In Wicklow Magazine - Spring 2022

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As always, we bring you all of news activities from around Your local community, including a run-down on all events for you and all of the family to enjoy.

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Spring Gardening

Spring has sprung and now is the time to tend to your garden. We bring you some of the professionals you may need to help Your garden spring into action this season.

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Bray Jazz Festival

Bray Jazz Festival will return for our 21st festival on the May Bank Holiday weekend. We’ve missed the past two years as a result of the pandemic, but are looking forward to welcoming audiences back this year.

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Food in Wicklow

We have scoured the County to bring our readers some of Wicklow’s most elegant café’s, pubs and restaurants with some of the most delicious food and drink. So, if you have a taste for dining, this is the article for you.

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St Patricks Day

We include the full details of all the festivities, events, and entertainment that is happening in Bray & Wicklow Town this St Patrick’s Day.

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Sports

We look at some of the world’s major up-coming sporting events this MarchApril. We cover all of the Premiership & International Fixtures, a round up of the PDC Darts, The Grand National Race Meetings along with some of the fights in the world of Boxing and the UFC.

Reviews from the Omniplex Cinema Arklow, Sky Store, Gaming and Book Releases.

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

Family Walks

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Goodbyes Winter, Hello Spring…. The time has come to get the family or friends our for a bit of fun, fresh air and a good old chat. The perfect family day out in our book.

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Damien Dempsey Arklow Bay Hotel

Killruddery Farm Market

DATE: Friday 15th April | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €31.90 (INCLUDING

Every Saturday: 10am – 4pm | Free parking & Admission into the Horse Yard 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

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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.

Killruddery Cut Flowers Presents Willow Works with Sarah Jenkinson DATE: Sunday 10th April | TIME: 10am – 4pm | TICKETS: €150

Join us this Spring and learn the craft of basket making with expert basket weaver Sarah Jenkinson. While weaving a obelisk for your garden (a tall and ornate support for plants like sweet peas, garden peas, clematis, and perfect for formal or more relaxed gardens), this workshop is a good introduction to working with willow and you will be shown a variety

of traditional weaves and basket making techniques.

To ensure high quality tuition and support numbers for this workshop will be maximum 10 people, all materials for this workshop will be provided, and everyone will leave the workshop with a woven obelisk to bring home with them. This workshop is for complete beginners & intermediate practitioners or those looking to explore and expand the art of basket weaving and craft making.

For further information, visit: www.killruddery.com or Tel: 01 286 3405

The 2022 tour of Ireland will be like the African rains after a terrible drought. New life and new beginnings and saplings will emerge within us and we’ll sing and dance in the warm rain of soul ceol and poetic prose. I’m living for these shows my friends, to sing all our cares away together again in beautiful unison in a room full of likeminded people full of heart felt soul and empathy. You don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone, but when you get it back...

Ideal Home Show 2022, RDS - Dublin DATE: Friday April 1st - Sunday April 3rd | TIMES: Friday 11am - 6pm; Saturday & Sunday: 10am - 6pm | TICKETS: Adults: €15; Students / OAP’s: €10; Kids under 12 years old are free

Tens of thousands of enthusiastic Homeowners, Home Makers, Movers and Improvers attend Ireland’s biggest home show, the permanent tsb Ideal Home Show.

The permanent tsb Ideal Home show covers everything from interior design, décor and furnishing to planning building projects, extensions, renovations, or new builds.

As well as shopping for appliances, technology, and sustainable energy solutions, to outdoor living and lifestyle. This is your one stop show for all things home.

Greenan Maze

The Pregnancy & Baby Fair | RDS, Dublin

A Hidden Gem worth finding

DATE: Saturday April 9th – Sunday April 10th

Easter 2022 We open for the Easter School Holidays from Saturday 9th April 2022 to Sunday 24th April 2022, inclusive.

For the Easter School holidays we have • Free Nature Treasure hunts for kids every day • Nature Trails for kids every day • Fairy Tree walk especially for toddlers and the wee folk

school holidays…usually about 2pm every day dependent on weather, see Facebook for details.

Coffee Shop opens for all of Easter School Holidays and Easter Weekend.

• Feeding the animals every day during Easter Ballinanty, Greenan, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 0404 46000 | www.greenanmaze.com

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The Pregnancy & Baby Fair is Ireland’s biggest, best and only exhibition covering all things pregnancy & baby related.

We have gathered the world’s biggest baby brands under one roof as well as Ireland’s leading retailers and product specialists. In addition, we also have Ireland’s top pregnancy & baby professionals ready to give you the best and latest advice and address any concerns or questions you might have about this exciting yet daunting time of life.

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John Bishop – 3 Arena, Dublin Right Here Right Now Tour

Mermaid Arts Centre Events Des Bishop - Mia Mamma DATE: Friday 15th April | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €28 | COMEDY

DATE: Friday 25th March| TIME: Doors – 18:30 | TICKETS: €49.50

This will be John’s eighth stand up show and it is shaping up to be his best yet. It will see him performing across the UK, Ireland, America, Canada and Europe. He can’t wait to be back on the road again!

For more information on Tickets, visit: www.3arena.ie

Looking for América DATE: Friday 25th – Saturday 26th March | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €18

Little Mix – 3 Arena, Dublin The Confetti Tour I am often asked “where do you get your material from?”

Following his father’s arrest by a Military Junta, at the age of five, Fede and his family were forced to flee the Salvadoran Civil war.

There followed years of continuous moving throughout Latin America with his mother and brother as they sought sanctuary.

Looking for América charts two journeys. The journey of that night in Havana looking for a Salvadoran ex-Guerilla fighter called América, and the journey of escaping the catastrophe that had engulfed his country decades before. A catastrophe whose after effects still resonate today.

The truth is really that I try to see the funny in everything. My mother died in March 2019 and of course it was sad and grief can be tough sometimes but I saw a lot of funny in that too. Since death comes to us all and grief is something most of us will experience I thought there must be plenty of people who would like that funny to be shared. Also I did a show about my Dad being sick back in 2010 and I couldn’t face my mother in the afterlife because I know her first question would be “your Father got a show, how come I didn’t get one?”

Niamh Regan DATE: Thursday 21st April| TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €18 | MUSIC

NASC: Tara Breen, Pádraig Rynne, Jim Murray & Dónal Lunny

Global pop superstars Little Mix have rescheduled their Confetti Tour and will now bring the show to 3Arena on Tuesday, 12th and Wednesday, 13th April 2022.

The tour will see Little Mix perform songs from their brand new upcoming album ‘Confetti’, including the 2020 smashes ‘Holiday’ and ‘Break Up Song’, alongside some of their greatest hits including ‘Touch’, ‘ Woman Like Me’, ‘Black Magic’ and ‘Shout Out To My Ex’.

For more information on Tickets, visit: www.3arena.ie

Simple Minds – 3 Arena, Dublin DATE: Sunday 17th April| TIME: Doors – 18:30 | TICKETS: From

€50.20

Simple Minds, celebrating 40 years in music, fronted by founder members Jim Kerr (vocals) and Charlie Burchill (guitar). They have experienced a remarkable journey since releasing their debut album ‘Life in a Day’ in 1979. Constantly evolving, the band’s rousing choruses and booming atmospherics made them one of the most iconic bands of the Eighties.

Along the way, they’ve landed five UK #1 albums, topped the singles charts on both sides of the Atlantic, sold over 60 million albums and packed stadiums the world over.

DATE: Thursday 14th April | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €20 | MUSIC

Embark on an odyssey of wonder, joyfulness and upbeat music as four incredibly talented and creative folk musicians shape melodies from past and present into something dynamic and irresistible. A quartet comprising of musicians at the fore of our tradition, expect a performance from the gentle to the rhythmical and all the in-betweens.

DATE: Tuesday 12th – Wednesday 13th April| TIME: Doors – 18:00 | TICKETS: From €38.65

For more information on Tickets, visit: www.3arena.ie Niamh Regan is a critically acclaimed songwriter from county Galway. Released in the midst of the lockdown in 2020, her debut album Hemet announced her arrival as one of the most distinctive songwriters in Ireland today. Earning nominations for both the RTE Folk Awards and the Choice Awards album of the year, the album received soaring praise, and led to performances on The Late Late Show, Other Voices, and La Blogothèque.

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

Gates of Hell Virtual Reality & Night Tour DATE: 18th March from 6pm

Please arrive 10 minutes before your time slot.

This fully immersive seated 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 be a guest appearance from one of the Haunted Gaol’s famous ghosts!

