season at Ireland’s Oldest Hotel Experience the magic of Christmas at Woodenbridge Hotel & Lodge, nestled in the heart of the Wicklow Vale. From festive nights out with family, friends and colleagues to a memorable Christmas Day celebration, let us make this festive season one to remember. Gather, Celebrate & Enjoy the Festive Season Looking for a warm and welcoming setting to gather with family, friends or colleagues this Christmas? Celebrate in the cosy surroundings of the Bistro, where delicious food, festive cheer and great company come together. Available every day from Friday, 27th November to Wednesday, 23rd December, between 5pm and 9pm. Enjoy a 3-course festive menu with tea or coffee and a glass of Prosecco on arrival for €55 per person. Our festive menu features a delicious selection of seasonal favourites, including Traditional Oven-Baked Stuffed Turkey & Honey Glazed Ham, Slow Roasted Shank of Wicklow Lamb, Pan-Fried Sea Bass and much more. Live music every Friday & Saturday night, making your Christmas night out even more special. Woodenbridge Hotel & Lodge, Vale of Avoca, Co Wicklow, Y14 XT95. Tel: 0402 35146
3. THE ARKLOW BAY HOTEL Shared Christmas Party Nights Get into the festive spirit at Arklow Bay Hotel with one of our popular Shared Christmas Party Nights. Whether you're celebrating with friends, family or colleagues, enjoy a memorable evening filled with great food, fantastic live entertainment and plenty of festive cheer. Our Shared Christmas Party Nights take place throughout December 2026, on Friday 4th, Saturday 5th, Friday 11th, and Saturday 12th December. Wise Guys will provide the live entertainment on 4th and 5th December, while Déjà Vu will take to the stage on 11th and 12th December. Each evening finishes with DJ Donal, keeping the dance floor full until late. Your evening includes a delicious three-course festive dinner, followed by live music and dancing. Tickets are €62 per person Arklow Bay Hotel, Sea Road, Arklow, Co Wicklow. Y14 DX02 | Tel: 0402 26200
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THE BRASS FOX – CHRISTMAS PARTY BOOKINGS 2026 Celebrate this Christmas in style with our exclusively Reserved Areas, finger food options, tempting festive treats, and our sumptuous seasonal set menu. We have a number of tailormade Christmas Packages to suit all tastes and budgets! We have spaces for rowdy gangs, spaces for family get-togethers, and of course spaces for restrained Private Dinner Parties too! Whatever you’re into, we’ve got you covered! We’ll be decked out with Christmas decorations and playing your favourite party and festive tunes to get you into the festive spirit. We are the perfect destination for a Christmas to remember! We can cater for small groups of 5 or large groups of up to 120 people! Because no party is too big or too small! The Brass Fox, 14-15 Leitrim Pl, Wicklow, A67 Y429. Tel: 0404 64432 | www.thebrassfox.ie
4. THE PARKVIEW HOTEL Christmas Party Nights at The Parkview Hotel include Bucks Fizz on arrival, a three-course meal, live entertainment, a professional DJ and late bar. LiveWire performs on Friday, 4th and Friday, 18th of December, with packages from €69 per person. Smash Hits takes over Friday, 11th and Saturday, 12th of December, with packages from €79. A €30 deposit per person secures a booking. Main Street, Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow | Tel: 01-2015600 Email: events@parkviewhotel.ie
5. DRUIDS GLEN RESORT Druids Glen offers several ways to celebrate Christmas, including a lively Shared Party Night on 5th December and private gatherings in the resort’s dining rooms or Woodstock House. Christmas by Candlelight follows on Thursday, 10th December, featuring acclaimed conductor and composer Frank McNamara. The package includes an overnight stay with breakfast, a two-course meal in Hugo’s Restaurant and concert admission. Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow | Tel: 01-2870800 Email: sales@druidsglenresort.com
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6. THE WICKLOW HEATHER Christmas at The Wicklow Heather brings seasonal dining to the heart of the Wickow Mountains. Carefully created menus showcase Irish produce and familiar festive flavours in the restaurant’s warm, characterfilled surroundings. Larger celebrations can be hosted in the Writer’s Room, which accommodates up to 90 guests for dinner, with space for live music to continue the celebrations into the evening. Glendalough Road, Brockagh, Laragh, Co. Wicklow | Tel: 0404-45157 Email: bookings@wicklowheather.ie
