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IN WICKLOW

DECEMBER | 2021 # 80

Xmas in Wicklow

Gift Guides for Her & for Him

Cinema, Movies, Games & Book Reviews

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Your Guide to Shopping Local in Wicklow

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Local News

DECEMBER 2021

Inside our December issue we bring you all the local news from around your area. It is more important now than ever to remember to stay and shop local, help support your local businesses.

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From big name brands to beautiful boutiques, Bray and Enniskerry have a lot of things to offer shoppers this Christmas season. Be sure to pay a visit you will not be disappointed.

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Gift Guide – For Her

Struggling for ideas on what to get the woman in your life this Christmas? Well we’ve got you covered with these fabulous gift ideas that are guaranteed to put a smile on her face Christmas morning.

Christmas in Greystones, Newtownmountkennedy and Kilcoole

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A sneak preview of what these fabulous towns have in store for both visitors and locals alike. Shop local this Christmas season and support your local businesses while taking in the gorgeous lights and festive cheer.

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Gift Guide – for Him

Stuck for inspiration for the main man in your life this year? Check out our Christmas Gift ideas and last minute pickups that he’s sure to love.

Christmas in Wicklow Town & Ashford

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Everything you could possibly need is right here on our door-step this Christmas.

Why not browse around our beautiful and tranquil towns and do some Christmas gift shopping as you explore what your local town has to offer.

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Christmas In Roundwood

Take a trip to Roundwood to check out what this fabulous town has in store. Shop local this Christmas season and support your local businesses while taking in the gorgeous lights and festive cheer.

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Christmas In Arklow

Take a trip to Roundwood to check out what this fabulous town has in store. Shop local this Christmas season and support your local businesses while taking in the gorgeous lights and festive cheer.

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Sport Focus

We look at some of the world’s major up-coming sporting events in December. We cover all of the Premiership & Champions League Fixtures, a round-up of the PDC World Darts, Leopardstown Race Meetings, Formula 1 along with some of the huge fights in World Boxing and UFC.

Reviews on the biggest Sky Store, Netflix, Games and Books 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.

Christmas Desserts

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No Christmas table is without a choice of mouthwatering desserts. We present 3 great Christmas dessert recipes to impress your family members and guests alike

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Santa Claus at Powerscourt

Mermaid Art Centre

Rise Productions Presents – Fight Night (THEATRE) DATE: Friday 03rd December | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €18

Performed by five outstanding folk musicians/singers, the songs and tunes of LUKE KELLY, RONNIE DREW, BARNEY McKENNA, CIARAN BURKE and JOHN SHEEHAN is brought to life, creating a show of uncanny accuracy, in sound and appearance, of the internationally acclaimed DUBLINERS.

Ballet Ireland’s – Nutcracker Sweeties (DANCE) DATE: Tuesday 22nd – 23rd Dec | TIME: Wed – 4pm & 8pm / Thurs – 4pm | TICKETS: €30

Winner of Best Actor and Bewley’s Little Gem awards at Dublin Fringe, and nominated Best New Play at the Irish Times Theatre Awards, Aonghus Óg McAnally returns with his smash hit solo show Fight Night by Gavin Kostick for a 10th Anniversary nationwide tour. A gripping journey charting the comeback of Dan Coyle Jr, a failed amateur boxer living in the shadows of his overbearing father and his brother’s Olympic success.

After years out of the ring, the birth of his own son reignites his competitive fire, and he takes the first tentative steps on his road to redemption. This fast-paced and engaging solo performance combines intense physicality with a deeply emotional storytelling experience that will leave audiences both exhausted and exhilarated.

Marty Walsh Promotions Presents The Dubliners Show (MUSIC) DATE: Saturday 11th December| TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €25

It’s a magical Christmas Eve. Ciara and her brother Fionn are on a shopping trip to a famous department store in Dublin. They wander off from their parents and the magic of Nutcracker and Christmas begins...

The two are rescued by the Nutcracker doll who comes to life before Ciara shakes a snow globe creating a glorious blizzard of snowflakes. The Sugar Plum fairy greets them leading Ciara into the kingdom of the sweets where the beautiful Christmas windows come to life.

This holiday season, the curtain rises on Ballet Ireland’s Nutcracker Sweeties, a new production of one of the world’s favourite ballets.

Killruddery Farm Market Every Saturday: 10am – 4pm Killruddery’s Farm Market takes place in the charming horse yard – an ever-evolving food and shopping space that we continue to co-pioneer with a passionate collective of local producers & makers Bringing you organic vegetables from An Tairseach, baking from Days Kitchen, Sweet & Savoury Crepes from The Crepe Box, and freshly prepared, locally sourced street food from Flip ‘n’ Awesome. The market features both local and world arts, crafts, fashion, body care, homeware and vintage items, as well as our own Farm Shop. Free Parking & Admission into the Horse Yard.

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Santa is more excited than ever to be coming to Avoca Powerscourt this Christmas! Back after a year off having been forced to rest up in the North Pole with Mrs. Claus and his favourite reindeer, we are absolutely delighted to welcome back the man himself this year!

Tickets now on sale! You can book to see Santa starting on Saturday 20th November, all the way up until the 23rd of December. The price per ticket is €16 per child plus €1.50 fee per booking, and bookings can only be processed online at www.avoca.com While you’re browsing the store and saying hello to Santa, why not complete your Christmas outing with some hot chocolate from our café and a visit to the gardens? It’s a fun day out for all the family to get in the festive spirit.

Christmas Eve Jingle 2021

Mermaid Arts Centre, Main Street, Bray, Co Wicklow Box Office: 01 272 40390 | www.mermaidartscentre.ie

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On Christmas Eve at 6pm everyone should come outside onto their doorsteps and ring a bell for 2 minutes to spread Christmas spirit and to help Santa fly his sleigh.

It has been an awful year and it would be a fantastic memory much like the clap for our heroes we did throughout lockdown for everyone takes part. Let’s end 2021 with a bit of Magic, hope and togetherness!

Christmas Table Centre Piece Workshop DATE: Sunday 19th Dec | COST: €150 (Adults Only) | LOCATION: Killruddery House

Join us the week before Christmas in a Table Centre Piece Workshop with mulled wine and lunch. We invite you to join us to develop your scene setting skills with a natural style, bringing joy to your Christmas Celebrations.

Materials are supplied from our cut flower boarder, woodlands and hedgerows of Killruddery to best represent this time of year and seasonality, with some additional materials from our selection at Killruddery Farm Shop.

Enjoy a mulled wine with mince pie on arrival near our Cut Flower Room, a woodland walk, the workshop will be held in our Victorian Orangery and lunch will be served in the Grain Store Cafe.

This workshop is for anyone who wants to enjoy creating using lots of beautiful seasonal material.

For more information visit: www.killruddery.com

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Voted Best Santa Experience November 18 to December 23, 2017 www.christmasisland.ie Tickets booked online:

Tickets Booked Online: www.christmasisland.ie Adults €14.50, Children €18.50 and Babies €7.50 Adults: €18.50 | Children: (1 – 12 Years) €24.50 Infants: (0 – 11mts) €10.00

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The Santa Experience for festive fun and an unforgettable and unique Christmas experience!

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Celebrate Christmas at Powerscourt Hotel Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa in Wicklow is famous for its breath-taking location in the Wicklow mountains. A warm welcome awaits you whether you are planning a Christmas Day getaway with family, or catching up with old friends, Powerscourt Hotel Resort & Spa is the place to celebrate this festive season.

Experience the finest five service and let our experienced team take care of you, we promise to make it truly memorable. Start planning your Christmas getaway today, whether you are planning to spend this magical time of year at Powerscourt Hotel, or looking to book a festive feast on Christmas Day.

Powerscourt Hotel, Powerscourt, Co Wicklow.

Tel: 01 274 8888 | Email: info@powerscourthotel.com

Christmas Island 2021 Join us at Christmas Island for festive fun and an unforgettable and unique Christmas experience!

November 20th 2021 December 23rd, 2021.

Your experience will include an exciting journey on The North Pole Express train, a trip to Christmas Island where you’ll meet Santa’s Elves for activities and entertainment.

Then you’re off to see the big man himself! All children will receive a present from Santa. Be sure to bring your camera for lots of photo opportunities!!

Rathdrum, Co Wicklow. Tel: 086 727 2872 www.christmasisland.ie | info@christmasisland.ie

The Wicklow Christmas Market 2021 The Wicklow Christmas Market 2021 will take place at Leitrim Place, The Murrough, Wicklow Town from the 21st of November to the 21st of December.

We are pleased to announce this Market is FREE to the public, and offers food, activities and entertainment for everyone in the family. Start your Christmas shopping, visit Santa and spend the day enjoying the sights and sounds of Christmas. The Wicklow Christmas Market is the perfect way to ring in the festive season.

Activities will include:

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• Food vendors offering culinary delights from around the globe.

• Local artisans selling handmade crafts, gifts and art.

• Fun Fair including carnival rides and games.

• Alpaca experience • Visit with Santa and his elves • New this year - Eco Ice Rink

For more information visit: www.wicklowchristmasmarket.com

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Your Guide to Shopping Local in Wicklow RUSSBOROUGH HOUSE AND PARK

Santa’s Cabin

Book now for a thrilling Santa Adventure amongst the treetops in the magical woods of Russborough House and Park and find your way to Santa’s Cabin!

A Santa Adventure for all the family.

Journey to Santa’s Cabin:

TICKETS: €26.50 | Family Ticket: (4 persons) €98.00 (Booking fee’s Apply)| DATES: 20/12/2021 – 02/01/2022 | VENUE: Liberty Hall Theatre, Dublin.

Mirror Mirror on the wall, which is the fairest panto of them all? Why, it’s Snow White at the Liberty Hall Theatre Dublin of course!

Join us this December as we whisk you off on another fantastic journey into Panto Land for the Fairest Panto of them all ‘Snow White’. Meet Dame Nellie, Muddles, Snow White & Prince Harry Hunkadore as they battle against the Wicked Queen Dragonella played by the wonderfully talented Eurovision winner ‘Niamh Kavanagh’.

Will good triumph over evil? or will the Wicked Queen become the fairest in the land once more? Only one way to find out!

Drop along and see for yourself this Christmas time, at Dublin’s favourite traditional family panto - The Liberty Panto Dublin.

For more Information: www.libertypanto.com

RDS Singers Christmas Concert & Dinner

Let the fairy lights guide you along our enchanted woodland trail. Strap in to your harness and zip line through the trees. Traverse the low rope obstacle course to earn your cup of hot chocolate before completing your journey to Santa’s Cabin in the woods.