VR Tour ticket includes tour of the Gaol - You can tour the Gaol after doing the VR experience Wicklow Gaol was, for many years, a place of horrendous atrocities in which prisoners were subjected to torture, starvation and death.

For more information visit: www.wicklowshistoricgaol.com

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

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

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

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

www.skc.ie info@skc.ie

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Mermaid Arts Centre Events There’s a point beyond burnout where all you can do is laugh, and funnywoman Deirdre O’Kane has well and truly reached it. Catch her brilliant new stand-up show, Demented, at The Whale Theatre.

Deirdre O’ Kane – Demented

Danny O’ Brien: The God of All Things Bad

DATE: Saturday 2nd April | Comedy | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €25

DATE: Friday 8th April | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €20 | COMEDY

(Over 18’s)

last 18 months! From making one of the highest viewed stand-up specials in Irish television history (Recorded outdoors in a block of Dublin council flats during the first lockdown!) to somehow spending 3 months stranded in Central America.

Along the way, he starred in a viral Spanish comedy sketch video in Costa Rica (a language he still hasn’t been able to learn and definitely still can’t speak!) amongst other things.

This show follows his ridiculous journey over land and water to meet the highly worshipped Mayan deity that is ‘Maximón’ in Guatemala.. (and gives this show its name!) He also now has a dog daughter and trust issues with drinking water and Zoom.

Heartstring - A New Play by Ronan Woods DATE: Friday 22nd & Saturday 23rd April | TIME: 8pm | TICKETS: €16 | DRAMA

The award-winning Wicklow comic has stayed busier than ever over the

Irish music scene. However, when tragedy strikes, grief stricken best friends Eoghan and Nel are left to console each other’s broken hearts.

Through music, fights, laughter and tears they struggle to come to terms with their loss and honour the life and death of their beloved dear friend.

It follows an up and coming pop-rock band starting to make waves in the

The play explores mental health, guilt and obsession, but also the importance of human connection and the relationships in our lives. The themes are expressed through raw dialogue and beautiful acoustic songs (played live onstage) to create a unique and intimate musical experience.

The Whale Theatre, Greystones, Co Wicklow. A63 V1F8. Tel: 01 201 0550 or Visit www.whaletheatre.ie

West Wicklow Music Festival DATE: 18th May, 2022

The programme for May 2022 has been a long time coming.

Most of the incredible artists joining the festival were due to perform at the 2020 festival so we’re excited to think that this year they will finally get to enthrall the wonderful West Wicklow audiences. The programme features a diversity of exciting works from Mozart to Charlotte Bray and everything in between.

The education and outreach programme continues to deliver workshops, masterclasses, family concerts and as part of the Rising Stars concert, the winner of the WWF Composition Competition will have their work premiered at the festival.

We look forward to seeing you all in May for summer sunshine and glorious music!

Tickets to all evening concerts at Russborough cost €38 (€19 students) + a booking fee.

For more information visit: www.russborough.ie

The Coach Inn Bray Live Music DATE: APRIL 2022

Saturday 2nd Saturday 9th Saturday 16th Sunday 17th Saturday 23rd Saturday 30th

Take 2 Mirage (Acoustic The Props Aaron Rowe Paul McGuiness Darragh O’Connor

The Coach Inn, Dublin Road, Bray. Tel: 01 2864674 6

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Courthouse Arts Centre ELEANOR MCEVOY DATE: Friday, 1st April | TIME: 8:30pm 10:30pm | TICKETS: €24

Having released her 16th album “Gimme Some Wine” to rave reviews at the end of 2021, Eleanor McEvoy one of Ireland’s foremost songwriters is now back on the road following the release of her latest riveting single “South Anne Street” Her live show is spellbinding. She walks in a single pool of light, the stage set with an electric guitar, an acoustic guitar, violin, piano and a small amp. What follows has been enthralling audiences around the world for decades.

Through this fusion of bygone and modern, established and innovative, McEvoy creates something totally fresh but with a taste of the familiar…with, perhaps, a glass of red on the side”.

DON BAKER DATE: Saturday, 23rd April | TIME: 8:30pm - 10:30pm | TICKETS: €25

Just turned a young 70 and 55 years on the road, Don Baker has had an amazing career. Harmonica player, singer-songwriter and actor he has headlines with Tom Jones and Van Morrison, acted opposite Daniel Day-Lewis in the Oscar Nominated “In the Name of the Father” and been declared by Bono as “The greatest harmonica player in the World!”

After two years off the road he tours his new “Blues Man Tour” which features stories of his life and of life on the road together with the legendary performances of the a consummate entertainer that have engaged, enchanted and charmed audiences over the years.

Dwyer Square, Tinahely, County Wicklow. Tel: 0402 38529

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Gaelforce 10k Kippure DATE: Sunday, 10th April, 2022

This scenic 10k race is perfect as a first taster of trail running or as a totally different experience for seasoned urban runners. This is the first race of the Gaelforce 10K Trilogy. Run them all and get your hands on our exclusive 3-part medal.

Stage 1: Forest & Mountain Trail The route starts at the carpark at Kippure Holiday Village and Estate, with a short flat 1km run. The route then leaves the estate, crossing a quiet country road, heading up Kippure mountain for a climb of 260 metres - approximately half-way up the mountain to 560m above sea level - and then loops back down the mountain. The trails are a mix of wide Coillte tracks and narrow soft turf tracks, with pan-

oramic views and beautiful scenery.

Stage 2: Riverside & Parkland Trail After descending the mountain, it’s back to the Kippure Estate for a 5km loop run through the estate parklands and along the banks of the river Liffey and back to the finish line at the Kippure Estate carpark For more information visit: www.gaelforceevents.com

Hidden Valley Resort Easter Weekend

Quest Glendalough DATE: 2nd April, 2022

This epic adventure involves racers running and cycling through the Wicklow Mountains National Park and Glendalough Valley as well as kayaking across the spectacular Upper Lake and finishing the race in the shadows of the monastic round tower which epitomises the Glendalough area.

Quest Glendalough is a one-day multi-adventure sports race and is part of Quest Adventure Series Ireland. The race involves running, cycling and kayaking across the spectacular mountains, valleys and lakes of Wicklow. Choose from 3 challenging routes, in one of the most epic locations in Ireland- Challenge 21km, Sport 43km and the Expert 59km.

Be part of the best adventure race series in the world. You’ve never done anything like this before.

For more info visit: www.questadventureseries.com

Splash Valley Aqua Park

DATE: April 15th, 2022 - April 18th, 2022

Always looking for an excuse for a celebration, Hidden Valley Holiday Park is celebrating Easter with a themed weekend of egg-related mischief. Be sure to book early, as this is sure to be a highly soughtafter weekend!

Hidden Valley Holiday Park will be going to the egg-stream to bring families fun, laughter, excitement (and maybe just a little bit of chocolate) throughout Easter weekend.

Activities include, but are not limited to: • Giant Easter Egg Hunt (ages 5 and under) • Easter Bunny

Re-opens Saturday, April 30th 2022 • Easter Egg Treasure Hunt (ages 6 plus) • Colouring Contest • Relays, races and activities for both adults and children • Lots of prizes • Sweets, sweets and more sweets and much more…

For more information visit: www.hiddenvalley.ie

Wicklow Gaol Break 2022 DATE: Sunday, March 27th

The Wicklow Gaol break Half Marathon or 10km will take place on March 27th starting from the fantastic venue of Wicklow’s Historic Gaol. This is the 12th year of this popular, scenic, coastal, and atmospheric race. In 2013 we introduced a flatter half marathon which was very well received. We look forward to welcoming over 1,900 participants to Wicklow Town.

The unique Finish area in the Courtyard of Wicklow’s Historic Gaol and the scenic Coastal course has been a big hit with runners and walkers from all over the country.

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All tickets are for a 1 Hour Session (10 min safety talk and 50 min on Aqua Park). Buoyancy aid, shorty wetsuit and helmet included.

Standard Daily Ticket: Aqua Park Single Session (50min) – €22.50 per person 2nd Session Price: €19 per person – Must be booked at The Lakehouse for discount to be applied.

Fantastic Activity for: School Tours, Scouts, Youth Groups, Corporate Outings, Birthday Parties, Family Reunions. Private Hire of the entire Aqua Park available for all types of groups.

For more information visit: www.hiddenvalley.ie

Easter Dance Camp DATE: Monday 11th April – Friday 15th April |TIME: 10am – 12.30pm | COST: €65.00 | VENUE: De La Salle

Ideal start of season race to blow out the cobwebs.

What time will we escape: • Half marathon convicts Walking only start at 10am.