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CHRISMTAS PARTIES AT LYNHAMS OF LARAGH HOTEL Lynhams Hotel in Laragh is a popular venue for Functions and Parties. We can tailor make menus and packages to suit your needs and our helpful staff will be delighted to assist in planning your special event for the beginning and throughout. The River Room is perfect for all types of functions and Parties catering for up to 50 - 150 guests and has its only private bar in the room. Lynhams Hotel, Laragh, Co Wicklow | T: 0404 45345 Email: info@lynhamsoflaragh.ie
7. CHESTER BEATTY INN Not every Christmas party needs a packed dance floor. For groups who prefer great food, festive drinks and time together, Chester Beatty Inn in Ashford offers a characterfilled night out. Book dinner in its award-winning restaurant, continue the evening with drinks beside the open fire and stay overnight in the inn’s comfortable rooms once the celebrations come to an end. Main Street, Ashford, Co. Wicklow | Tel: 0404-40206 | Email: info@chesters.ie
8. POWERSCOURT HOTEL Christmas Parties & Private Dining Rejoice in some end-ofyear cheer and celebrate the festive season at Powerscourt Hotel. Amidst the scenic Powerscourt Estate, take in the merry atmosphere which awaits this winter throughout the hotel and grounds. Take time to enjoy an intimate gathering in The Douglas or choose from our beautifully appointed and newly refurbished banqueting suites to host your occasion. Our chefs have specially designed seasonal menus which feature both threecourse lunch and dinner menus to choose from. Seat up to 500 banquet style in the lavishly furnished Ballroom or relax with those nearest and dearest to you in Laragh room. Our dedicated Event Team can assist with deciding on what space might suit your needs best this festive season. Powerscourt Hotel, Powerscourt Estate, Co Wicklow. A98 DR12 | Tel: 01 274 8888 30
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9. THE MARTELLO For a Christmas party by the sea, The Martello in Bray combines private celebrations with a lively weekend atmosphere. Its function room accommodates up to 120 guests, with a full bar, catering and seafront views. Live music runs Friday, Saturday and Sunday in the heated beer garden. Friday and Saturday also bring late-night DJ’s and Koo Nightclub. 47 Strand Road, Bray. Co. Wicklow | Tel: 01-2868000 Email: info@themartello.ie
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10. THE GLENMALURE LODGE
Wicklow Way, Carriglinneen, Glenmalure. Co. Wicklow | Tel: 0404-46188 | Email: info@glenmalurelodge.ie
Bring your Christmas celebrations into the heart of Wicklow Town at O’Sheas Corner. Gather your workmates, friends or family for delicious food, festive drinks and the welcoming buzz of this characterful neighbourhood bar. Whether you are planning dinner, cocktails or a full evening together, it offers all the ingredients for a lively local Christmas party without the formal hotel setting Abbey St, Wicklow Town. Co. Wicklow | Tel: 0404-54709 Email: info@osheascorner.ie
11. MICKEY FINN’S Christmas at Mickey Finn’s brings together roaring fires, hearty food and the unmistakable buzz of a traditional Wicklow pub. Groups can settle into the private Snug, atmospheric Bistro or spacious Beer Hall, with dining available. Add locally brewed Wicklow beer and the possibility of live music, and Redcross becomes a lively choice for this year’s festive gathering. Main Street, Redcross. Co. Wicklow | Tel: 0404-41661 Email: wicklowbrewingcompany@gmail.com | www.wicklowbrewery.ie
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Wicklow’s Party Venues
Swap the Christmas rush for a celebration in the heart of Glenmalure Valley. Glenmalure Lodge’s private dining room can be transformed for the festive gatherings, creating a warm, characterful setting for colleagues, friends and family. With special Christmas party menus available and staff on hand to help plan your lunch or evening meal, it is a wonderfully relaxed seasonal choice.