Plenty of games and activities on-site so there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Santa’s Cabin will open weekends between 2pm - 8pm from the 27th November 2021 and open daily from the 20th - 24th December.

You’ll find Santa’s Cabin nestled in the woods on the grounds of Russborough House, with panoramic views over the Blessington lakes, this location is perfect for a family day out.

For further information: Tel: 085 260 2930 | Email: info@santascabin.ie www.santascabin.ie

Moya Brennan - Clannad DATE: Friday 3rd December | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €35.00

Moya Brennan, the Voice of Clannad & First Lady of Celtic Music, brings the unique atmosphere of her music to the Whale Theatre for a specially produced seasonal show of celebration and reflection.

Moya, along with her multi-talented Irish band, will draw not only on a rich selection of traditional Irish and European Christmas songs and carols but also her enticing repertoire of well-known solo & Clannad songs. The show has never failed to warm the heart and carry the spirit and message of the season.

Whale Theatre, Greystones, Co Wicklow. Tel: 01 201 0550 | www.whaletheatre.ie

Wicklow Santa Dash 5k|10k|Run 2021 Our 5th annual Wicklow Santa dash 5k / 10k run /walk will take place Saturday 4th December 2021, from Jack Whites Inn, Co Wicklow (A67HE06) This promises to be a fun day out for all the family, so why not come join us to start getting into the festive spirit this December! We are very grateful to Jack Whites for allowing us to use their grounds again.

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DATE: Friday 17th December | TIME: 18:30pm – 19:15pm | LOCATION: RDS Library

Routes: The 5km is a very fast flat out and back open to athletes, fun runners, joggers and walkers.

Join the RDS Singers for a Christmas carol singalong in the beautiful surroundings of the RDS Library, followed by a gourmet dinner in the Members’ Club.

The 10km route is a little up and down in places but at least 7km is completely flat and we have been told in the past it’s a very fast 10k. The 10km is also open to athletes, fun runners, joggers and walkers.

For more information Tel: 01240 7296 .

There will be a Bespoke medal for all finishers along with a Bling Hunters Trolley token for all adult finisherss

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www.kavanaghchristmastrees.ie

Kavanagh Christmas Trees

Kavanagh Christmas trees are a family business situated in the Wicklow Mountains. The farm is situated 900 feet above sea level, which is ideal for the pioneering species of Christmas trees that we grow.

If you purchase a Christmas tree online, we make a donation per tree to the Irish Osteoporosis Society Charity. Recycling your tree – Every customer is informed of where his or her local re-cycling centre is.

Our high altitude site is ideally suited to producing excellent, strong needle retaining species as the soil is

dry and the wind is strong and this is the optimum conditions that the trees receive.

We have won the Irish Christmas Tree Growers competition more times than any other grower and in the I.C.T.G Annual Competition 2021 we won 1st prize in Noble Nordmann & Korean Fir along with best Tree of the show.

“We provide a delivery and collection service from our Farm Shop”

Retail Trees: • Noble Fir • Korean Fir • Lasiocarpa Fir • Nordmann Fir

We are open every day from 10am – 8pm. Tel Christy on 087 418 8410 Kavanagh Christmas Tree’s, Glendarragh, Newtownmountkennedy | A63 E270.

Just 5 minutes from the N11 & Fully Signposted from Fishers of Newtown.

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The Fureys

Russborough House

THE HELIX

PARKLANDS WALKS You can explore Russborough’s beautiful demense on foot with one of our walking routes, in the heart of the beautiful Wicklow countryside.

DATE: Tuesday 28th December 2021 | TICKETS: €35.00 | VENUE: The Mahony Hall | TIME: 8.00pm

Choose from the 2km wildlife trail, which passes through our wildlife habitat, the 2km woodland and rhododendron trail, or combine them for a longer, more satisfying walk. There are information boards along both routes full of interesting facts about Russborough and its flora and fauna. These easy walking routes take in breathtaking scenery, secluded spots, and the best views of the stunning Palladian mansion.

Legends of Irish music & song The FUREYS, renowned for their hit songs ‘I will love you’, ‘When you were sweet 16’, ‘The Green fields of France’, ‘The old man’, ‘Red rose café’, ‘From Clare to here’ etc return to The Helix on Tuesday 28th December.

Whilst you’re out and about, keep an eye out for some of the wonderful wildlife that call Russborough home. You may come across swans, foxes, badgers, hares and rabbits as you explore. Dogs are welcome at Russborough, where they will always find a bowl of water in the courtyard, but must be kept on lead.

Russborough House & Parklands, Blessington, Co. Wicklow, W91 W284. Tel: 045 865 239 | Email: info@russborough.ie

Mary Coughlan LOCATION: The Courthouse Arts Centre, Tinahely, Co Wicklow | DATE: Saturday 11th December | TIME: 8.30pm – 10:30pm

Mary Coughlan is one of the finest singers to emerge from Galway and is widely regarded as Ireland’s finest jazz and blues vocalist. Mary will play all her trademark songs including The Double Cross, Ancient Rain, The Magdalen Laundry and Delaney’s Gone Back on the Wine and her recent cover of the Joy Division song Love Will Tear Us Apart.

The FUREYS have been entertaining audiences worldwide for 44 years, audiences that have included former Australian Prime Minister John Howard, Former Irish President Mary Mc Aleese and the late Pope John Paul.

The FUREYS are responsible for some of the most stirring music ever to capture the public imagination. Their folk based music has received standing ovations in some of the biggest concert halls all over of the world.

For more information visit: www.thehelix.ie or Tel: 01 700 7000

Rathwood Santa Train

IRELANDS MOST POPULAR SANTA TRAIN EXPERIENCE! Santa Visits the Big Top TICKETS: Adults €14.95 - €17.95 | Children €23.95 €26.95 | Babies (Under 12 months) €12.95 - €16.95

We invite you to join us on a journey through the Enchanted Forest to visit Santa and his Elves as they prepare for the most magical time of the year.

Family Pods - Each family will enter their secure Family Pod on our train at the start of the event and they will remain secure in this Pod throughout the duration of the event. Families will stay seated in this family pod throughout the event. The Train will drive into the Big top and your family can watch the show from the comfort of the Train inside your family Pod. Each booking must have a minimum of 3 people, and maximum 6 people to Whether you’re into folk, blues or jazz, you can’t fail ensure safe capacity in each pod. to be moved by the emotional depth, expression Reduced Capacity - We have majorly reduced our capacity to facilitate appropriate social distancing, ensuring and power in her voice, forged from an extraordithe experience is comfortable & safe for all involved. nary life.

Rathwood, Rath, Tullow, Carlow. Tel: 059 915 6285 | www.santatrain.ie For Bookings Visit: www.courthousearts.ie

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Tuesday 18th December 2018

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Bring your Christmas to any of the collection points below.

CHRISTMAS TREETree SHREDDING JANUARY 2019 They will be shredded, composted and used again!

Bring your Christmas Tree to any of the collection points below.

They will be shredded, composted and used again!

No wreaths, plastic trees or decorations please.

No wreaths, plastic trees or decorations please.

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3rd -15th January

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Mon-Thurs: 9.00-4.30pm Fri: 9.00 am- January 4th -17th January Mon-Thurs: 9.00-4.00pm 3rd -15th Fri:3.30pm 9.00 am-3.30pm Sat: 9.30am-1.00pm Sat: 9.30am-1.30pm Closed for for lunch1.002.00pm Closed lunch1.002.00pm every day. every day.

Tidy Towns Pavillion

Mon-Sat:9.00-4.00pm

4th -17th January

CHRISTMAS TREE SHREDDING JANUARY 2019

Bring your Christmas Tree to any of the collection points below.

4th -17th January Rampere Landfill & Recycling Centre Mon-Thur: 9.00-4.00pm TheyLandfill will& Recycling be shredded, composted and used 3rd again!

Rampere Centre Mon-Thur: 8.30-4.30pm -15h January

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9.00am-3.30pm Fri:Fri: 8.30am-3.30pm Sat: 8.309.00 am-1.00pm Sat: am – 1.00pm

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Mon-Fri:9.00-4.00pm TIME Mon-Fri:9.00-4.00pm Sat:9.30am-1pm Sat:9.30am-1pm Mon-Thur: 9.00-4.30pm 10am-4pm Daily Fri: 9.00am-3.30pm 10am-4pm Daily Sat: 9.30am-1.00pm

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9.00 am-3.30pm Church Carpark, Hollywood 10.00am -12.00 midday 12th January opposite the bottle banks Sat: 9.30am-1.00pm Donations in aid of Tidy Towns Closed for lunch1.00- 2.00pm Church Carpark, Hollywood 10.00am 4th -17th January every day. -12.00 midday The Murrough Recycling Centre, Wicklow Mon-Thur: 9.00-4.00pm 3rd -15th January Fri: 9.00-1.00pm Rampere Landfill & Recycling Centre Mon-Thur: 8.30-4.30pm 3rd -15h January Sat: 9.30am -1pm Fri: 8.30am-3.30pm Closed foram-1.00pm lunch1.001.45pm The Murrough Recycling Centre, Mon-Thur: 9.00-4.00pm 4th -17th January Sat: 8.30

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10am-4pm Daily

3rd -15th January Donations in aid of Festina Lente

Greystones

Carpark in front of the Wicklow County Council Offices on Mill Road opposite the bottle banks

Hollywood

Church Carpark, Hollywood

10.00am -12.00 midday

12th January Donations in aid of Tidy Towns

Wicklow

The Murrough Recycling Centre, Wicklow

Mon-Thur: 9.00-4.00pm Fri: 9.00-1.00pm Sat: 9.30am -1pm Closed for lunch1.00- 1.45pm

3rd -15th January

Mon-Fri: 8-5.30. Sat: 9am - 1pm

3rd -15th January

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Green King, Coolbeg (road opp. Beehive)

Christmas Opening & Closing Times Arklow

Thursday 23 rd Dec 9.00am – 1.45pm Christmas Eve Closed Christmas Day Closed St Stephens Day Closed Monday 27 th Dec Closed Tuesday 28 th Dec Closed Wednesday 29 th Dec Closed Thursday 30 th Dec 9.00am – 1.45pm New Year’s Eve 9.00am – 1.45pm New Year’s Day Closed Sunday 2 nd Jan Closed Monday 3 rd Jan Closed Saturday4 22nd Dec OPEN Tuesday th Jan Christmas Eve Closed 9.00am – 4.30pm

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COUNTY WICKLOW RECYCLING CENTRES

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COUNTY WICKLOW Avoca RECYCLING Thursday 23rd Dec 9.00am – 1.45pm CENTRES Christmas Day Closed St. Stephens Day Closed Thursday 27th Dec Closed Friday 28th Dec Closed Saturday 29th Dec Closed Christmas New Year'sEve EveClosed Closed New Year'sDay DayClosed Closed Christmas 2nd Jan OPEN StWednesday Stephens Day Closed

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Check out the 12 days of Christmas recipe leftovers Wednesday 2ndbook Jan for OPEN on www.wicklow.ie or ask for a copy from

eao@wicklowcoco.ie or Locall 1890 222276 For more tips on avoiding food waste visit

www.stopfoodwaste.ie Composting at home is great for the environment but don't forget to ask your bin collector to provide you with a brown bin for food waste which will result in lower bin charges.