• Half marathon convicts Runners - start at 10.30am • 10km convicts (Walkers and Runners) start at 10.40am

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Splash Valley Aqua Park is Ireland’s Newest & Largest Aqua Park – over 30 obstacles and 1,800 square metres to conquer!

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Winter is normally a quiet time in the garden but it does not be long before Spring arrives and you’ll be caught up in the frenzy pf seed-sowing, growing and nurturing your garden as it comes to life. Getting your garden in order early will help make the Spring a little less hectic.

A trip to your local garden centre is a great idea this time of year. Staff can give you expert advice on which plants, trees and shrubs will grow best in your area. They can also recommend local landscapers and gardeners who can look after your garden, if you are unable to do it yourself.

Lawn Care

The most important lawn care job for a fantastic lawn is correct and regular mowing. You need to cut the

grass whenever it is growing – which is likely to be weekly or even more frequently as the weather warms up in Spring. Trim the edges along the pathways and flowerbeds to get a nice clean look to your lawn.

fixed now! so you have more time to spend in the Garden during Spring and Summer. Treat your wooden garden structures with a wood preservative during dry periods.

Hedges

Fix Fences, Gates & Trellis Good hedges make good neighbours, but a hedge does much more than mark boundaries. It creates a shelter belt to protect everything in the garden and far more efficiently than walls or fences. It also provides a habitat for wildlife. Choice of plant will depend on the hedge’s intended purpose.

Although it is still a little cold outside this is an ideal time of the year to get those niggly little jobs out of the way. Any broken structures are best

Trees & Shrubs

In addition to being ornamental, trees and shrubs provide privacy and shade.

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Powerscourt Tulip Display 2022 11 th April - 16 th May

This year the Tulip display is back, and will be bigger and more beautiful with 40,000 Tulips to enjoy in the Gardens.

There will be 30,000 in Herbaceous border (Irelands longest double-sided border) and 8,000 in the annual beds in the iconic Italian Gardens and a further 2000 in other beds around the Gardens.

and tending to the bulbs to ensure a beautiful display for you.

Along with over 30,000 daffodils and 2000 hyacinths around the gardens.

This Spring Powerscourt is a must.

Come for a walk through the gardens and enjoy the tulips at various points in your visit, particularly in the Walled Garden and along the Herbaceous border. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do each year!

The head gardener Alex and his team have been working hard for months; selecting both favourite and unusual tulip varieties, planning layout and colour schemes and of course, planting Powerscourt Estate, Enniskerry, County Wicklow | 01 204 6000 | info@powerscourt.net | www.powerscourt.com

They screen eyesores and provide habitats for wildlife. Long-lived, they need little attention once they are established. In terms of garden design, aim to have a combination of different shapes, contrasting colours of foliage and specimens that will provide interest at different times of the year.

It's a skill that we've lost to a large degree, but I often think if people realised how easy, cheap and satisfying it is to grow your own vegetables, many issues could be tackled.

Grow your own Veg

Roses

Of all the garden plant’s you can grow, roses offer the very best value. They flower for a long period, providing colour and fragrance. With a little care you can enjoy them year after year.

Now that it's March we can look forward to getting really busy in the garden. And if you're planning to grow some edibles this year, you can be out in the garden in coming weeks preparing the ground.

Growing vegetables is fun. Yes, it requires work, but it comes with great rewards - they are fresh, taste better than produce that has been deep chilled or flown halfway across the world, and you have complete control over what goes in the soil to feed your food.

It is an economically challenging time for many people. In past decades, when more of the population was living in rural parts of the country, many people grew their own food, whether they were farmers or not.

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Perfect Paving

We are a small local run business who have been operating over the past 20 years, specialising in a number of different areas such as Tarmacadam, Brick Work, Stonework, Patios, Driveway Extensions and much more.

Whether you are looking for a garden touch up or a complete remodel. There is no project too big or small at Perfect Paving, so why not contact us today for a free design consultation to get an insight on how we can transform your garden.

Delgany, Co Wicklow. Tel: 01 287 2434 | 087 456 1035 | Email: perfectpaving001@gmail.com

DECK-FIT

We at Deck-fit have researched the market and found the optimal uPVC material that is fully durable for our Irish climate. The material we use has been tested and refined to assure durability to our weather conditions also enhancing your property with a low maintenance fencing and decking.

Over the past three years we have fitted our product with absolute confidence in customer satisfaction. Hail, rain or snow you can be confident our product will endure.

Based in Arklow Co, Wicklow. Tel Chris: 083 881 3083 Email: chris@deck-fit.ie

Ballylusk Quarry

The Stone of Choice O’Reilly Bros. Wicklow Ltd. is an Ashford based company which has established a niche in the quarry business. The company supplies two main products; Ballylusk Quartzite and Wicklow Granite, to a wide customer base nationwide.

Quartzite stone is extracted and processed to produce stone products ie. chippings, dust, fine sand, filling and wall building for use in reconstituted work, site development work, public parks, car parks, driveways and general garden landscaping.

The stone has a high polished stone value (PSV) of 60 and is used by many leading building and civil engineering firms in Ireland. It is the stone of choice for many local authorities, architects and a host of private customers and garden and landscape designers.

BALLYLUSK PRODUCTS • Ballylusk Fine Sand • Ballylusk 10mm Down • Ballylusk 6mm Grit • Ballylusk 8 – 11mm, 11 – 14mm • Ballylusk Stone (Wall Building) • Ballylusk Gabian Stone 4” – 8”.

Ballylusk Quarry, Ashford, Co Wicklow. Tel: 0404 40066 Email: info@ballyluskquarry.ie | Web: www.ballyluskquarry.ie

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

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

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

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Spring gardening

Bring on the sun!

Jobs to Do Early in March/April

Give your mower the once over DIY-er • Check the level and quality of the engine oil. Replace if needed.

• Remove and sharpen the blade • Change the spark plug • Clean out the old grass cuttings under the body from last season • Lubricate all other moving parts, wheel axles, pullies.

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

All our work is insured and guaranteed.

Not a DIY-er?

• Give Ritestart in Greystones a call and book your mower in for a service

Cut your Lawn

Now your mower has been given the all clear and the Paddy’s Day Celebrations are over, then its time to cut your lawn.

Cutting your lawn now will promote the green, dense growth and give you a better looking wearing patch for the summer months.

Fed up with your lawn?

Now is a good time to replace that ugly patchy lawn.

DIY-er

• Lift your existing lawn using a sharp spade or hire a sod cutter from Wicklow Hire.

• Once you have the lawn lifted then the next job is to rotovate your lawn area. Wicklow Hire can help you out here too.

• Rake the garden level, heeling in all the humps and hollows.

• Rake one last time and then you are good to roll your new lawn.

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

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

• We Supply and Fit all types of

Bricks and Slabs.

• We also do all types of Fencing, garden walls, Kerbing

Driveways, Patio Designing.

• All types of fencing.

• Written guarantee will all

works.

• We repair, clean and re-seal Patios, Driveways, Indian

Sandstone, Cobblelock, Tarmacadam and concrete.

Not a DIY-er

Give the team at Dalkey Landscaping a quick call on 086 152 7020.

Time for a change?

• Now is the right time to assess the garden. Think about filling those gaps or replacing the tired old shrubs.

• Identify what you want to plant and get the soil ready.

• Dig over the designated area removing any weeds along the way.

• Add in some well-rotted farm yard manure or in the case of acid loving plants such as Camellia, Azalea or Pieris then add in Ericaceous compost all available from Countrylife Ashford.

Dalkey Landscaping

17 Castle Street, Dalkey, Co. Dublin Penny: 01 – 285 7033 / Michael: 086 – 152 7020 Email: info@dalkeylandscaping.com www.dalkeylandscaping.com IN WICKLOW | SPRING 2022

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Bray Jazz Festival

Jazz It Up A Little

M

issing for the past two years because of the Covid-19 pandemic, Bray Jazz Festival makes a welcome return, bringing top quality international music to County Wicklow on the upcoming May Bank Holiday weekend.

More info at: www.brayjazz.com YAZZ AHMED QUARTET (UK)

Stellar names in world jazz are on the bill for 2022, as the festival returns, in a slightly scaled-back post-pandemic format, on April 29th, 30th and May 1st next.

Here’s InWicklow’s pick of the bunch:

ARIEL BART TRIO (ISRAEL/JAPAN)

For those who think that the harmonica is the sole preserve of players such as our own Don Baker, think again. At aged just 23, Berlin-based Ariel Bart is a once in a generation talent that will put jazz harmonica at centre-stage for years to come.