Take Christmas celebrations to the seafront at Butler & Barry, where great food, creative cocktails and relaxed surroundings set the tone for a brilliant night out. Gather colleagues, friends or family for dinner and drinks beside Bray Promenade, then settle in and enjoy the evening. Stylish with-out feeling formal, it is a sociable choice for festive get-togethers of every kind. Strand Road, Bray. Co. Wicklow | Tel: 01-2865413 Email: hello@butlerandbarry.com
CELEBRATE THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS AT N11 ASHFORD HOUSE! Looking for the perfect spot for your Christmas party or festive get-together? Join us at N11 Ashford House Restaurant & Pub for a warm, cozy atmosphere, delicious seasonal menus, and great company! Why Choose Us? • Ideal for work parties, family dinners, and friendly catch-ups • Festive drinks & traditional Christmas favourites • Great vibes, friendly service & memorable nights Book now and make your Christmas sparkle at N11 Ashford House!
Tel: 0404 42481 or email n11ashfordhouse@gmail.com to reserve your table today – spaces filling fast!
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A great Saturday night doesn’t have to mean expensive plans, taxis or crowded venues. Sometimes, staying home is exactly what everyone needs. Whether it’s a family film night, a cosy dinner for two, friends gathered around the television or a quiet evening to yourself, Wicklow has everything required to make it special. Order from a favourite local takeaway, pick up drinks and snacks, choose something worth watching and settle in. In the pages ahead, you’ll find local takeaways, shops and movie recommendations to help you enjoy an easy affordable Saturday night without feeling like you’re missing out.
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TYLER PERRY’S DOING LIFE A single mother fighting to survive and a reformed ex-con with untapped talent find in each other an unlikely second chance.
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O’Briens Wines, Vevay Road, Bray, T: 01 286 8776
Milano’s TAKEAWAY
Open 7 Days Monday – Sunday: 12noon – 10pm
Collection Only
01 274 5585 92 Strand Road Bray Egan Business Centre, Upper Dargle Road Bray, Co. Wicklow A98H526. Tel: 01 286 5755
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As rivals threaten the Harrigan family’s criminal empire, fixer Harry Da Souza struggles to keep them united. Betrayal fuels violence, loyalties fracture, and their fight for power becomes increasingly deadly.
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Mistral Belles Eaux Syrah Origin: France Was: €15.99 Now €9.99
A goat with big dreams gets a shot to join the pros and play roarball, a high-intensity sport dominated by the fiercest animals.
Scorpius Sauvignon Blanc Origin: New Zealand Was: €18.99 Now €12.99 It's a beautiful Sauvignon Blanc, with fragrant herbal aromas and citrus flavours. A top-quality wine at an excellent price
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Newtownmountkennedy Co Wicklow | Tel: 01 201 1511 indianspicenewtown@gmail.com www.indianspicenmk.ie
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Peroni 12 Pack (33cl Bottles) Only €17.49
Birra Moretti 12 Pack (33cl Bottles) Only €15.99
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Tel: 01 287 4041 Tel: 01 287 4067 Online: www.royalpark.ie Church Road, Greystones, Co Wicklow
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This is a delicious Languedoc red packed with fruity aromas and flavours underpinned by hints of pepper and spice. It's a lovely wine to pair with French cheeses.
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THE DOLL Much to her family’s chagrin, the proud aristocrat Izabeka has rejected every potential suitor – until the enigmatic Stanislaw enters her social circle.
Mon – Sun: 5.00pm – 12.00am
Tel: 01 287 5412
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Tel: 0404 67560 Tel: 0404 67769 Opening Hours: Mon – Sun: 12 – 11pm; Delivery Hours: Mon – Sun: 5 – 11pm
Local Area: €2.00 | Rathnew: €3.00 | Ashford €5.00
ORDER ONLINE: www.francescosdiner.ie WE ACCEPT ONLINE PAYMENTS FOR FLIPDISH.
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OFFER VALID 15TH OCT – 28TH OCT
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Fitzwilliam Square, Wicklow Town
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Delivery: Mon – Sun, 5pm – 11pm Local Delivery Charge:
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5 of Wicklow’s Top Wedding Venues
To the moon and back mountain views; other place couples close to the coast, lively towns or peaceful woodland. The right choice is the one that reflects the day you want to create.