Stop Food Waste for Christmas One third of the food we buy goes into the bin with twice as much waste over Christmas. Try to plan your shopping better, store the food more carefully, cook a bit less for the main meal and parties and save the leftovers by freezing. All help to reduce food waste.

Check out the 12 days of Christmas recipe book for leftovers on www.wicklow.ie or ask for a copy from

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by VOICE. For more avoiding food waste visit For Details See www.stopfoodwaste.ie www.voiceireland.org/general-news/voice-launches-nationwiderecycling-and-waste-management-workshops/

Composting at home is great for the environment but don't forget to ask your bin collector to provide you with a brown bin for food waste which will result in lower bin charges.

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Your Guide to Shopping Local in Wicklow

The Glen Beach Cliff Walk

The 2 Johnnies Podcast Live

WALKING IN WICKLOW The walk begins at Glen Beach and continues south to Lime Kiln Bay, on towards the lighthouse road before doubling back in a loop, with a total distance of 4 km.

DATE: Thursday 16th Dec | TICKETS: €49.90 | TIME: 18.30

The 2 johnnies announce a massive headline show at 3arena Dublin this coming December 16th. ohnny B and Johnny Smacks’ rise to fame began with their comedy sketches which capture the uniquely funny side of all things Irish. They launched ‘The 2 Johnnies’ podcast in 2018, which has since gone on to become Ireland’s fastest-growing podcast with over half a million listeners each week. This will be the biggest ever live podcast show in Ireland and is going to be wild!

The walk includes a wonderful variety of habitats including grassland, coastal heath, rock outcrops, and wet springs, each of which support key plant species. of individual grey seals swimming among the rocky shore are common from the trail, while the very observant may be rewarded with glimpses of porpoise and dolphins further offshore.

3Arena, Northwall Quay, Dublin 1. Tel: 01 819 8888

Eimear Quinn

The trail traverses a landscape of rich cultural interest. The main archaeological sites occur on the southern section of this walk. There is a rock shelter where prehistoric flints were found, the remains of a lime kiln, which gives the bay its name, the ruins of a small church which local lore records as dating from penal times and a holly well ‘Tobar Bride. Local tradition maintains that fishermen would drink from this well in the belief that it could protect them whilst at sea.

DATE: Friday 17th Dec | TICKETS: €25 | TIME: 8pm

Following consistent sell-out shows year after year, Pavilion favourite Eimear Quinn is back in person for her annual festive Winter concert.

Featuring the Mamisa String Quartet and Robbie Overson on guitar, the concert will include seasonal favourites and new material from Eimear’s latest release “Ériu”. Uplifting and spiritual, this music is a balm for the soul to set your compass for the Christmas season.”

Pavilion Theatre, Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire. Tel: 01 231 2929

Glenealy Hurling Club Is Giving You The Opportunity To Win A House and Car In Wicklow For Just €100.

WIN A HOUSE & CAR IN WICKLOW

WIN A BRAND NEW HOUSE & HYBRID VW GOLF IN WICKLOW TOWN!

Top Prize Value Over €330,000 Draw takes place Jan 2nd, 2022

DR L IM AW TO 1 IT E D T IC K 0,0 0 0 E T S!

TICKET PRICE: €100

This is probably one of the most exciting times in the history of Glenealy GAA. In 2013 we purchased 21 acres at Ballyfree, opposite the school.

The vision is to develop a GAA facility for Glenealy that we can be immensely proud of, a facility that will be there for generations to come.

There is no doubt that the path has not run smoothly for us, but in true Glenealy style, we never gave up on the dream. We always knew that in order to accomplish a project of this magnitude a tremendous effort will be needed from our committed community of players, coaches, parents and fans.

PRIZE: The Winner will be the proud owner of the keys to The Anchor, Monkton Row, Wicklow Town value €300,000 built by Wicklow Cosy Homes. PLUS: a Volkswagen Golf Life Automatic Hybrid value €32,000 from Trinity Autos, Wicklow.

BUY YOUR TICKET & FIND OUT MORE ON

winahouseandcarinwicklow.com

Tickets are €100 and it is strictly limited to 10,000 tickets. Draw Date – 02nd January 2022 • Tickets are available online www.winahouseandcarinwicklow.com • Yes, we will also have traditional paper tickets from: Sheila Driver; Mary Weir; Meg Geraghty.

W ic kl Licence granted by Wicklow District Court.

All proceeds go to Glenealy GAA Club.

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• We also have a dedicated phone line where you can pay over the phone: 083 096 8557.

Fenton Fires is a family run business in Greystones Co. Wicklow. The Company was established over 45 years ago and offers a wide range of quality Woodburning Stoves & Inserts, Gas Fires & Stoves, Electric Fires and Fireplaces together with a large selection of Fireside Accessories to complement our product range. Whether it is a freestanding stove or contemporary built in fire or maybe a classic fireplace, we have the fire for you. We have recently expanded our showroom to include a patio area showcasing our latest range of Outdoor Stove Heaters and Barbeques.

Fenton Fires & Stoves, Stanley House, Church Road, Greystones, Co Wicklow Phone: 01 287 1069 | Email: info@fentonfires.ie | Web: www.fentonfires.ie

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www.powerscourtdistillery.com The food and whiskey pairing originally started as a Distillery tour, however it proved so popular that last year they put together the hampers in time for the Christmas gifting market.

Santina Kennedy is the Distillery’s in-house Food Historian and Food & Beverage Specialist, created a hamper comprising of superb high-quality Irish produce Powerscourt Distillery can now offer this authentic Irish experience to a wider audience.

As a champion of local and Irish food producers, Santina has perfectly matched the 8-year-old, 10-year-old and 14-year-old award winning Fercullen whiskeys with some of the most delicious food pairings. This is a marriage made in gastronomy heaven!

Powerscourt Distillery Fercullen Irish Whiskey & Food Pairing hampers are priced at €100 can be ordered for delivery nationwide from the Powerscourt Distillery website.

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GAS CYLINDERS: • Propane • Welding Gas • Disposable Gas • LPG Auto Gas

SOLID FUEL: • Briquettes • Turf • Logs • Coal

So why not let our family keep your family warm this year!

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Sugar Loaf Way The Gardens were laid out over a period of 150 years and were designed to create a garden that was part of the wider landscape, creating one of the most majestic vistas in Ireland. Fine statuary and ironworks collected from across Europe adorn these magnificent Gardens.

Powerscourt is one of the world’s great gardens and is set against the backdrop of the great Sugarloaf Mountain, Powerscourt is stunning in every season. From the ornate Italian Gardens, to the formal walks of the Rose and Kitchen Gardens, there are many hidden treasures to explore. With over 200 varieties of trees, shrubs and flowers this 47 acres has something for everyone.

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Creating meaningful spaces

Modern, elegant and Luxurious living

Kilcroney is a specialist in quality, crafted furniture that enhances people’s homes and inspires a modern lifestyle.

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www.kilcroneyfurniture.ie. Exit 7 off N11 We are open Monday to Saturday, 10am - 5pm Closed on Sundays & Bank Holidays.

Call: 01 282 9361 Email: info@kilcroneyfurniture.ie

Christmas in Bray & Enniskerry

All I want for Christmas...

Bray Bowl - the fully equipped

81 Main Street, Bray, Co. Wicklow Tel: 01 211 6188 | www.eskimo.ie

Family Entertainment Centre

Bray Bowl is located on Quinsborough Road in Bray, Co Wicklow. We are right beside Bray Dart Station and only a short hop from Bray seafront.

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At Bray Bowl we have a wide choice of activities to choose from to suit all ages. This includes Video Arcades, Tenpin Bowling, Laser Tag, Ticket Redemption Arcades, Pool, Snooker and American Pool.

Lane 13 is our brand new on site café and pizzeria. Lane 13 will cater for all your food and beverage options for kids birthday parties, corporate events, school tours and BYOB nights.

Our underground car park is free of charge to patrons of Bray Bowl. Tel: 01 286 4455.

The Greatest Showman (PG) Date: Friday 17th Dec | Tickets: €9 | Time: 8pm | Cinema Step right up and into the spellbinding imagination of a man who set out to reveal that life itself can be the most thrilling show of all.

Inspired by the legend and ambitions of America’s Children wanting to send letters to original pop-culture impresario, P.T. Father Christmas can do so at the Bray Barnum, comes an inspirational rags-toTown Hall until Friday, December 10th riches tale of a brash dreamer who rose 2021. from nothing to prove that anything you can envision is possible and that The first 300 letters will receive a letter everyone, no matter how invisible, has directly from the North Pole so please a stupendous story worthy of a worldmake sure you include your address in class spectacle. the letter!

Santa’s Post Box

The Mermaid Arts Centre, Bray, Co Wicklow. Tel: 01 272 4030

Find the Bray Elf Competition 10 Bray Elf characters are hiding out in various shops around Bray Town Centre and the challenge is to spot all of them for the chance to win a prize.

When all the elves have been found, simply complete the competition form online at www.bray.ie

Milano’s

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Open 7 Days

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Tel: 01 274 5585 92 Strand Road, Bray

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Christmas in Bray & Enniskerry

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Powerscourt Garden Pavilion Webshop We are delighted to announce that the new Garden Pavilion webshop is now live – just in time for your Christmas shopping! We invite you to create joy in your home this Christmas and shop our new webshop, where a magical world of festive decorations awaits you.

Create a joyful Christmas in your home with glittering baubles, wooden light up houses, gorgeous garlands or winter berry wreaths. We are a one stop shop for all your Christmas

decorations and gifts!

Gift moments of joy this Christmas with unique gifts you cannot find anywhere else. Discover DIY miniature homes and the world’s first alive prehistoric animals, 3D wooden puzzles from Robotime.

We also stock educational puzzles which can be enjoyed by the whole family not just curious kids! If you are looking for a thoughtful gift which says you care for your loved ones and the planet too! Check out the beautiful

range of scarves and hats.