(Town Hall, Sunday) British Bahraini Yazz Ahmed won awards for both ‘best artist’ and ‘best album’ in the prestigious Jazz FM awards, in 2020. She’s a trumpeter at the cutting edge of urban UK jazz. (Mermaid, Saturday)

ILARIA CAPALBO QUINTET (ITALY/SWEDEN)

RENAUD GARCIA-FONS & CLAIRE ANTONINI (FRANCE)

It’s baroque, it’s classical, it’s jazz, it’s folk – it’s music from two musicians at the height of their powers. (Town Hall, Saturday)

BILL FRISELL TRIO (USA)

TORD GUSTAVSEN TRIO (NORWAY)

Possibly the best jazz pianist in Europe, Gustavsen’s distinctive Nordic jazz melodies are ambient and atmospheric, and have made him a major star. (Mermaid, Sunday)

Another female band leader and emerging star, bass player Ilaria Capalbo has been winning rave reviews for a spectacular debut album that she released at the end of 2021. She plays a matinee show at Mermaid on Sunday, 1st May.

The biggest star who’s playing this year’s festival, he’s a Grammy Award winner and he’s one of the best guitar players in the world. He’s listed last as it’s certain that the show will have been sold out long before you get to read this! (Mermaid, Friday)

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Spring gardening

Bring on the sun!

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Food in Wicklow

Bringing Joy of Food

FOOD IN

WICK LOW

Being a very difficult couple of years with Covid, we can finally see things getting back to some level of normality. With everyone getting back to being busy, it is always nice to make some time to relax.

Here at In Wicklow, we have pulled friends or getting out with the work crowd, together some of Wicklow’s most exciting these venue’s will make organizing Lunch, and popular dining venue’s dotted around Brunch or Dinner a piece of cake. the County who all provide food menu’s Call in or check them out online for details that are hard to beat. for tasty and affordable menu’s waiting for Wicklow has a wide variety of dining you to enjoyed this Spring. options to suit all occasions. With the Some of our Top Picks in Wicklow this emphasis on fresh local produce and Spring: seasonal ingredients you will be sure to 1. THE POTTERY RESTAURANT enjoy Wicklow Lamb, artisan cheeses or Arklow Bay Hotel, Arklow the vast array of locally caught seafood on offer.

2. SORREL & EVE Market Square, Wicklow Town If it’s dining out with your family and

3. HASU RESTAURANT Greystones 4. THE MARINER BAR EAT HOUSE Main Street, Wicklow Town 5. THE KINGFISHERS KITCHEN Enniskerry Village 6. LYNHAMS OF LARAGH Laragh, Co Wicklow 7. MANGO’S, THE PARKVIEW HOTEL, Newtownmounutkennedy 8. BUOYS KITCHEN Greystones 9. JOHNNIE FOX’S Glencullen, Co Dublin 10. LILYS ON CHURCH STREET Wicklow Town

T H E M A RT E L LO Eat and drink downstairs at The Martello for a relaxed meal, with interiors of dark wood and oldworld props you will be sure to find a snug to hide away in, or a fireside table to while away a few hours.

The Tower Bistro offers delicious dining in fabulous surroundings with a choice of our set menu or regular bar menu. With our Conservatory overlooking the Irish Sea, our balcony with stunning views of Bray Head and the tastefully decorated restaurant, there is somewhere to suit all occasions, whether it’s an intimate dinner for 2 or a larger celebration.

Food is served: Breakfast: 8am - 12pm daily | Lunch: 12pm - 5pm, Mon – Sat | Dinner: 5pm - 9pm, Mon – Sun 47 Strand Rd, Bray, Co. Wicklow, A98 P7X4. Tel: 01 286 8000 Email: info@themartello.ie 16

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Food in Wicklow

Bringing Joy of Food

THE K IN GF I S H E R S K IT C H E N

SOR REL & EVE Locally produced, fresh ingredients in the heart of Wicklow town.

We pride ourselves in preparing all of our dishes from scratch, sourcing our ingredients from the finest local growers or suppliers wherever possible. We are all passionate about our food, our wine, our coffee and most importantly our hospitality.

We have as our mission statement a commitment to sustainability.

Our packaging is all compostable, recyclable, and we always endeavour to have zero waste.

We feel so blessed to have the opportunity to serve our community. We live amidst beauty in Wicklow, and from the outset, our dream has been to make the very most of everything on our doorstep.

Previous winners of the the Wicklow Chamber of Commerce Best Eating Establishment 2020. We are proud members of Wicklow Naturally. We celebrate our wonderful town, our customers and community, and our fabulous team.

Market Square, Wicklow Town A67 H043. Tel: 0404 28024

Situated opposite the monument in Enniskerry with a large outdoor seating area is available on the terrace.

The Kingfishers Kitchen looks to source produce locally, and that includes the Avoca blankets with which customers can use to wrap up in the early Spring sunshine.

“Celebrating 30 Years in Business” This well-situated sunny premises offers a wide selection of Paninis as well as Gourmet open sandwiches and soups and our freshly ground coffee supplied by JJ Darboven.

We value all our guests and would like to treat you this Spring, with lunch dates in mind we have added a fabulous range of food to our menu that will tickle your taste buds.

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

LY N H AMS OF LARAGH Why not have a drink in Jake’s bar originally founded in 1776, it was taken over by the Lynham Family over 40 years ago. Enjoy a warm, cosy and comfortable place to share a drink with friends in a truly friendly & local atmosphere. Our old world bar with its open fire is filled with a notable collection of memorabilia from years gone by and local artwork. With live music every weekend Jakes Bar in Lynham’s Hotel is the perfect place to relax have the craic.

We are open daily for lunch and serve a selection of hot dishes including our house specialty “Biddy’s Guinness Beef Stew”. An excellent bar menu is available every evening with an extensive range of choice to suit everyone, whether it’s for a light bite or a full meal.

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

Lynham’s Hotel, Laragh, Co Wicklow. Tel: 0404-45345 | Email: info@lynhamsoflaragh.ie IN WICKLOW | SPRING 2022

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FOO D AT THE B R ID G E T A VERN Winner of Best Eating Establishment in Wicklow. Delicious Gastro Pub food.

Friendly staff, and first-class service located in Wicklow Town. Warm, inviting atmosphere.Our menus are dedicated to taste and presentation. Traditional dishes take on a modern twist & only the best quality ingredients, which we source locally, are used.

Bringing Joy of Food

Enjoy dining in The Pottery Restaurant Arklow Bay Hotel Co. Wicklow. A firm favourite with locals and hotel guest alike The Pottery Restaurant Arklow Co. Wicklow offers a unique and memorable dining experience.

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

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

Arklow Bay Conference & Leisure Hotel Sea Road, Arklow, Co. Wicklow.

Tel: +353 (0)402 26200 | www.arklowbay.com Email: reservations@arklowbay.com

JO H N N IE FOX’ S P UB

Setting a high standard for Gastro Pub food in the Garden County. Weekly specials are designed to offer new and exciting choices. Signature dishes include The Bridge Tavern Thai Red Curry & our famous Chicken Wings.

Our carefully chosen wine list and international beers are available and our friendly staff can help you select the perfect match for your meal.

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HOSTING T H E WO R LD SINC E 1 798 One of the most famous pubs across the island of Ireland.

People from all over the world have set on a journey through the Dublin mountains to discover the quaint allurement that lies behind the doors at Johnnie Fox’s. It is like stepping in to a 19th century home with service and standards of the 21st century.

You can experience the renowned Johnnie Fox’s Hooley Night, that includes an awardwinning Irish dancing show with live traditional Irish music and a four course meal.

From Presidents to Prime Ministers, from film icons to farmers, from sporting greats to singing legends, the pub has become famous for its guests and its true ‘Céad míle fáilte’.

Johnnie Fox’s is inimitable to the pretender – It has often been copied, never equalled.

Johnnie Fox’s Pub, Glencullen, Dublin Mountains, Co. Dublin. D18 X635. Tel: 01 295 5647

Hasu brings izakaya dining to Greystones

Having just moved in beside The Burnaby, Hasu is bringing something new to Greystones’ hearty table. Namely, a little something called izakaya. “It may be a strange word for Greystones people, so it’s important to say that izakaya means more than just good dining – it’s also about the atmosphere, the cozy environment, the experience.

“At Hasu Japanese Izakaya Restaurant, we aim to be one of the best restaurants in Greystones. We want to give people one of the best dining experiences of their lives, with memorable food, a warm and friendly atmosphere and great service.