Long after the flowers have been cleared and the final song has played, it is the setting that frames so many memories of a wedding day. The ceremony entrance, the photographs, the meal and the first dance all unfold within the venue a couple chooses. Across Wicklow, historic estates, contemporary hotels and character-filled venues provide very different ways to celebrate. Some offer sweeping countryside and
Choosing a wedding venue is a big decision, so look beyond appearances alone. Consider what is included in the package, the number of guests it can comfortably accommodate, bedroom availability, transport, accessibility and the plan for poor weather. Ask about ceremony spaces, menus, minimum numbers and additional costs before paying a deposit. Visit each venue in person and picture how the full day will flow. Look at where guests will gather, where photographs can be taken and how easily everyone can move between the ceremony, drinks reception, meal and evening celebration. To help begin your search, we have selected five Wicklow
wedding venues, each offering its own setting, character and approach to your day: venues, organise a sit-down chat with your other half, in which you brainstorm ideas for your wedding day and settle on the kind of party you want to throw.
1. The Arklow Bay Hotel. 2. The Parkview Hotel. 3. Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort. 4. The Glenview Hotel. 5. Summerhill House Hotel.
WATERSIDE WEDDINGS AT THE ARKLOW BAY HOTEL Say '"I do" with stunning sea views in our outdoor ceremony space at Kynochs Enjoy drinks in the Garden Bar before dining and dancing in our elegant Bay Suite Ballroom With 91 bedrooms, your guests can celebrate and stay under one roof Your dream day, made unforgettable Contact our Wedding Team today: weddingsandevents@arklowbay.com / t: 0402 26200
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5 of Wicklow’s Top Wedding Venues
The Glenview Hotel offers the perfect setting for your special day along with our reimagined outdoor Ceremony Gardens. Our customisable wedding packages are designed to make planning effortless, with every detail thoughtfully considered to ensure your wedding day reflects your own unique style. Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate celebration or a grand occasion, we’re here to help bring your vision to life. Enquire by emailing catherine.ogorman@glenviewhotel.com and discover how we can help make your wedding day truly special. From your first enquiry, our dedicated Weddings Team will guide and support you every step of the way, creating an unforgettable, magical wedding day that you and your guests will cherish forever!
Beautiful Country House Hotel, F antastic Wedding Venue
Once Upon a Time... Nestled in the lush green hills of Wicklow, there stands a beautiful country house where wedding dreams come to life. Set in the picturesque village of Enniskerry, Summerhill House Hotel combines old-world charm, breathtaking gardens and the magnificent Wicklow Mountains to create an enchanting setting for your special day. From the long-wooded driveway and twinkling outdoor lights to the elegant Ivy Suite Ballroom, every detail adds a little magic. Hosting up to 250 guests, with 52 bedrooms including a beautifully appointed Honeymoon Suite, your celebrations can continue long into the night. Head Chef Mark Duggan and his team create memorable wedding menus celebrating seasonal flavours, fresh produce and locally sourced ingredients. With an experienced team by your side to take care of every detail, all that remains is to enjoy the day you’ve dreamed of. Your happily ever after begins at Summerhill House Hotel.
Enniskerry Demesne, Cookstown, Enniskerry, Co Wicklow, A98 WA40 Tel: 01 286 7928 | Email: info@summerhillhousehotel.com
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To the moon and back
Lakeside Luxury Awaits
A Beautiful Backdrop for Your Wedding in the Wicklow Countryside A timeless setting surrounded by the natural beauty of Wicklow, where
unforgettable moments become lasting memories.
Sports Focus FIGHT NIGHT SAT 17TH OCTOBER
1 team – 1 mission
LEOPARDSTOWN AUTUMNFEST 2025
FORMULA 1 – USA
SAT 17TH & SUN 18TH OCTOBER Have a Wicked Weekend at Leopardstown Racecourse's for our final two flat race meetings of the year. Our two-day meeting will be a feast for all ages!