Our customer service representatives are ready to process your orders

Visit: www.powerscourtgardenpavilion.com

Furniture for Life

“T he Best Of Irish Beds” Gift loved one’s the joy of Nature this Christmas with Day Tickets, Annual Membership and Gift Cards from Powerscourt Estate. The Estate is a haven for nature lovers and is awe-inspiring in summer, a golden leaved autumn, a chilly winter, and a glorious spring.

The Powerscourt Christmas Gift Card is an original gift to create memorable experiences. This gift card can be used in the Gardens, Waterfall, Garden Pavilion and Golf Club.

Gifted Garden Day Tickets are a wonderful way to say you care and bring moments of Joy to someone special this Christmas. Giving the gift of time in nature to relax, breathe and create memories.

Gifting Annual Membership is a magical way to say you care, by giving a unique gift

wrapped in the joy of nature.

Gifting membership will ensure your loved ones can enjoy exclusive year-round access to: • 3rd Best Garden in the World – as ranked by National Geographic, 47 acres of stunning landscape & magnificent planting • Ireland’s Highest Waterfall with sensory walk, playground, BBQ & picnic areas • 3km of Riverwalk with tranquil pathways and secret woodland trails.

Powerscourt Estate, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow. A98 WOD0.

Tel: 01 204 6000 | Email: info@powerscourt.net www.powerscourt.com

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Unit 3, Bray Retail Park, Southern Cross Route, Bray Co Wicklow. Open: Mon – Sat, 10am – 6pm.

Tel: 01 281 3338 | Email: sales@flanagankerins.ie Web: www.flanagankerins.ie

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GREY HEART PJ SET

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VICTORIA’S SECRET GEORGETTE LACE UP BACK CAMI SET

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Stocking Fillers FUJIFILM INSTAX MINI 11 CAMERA PINK €79.99

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Olaplex Healthy Hair €75

Style Stories Set €28.50

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King Hair Brush €14.95

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Moroccanoil Hydration Set €53 Moroccanoil Smooth Set €58

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Huge range of Gift Sets available in Store BOSCH TASSIMO MY WAY HOT BEVERAGE MAKER €79.95 AVAILABLE FROM POWER CITY

Girly Gadgets

FITBIT VERSA 2 PETAL COPPER ROSE €149.00

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JBL CHARGE 5 PORTABLE BLUETOOTH SPEAKER €159.00

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The Whale Theatre

€15 | Time: 20:00pm, 20:00pm & 16:00pm

Greystones. Tel: 01 201 0550

Sammy Snowflake’s Christmas Catastrophe; A Mini Panto Date: Sunday 12th Dec | Tickets: €8 | Times: 11:00am, 13:30pm & 16:00pm

Christmas is coming, and everyone is busy at the North Pole. Mrs Claus is baking and Sammy Snowflake, the Head Elf is making toys. And junior elf Sparkle Toes has been given a special

job this year! She has to fly high and sprinkle magic dust in the night sky to light Santa’s way.

But there’s just one problem. Sparkle Toes has vanished! And she was last seen having a snowball fight with naughty Jack Frost.

Worse than that, Jack lost the fight and everybody knows that Jack Frost is a sore loser. It’s a Christmas Catastrophe!

Will Mrs Claus and Sammy find Sparkle Toes in time to save Christmas?

The Tempest

by William Shakespeare Date: Fri 17th, Sat 18th & Sun 19th Dec | Tickets:

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Making Waves Youth Theatre is proud to present one of Shakespeare’s last and strangest of plays. The Tempest is a comedy about magic, betrayal, revenge, reckoning, love and forgiveness.

The play is set on a mysterious and magical island where magician Prospero, once Duke of Milan, and his beautiful daughter, Miranda, live and are served by the sprite Ariel and

the strange witch’s son Caliban. The play begins with the storm, and as events unfold, under Prospero and Ariel’s watchful eyes, conspiracy, comedy and romance ensue. Be prepared to be transported!

Christmas Time with Classic Harmony Date: Wednesday 22nd Dec | Tickets: €20 | Time: 20.00pm Come along and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Christmas past and

present and enjoy festive music old and new from favourites like ‘Ding Dong merrily on High’ to new Christmas gems like The Pentatonix ‘That’s Christmas to me’!

Start your holiday with a combination of Carols and Christmas Songs to delight all the family in the rich vocal harmonies of the award-winning and Wicklow-based vocal ensemble - Classic Harmony.

Food, Fashion and Gifts

Enjoy a safe and relaxing shopping experience with gifts for everyone on your list all in one place.

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Established in 1974 in Greystones, Co Wicklow, Fenton Fires & Stoves is a family owned business.

Originally set up as a heating company, we subsequently added convector fires, contemporary and traditional fireplaces, gas fires and stoves, range cookers, baskets, flues and accessories to our product range.

• We also offer an extensive range of quality wood burning, multi-fuel stoves and glass fronted inserts, offering high efficiency from a sustainable fuel source.

• We carry a full range of spare parts for all units supplied by Fenton Fires, including replacement glass, bricks and grates.

• We have large collection of fire accessories, Log Baskets, Companion Sets and Fire Screens in stock.

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Sweeney’s Take-Away & Harbour Café

La Touche Wines

Stocking Filler Poggio Civette, Chianti Classico, Italy Now €16.99 This Chianti Classico has it all, (even diamonds in the eyes of the owl logo!) Aromas of ripe cherries and red plums, with subtle notes of toasted vanilla beans and purple flowers.

Greystones Harbour, Greystones, Wicklow Merry Christmas the palate, the wine displays a superbly structured Open 7 Days Oncharacter with a pleasantly savoury finish. Ideal for the

to all our patrons Fresh Fish Served Christmas Daily table, also perfect choice for rich, creamy pasta

Thank you for your custom!

We will be open throughout Christmas and only closed on Christmas Day

dishes, stuffed roasted game and barbecued mets.

Jameson Caskmates Stout 70cl Was €38.00 / Now €25.00

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Monday – Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm Sat, Sun & Bank Hols, 9.30am – 5.00pm

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Loans for a variety of purposes at competitive Powers ‘3 Swallow’ Release 70cl rates and€47.50 terms/ Now available Was €33.00

of the old01-2873111 style Powers single Greystones: 01-2877165A revival | Kilcoole: | pot whiskey. It is matured primarily in American Newtownmountkennedy: 01-2810588 | Email: info@gcu.ie

Triton House, Greystones Harbour, Greystones, Co Wicklow.

Tel: 01 287 0500

bourbon barrels where these characteristics are amplified and complemented with strong wood character. Marrying with a small sherry aged component gives Powers,Three Swallow Release balance and finesse.

Available from O’Briens Wines, Greystones.

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

• Felling and Dismantling of trees & hedging • Tree Stump Removal • Emergency Tree Care CHRISTMAS IN GREYSTONES, DELGANY & NEWTOWN • Removal or Mulching of cuttings

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SANTA’S CABIN – ARBORETUM KILQUADE

Brereton carpetS FAMILY RUN & LOCAL WITH OVER 40 YEARS EXPERIENCE

The excitement mounts as the kids enjoy a magical walk through the gardens to Santa’s charming hideaway at Arboretum Kilquade, Co Wicklow. They will enjoy a visit with Santa, one-to-one or as a family group, and receive an early Christmas present! This is how magical memories are made!

What’s Included in the experience: * One-to-one or family meeting with Santa (socially distanced)

be taken by parents on the day. Max 3 children per booking.

* Gift from Santa

Tickets are €15 per child No charge for adults.

* Kid’s hot chocolate in Rachel’s Secret Café

The Brereton Family has been synonymous with Carpets for the past four generations.

We supply and install all of the leading brands of Carpet, Wood Flooring, Laminate Flooring, Vinyl flooring, Blinds, Curtains, Rails & Rugs.

We cater both for domestic and for contract installations. Call into our showroom in Greystones, or just send us an email. Together, we can realise your dream and maintain our tradition for service.

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Pictures are free to

For more information on bookings, visit: www.arboetum.ie

Unit 8 Mill Road, Greystones, County Wicklow / Phone: 01 – 287 7529 or visit: www.breretoncarpets.ie

Established in 1974 in Greystones, Co Wicklow, Fenton Fires & Stoves is a family owned business.

Originally set up as a heating company, we subsequently added convector fires, contemporary and traditional fireplaces, gas fires and stoves, electric fires and stoves, baskets, flues and accessories to our product range.

Wishing all of our Customers a very Happy Christmas Crested Devil’s Ladder 70cl Was €50.00 / Now €45.00

A collaboration between Jameson Crested and Eight Degrees craft brewers and their Belgian Tripel beer. The finished whiskey picks up clove and cinnamon from the casks to already complement its traditional pot still and sherry notes.

Bushmills Black Bush 70cl Was €32.00 / Now €25.95

Black Bush combines a high proportion of malt whiskey, matured in former Oloroso Sherry casks with a sweet, batch-distilled grain whiskey. This unique recipe gives Black Bush its rich fruity notes and deep intense character, balanced by a defining smoothness to produce a wonderfully complex dram.

Available from O’Briens Wines, Greystones.

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The National Garden Exhibition, Centre, Kilquade, Co. Wicklow.

Tel: 01 281 9890.

• We also offer an extensive range of quality wood burning, multifuel stoves and glass fronted inserts, offering high efficiency from a sustainable fuel source.

• We carry a full range of spare parts for all units supplied by Fenton Fires, including replacement glass, bricks and grates • We stock a full range of Fireplace accessories including log baskets, companion sets, firescreens and cleaning maintenance products

Seasons Greetings from all at Fenton Fires

Christmas in Greystones, Newtown & Kilcoole

The Beach House Greystones

One of the highlights of walking in Wicklow. This linear walk takes you from Bray to Greystones along the stunning coastal path. The path is well maintained and you can return by light rail (DART) to the start point.

Greystones has plenty to offer the hungry walker after beautiful views and a range of marine

This is a very enjoyable walk in a spectacular coastal setting linking Greystones and Bray. It brings you around the side of Bray Head above the railway line and rocky coastline on a path which is a bit rough in places, with a steep climb at the Bray end. Views both up and down the coast are breath-taking.

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Bustling and vibrant family-owned pub in the heart of Greystones harbour in County Wicklow. The perfect destination for tasty chicken wings and pints after a long walk. Our lounge is the perfect destination for the many walkers that arrive from the Cliff Walk or those who have sailed all day and need to treat themselves to something tasty from our menu and a rewarding pint. In the winter take a cosy seat by our wood burning stove and enjoy an Irish Coffee or Hot Whiskey, an experience you won’t forget.

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Beware of toxic foods for your pet such as, chocolate, sweets, and raisins.