“We are dedicated to bringing the delicious flavours of Japan to Greystones too. Using only the finest ingredients, we serve fresh, authentic, quality dishes, such as homemade Gyozas, Yakitori, Tempura, Ramen, Teriyaki Soba, Tapenyaki, and so many others.

“Including, of course, sushi. This was first introduced to the West in the early 1900s – so, it’s arrival in Greystones is long overdue. At Hasu, we make the best sushi…

“Finally, we are so looking forward to getting to know everyone in this lovely Wicklow town, where there seems to be a real love of good food. That’s what brought us here…”

We are already a firm favourite in Clontarf, Hasu now is open daily in our new Greystones HQ.

Restaurant open from: Monday – Friday 4pm - 11pm Saturday 12.30pm - 11pm Sunday 12.30pm - 10.30pm

Church Road, Greystones, Co. Wicklow A63 AX23 For reservations please call: 01 253 3483 or 01 253 4724 or book online www.hasuizakaya.ie More about Hasu Izakaya www.hasuizakaya.ie

Food in Wicklow

T H E PAR KVIEW HOTE L You will be spoilt for choice when dining here at Parkview Hotel.

With our large Outdoor Dining Area where we offer an extensive bar menu with daily specials all at a very reasonable price. Sit back, relax and let our professional and friendly staff look after you.

RESTAURANT

Bringing Joy of Food

BUOYS K IT C H E N

By Day: Superior Coffee, Speciality teas & sweat treats, Lunch and small bites. Buoys Kitchen is open daily for breakfast, savouries and lunch!

Taste the divinely freshly baked cakes and pastries with a cup of coffee or your favourite tea. Breakfast served from 9.00am.

By Night: Contemporary, local seasonal dishes, good wines, craft beer & classic cocktails.

With a very relaxed, yet stylish setting, bag a booth by the window and watch Greystones and your night go by.

We guarantee 100% natural, fresh and healthy food cooked to your order preference.

We bring you the best fresh food daily. We aim to provide top quality hot dishes for our customers, with locally sourced Irish beef, chicken, fresh fish and seafood, all of which are carefully prepared daily by our expert Chef.

Buoys Kitchen, Church Road, Greystones, Co Wicklow. Tel: 01 287 4807.

COM ING SOON Looking for something a little different why not try our delicious Afternoon Tea served daily in the Parkview Hotel.

To make an Enquiry please contact us on email reception@parkviewhotel.ie or 01 – 201 5600.

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LILYS O N C H UR C H STR E E T Lilys on Church Street is a high-end casual dining experience located in the heart of Wicklow Town just 45 minutes from Dublin We pride ourselves on creating menus that focus on promoting fresh, in season produce to create dishes bursting with a multitude of flavours. We are firmly committed to supporting sustainable local Wicklow produce and only serve the finest selection of award-winning meats and produce that Wicklow and Ireland has to offer.

Owner/Chef Marc McWilliams carefully showcases our food with pride. Working in kitchens for over 15 years, Marc brings to Lily’s dedication to Irish produce and artisan producers to pay respect to each ingredient and deliver a memorable eating experience.

2, Church Street, Wicklow Town, Co. Wicklow, A67 X728. Tel: 089 427 9279.

Food in Wicklow

Bringing Joy of Food

BYRNE & WOODS GASTRO BAR

PINK SALT RESTAURANT Experience the authentic Indian taste in every bite. We follow the traditional style of Indian cooking and with the best ingredients.

The aim of Pink Salt Restaurant is to offer a new kind of dining experience and hospitality.

At Byrne & Woods Gastro Bar, our award-winning menu offers a wide selection of meat, fish & vegetarian dishes to make your visit an enjoyable & memorable dining experience.

We are committed to using the highest quality ingredients during the cooking process, with taste being our number one priority. Enough of us talking, come and taste for yourself!

We are situated at the heart of Ireland’s highest village, Byrne & Woods Gastro Pub in Roundwood invites you to come and enjoy a tasty meal. We pride ourselves on our warm inviting atmosphere and delicious award-winning Michelin Pub Guide food.

We are sure that you will feel the authentic Indian food taste and quality. We follow the traditional way of cooking, and carefully choosing and handling the ingredients. Our team is committed to introduce new dishes time to time.

Byrne & Woods, Roundwood, Oldtown, Roundwood, Co. Wicklow.

Tel: 01 281 7078 E: info@byrneandwoods.ie www.byrneandwoods.ie

Succulent, flavoured and authentic are the 3 adjectives we have heard time and time again from our patrons from our range of wonderful dishes.

Pink Salt, 73 Main St, Bray, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01 561 1777 Email: bray@pinksalt.ie

T H E B R ASS FOX A charming, quirky, and relaxed Irish Bar in the heart of Wicklow Town along the coast – offering upscale food with casual pub dining experience punctuated by great all-round service and friendly staff!

Recently the winner in the Best Newcomer category in the 2018 Irish Pub Awards, The Brass Fox is an innovative and quirky spot in its appeal and design. Offering top class Gin Creations, Unrivalled Food Menu, and refined Cocktail List, it is definitely worth treading off the beaten track for!

The modern interior combing old charms makes for a memorable visit as you journey from room to room and the food is outstanding.

Enjoy a cosy meet-up in the Drawing room, a quiet session in the Meeting Room or the convivial and busy atmosphere of the Lounge area.

The Brass Fox, 14-15 Leitrim Pl, Wicklow, A67 Y429. Tel: 0404 64432 IN WICKLOW | SPRING 2022

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Afternoon Tea Book a special treat for Mothers Day of Newtownmountkennedy

€17.50 pp

ys!

Open 7 da

Fresh, local and made with care for you

€9 snipe of prosecco book in advance limited availability call us on 01 281 2892

www.foodatfishers.ie

@foodatfishers

The Old Schoolhouse, Newtownmountkennedy, Co Wicklow, A63 HW54 T: +353 (0)1 281 2892

High Quality Natural Supplements Quality and product detail for our clients define our brand while promoting a healthy and comfortable sleeping experience.

Our natural filled beds, toppers, duvets, pillows and... beautiful linens, are designed with the most discerning customer in mind.

Beds of a Feather has dressed some of

Ireland’s and Europe’s most prestigious homes and hotels.

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

With various health problems around us, our interest in a healthy lifestyle became more intense, until it finally became our hobby. And that’s why we decided to open a health food store, through which we could share our experience and knowledge and expand the availability of healthier living, among others. We would like to raise the awareness that all of us have our lives in our own hands and that we always have a choice.

We specialize in: • Vegetarian & vegan nutrition • Sports nutrition • Natural medicine • Eco-friendly & zero waste products • Body care & household products

The Schoolroom Shop at Fishers The Old Schoolhouse, Newtownmountkennedy, Co.Wicklow A63HW54 | Mobile: 087 693 0908 E-mail: info@naturein.ie | www.naturein.ie Also find us at Enniskerry Church Hill

of Newtownmountkennedy

Boutique Department Store Est. 1979

New Spring Collections in store now whether going out to lunch or on an adventure, it is all about fresh colours and versatile pieces this season.

Fashion Shows at Fishers

The best way to see our new collections are at our Fashion Shows, where we model our latest looks, with models of all ages and sizes. Join us for a free cuppa and a relaxed show on a Friday morning in Food at Fishers. Be sure to follow our social media or sign up to our newsletter so you don’t miss it.

Upcoming Dates - 25th March, 22nd April and 25th May.

open 7 days a week 10.00am - 5.30pm (Sundays 11am - 5.30pm) The Old Schoolhouse, Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow, A63 HW54 fishersofnewtownmountkennedy

you can also shop online at

www.fishers.ie

Bray’s St. Patrick’s Festival and Parade makes a welcome return.

Bray rolls out the green carpet as the St. Patrick’s Festival and Parade makes a welcome return after a two-year absence. The festival will run from Wednesday, March 16th until Sunday, March 20th, 2022.

Top-class family entertainment is guaranteed with Bird’s Euroshow Funfair, an openair Céilí, street theatre, walks, trails, a treasure hunt, the Bray Parade or simply catch some great live music at one of the many venues throughout the town.

President of the Bray & District Chamber of Commerce, Sa-

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Monday – Sunday, 12pm – 11pm

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Tel: 01 274 5585 92 Strand Road, Bray

Fitzpatrick Motors

CVRT Centre Bray Fast, convenient & close to you!