Joaquin Buckley v Mike Malott Cody Chovancek v Suyoung You Chad Anheliger v Steven Koslow
FIGHT NIGHT SAT 31ST OCTOBER
Renato Moicano v Tom Nolan Nick Klein v Joseph Kropschot
IRELAND FOOTBALL
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Saturday is the big day out - with two stakes races and Sunday is family fun day, with loads of spooky games and thrilling experiences for the whole family! Children U14 Go Free! Leopardstown Racecourse, Foxrock, Dublin 18. Tel: 01 2890500 |www.leopardstown.com
CANELO V MBILLI SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31ST, 2026 RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA WBC, WORLD SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT TITLE Riyadh plays host to the highly anticipated must-watch 'Mexico v’s The World' card, with poundfor-pound superstar Canelo Alvarez (63-3-2) returning to face WBC Super Middleweight champion Christian Mbilli (290-1) in a sensational DAZN PPV main event. Alvarez and Mbilli hit hard and proved to have marvellous chins throughout their respective careers. All signs should point to the fight reaching the final bell for a decision.
TEXAS CIRCUIT OF THE AMERICAS GRAND PRIX
SAT, OCTOBER 24 TH
QUALIFYING: 22.00 – 23.00
SUN, OCTOBER 25 TH RACE DAY: 22.00
If the corners at COTA seem familiar, they should be. Turns 3 through 6 look not dissimilar to Silverstone's highspeed run through Maggotts/Becketts or the S Curves at Suzuka, while Turns 12 through 15 mimic Hockenheim's stadium section. Meanwhile, the uphill run into wide, wide Turn 1 – hey, everything’s bigger in Texas, right? – never fails
UFC 333 SAT 24 TH OCTOBER
DANIEL DUBOIS V FABIO WARDLEY 2 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17TH 2026, THE 02 LONDON Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley will collide in a rematch for the world heavyweight title after their thrilling first contest. Dubois ripped the WBO belt from Wardley, and took his undefeated record, in a sensational first fight which is remembered as one of the great all-British heavyweight bouts. Dubois got up from two early knock-downs to batter Wardley, who refused to go down despite a bloodied and swollen face, and force the referee to halt the action in Round 11. Rather than warm up to the rematch, Wardley has opted to dive straight back in to fight Dubois again. Dubois (23-3, 22 KOs) and Wardley (20-1-1, 19 KOs) will rematch on Saturday Oct. 17 at The O2 in London.
Alexander Volkanovski v Movsar Evloev Petr Yan v Merab Dvalishvili Arnold Allen v Aaron Pico Azamat Murzakanov v Dominick Reyes Loneer Kavanagh v Ramazan Temirov Alexander Volkov v Rizvan Kuniev
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PDC GRAND SLAM OF DARTS 2026 14TH – 22ND NOVEMBER, WOLVERHAMPTON
NOVEMBER FIXTURES 2025 Ireland conclude their inaugural Nations Championship campaign in November 2026, playing the last three rounds during the Autumn Internationals.
A Unique Event with a Group Stage Format. The Grand Slam of Darts 2026 runs from Saturday 14th to Sunday the 22nd of November 2026 at WV Active Aldersley, Wolverhampton, live on Sky Sports. The Mr Vegas Grand Slam of Darts brings together champions and finalists from across various PDC tournaments. The unique event opens with a group stage, with 48 players hoping to reach the knockout phase and then scoop the £200,000 prize. World No. 1 Luke Littler will undoubtedly enter the tournament as one of the heavy favourites, having put together a historic year by winning six premier ma-
RUGBY NATIONS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2026
Following their summer fixtures, Ireland will take on Argentina, Fiji and South Africa at the Aviva Stadium in the autumn. jor titles in 2026. Other top contenders who are highly likely to challenge for the title include reigning World Champion runner-up Gian van Veen, World No. 2 Luke Humphries, and premier veterans like Gerwyn Price and Jonny Clayton.