Eaten decorations can cause a gut blockage. Prevent electrocution by not hanging fairy lights where your pet eats, sleeps or plays. Keep pets indoors during cold weather so move outdoor rabbits and guinea pigs inside. Never buy a pet as a present for Christmas, they are vulnerable living creatures not products for our entertainment.

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JEWELLERY Fully equipped Workshop In-house All Jewellery can be polished, repaired or remounted.

Create your own ring for that special occasion!

Ring Remounting

Choose your ring type, style, setting and diamond for a truly unique ring.

We are able to take some of our existing diamond engagement ring designs and modify them in order to fit our customer’s design.

UNIT 2, MOUNT VIE W, CHURCH ROAD, GRE YSTONES, CO WICKLOW. TEL: 01 – 255 7640

Let It Snow - FESTIVE TUNES & BROADWAY SHOWSTOPPERS Saturday 11th Dec | Time: 19.00 | Tickets: €25.00 | Concert Boulevard Productions presents Let It Snow, Festive Tunes and Broadway Showstoppers.

Featuring your favourite Christmas songs and broadway hits. Staring Róisín Sullivan,

Mark O’Looney, and star of Angela’s Ashes – The Musical, Eoin Cannon. Accompanied by David Wray.

In line with government guidelines, audiences will be required to show

La Touche Wines

Christmas Exclusive La Cote Sauvage, Cairanne, France.

Was €24.00 / Now €19.99 A lovely wine to gift: This is rich, intense and drenched in dark ed fruits. Morello cherry and a touch of cinnamon spice on the nose, oft dark plummy fruit, liquorice, chocolate and a hint of black tea on the palate. A rich, savoury satisfying mouthful!

The Southern Rhone cru of Cairanne lies in the heart of the Southern Rhone Valley. For thi La Cote Sauvage fully ripe Grenache and Syrah grapes are hand-picked from old bush vines on selected hillside slopes within Cairanne. La Cote Sauvage is matured for 22 months in mostly French oak barrels to develop great concentration, complexity and finesse in the wine.

A wine o savour with your main course at the Christmas table or at night by the fire.

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Festive Favourite Luma Grillo Italy Now €14.99 A firm favourite of ours and our customers! A stunning, well priced example of this often-underutilised grape. The palate is awash with fresh sprig flowers, mouth watering fruit such as melon, peach and apple coat the palate finishing fresh and zingy. Perfect aperitif and pairs well with light starters, fish and white meat dishes.

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Proof of Immunity/Digital Covid Certificate in order to attend an event at the Whale Theatre. You will also be asked to show Photo ID so please bring this with you.

The Whale Theatre, Theatre Lane, Greystones, Co Wicklow.

Tel: 01 201 0550.

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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, as well as repairs and maintenance to existing equipment.

Security Systems

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.

ML Security Systems, Hillside Cottage, Delgany Greystones, Co Wicklow. Tel: 01 – 2870043 Atlast, Oulart, Gorey, Co. Wexford Tel: 053 9136066 / info@mlsecuritysystems.com

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Christmas 2021 at the Parkview Hotel

Located in the small picturesque seaside town of Greystones,Co. Wicklow bustling with locals and tourists, serving great food 7 days a week A stylish look with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with the commitment to serving the best of local produce to your plate and good times to you, our customers

Gift Vouchers Available

We have a choice of dining options, choose from the relaxed surroundings of the Park Lounge bar or alternatively Synnott’s restaurant for a more formal, yet equally enjoyable dining experience.

For further information or to make a booking please contact Nicole on 01 2015600 or nicole@parkviewhotel.ie

Opening hours over the Christmas period: Friday 24th December – Food served until 6:00pm Saturday 25th December – Closed Sunday 26th December – Hotel reopens at 3:00pm

Xmas in Greystones, Kilcoole & Newtown

For a magical Christmas dining experience with family and friends, look no further than The Parkview Hotel in the quaint village of Newtownmountkennedy.

The Perfect Christmas Gift Voucher, Which can be used throughout the year

Church Road, Greystones, Co.Wicklow Call: 01 – 287 4807 to book!

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NOVELTY TOP CHEF MAN APRON €12.50

THE LAZY MAN PAN €43.00

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BEATS STUDIO3 OVER-EAR WIRELESS HEADPHONES | BLACK €289.00

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NINTENDO SWITCH GREY WITH IMPROVED BATTERY LIFE €299.99 AVAILABLE FROM SMYTHS

REMINGTON R6 STYLE ROTARY SHAVER €84.95 AVAILABLE FROM POWER CITY

LIVERPOOL NIKE ADULT HOME JERSEY €90.00

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MAN CITY ADULT HOME JERSEY €90.00 AVAILABLE FROM LIFESTYLE SPORTS

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GILLETTE SKINGUARD SENSITIVE FLEXBALL RAZOR & 3 BLADE REFILLS STARTER PACK €22.39 AVAILABLE FROM BOOTS

NIKE AIR MAX 270 MENS TRAINERS €155.99

NIKE PREMIER LEAGUE 21/22 FOOTBALL €28.00

BARCELONA NIKE ADULT HOME JERSEY €70.00

LYNX AFRICA RETRO BODYSPRAY & SOCKS GIFT SET €3.25

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ADIDAS SAMBA SUPER MENS TRAINERS €72.00

AIR JORDAN JUMPMAN ZIP HOODIE MENS €77.99

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COZY MOTIONFLEX PYJAMA SET €36.00

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TOMMY HILFIGER UPTOWN WOOL SCARF €69.00

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THE NORTH FACE MENS GLOVES €44.00

BRUSHED WOVEN PYJAMA SET €39.00

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ADIDAS FLEECE GLOVE €15.59 AVAILABLE FROM SPORTS DIRECT

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BROWN ITALIAN LEATHER BELT €32.00

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For that special someone, family, friends or work colleagues… if you’re looking to give a gift this Christmas why not give the gift of a Christmas Voucher?

A voucher is the ideal Christmas present as they can be purchased almost anywhere and can be used in your chosen outlet nationwide!!! So, no need to stress this Christmas season, give the gift of a Christmas Voucher.

We know they’ll love it...

Case for Gift Cards What do I want for Christmas? I dunno! Peace on earth, etc. So instead of reading tea leaves or forcing a list out of me under duress, do the really thoughtful thing: get me a gift card. You

could argue that a gift card is impersonal, that it’s lazy, that it’s a cop-out. Ridiculous! A gift card is the most personal present there is. It’s the gift of freedom to buy whatever you want, whenever you want it. It’s the gift that says “we’re good enough friends/relatives/ acquaintances that we don’t have to force it.” And there’s a certain beauty in that. What, you got your girlfriend an iPod Touch? That’s something totally unique to her interests? You plumbed the depths of her soul to figure out she wanted it more than anything else in the world? It’s safe, but it’s empty. Gift cards are also safe, sure, but they’re brimming with possibility, and the guarantee that they will end up with something they love.

Wicklow Christmas Market 2021 Dates: Nov 27th, 28th - Dec 3rd, 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th & 21st / Opening Times: 10am - 7.30pm / Location: Leitrim Place, Wicklow Town, Co Wicklow / Santa Express Hotline: 0404 54400 / Email: info@wicklowchristmasmarket.com Entry into the Wicklow Christmas Market is Free - browse local, artisan craft and food stalls, and soak up the Christmas atmosphere. New for 2021, is our Eco Ice Skating Rink, and of course our popular Santa

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… Pull out the stocking caps and mittens, grab a steaming mug of mulled wine, and get ready to immerse yourself into the festive spirit, because the Wicklow Christmas Market is back, and it’s bigger and better than ever!

Express experience is back! Tickets are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.

We know that last year was a challenge, so it’s our goal to bring back the magic of Christmas to you and your family.

With a new, larger location, you’ll be able to experience all the glitter and sparkle of the most magical time of year, while being safe and socially distanced.

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Don’t be stuck for gift ideas Give the gift this Christmas with a Wicklow Town Voucher

For more information visit: www.wicklowchamber.ie

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International mail delivery times are estimates And subject to local postal operator delays.

Wicklow Post Office Supervalu Shopping Centre Church Street, Wicklow Town Tel: 0404 67471

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Wicklow Town Vouchers are available in dominations of €5, €10, €20, €50 and come attractively presented, giving the freedom to shop in one of over 35 independent businesses in the Wicklow Town area including shops, restaurants, selected pubs, suoermarkets, beauty salons, hairdressers and many more.

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Stan & Tony’s Our Christmas Shop is now Open!

We are stocking a huge range of Christmas Ornaments, Decorations, Christmas Lights & Silhouettes, Garlands, Tree Trims, Toys, Gifts, Tableware, Candles, Gift Wrap, Cards and so much more!

Wishing all our customers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Tel: 0404 67560 or 0404 67769 OPENING HOURS: Friday – Sunday: 12pm till 12am D E L I V E RY H O U R S : Monday – Sunday: 5pm – 11:30pm Deliver Charge: Local Area: €1.50, Rathnew: €2.00 Ashford: €5.00 ORDER ONLINE THROUGH

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Fercullen Christmas Hampers Open Mon to Sat 9am - 5pm Seafront (behind The Brass Fox) Wicklow Town

Tel: 087 – 413 3674

Experience the decadent and indulgent Fercullen Irish Whiskey & Food Pairing hampers. After a sell-out success in 2020 these will be top of the Christmas lists this year!

The food and whiskey pairing originally started as a distillery tour, however it proved so popular that last year they put together the hampers in time for the Christmas gifting market.

Santina Kennedy is the Distillery’s

Cars €8 Jeeps/MPV’s €12

For more information on Hampers, visit www.powerscourtdistillery.com

GOLD VALET

Cars €25 Cars €89 Jeeps/MPV’s €35 Jeeps/MPV’s €109

SILVER VALET

Irish experience to a wider audience.

Main Street, Wicklow, Ireland Tel: 0404 67824 www.byrnesofwicklow.com

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in-house Food historian and Food & Beverage Specialist, creating a hamper comprising of superb highquality Irish produce. Powerscourt Distillery can now offer this authentic

Christmas bedding starting at €19.99

After dinner pieceStartdust cheese Set €25

Stardust dining 12 piece set €108

Belleek Christmas Pudding pieces starting at €25

GE EXTER. VALET

Cars €39 Cars €39 Jeeps/MPV’s €49 Jeeps/MPV’s €59

Christmas Co-Zees Slipper Socks Sherpa lined thermal slippers that holds heat, perfect for those cold nights. Keep those feet and toes cozy this Winter in these super warm Women’s Co-Zees Christmas Slipper Socks. Machine Washable. Available in UK adult size 3,4,5,6,7 & 8.

Only €7.95 – Available from The Shoebox Wicklow Town.