Call in and discover why we are Wicklow and South County Dublin’s chosen light commercial vehicle testing centre

L.G.V Test Centre, Beechwood Close, Boghall Road Bray, Co Wicklow Tel: 01 690 9555 fitzpatrickcvrt@gmail.com

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rah Finnegan said ‘I’m really delighted to see the return of Bray’s St. Patrick’s Festival and Parade. The festival showcases the very best of Irish culture and craic. We hope you enjoy all we have to offer over the five-day festival’.

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade will return to the streets of Bray, celebrating the many cultures, communities and organisations. The Parade will take on a new route this year, with excellent vantage points for all to get a chance to admire the strong 1,500 participants as they will weave their way through the town in spectacular fashion.

This year, we have teamed up with the Bray Autism Friendly Group and we are delighted to say that there will be a quiet zone at the Parade on the corner of Quinsboro Road and

the Carlisle grounds.

The Parade Grand Marshall this year is Bray ‘Person of the Year’ Broadcaster Declan Meehan.

There will be road closures in place on Thursday, March 17th from 1 pm until after 3 pm to facilitate the new Parade route. Roads affected include Main Street, Florence Road, Eglinton Road, Quinsboro Road, Seymour Road, Seapoint

St. Patrick’s Festival

Kiss me – I’m Irish daily from 12 noon to 10 pm.

•

At your leisure grab the family or a bunch of friends for an adventuresome day out with our new Family

Thursday, March 17th 2022 • The festival’s main event, the Bray Parade will kick off at 2 pm from the Town Hall to the viewing stand at the northern part of the Seafront.

Treasure Hunt .Expe-

rience where you could win a voucher for The Dough Box, Bray.

•

Road, Strand Road and surrounding junctions.

This year’s St. Patrick’s Festival has something for all the family. Take a look at the highlights:

Events / activities running throughout the festival from Wednesday, March 16th until Sunday, March 20th • Enjoy all the thrills and spills of the Bird’s Euroshow Funfair as it returns to Bray Seafront on Wednesday, March 16th until Sunday, March 20th, 2022.

It opens on Wednesday, March 16th at 3 pm then

Throughout the festival watch as iconic Bray District landmarks including the Town Hall, Civic Offices & The Bandstand #GoGreen in celebration of our National Day. • Join Susie from White Doodle Workshops by celebrating St. Patrick’s Day by learning multiple ways to create your own shamrock! Watch the workshop on www.bray.ie/ stpatricksfestival at your own pace and then share your shamrock photos using the hashtag #PaddysBray.

• There’s some cracking live music throughout the town’s many venues. Full music listings can be found at https://www.bray.ie/ events/.

The Coach Inn Dublin Road, Bray. Tel: 01-2864674 Food Served Mon – Sun: 12 – 9.00pm Fri – Sat 9:30am – 9:30pm)

Sign up to the Coach Inn on Facebook for daily updates & great offers

Great family run pub on the old Dublin Road Bray

N E W LY R E F U R B I S H E D

SUNDAY LUNCH EVERY SUNDAY

ROYAL MARINE TERRACE 1 STRAND RD, BRAY, WICKLOW TEL: 01 286 2183

BAR FOOD SERVED

Monday – Sunday, 12noon – 8pm

12.30 – 6.00PM

Traditional Irish Music on every Thursday Evening

1A Oldcourt Industrial Estate, Boghall Road, Bray, Co Wicklow Tel: 01-2866815 / 087-2320590 E: darren@aplusservice.ie www.aplusservice.ie

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

Full menu available 7 days. Live Music & Entertainment every Saturday evening. Parking available.

Breakfast | Carvery A La Carte Menu Available

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the clocktower in Enniskerry Village for an afternoon of big band music at 12.30

pm.

Friday, March 18th 2022 • The Bray Head Walk is back again this year with Bray Adventures at 10 am.

Sign up for free at www. bray.ie/stpatricksfestival.

Places are limited - booking essential.

• Join the Boomerang Brass Band (UK) live at

BRAY SEAFRONT FUN FAIR Enjoy all the fun of the Fair Strand Road, Bray From 16th – 20th March Opens Wednesday, March 16th at 3pm then daily From 12 noon to 10pm until Sunday, March 20th

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bandstand from 4 pm.

• Celebrate Ireland’s oral traditions with poetry,

• The Bray Cualann Historical Society will be reeling in the years with a historical talk about Bray at 3 pm.

Sign up for free at www. bray.ie/stpatricksfestival.

Places are limited booking essential.

storytelling and songs

from Len Graham, Theo Dorgan and Jack Lynch at the Mermaid. See http:// www.mermaidartscentre.ie to book.

• Watch the very talented Shau-

na McGauran School of Irish Dance

wow audiences as they showcase their dancing skills with music by The Boomerang Brass Band on the

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St. Patrick’s Festival

Kiss me – I’m Irish

why not enjoy

live music from Jamie Duff on the bandstand at 4 pm.

You can read more about the festival, register for free walks, talks, sign up for competitions, access the treasure hunt questionnaire and watch the shamrock workshop by visiting https://www.bray.ie/ stpatricksfestival/.

Bray’s St. Patrick’s Festival is proudly brought to you by Bray & District Chamber of Commerce, Wicklow County Council and Bray.ie. Bray.ie is a

Saturday, March 19th 2022 • Watch some spectacular outdoor circus performances including handstands, magic, juggling & escapology routines at the Civic Plaza on Saturday, March 19th at 2 pm and at the Holy Redeemer on Main Street at 4 pm.

•

The Bray Vintage Car Club will be showcasing

some of their member’s beautiful classic and vintage cars from 2 pm to 4 pm opposite the Bandstand.

• Enjoy a spectacular performance from Scoil Rince Fáinne as they showcase

Be sure to stay up to date by following bray.ie on

their Irish dancing skills on Bray’s iconic bandstand at 4 pm.

twitter.com/bray_ie www.facebook.com/braytown www.instagram.com/braydotie

• Watch Ireland take on Scotland in the ultimate Celtic clash on the openair big screen opposite the bandstand at 4.45 pm.

Sunday, March 20th 2022 • From 11 am at the boathouse beside the coffee dock why not let the brilliant Suzie create some cheeky face painting designs and then learn how to Irish dance with the Shauna McGauran School.

• To finish the weekend off

Luxury Minibus & Coach Hire For All Occasions • • • • • •

Weddings & Functions Corporate Tours & Entertainment Schools Sport Club Match Transfers Day tours Guides available All Inclusive Group Tours Organised Boghall Road, Bray, Co Wicklow t: + 353 1 286 0061 e: buses@finnegan-bray.ie w: www.finnegan-bray.ie

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Parade Awards 2022

St Patrick’s Day Parade Wicklow Town

• Overall Winner • Best “Wicklow Theme” • Best Club Entry • Most Original Theme Float

Thursday 17th March

• Best Marching Band

And will be sponsored by the Wicklow Municipal District

• Best Window Display

• Best Free Style Theme Entry • Best Fancy Dress • Best School Entry

The Parade starts at 3.15pm from Whitegates and finishes

All Business Floats are welcome (A contribution Fee of €50 may apply). All Schools & Sports Organisations are welcome to participate.

at the Market Square.

The Review Stand will also be located at Market Square.

Support your local Parade!

St Patrick’s Day Grand Marshall 2022

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The St Patrick’s Day Parade Committee are delighted to announce the Grand Marshal of the 2022 parade is Eugene Dooley, over the last number of years Eugene has tirelessly worked with many business and community groups, and most recently has become involved with the Wicklow County team, as well as supporting St Patrick’s GAA club here in Wicklow town. We are looking forward to 17th March and want to congratulate Eugene on his selection.

St. Patrick’s Festival

Kiss me – I’m Irish

Day Tours at Wicklow Gaol 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! Fun for all the family.

Gates of Hell Virtual Reality Tour

Irelands Premier Virtual Reality experience, lasting 19mins 45secs. Guest are transported back in time & immersed 360 degrees in 3 unique stories from the Gaol history, set in authentic cells in the Gaol building.

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

The Glen Beach Cliff Walk

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.

The Glen Turn Cliff Walk was officially reopened to the public again in July 2019, having been initially closed back in 2003.

‘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 Grade 4 marked walk begins at Glen Beach at Wicklow Town and continues south to Lime Kiln Bay, on towards the lighthouse road before

The opening of this cliff walk opens up yet another natural and recreational amenity to the people of Wicklow and giving the visitor another reason to visit and stay longer in Wicklow town.

Irelands Premier Virtual Reality experience

doubling back in a loop, with a total distance of 4 km.

‘The walk includes a wonderful variety of habitats including grassland, coastal heath, rock outcrops, and wet springs. Sightings of individual grey seas

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Guest are transported back in time & immersed 360 degrees in 3 unique stories from the Gaol history – Set in authentic cells in the Gaol building.