Ireland will also play a fourth match at Twickenham on Finals Weekend (27–29 November), with their opponent determined by the final standings after the earlier rounds. Friday 06th November, Kick Off – 8:10pm
IRELAND V ARGENTINA
Saturday 14th November, Kick Off – 8:10pm
IRELAND V FIJI
Saturday 21st November, Kick Off – 4:40pm
IRELAND V SOUTH AFRICA
OCTOBER – NOVEMBER 2026 SATURDAY 17TH OCTOBER
SUNDAY 25TH OCTOBER
12.30 Everton v Chelsea 15.00 Fulham v Hull 15.00 Man City v Ipswich 15.00 Brentford v Liverpool 17.30 Newcastle v Aston Villa
14.00 Hull v Brentford 14.00 Liverpool v Brighton 14.00 Man Utd v Bournemouth 14.00 Palace v Newcastle 16.30 Sunderland v Leeds
SUNDAY 18TH OCTOBER
SATURDAY 31ST OCTOBER
14.00 Brighton v Palace 14.00 Bournemouth v Sunderland 14.00 Leeds v Man Utd 16.30 Notts Forest v Arsenal
12.30 Chelsea v Man Utd 15.00 Bournemouth v Leeds 15.00 Coventry v Sunderland 15.00 Man City v Brighton 15.00 Brentford v Notts Forest 15.00 Hull v Ipswich 17.30 Spurs v Palace 20.00 Aston Villa v Fulham
MONDAY 19 OCTOBER TH
20.00 Spurs v Coventry
FRIDAY 23RD OCTOBER 20.00 Ipswich v Notts Forest
SATURDAY 24TH OCTOBER 12.30 Aston Villa v Man City 15.00 Coventry v Fulham 15.00 Arsenal v Everton 17.30 Chelsea v Spurs
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE GROUP FIXTURES
MATCH 3 OF 8 TUE 20TH OCTOBER 20:00 PSG v Barcelona 20:00 Man City v AEK 20:00 Liverpool v Villareal
MATCH 3 OF 8 WED 21ST OCTOBER 17:45 Como v Man Utd 20:00 Bayern v Arsenal 20:00 Aton Villa v Viking
MATCH 4 OF 8 TUE 3RD NOVEMBER
16.30 Liverpool v Arsenal
20:00 Barcelona v Aston Villa 20:00 Man Utd v Roma 20:00 Liverpool v Villareal
MONDAY 02ND NOVEMBER
MATCH 4 OF 8 WED 4TH NOVEMBER
SUNDAY 01 NOVEMBER ST
20.00 Newcastle v Everton
17:45 Fenerbahce v Liverpool 20:00 RB Leipzig v Man City 20:00 Slavia Praha v Arsenal
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New Movie Releases & Games
THE SOCIAL RECKONING ARKLOW
DIGGER Release Date: 2nd October 2026 Powerful businessman Digger Rockwell races to convince the world he can save humanity from a catastrophic disaster of his own making. Tom Cruise leads Alejandro G. Inarritu’s darkly comic, wildly ambitious tale of ego, power, consequences and desperate redemption against time.
GIRLS LIKE GIRLS Release Date: 2nd October 2026 After her mother’s death, seventeen-year-old Coley moves to rural Oregon and meets freespirited Sonya. Across one sun-drenched summer, their growing connection awakens unexpected feelings, forcing both girls to confront uncertainty, self-doubt and the courage required to embrace their first love openly.
Release Date: 9th October 2026 Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen joins forces with Wall Street Journal reporter Jeff Horwitz to expose the company’s damaging internal practices. As Mark Zuckerberg faces scrutiny, their investigation reveals how one of the world’s most powerful platforms shaped society and political unrest.
STREET FIGHTER Release Date: 16th October 2026 Estranged fighters Ryu and Ken are drawn back into combat when Chun-Li recruits them for the World Warrior Tournament. As brutal contests unfold, a deadly conspiracy emerges, forcing the former friends to confront each other, their troubled pasts and formidable enemies.
GHOSTS: THE POSSESSION OF BUTTON HOUSE Release Date: 23rd October 2026 Alison and Mike return to Button House for one more supernatural adventure alongside its eccentric resident ghosts. With the story under wraps, the beloved British comedy
terrorised residents 15 years earlier. When rumours emerge that he may have had an accomplice, the town’s dark past begins to resurface. Lock the doors. Latch the windows. Listen for the whispers.
promises familiar chaos, heartfelt moments, new faces and another encounter between the living and the dead
I PLAY ROCKY Release Date: 13th November 2026 Struggling actor Sylvester Stallone writes Rocky but refuses to surrender the screenplay unless Hollywood lets him play the leading role. Risking everything on his unlikely dream, he battles rejection and impossible odds to create cinema’s ultimate underdog story – and become one himself
THE HUNGER GAMES: SUNRISE ON THE REAPING Release Date: 20th November 2026 Twenty-four years before Katniss Everdeen’s rebellion, young Haymitch Abernathy is chosen for the fiftieth Hunger Games, a brutal Quarter Quell featuring twice the usual tributes. Inside the arena, he forms a dangerous alliance and begins challenging the Capitol’s ruthless control system.