Tel: 0404 67634

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At Byrnes we offer our customers a diverse range of products including glassware, candles, furniture, bedding, a huge selection of beds and mattresses. We also have gift vouchers available, a great gift any time of the year!

We have worked throughout the year to create showrooms in our store, which highlight furniture that can enhance your home. The expertise of our team can point you in the right direction when it comes to furnishing your home or selecting the perfect gift.

We would like to wish everyone a happy Christmas and prosperous new year.

A range of Galway scented Eoin O’Connor range, diffusers from €19.99 starting from €10

Spread the love & joy – Christmas runs throughout festive mugs – set of 4 €30 the Aynsley range

Christmas Over Sized Hoodies Our Green Christmas Over Sized Hoodies Have Just Arrived, they are only beautiful and to be quite honest we should have charged more but will leave them at €30. They can be anywhere from €50 to €60 in other stores but not with us.

Make sure to not miss

out and to anyone who has booked the red style don’t worry as these will be with us next week. If you want one you better be quick, we are also taking bookings on the red style before they arrive. They are one size so no need to worry about sizing.

The Shoebox, Wicklow Town. Tel: 0404 67634

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Beautiful Selection of Handbags From only €39.95

Beautiful Ladies Refresh Boots UK size 3 to 7, From only €59.95

Skechers, LJ & R, shoes by Emma, Jo & Joe, Superga and more. You may also avail of the in-store savings club to pay off items and customer loyalty rewards scheme.

With lots of choice and gift ideas The Shoe Box aims to spoil both adults and kids this Christmas.

Shop online at: www.theshoeboxireland.com

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It’s hard to miss The Shoe Box when you pass through Wicklow Town’s Main Street; this store is a treasure trove of beautiful footwear and clothing. It opens Monday – Saturday from 9.30am – 5.30pm (But will open Sunday 5th & 12th, 12pm - 6pm | Sunday 19th, 10am - 6pm).

Offering a relaxed shopping environment for children and adults alike with great children’s footwear brands available such as Lelli Kelly, Start Rite, Primigi, Super Fit, Dubarry, Skechers to name but a few. You will also find beautiful Mayoral & Name It children’s clothing for both boys and girls.

The ladies are equally catered for with beautiful footwear brands Refresh,

8 Main Street, Wicklow Town. Tel: 0404-67634

Sketchers Slippers Available from The Shoebox, Main Street, Wicklow Town

Available from The Shoebox, Main Street, Wicklow Town

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8 Main Street, Wicklow Town. Tel: 0404-67634 The Christmas gift for anyone who really loves golf!

. to purchase from Bridge StreetMenswear Books, and direct Available toAvailable purchase from Bridge Street Books, Connolly from The Chamber of Commerce Office in The Wicklow Enterprise Park.

Connolly Menswear and direct from The Chamber Order of Online: wicklowtown.ie/vouchers or www.wicklowchamber.ie Commerce Office in Wicklow Enterprise Park.

• Golf Lesson Vouchers Available Make your best, better!

• Custom fit golf clubs with free custom fit.

• Lots of Christmas Offers and many Sale Items reduced to clear!

• Pro Shop – with great Gift Ideas and Stocking Fillers.

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Sketchers Walkers & Trainers

Sketchers Arch Fit, Sketchers Sketch Air, Choice of Styles, UK UK size 3 to 8 Adult 3 to 8 From only €96.95 From only €99.95

Hanleys Farm & Garden Sketchers D’Lux Walker, UK size 3 to 8 From only €89.95

Sketchers Flex, UK Adult 3 to 8 From only €84.95

Available from The Shoebox, Main Street, Wicklow Town

Main Street, Ashford, Co. Wicklow, A67 F856 P: 0404 40380 E: info@hanleysashford.ie and so began the singing journey of Santa and Kerry the little Elf. Everyday Santa and Kerry would practice different songs.

Santa Claus Sings Now here is something that you don’t hear every day, Santa Claus singing. Well, this is your chance to get your very own copy of ‘Santa Sings’ with Kerry the little Elf. Recorded in the North Pole.

It all started one day when Santa was in the workshop with Eric the Elf inspecting the toys when he heard this beautiful singing. “My Goodness” said Santa where is that beautiful singing coming from? “Oh, that’s Kerry the little Elf Santa, she’s always singing,’ said Eric.

When it was suggested that they make a record Santa immediately thought of all his friends, soon the Wicklow school of music and Drama and Santa’s Christmas Wonderland in Ashford agreed to sponsor the CD and chose to support Variety the children’s charity.

Santa was so happy to listen to this wonderful singing as he too likes to sing

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THE WICKLOW GAOL

GATES OF HELL –VIRTUAL REALITY TOUR be a guest appearance from one of the Haunted Gaol’s famous ghosts!

Step into the past with a tour of Wicklow’s Historic Gaol. Meet Mary Morris the Matron, for a picture of daily life in a Victorian prison. The gruff Gaoler will escort you to your prison

cell before boarding the convict ship HMS Hercules for a rough voyage to the New World.

Enjoy the atmosphere of one of Ireland’s most historic buildings. You’ll be sure to bump into some famous faces along the way.

Just be polite to the Gaoler

– you might have to stay!

Day Tours from the 1st December to 31st January, start at 11am to 3.30pm You can come anytime between those hours for your tour.

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

The Wicklow Christmas Market 2021 The Santa Express

Xmas in Wicklow Town & Ashford

This fully immersive experience will transport visitors back in time to Wicklow Gaol in the 1700’s – a grim 3-dimensional world of corruption, rebellion & dark dungeons.

Some of the Gaol’s most notorious prisoners will feature & there may even

added even more food and artisan stalls so you can eat, drink, and be merry, as well as start your Christmas shopping early.

The Wicklow Christmas Market offers something for all ages, including:

A visit to Wicklow Christmas Market would not be complete without a trip to see the big man himself, Santa Claus! The Santa Express will transport you and your family to the North Pole and to the home of Santa and Mrs. Claus.

There’s lots of fun to be had with our mischievous elves, on the journey. Families can enjoy a story and sing-along with Mrs Claus, before meeting with Santa himself, where all the good boys and girls receive a special gift.

The Christmas Market In our return back to normality, and with a bigger and better location, we have

• Artisan craft stalls

surface, which gives the feeling of real ice, without the chill. Our ice rink is the perfect spot to round out your day at the market!

• Food and beverage stalls • Funfair for the kiddos and the young at heart • Exciting live entertainment, including music, fire shows, and stilt walkers.

Eco Ice Skating New for 2021, the Wicklow Christmas Market has its own Eco-Ice Rink! Glide along the ice to the sounds of your favourite Christmas carols while the smell of

November 27th December 21st mouth-watering delights waft through the air, creating the feeling of Christmas all around you.

Lace up those boots and take to the environmentally friendly state-of-the-art

Dates: Nov 27th, 28th - Dec 3rd, 4th, 5th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th & 21st Opening Times: 10am - 7.30pm | Location: Leitrim Place, Wicklow Town, Co Wicklow.

Santa Express Hotline: 0404 54400 | Email: info@wicklowchristmasmarket.com

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Opening Hours: 10am – 4.30pm Tickets cost €14.00 for adults and €18 for children which includes a complimentary Location: Oldbridge, Roundwood, gift from Santa. Ballinastoe Crossroads, Co Wicklow. Tel: 01 908 1129 Drumbawn, Roundwood, Co. Wicklow.

Email: boxoffice@santasjourney.ie

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on our warm inviting atmosphere and delicious award-winning Michelin Pub Guide food.

Our award-winning menu offers a wide selection of meat, fish & vegetarian dishes to make your visit an enjoyable & memorable dining experience.

If it’s a visit to Glendalough or a family drive through the Wicklow Mountains, a meal at Byrne & Woods is

the perfect accompaniment to every adventure in Wicklow.

We are open 5 days a week: Wednesday, Thursday 02/12/2018 & Friday from 5 pm until 9 pm and on Saturday & Sunday, we’re open from 12 pm (noon) until 9 pm.

Roundwood, Oldtown, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01 281 7078 | Email: info@ byrneandwoods.ie

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We would like to wish all of our customers a very Happy Christmas & a Prosperous New Year.

Christmas Dining Experience For a truly Magical Christmas Dining experience with family and friends, look no further than Lynhams Hotel in the beautiful village of Laragh.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Lynham’s of Laragh With Live Music from

The Toxic Twins

Accommodation Package Available Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

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Christmas in Arklow

Arklow

Santa’s Magical Kingdom

For the very first time, Santas Magical Kingdom will arrive to The Arklow Bay Hotel with Wonderful Outdoor Christmas Experience Santa is so excited to be joining us here at The Arklow Bay Hotel for our very first Outdoor Christmas Experience. It promises to be a fun day out for all the family to get in the festive spirit.

Santa will be with us every Saturday and Sunday in December 2021 as follows: • Saturday 4th, 11th and 18th, 2pm - 5pm • Sunday 5th, 12th and 19th, 1pm - 4pm The price per ticket is €10 per child plus €1.53 fee per booking, and bookings can only be processed online at Eventbrite.ie. Included in the ticket price for children will be a gift for each child and a hot chocolate with marshmallows.

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40 Wexford Road, Arklow, Co Wicklow.

Tel: 0402 32448 | Mob: 086 856 4262 Email: edholtjoinery@gmail.com | Web: www.edholtjoinery.com ED Holt & Sons are an Irish owned joinery manufacturing company located in Arklow Co. Wicklow.

E 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.

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Kia Ora Mini Farm Visit Santa in Gorey, Wexford at his Kia Ora Mini Farm Magical Christmas Experience. Santa Claus is delighted to announce his return to the Wexford Winter Wonderland that is Kia Ora Mini Farm. Come visit the animals, see Santa’s cosy home and view in amazement our enchanting musical light show.

Admission: €10 per adult, €22 per child, €10 for small babies UNDER 12 MONTHS (if want a present – if not they are free).

Adult Santa Specials also available: Choice of Adults Hot Chocolate or Mulled Wine with Arklow Bay mince pie: €7.00.

Proceeds will be donated to Arklow Cancer Support Group.

Each good child will receive VIP access to our fantastic new present room where they can pick their own unwrapped present from our large range with the help of our merry elf.

Arklow Bay Conference, Leisure & Spa Hotel, Sea Road, Arklow.

Courteencurragh, Gorey, County Wexford.

Phone: 053 94 21166 | www.kiaoraminifarm.ie

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Our new range inspired by nature Discover ReWear Inspired by nature, our new ReWear collection comes in a range of timeless shapes. You’ll find natural earthy tones in greens, warm browns, soft greys, purples and crystal blues – all inspired by the world around us.