Virtual Reality Tour Wicklow Gaol Kilmantin Hill, Wicklow Town, Co Wicklow. A67 FA49.

Tel: 0404 61599 wicklowshistoricgaol.com

Main Street, Wicklow Town

Tel: 0404 67560/67769 Opening Hours: Mon – Sun: 12 – 11pm; Delivery Hours: Mon – Sun: 5 – 11pm Local Area: €1.50, Rathnew: €2.00, Ashford €5.00

Order Online: www.francescosdiner.ie WE ACCEPT ONLINE PAYMENTS FOR FLIPDISH.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day & Easter

Open Mon to Sat 10am - 5pm Seafront (behind The Brass Fox) Wicklow Town Tel: 087 – 413 3674

HAND CAR WASH SILVER VALET Cars €8 Jeeps/MPV’s €12

Cars €39 Jeeps/MPV’s €49

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Coral Leisure Wicklow The Coral Leisure Centre is located in Wicklow Town about a 40-minute drive from south of Dublin City. The facility has a 25 meter deck level swimming pool and a 9-meter learner pool. Also in the pool area is a sauna and a steam room which offer you the perfect opportunity to de-stress, unwind and relax after your swim (over 18’s only).

The Coral Leisure Centre has a fully equipped gymnasium offering a selection of cardiovascular machines, weights machines and free weights.

We also offer a range of fitness classes including Spinning, Aqua Aerobics, Circuit Training, weights-based training, Interval training, strength and conditioning and Fit ball training.

The Bridge Tavern, Bridge Street, Wicklow Town. Tel: 0404 64760

March Line-up

17th 18th 19th 20th

3rd 8th 9th 10th 15th 16th

The Beats Little Apples Hot Property Flaming Mongrels 25th Juke Brothers 17th 26th Fusion 22nd 27th Cliff Kenny 23rd APRIL Line-up 24th 1st Rob 29th McGuinness 2nd The Bandits

Ian & Janet Doey Walsh Toxic Twins Marc Elysium Upbeat Generation Colm Lynch Quest For Ted Feedback Little Apples Jon Ward

Coral Leisure Wicklow, Station Road, Wicklow Town, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 0404 66831 Email: wicklow@coralleisure.ie

New Spring Collection Now in Store The Shoebox, 8 Main St. Wicklow Town A67 EE61 Tel: 0404 – 67634 www.theshoeboxireland.com

Amazing Special Offer 40% Off any 12 month Pool and Gym membership Wishing all of our customers a very Happy St. Patrick’s Day

For further information Tel: 0404 66831 *Available to 31/03/2022 (T&C’s apply)

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Roundwood, Co Wicklow Tel: 01 – 281 8128 / Mob: 086 – 838 2677

Diagnostic Health Check Service & Maintenance NCT & DOE Prep.

Mixed Fuel Removal Clutches & Gearboxes Crash Repairs Engineer Reports Batteries & Tyres Air Conditioning Service

St. Patrick’s Festival

Kiss me – I’m Irish

The Mariner Bar & Eathouse

Live Music

March

April

17th Deja Vu, Connor O’Donnel 18th Flaming Mongrels 19th Sean Rooney 20th KJ McEvoy 25th Elysium 27th Little Apples

2nd 3rd 8th 9th 10th 15th 16th 17th

Quest for Ted KJ McEvoy Elysium Deja Vu Little Apples The Alley Cat Connor O’Donnell KJ McEvoy

Skate Park & Outdoor Gym, Murrough Open to the public, the Skate Park and Outdoor Gym is located on the Murrough along the shore of the Irish Sea. The Skate Board park is unsupervised, and users must be aged 10 or older The Gym offers a variety of exercise for both upper and lower body

Main Street, Wicklow Town. Tel: 087 339 4964

Fitzpatrick’s Bar

Wicklow Town. 0404 20879

March

17th Feedback 18th Quest For Ted 19th Conor O’Donnell & Brian Meakin 26th Deja Vu

April

2nd The Collision 9th Blackcherry 16th Feedback (Easter)

Live Music 17th Afterhours (Easter) 23rd Quest For Ted 30th Woodsy (Bank Hol)

May

1st Blackcherry (Bank Hol) Trad Session every Sunday from 7pm – 9pm & Mondays 5pm – 7pm

Stan & Tony’s

63 Main Street, Wicklow / Tel: 0404-61282

LOUISE D’ARCY Get into Golf Programme for Beginners this April Junior After School Golf Lessons Available Tel: 0404 67379 | Mob: 087 751 0727 Email: louisedarcypga@yahoo.ie /thelouisedarcygolfschool

Everyday Banking With lodgement and withdrawal services, six days a week in Post Offices nationwide

Everything Now in Stock for: St Patrick’s Day Mother’s Day | Easter Confirmations & Communions

Wicklow Post Office Supervalu Shopping Centre, Church Street, Wicklow Town.

Tel: 0404 67471 | www.anpost.ie

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Sports Focus Boxing Katie Taylor v Amanda Serrano

1 team – 1 mission

PREMIER LEAGUE DARTS, 3 ARENA – DUBLIN. 28TH APRIL 2022 Following 2020 and 2021 tournaments played predominantly behind closed doors, fans will return in 2022 to create the unique Premier League atmosphere.

A new-look Premier League will be played across 17 nights as darts’ biggest stars compete for the coveted title and £855,000 in prize money. All 16 league phase nights will be individual events comprising quarter-finals, semi-finals and a final over the best of 11 legs - with a £10,000 bonus to each night’s winner.

Night 12, Dublin – Quarter Finals: • James Wade v Michael van Gerwen • Gerwyn Price v Joe Cullen • Michael Smith v Gary Anderson • Jonny Clayton v Peter Wright

SATURDAY 30TH APRIL Katie Taylor v Amanda Serrano confirmed as first female fight to headline Madison Square Garden The much-anticipated fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano has been confirmed for Madison Square Garden in New York on Saturday April 30th.

They will be the first female fighters to headline a Garden bill in the iconic venue’s 140-year history. The pair will battle for Taylor’s undisputed world lightweight title.

Boxing Tyson Fury vs Dillian Whyte

THE MASTERS, AUGUSTA APRIL 7TH – 10TH, 2022 The Masters takes place from April 7th – 10th live on Sky Sports’ channel, with round-the-clock coverage from Augusta National throughout the week.

Hideki Matsuyama returns as defending champion after becoming the first Asian recipient of the Green Jacket in last year’s contest, while Rory McIlroy will have another opportunity to complete golf’s career Grand Slam at Augusta National.

The march to the Masters is officially underway, world No. 1 Jon Rahm remains the betting favourite and the top of the board. However, as far as Masters resumes

go, there are few more consistent than Jordan Spieth. In his eight years playing at Augusta, he’s won once and finished within the Top 3 four other times, including a T3 finish last year.

UFC 273 SATURDAY 9TH APRIL SATURDAY, APRIL 23RD

Alexander Volkanovski v Chan Sung Jung

Aljamain Sterling v Petr Yan

The all-British blockbuster between Tyson Fury and Dillian Whyte is finally set to take place as the ‘Gypsy King’ makes his title defence, Fury retained his WBC heavyweight crown in stunning style in October, destroying Deontay Wilder once again in Las Vegas.

With Usyk and Joshua set to face off once again in May, it left WBC interim champion Whyte with the chance to face Fury in his next defence. Whyte has not fought since dispatching of Alexander Povetkin in their rematch last March.

Now, the two bitter rivals will meet in London and the epic showdown, the massive all-British clash will take place in front of an crowd of around 90,000 at Wembley Stadium.