FOCKER IN-LAW Release Date: 27th November 2026
Starring Ben Affleck and the always amazing Gillian Anderson.
BELOW
SUSPENSEFUL | THRILLER
PSYCHOLOGICAL | DARK
QUIRKY | HEARTFELT
ANIMALS
DARK | SUSPENSEFUL
THE WHISPER MAN
CRIME | BASED ON A BOOK A grieving father and his young son move to the quiet town of Garretton, where a serial killer known as the Whisper Man
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In 1971 Durham, North Carolina, civil rights activist Ann Atwater confronts C. P. Ellis, the Ku Klux Klan’s Exalted Cyclops, over school integration. Starring Taraji P. Henson and Sam Rockwell, this is a must-watch.
MONSTER: THE LIZZIE BORDEN STORY
REMARKABLY BRIGHT CREATURES
While working nights at a local aquarium, elderly widow Tova forms unexpected bonds and uncovers a life-changing secret that could restore her sense of joy and wonder. Starring the delightful Sally Field and Ireland’s own Colm Meaney.
When Henry Focker becomes engaged to confident Olivia Jones, Greg suddenly finds himself behaving like the suspicious fatherin-law he once feared. With Jack Byrnes joining the interrogation, a new generation enters the circle of trust, unleashing questions, clashes and family chaos.
When a mysterious sea creature terrorises a coastal town, a fisherman struggles to protect his family and his community’s vanishing way of life. Starring Josh Hartnett and Mackenzie Davis, something lurks beneath the water.
BEST OF ENEMIES
INSPIRING | BIOGRAPHICAL DRAMA
When their son is kidnapped, a Los Angeles mayoral candidate and his wife find themselves drawn into a web of deception. As they scramble to raise the ransom payment, they're forced to make choices that could tear their world apart.
The fourth instalment of the ‘Monster’ series tells the story of Lizzie Andrew Borden (19 July 1860–1 June 1927). Trapped in a cruel Victorian household, Lizzie is accused of killing her parents with an axe in a gruesome crime that shocks the nation. But was she guilty, or was the housekeeper responsible?
Book Reviews and Movies to Rent DUBRAY BOOKS BRAY 10 MAIN STREET, BRAY, CO WICKLOW. TEL: 01 286 9370 | EMAIL: BRAY@DUBRAYBOOKS.IE
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ONE PAN WINS NEVEN MAGUIRE €26 .99
Neven Maguire's brand-new collection of amazing meals requires just one pan, pot, tray or tin. Make weeknights deliciously doable with recipes such as: Lazy Beef Lasagne - all of the comfort, none of the fuss; Thai Salmon and Green Vegetable Curry - a vibrant oven-roasted curry; Slow Roast Spiced Leg of Lamb fragrant, tender and effortless; Spinach and Feta Filo Pie - a golden, familyfriendly vegetarian bake; and Italian Sausages with Lentils - a hearty one-pot classic. And whip up weekend wonders such as Pistachio Banana Bread, Tiramisu Chocolate Squares and Caramelised Apricot Upside-Down Cake - all made with minimal mess. One pan. Big flavour. Zero stress.
THE STEPS SLYVESTER STALLONE €18.99
WE CHASE SHADOWS RICHARD OSMAN €16 .99
At sunrise, high in the Italian hills, a body is found on the steps of a beautiful private villa. On the body is a threatening note, signed by a mystery man. Back at We Solve Murders HQ, Amy, Rosie and Steve leap at the chance to take on their first proper case. So what if their new client seems to have his own reasons for avoiding the police? All they need to do is uncover who left the note and then find them. Simple. But once they start digging, the suspects keep piling up: there's Sweden's most-wanted criminal, a canny ex-wife and a fierce business rival - yet the murderer keeps evading them. And as the trio chase a villain through the shadows, danger travels closer to home.
GRUFFALO GRANNY JULIA DONALDSON €14 .99
The Gruffalo said to his daughter one day, "Your Gruffalo Granny is coming to stay." Only the best will do for Gruffalo Granny, so what to make for her welcome meal? And how can the little brown mouse make sure he isn't on the menu? Return to the deep dark wood with the first new Gruffalo story in over 20 years and meet Gruffalo Granny as she visits the Gruffalo family. This fresh and exciting adventure features the return of much-loved characters and is destined to become a classic.