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Partially made from recycled and bio-based mterials, the core foundation of each frame is five discarded water bottles, repurposed into plastic chips and used to create these high quality and durable frames.

Halpins... the furniture people

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

Huge Range of Furniture to Choose from!

Free Local Delivery Service

Cantrell – available in Almond or Silver fabric Base.

Marlo Sofa – collection includes an armchair, 2 seater, 3 seater and corner, with grey fabric upholstery and light wood angled legs

Columbia Dining Set – Light Oak (Choice of chair seat, Dark Brown Pu or Wooden Seat)

Chantelle Dining Set Available in Grey or Cream High Gloss Finish with Tempered Glass.

Extendable from 140cm – 180cm

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

Dining Juliet Bedroom Range – elegant ivory painted pine frames with chunky solid oak trim make the Juliet Bedroom Range a stunning collection for any interior.

Jordan Day Bed with Pullout Bed (Available in White & Beech Colours)

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EUROPEAN RUGBY CHAMPIONS CUP

Boxing

DECEMBER 2021

SUNDAY 12TH

Derek Chisora v Joseph Parker II

13:00 Ospreys v Sale 13:00 Connacht v Stade Francais 15:15 La Rochelle v Glasgow Warriors 15:15 Wasps v Munster 17:30 Castres v Harlequins

FRIDAY 17TH 20:00 Ulster v Northampton 20:00 Montpellier v Leinster

SATURDAY 18TH FRIDAY 10TH

SATURDAY, 18TH DECEMBER Joseph Parker and Derek Chisora will square off for a second time when they meet at the Manchester Arena on December 18 exclusively live on DAZN. The heavyweight rivals shared 12 hard rounds back in May when Parker got off the floor in the opening session to take the fight on points, a decision that Chisora didn’t agree with.

Since the first meeting, Chisora has made big changes to his team with Dave Coldwell returning in the corner and 258 MGT, the management company of Anthony Joshua, also playing a part. .

Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

20:00 Northampton v Racing 92

SATURDAY 11TH 13:00 Cardiff Blues v Toulouse 15:15 Bordeaux Begles v Leicester 15:15 Leinster v Bath 17:30 Bristol v Scarlets 17:30 Clermont Auvergne v Ulster 20:00 Exeter v Montpellier

UFC 269

13:00 Harlequins v Cardiff Blues 13:00 Bath v La Rochelle 15:15 Sale v Clermont Auvergne 17:30 Racing 92 v Ospreys 17:30 Glasgow Warriors v Exeter 20:00 Munster v Castres

SUNDAY 19TH 13:00 Leicester v Connacht 13:00 Scarlets v Bordeaux Begles 15:15 Toulouse v Wasps 17:30 Stade Francais v Bristol

Brandon Moreno v Deiveson Figueiredo

SATURDAY, 11TH DECEMBER Charles Oliveira v Dustin Poirier

FRI 10TH – SUN 12TH DEC 2021

Amanada Nunes v Julianna Pena

Get ready for a dramatic finale filled with fierce wrap-up battles between legendary F1 teams as they compete for the coveted 2021 FIA Formula 1 World Championship title in Abu Dhabi.

The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is going from Thursday December 9th to Sunday December 12th, and it’s the last race of the season.

Leon Edwards v Jorge Masvidal

The event is set to be the most exciting Abu Dhabi Grand Prix yet, with a new F1 track layout being constructed to boost overtaking and create even more exhilarating moments.

Kai Kara-France v Cody Garbrandt

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Raulian Paiva v Sean O’Malley

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Champions League Fixtures GROUP STAGE: MATCH 6 OF 6 Monday 20th

DECEMBER 2021 Saturday 4th 12:30 West Ham v Chelsea 15:00 Newcastle v Burnley 15:00 Wolves v Liverpool 15:00 Southampton v Brighton 17:30 Watford v Man City

Tuesday 14th 19:30 Brentford v Man Utd 19:45 Norwich v Aston Villa 20:00 Man City v Leeds

Wednesday 15th

19:30 Brighton v Wolves 19:30 Crystal Palace v Southampton 14:00 Leeds v Brentford 14:00 Man Utd v Crystal Palace 19:30 Burnley v Watford 20:00 Arsenal v West Ham 14:00 Tottenham v Norwich 16:30 Aston Villa v Leicester

Sunday 5th

Thursday 16th

Monday 6th 20:00 Everton v Arsenal

Friday 10th

19:30 Leicester v Tottenham 19:45 Chelsea v Everton 20:00 Liverpool v Newcastle

20:00 Brentford v Watford

Saturday 18th

Saturday 11th

12:30 Man Utd v Brighton 15:00 Southampton v Brentford 15:00 Watford v Crystal Palace 15:00 West Ham v Norwich 15:00 Aston Villa v Burnley 17:30 Leeds v Arsenal

12:30 Man City v Wolves 15:00 Chelsea v Leeds 15:00 Liverpool v Aston Villa 15:00 Arsenal v Southampton 17:30 Norwich v Man Utd

Sunday 12th

Sunday 19th 14:00 Newcastle v Man City 14:00 Wolves v Chelsea 16:30 Tottenham v Liverpool

Sunday 26th 12:30 Liverpool v Leeds 12:30 Wolves v Watford 15:00 West Ham v Southampton 15:00 Tottenham v Crystal Palace 15:00 Norwich v Arsenal 15:00 Man City v Leicester 15:00 Burnley v Everton 17:30 Aston Villa v Chelsea 20:00 Brighton v Brentford

TUESDAY 7TH DECEMBER

Monday 27th

17:45 RB Leipzig v Man City

20:00 Newcastle v Man Utd

20:00 AC Milan v Liverpool

Tuesday 28th

20.00 Real Madrid v Inter Milan

12:30 Arsenal v Wolves 15:00 Southampton v Tottenham 15:00 Watford v West Ham 15:00 Crystal Palace v Norwich 17:30 Leeds v Aston Villa 20:00 Leicester v Liverpool

WEDNESDAY 8TH DECEMBER

Wednesday 29th 19:30 Chelsea v Brighton

20:15 Brentford v Man City

17:45 Zenit v Chelsea 20:00 Man Utd v Young Boys 20:00 Bayern v Barcelona

Leopardstown Christmas Festival 2021

Thursday 30th 19:30 Everton v Newcastle 20:15 Man Utd v Burnley

William Hill World Darts Championship 2021/22

Sports Focus

14:00 Burnley v West Ham 14:00 Leicester v Newcastle 14:00 Brighton v Tottenham 16:30 Crystal Palace v Everton

20:00 Everton v Leicester

DATE: 26–29th December 2021

VENUE: Leopardstown Racecourse,

Foxrock, Dublin 18

The countdown to fans returning to Alexandra Palace is underway as we count down to the 2021/22 William Hill World Darts Championship.

The Leopardstown Christmas Festival runs from 26th – 29th December with four days of exciting National Hunt racing and course wide entertainment.

Following a 2020/21 tournament which was predominantly played behind closed doors, over 3,000 fans will be able to attend all 28 sessions of sport’s biggest party.

The Festival features 7 Grade 1 races over the four days, including the Grade 1 Racing Post Novice Steeplechase on Sunday 26th December, The Paddy Power Steeplechase on Monday 27th December, The Grade 1 Savills Chase on Tuesday 28th December and a Grade 1 Matheson Hurdle on Wednesday 29th December.

The festive feast of darts will begin on Wednesday December 15 and will run through to the final on Wednesday January 3, with 96 players from around the world competing for £2.5million in prize money.

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Reviews on the biggest Games, Movies, Books

MATRIX RESURRECTIONS

wipe out millions of people and SPIDER-MAN destroy humanity. NO WAY

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Release Date: 24th December

Release Date: December 17th

In a world of two realities—everyday life and what lies behind it—Thomas Anderson will have to choose to follow the white rabbit once more.

Choice, while an illusion, is still the only way in or out of the Matrix, which is stronger, more secure and more dangerous than ever before,” the synopsis reads.

With Spider-Man’s identity now revealed, our friendly neighborhood web-slinger is unmasked and no longer able to separate his normal life as Peter Parker from the high stakes of being a superhero. When Peter asks for help from Doctor Strange, the stakes become even more dangerous, forcing him to discover what it truly means to be Spider-Man.

THE KING’S MAN Release Date: 24th December One man must race against time to stop history’s worst tyrants and criminal masterminds as they get together to plot a war that could

HOUSE OF GUCCI Release Date: 26th November When Patrizia Reggiani, an outsider

from humble beginnings, marries into the Gucci family, her unbridled ambition begins to unravel the family legacy and triggers a reckless spiral of betrayal, decadence, revenge -- and ultimately murder.

CHRISTMAS WITH ANDRE Release Date: December 4th The King of the Waltz brings you a festive spectacular from his newly created Winter Palace in his hometown of Maastricht. Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season while singing and dancing away to lovely Christmas carols, romantic waltzes and beautiful melodies like Jingle Bells, O Holy Night, Hallelujah, a show-stopping performance of Walking in the Air and many more!

Marvel at the magnificent palace decorations including 150 beautiful chandeliers, over 50 Venetian candelabras and huge arched windows revealing a joyous wintery landscape including ice rinks and ice skaters.

Christmas with André is guaranteed to warm your hearts and get you in the festive spirit. Join André for his inaugural Christmas concert all from the comfort of your local cinema. An unforgettable festive treat for the whole family

CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG Release Date: December 10th When Emily Elizabeth meets a magical animal rescuer who gives her a little red puppy, she never anticipated waking up to find a giant, 10-foot hound in her small New York City

sideways, and they unwittingly unleash a chain of catastrophic events.

Construct and customise new buildings and flex your managerial muscle across never-before-seen locations ranging from dense forests to rocky deserts. Rescue and bioengineer more than 75 prehistoric species, including highly requested flying and marine reptiles, and watch them seek territory, fight and interact with staggering realism.

FIFA 22 (€79.99)

FORZA HORIZON 5 (€69.99)

FIFA 22 brings a new season of innovation across every mode in the game; enjoy more consistency between the posts with a goalkeeper rewrite that brings more composure to the most important position on the pitch, live out your football dreams as you create and manage your custom club to glory in Career Mode, get rewarded for your flair with restyled gameplay in VOLTA FOOTBALL, welcome back football’s most memorable players as FIFA Ultimate Team™ Heroes, and feel the atmosphere of your next big game with the most immersive matchday experience ever seen in EA SPORTS FIFA.

Lead expeditions across the vibrant and ever-evolving open world landscapes of Mexico with limitless, fun driving action in hundreds of the world’s greatest cars. Discover living deserts, lush jungles, historic cities, hidden ruins, pristine beaches, vast canyons and a towering snow-capped volcano. Immerse yourself in a deep campaign with hundreds of challenges that reward you for engaging in the activities you love. Meet new characters and choose the outcomes of their Horizon Story missions.