THE CORRESPONDENT VIRGINIA EVANS €10.99
Sybil Van Antwerp is seventy-three, slowly losing her sight and always writing letters . . . To her children. Her favourite authors. Her ex-sister-in-law. The journalist poking into her past. Her doctor. Suitors. Kindly neighbours. The infuriating gardening club.All receive Sybil's witty, wise correspondence, rich with everyday concerns. But there is one letter that she has never sent. It concerns the darkest period of her life. To post it, Sybil must find forgiveness within herself. The hardest letter to write is the one you'd never dare to send.
SWAN SONG – DIANA MY SISTER CHARLES SPENCER €24 .99
Beautiful. Beloved. Hunted. The extraordinary life and death of Diana, as told by her brother, Charles. ‘When asked, ‘What was it like, growing up with Diana?’, my first thought is always, But I don’t know what it was like not to grow up with her…’ In September 1997, Charles Spencer stood in Westminster Abbey before a watching world and shared his grief at losing his beloved sister, Diana. Now, nearly thirty years later, he tells the astonishing story of his life with Diana and the tragic week of her death. As each other’s closest confidantes, endured extremely challenging boarding schools and helped each other through the agony of their parents’ divorce. Yet everything changed when Diana married the Prince of Wales, now King Charles III, and overnight became a global icon.
The End of Oak Street CERT 15
A mysterious cosmic event rips Oak Street from suburbia and transports a neighbourhood to someplace unknown. The Platt family soon discovers that their very survival depends on sticking together as they navigate their now unrecognisable surroundings.
Moana CERT PG
Leaving her island for the first time, young Moana embarks on an epic seafaring adventure to restore prosperity to her people.
Scary Movie – Extended Cut
New Releases to Rent or Buy
In the fifty years since Sylvester Stallone ran up the steps of the Philadelphia Art Museum, he and those steps have become symbols of resilience and determination and have inspired millions from all over the world to pursue their dreams. In The Steps, Stallone recounts how he pursued his own dreams. Sly shares where he came from - a difficult birth, an even more difficult childhood and he explains how the real story of a successful life is built by facing, embracing and ultimately overcoming our challenges. In a narrative framed between Stallone's arrival in New York City in 1969 and the triumph of Rocky at the 1977 Academy Awards, Sly weaves a vivid and propulsive portrait of struggle, subsistence and ultimately success.
A cybersecurity expert goes on the run from a powerful corporation after discovering classified secrets, joining a meteorologist to reveal a force beyond human understanding.
CERT 15
Twenty-six years after outrunning a suspiciously familiar masked killer, Shorty, Ray, Cindy and Brenda find themselves targeted by another mad slasher.
Obsession CERT 18
After breaking the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win his crush's heart, a hopeless romantic gets exactly what he asked for. However, he soon discovers that some desires come at a dark and sinister price.
TONY CERT 15
In this origin story of a voice that defined a generation, 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain stumbles into the chaotic world of a Cape Cod restaurant kitchen, setting off a summer that will shape the course of his life.
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Lorenza Corner Couch – Experience pure relaxation with the Lorenza. Upholstered in soft champagnecoloured fabric, this elegant armchair brings both comfort and modern convenience to your home.
The Nardo Sofa offers timeless comfort and style, upholstered in rich brown leather for a luxurious look and feel. It features a supportive design, making it a refined addition to any living space.
Columbia Dining Set – Light Oak (Choice of chair seat, Dark Brown Pu or Wooden Seat)
Doune Dining Table - This versatile table features an extending mechanism, allowing you to effortlessly adjust its size from 1200mm to 1650mm. The painted legs and oak veneer top combine classic style with modern functionality.
Falun Oval Dining Table Crafted with oak veneer and supported by solid oak legs.
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Winnie Corner Couch in Navy brings a rich, contemporary touch to any space with its deep-toned upholstery and stylish design.
Alex Bunkbed – Available in White or Grey, Size – 3ft
Elizabeth Bed Available in 4ft, 4ft 6’’, 5ft.
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