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CALL OF DUTY – VANGUARD (€79.99) The critically-acclaimed Call of Duty® franchise returns with Call of Duty®: Vanguard, in which players will experience global combat through the eyes of heroes of World War II and the fateful events that brought them together. Vanguard is a deeply engaging narrative, featuring a select group of soldiers from different countries and backgrounds who rise together to meet the world’s gravest threat, change the fortunes of the war, and set the table for what we know today as special forces combat.

MARVELS GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY (€74.99) Twelve years ago, an epic conflict known as the Galactic War swept across the galaxy.

Hoping to ditch painful memories by seeking new adventures and profit, the roguish Star-Lord brings together four other misfit heroes for hire to form the Guardians of the Galaxy. On one of their first missions together, they search for a valuable monster in a restricted area of space filled with war debris. Their carefree approach to exploration culminates with a bet going spectacularly

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apartment. With her single mother away on business, Emily and her fun but impulsive uncle set out on an adventure that takes a bite out of the Big Apple.

JURASSIC WORLD EVOLUTION 2 (€59.99) Immerse yourself in a compelling and original Jurassic World narrative set after the Earth-shattering events of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. Lead efforts to control, conserve and contain dinosaurs as you work alongside iconic characters from the films.

BACK 4 BLOOD (€69.99) Back 4 Blood is a thrilling cooperative first-person shooter from the creators of the critically acclaimed Left 4 Dead franchise.

You are at the centre of a war against the Ridden. These once-human hosts of a deadly parasite have turned into terrifying creatures bent on devouring what remains of civilization.

With humanity’s extinction on the line, it’s up to you and your friends to take the fight to the enemy, eradicate the Ridden, and reclaim the world.

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid JEFF KINNEY

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After a disastrous field day competition at school, Greg decides that when it comes to his athletic career, he’s officially retired. But after his mom urges him to give sports one more chance, he reluctantly agrees to sign up for basketball. Find out in Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot, the newest book by #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney!

Better Off Dead LEE CHILD & ANDREW CHILD Jack Reacher returns, in the brand new thriller from bestselling authors Lee and Andrew Child. Reacher goes where he wants, when he wants. That morning he was heading west, walking under the merciless desert sun until he comes upon a curious scene. A Jeep has crashed into the only tree for miles around. A woman is slumped over the wheel. Dead? No, nothing is what it seems. Relentless action, a gripping mystery and a host of evil new enemies who are soon going to learn . . . they’d be better off dead.

The Apollo Murders CHRIS HADFIELD

MYSTERY | THRILLER - €14.99

The year 1973: a final, top-secret mission to the moon. Three astronauts in a tiny spaceship, a quarter million miles from home. A quarter million miles from help. NASA is about to launch Apollo 18. While the mission has been billed as a scientific one, flight controller Kazimieras “Kaz” Zemeckis knows there is a darker objective. Intelligence has discovered a secret Soviet space station spying on America, and Apollo 18 may be the only chance to stop it.

Keith Earls – Fight or Flight SPORTS | AUTOBIOGRAPHY - €10.00

Keith Earls has maintained a low profile throughout his career. For the first time he talks in depth and at length about the inner turmoil that went unseen by team-mates, friends and fans. A confessional, intimate and courageous story of the pain that was a constant companion to the glory.

Taste: My Life Through Food STANLEY TUCCI

CULINARY BIOGRAPHY - €22.99

ACTION | ADVENTURE

AVAILABLE TO BUY & RENT NOW A new batch of Belle Reve’s meta-humans strike a deal with the cold head of Task Force X, Amanda Waller.

This time, her ragtag band of super-powered convicts - Harley Quinn, Bloodsport, Peacemaker, King Shark, Polka-Dot Man, and Ratcatcher 2 venture into the peril-laden South American island nation of Corto Maltese to find the Thinker: the evil scientist in charge of the mysterious Project Starfish. But, as the band joins forces with an old leader of the notorious team, humankind is on the verge of extinction. Can the expendable Suicide Squad stop the new menace that could mean the end of the world as we know it?

FAST & FURIOUS 9 ACTION | ADVENTURE

AVAILABLE TO BUY & RENT NOW Dom Toretto is living the quiet life off the grid with Letty and his son, but they know that danger always lurks just over the peaceful horizon. This time, that threat forces Dom to confront the sins of his past to save those he loves most. His crew soon comes together to stop a world-shattering plot by the most skilled assassin and high-performance driver they’ve ever encountered -- Dom’s forsaken brother.

HONEST THIEF ACTION | CRIME

AVAILABLE TO BUY & RENT NOW They call him the In-and-Out-Bandit because meticulous thief Tom Carter (Liam Neeson) has stolen $9 million from small-town banks while managing to keep his identity a secret. But after he falls in love with the bubbly Annie (Kate Walsh), Tom decides to make a fresh start by coming clean about his criminal past, only to be double-crossed by two ruthless FBI agents.

MARVEL’S SHANG-CHI ACTION | FANTASY

AVAILABLE TO BUY & RENT NOW Marvel Studios’ “Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings” stars Simu Liu as Shang-Chi, who must confront the past he thought he left behind when he is drawn into the web of the mysterious Ten Rings organization.

The Dark Hours

ACTION | THRILLER

THRILLER | CRIME - €15.99

There’s chaos in Hollywood at the end of the New Year’s Eve countdown.

Working her graveyard shift, LAPD detective Renée Ballard waits out the traditional rain of lead as hundreds of revellers shoot their guns into the air. Only minutes after midnight, Ballard is called to a scene where a hardworking auto shop owner has been fatally hit by a bullet in the middle of a crowded street party. Ballard quickly concludes that the deadly bullet could not have fallen from the sky and that it is linked to another unsolved murder—a case at one time worked by Detective Harry Bosch.

April in Spain JOHN BANVILLE

MYSTERY | THRILLER - €14.99

When Dublin pathologist Quirke glimpses a familiar face while on holiday with his wife, it’s hard, at first, to tell whether his imagination is just running away with him. Could she really be who he thinks she is, and have a connection with a crime that nearly brought ruin to an Irish political dynasty? Unable to ignore his instincts, Quirke makes a call back home and Detective St John Strafford is soon dispatched to Spain. But he’s not the only one on route: as a terrifying hitman hunts down his prey, they are all set for a brutal showdown.

DON’T BREATHE 2 AVAILABLE TO BUY & RENT NOW Hiding out for years in an isolated cabin, Norman Nordstrom has taken in and raised a young girl orphaned from a house fire. Their quiet existence is shattered when a group of kidnappers show up and take the girl, forcing Norman to leave his safe haven to save her.

Entertainment Reviews

Taste is a reflection on the intersection of food and life, filled with anecdotes about his growing up in Westchester, New York; preparing for and shooting the foodie films Big Night and Julie & Julia; falling in love over dinner; and teaming up with his wife to create meals for a multitude of children. Each morsel of this gastronomic journey through good times and bad, five-star meals and burned dishes, is as heartfelt and delicious as the last.

MICHAEL CONNOLLY

New Releases to Rent or Buy

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THE SUICIDE SQUAD

PAW PATROL: THE MOVIE ANIMATION | ADVENTURE

AVAILABLE TO BUY & RENT NOW When the PAW Patrol’s biggest rival, Mayor Humdinger, becomes Mayor of nearby Adventure City and starts wreaking havoc, Ryder and everyone’s favourite heroic pups kick into high gear to face the challenge head-on.

While one of the pups must face his past in Adventure City, the team finds help from a new ally, the savvy dachshund Liberty. Together, armed with exciting new gadgets and gear, the PAW Patrol fights to save the citizens of Adventure City and stop Mayor Humdinger from destroying the bustling metropolis. |

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Xmas Desserts Dessert To Impress…

Profiteroles with Chocolate Sauce INGREDIENTS: • 65g/2½oz Odlums Strong White Flour • 50g/2oz Butter or Margarine • 150ml Cold Water • Pinch of Salt • 2 Eggs (Lightly beaten) Filling: • Whipped Cream Chocolate Sauce: • 250g Carton of Cream • 150g Chocolate

METHOD: 1. Preheat oven to 200c/Gas 6. Lightly grease a flat baking tray or place baking paper on your tray to stop any sticking.

2. Place water and butter into a saucepan over a low heat until butter melts.

3. Bring to a brisk boil. Reduce heat and add sieved flour and salt.

4. Stir briskly with a wooden spoon until mixture forms a soft dough and leaves the sides of the saucepan. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.

5. Add the eggs gradually and beat until mixture is smooth & shiny.

6. Drop dough in tablespoons about 3” apart onto the greased baking tray or, put the dough into a piping bag and pipe the dough onto the baking tray.

7. Bake for 25mins in the oven until puffed & golden.

8. Remove from oven and pierce the bottom with a skewer to release the steam. Allow to cool.

• Strawberries, Raspberries or Mixed Berries (your choice) • 500g Carton of Ready to Serve Custard • 170ml Carton Cream • To Decorate – 2/3 bars of Flake, crumbled and Hundreds & Thousands

METHOD: 1. Arrange the sponge fingers, or if you have made a homemade sponge - slice into fingers and arrange in the base of your large glass trifle bowl.

2. Dissolve jelly as per instructions on the pack and add sherry if using. Pour the jelly mixture over the sponge fingers and allow to set.

3. Place your fruit of choice on top of the jelly. Pour over the custard, spreading evenly. Spread over the whipped cream finishing with the crumbled flake and hundreds and thousands.

Simple Christmas Dessert…

Apple Crumble INGREDIENTS • 3-4 Cooking Apples • 100g Granulated Sugar • 150g Plain Flour

9. While the profiteroles are cooling, warm cream over a low heat.

Add the chocolate and stir until the chocolate has melted.

• 75g Salted Butter, softened

10. When cooled, pipe the whipped cream into the profiterole or slit along one side and fill with the cream.

METHOD:

11. With your melted chocolate, drip over your profiteroles or serve with the sauce on the side.

Traditional Christmas Dessert…

Christmas Trifle INGREDIENTS: • Sponge Fingers or Homemade Sponge • 4 tablespoons of Sherry (optional) 44

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1. Preheat oven to 180c/Gas mark 6.

2. Peel and slice the cooking apples into medium slices 3. In a bowl mix the sugar, flour and butter until it resembles breadcrumbs.

4. Arrange the apple slices in a bowl (pie dish) and sprinkle, covering the apples with the dry mixture.

5. Cook in the oven for 20-25mins or until golden brown.

6. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10mins. Slice and serve with custard or ice-cream

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