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Mackenzie Dern v Tecia Torres

Kelvin Gastelum v Nassourdine Imanov

Sports Focus

1 team – 1 mission

UFC FIGHT NIGHT SATURDAY 19TH MARCH Alexander Volkov v Tom Aspinall

MARCH-APRIL 2022 Friday 18th March 20:00 Wolves v Leeds

Saturday 19th March 12:30 Aston Villa v Arsenal 15:00 Leicester v Brentford 15:00 Man City v Brighton 15:00 Newcastle v Crystal Palace 15:00 Norwich v Chelsea 15:00 Watford v Everton 17:30 Burnley v Southampton

Sunday 20th March 14:00 Spurs v West Ham 16:30 Liverpool v Man Utd

Saturday 2nd April 15:00 Brighton v Norwich 15:00 Burnley v Man City 15:00 Chelsea v Brentford 15:00 Crystal Palace v Arsenal 15:00 Leeds v Southampton 15:00 Liverpool v Watford

15:00 Man Utd v Leicester 15:00 Spurs v Newcastle 15:00 West Ham v Everton 15:00 Wolves v Aston Villa

Saturday 9th April 15:00 Arsenal v Brighton 15:00 Aston Villa v Spurs 15:00 Brentford v West Ham 15:00 Everton v Man Utd 15:00 Leicester v Crystal Palace 15:00 Man City v Liverpool 15:00 Newcastle v Wolves 15:00 Norwich v Burnley 15:00 Southampton v Chelsea 15:00 Watford v Leeds

Saturday 16th April 15:00 Aston Villa v Liverpool 15:00 Everton v Crystal Palace

15:00 Leeds v Chelsea 15:00 Man Utd v Norwich 15:00 Newcastle v Leicester 15:00 Southampton v Arsenal 15:00 Spurs v Brighton 15:00 Watford v Brentford 15:00 West Ham v Burnley 15:00 Wolves v Man City

Arnold Allen v Dan Hooker

Saturday 23rd April 15:00 Arsenal v Man Utd 15:00 Brentford v Spurs 15:00 Brighton v Southampton 15:00 Burnley v Wolves 15:00 Chelsea v West Ham 15:00 Crystal Palace v Leeds 15:00 Leicester v Aston Villa 15:00 Liverpool v Everton 15:00 Man City v Watford 15:00 Norwich v Newcastle

Paddy Pimblett v Rodrigo Vargas Gunnar Nelson v Claudio Silva

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GRAND NATIONAL FESTIVAL 2022 SATURDAY 9TH APRIL The 2022 Grand National will be the 174th annual running of the Grand National horse race. It will take place on Saturday, 9 April 2022, at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool.

DATE: Saturday 26th March 2022 | TIME: 17:00

| VENUE: Aviva Stadium, Dublin

Seven races are scheduled for the final day of the Randox Grand National.

Start Time: Race:

Distance:

1:45pm 2.25pm 3.00pm 3.35pm 4.15pm 5:15pm 6.20pm

3m ½f 2m 4f 2m 3m ½f 3m 1f 4m 2½f 2m 1f

The Bridle Road Handicap Hurdle (Class 1) Grade 3 The Betway Mersey Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1) The Maghull Novices’ Steeple Chase (Class 1) Grade 1 The Liverpool Hurdle (Class 1) Grade 1 The Betway Handicap Steeple Chase (Listed) The Randox Grand National Steeple Chase (Grade 3) The Weatherbys Standard Open National Hunt (Grade 2)

Republic of Ireland vs Belgium DATE: Saturday 29th March 2022 | TIME: 19:45

| VENUE: Aviva Stadium, Dublin

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New Movie Releases & Games

Your guide to great events in Wicklow

Championship qualifying in 1976 and subsequently shot the worst round in Open history, becoming a folk hero in the process.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 (PG)

AMBULANCE (15A)

Release Date: April 1st

Release Date: March 25th

THE BATMAN (15A) Release Date: March 4th Batman ventures into Gotham City’s underworld when a sadistic killer leaves behind a trail of cryptic clues.

As the evidence begins to lead closer to home and the scale of the perpetrator’s plans become clear, he must forge new relationships, unmask the culprit and bring justice to the abuse of power and corruption that has long plagued the metropolis.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPEN (12A) Release Date: March 18th Academy and BAFTA Award winner Mark Rylance (Bridge of Spies, Dunkirk, The BFG) stars as Maurice Flitcroft, a dreamer and unrelenting optimist, who managed to gain entry to The British Open Golf

Will good override evil -- or will Morbius succumb to his mysterious new urges?

Needing money to cover his wife’s medical bills, a decorated veteran teams up with his adoptive brother to steal $32 million from a Los Angeles bank. However, when their getaway goes spectacularly wrong, the desperate thieves hijack an ambulance that’s carrying a severely wounded cop and an EMT worker. Caught in a high-speed chase, the two siblings must figure out a way to outrun the law while keeping their hostages alive. the balance.

MORBIUS (15A)

After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove that he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns with a new partner, Knuckles, in search of a mystical emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his own sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands.

FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE SECRETS OF DUMBLEDORE (TBC) Release Date: April 8th

Release Date: April 1st One of the most compelling and conflicted characters in Sony Pictures Universe of Marvel Characters comes to the big screen as Oscar® winner Jared Leto transforms into the enigmatic antihero Michael Morbius. Dangerously ill with a rare blood disorder and determined to save others suffering his same fate, Dr. Morbius attempts a desperate gamble. While at first it seems to be a radical success, a darkness inside him is unleashed.

Professor Albus Dumbledore knows the powerful, dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead an intrepid team of wizards and witches.

They soon encounter an array of old and new beasts as they clash with Grindelwald’s growing legion of followers.

THE LOST CITY (TBC)

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KING OF FIGHTERS XV €64.99 Since its debut in 1994, the KOF fighting game series has been driving the world to new heights of excitement with its appealing characters and unique game system. Six years have passed since the last title in the series, and now KOF XV surpasses all of its predecessors in terms of graphics, systems, and online experience! A total of 39 playable fighters at launch!

Classic popular characters, heroes and villains revived from the dead, new challengers, and more! The most epic dream match in KOF history is about to begin!

ELDEN RING - €69.99 The Golden Order has been broken.

In the Lands Between ruled by Queen Marika the Eternal, the Elden Ring, the source of the Erdtree, has been shattered. Marika’s offspring, demigods all, claimed the shards of the Elden Ring known as the Great Runes, and the mad taint of their newfound strength triggered a war. A war that meant abandonment by the Greater Will. Ye dead who yet live, your grace long lost, follow the path to the

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Lands Between beyond the foggy sea to stand before the Elden Ring and become the Elden Lord.

GRID LEGENDS - €69.99 A high-stakes driving experience that combines thrilling unpredictable motorsport, incredible race variety, and an immersive driving story that puts you at the heart of the action.

Take the spotlight in an engrossing racing story, brought to life by a world-class cast including Ncuti Gatwa, in a ground-breaking extended reality production. Face fierce personalities, paddock politics, on-track drama, and the infamous Ravenwest Motorsport, as a fly-on-the-wall documentary captures every moment.

HALO INFINITE - €54.99 When all hope is lost and humanity’s fate hangs in the balance, the Master Chief is ready to confront the most ruthless foe he’s ever faced. The legendary Halo series returns with the most expansive Master Chief campaign yet and a ground breaking free-to-play multiplayer experience. Halo

Release Date: April 15th Reclusive author Loretta Sage writes about exotic places in her popular adventure novels that feature a handsome cover model named Alan. While on tour promoting her new book with Alan, Loretta gets kidnapped by an eccentric billionaire who hopes she can lead him to an ancient city’s lost treasure from her latest story. Determined to prove he can be a hero in real life and not just on the pages of her books, Alan sets off to rescue her.

DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA (TBC)

Release Date: April 29th From award-winning creator Julian Fellowes comes the motion picture event DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA. The much-anticipated cinematic return of the global phenomenon reunites the beloved cast as they go on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the Dowager Countess’ newly inherited villa.

Infinite provides an amazing experience across the Xbox One and newer family of consoles, as well as PC, with stunning 4K graphics and world-class cross-platform play.

BATTLEFIELD 2042 - €79.99 Battlefield™ 2042 is a first-person shooter that marks the return to the iconic all-out warfare of the franchise. In a near-future world transformed by disorder, adapt and overcome dynamically-changing battlegrounds with the help of your squad and a cutting-edge arsenal. With support for 128 players*, Battlefield™ 2042 brings unprecedented scale on vast environments across the globe. Players will take on several massive experiences, from updated multiplayer modes like Conquest and Breakthrough to the all-new Hazard Zone.

JURASSIC WORLD EVOLUTION 2 - €59.99 Jurassic World Evolution 2 is the much-anticipated sequel to Frontier’s highly successful Jurassic World Evolution, building upon the ground breaking and immersive 2018 management simulation. Immerse yourself in a compelling and original Jurassic World narrative set after the Earthshattering events of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. Lead efforts to control, conserve and contain dinosaurs as you work alongside iconic characters from the films, including Dr. Ian Malcolm (Jeff Goldblum) and Claire Dearing (Bryce Dallas Howard).

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ROMANCE/FICTION - €14 .99

THE MAID NITA PROSE

Belfast 1hr 35mins, Cert 12 Drama / History Belfast, 15 August 1969. Surrounded by sporadic violence and growing danger, nine-year-old Buddy finds himself confronted with the ugly reality of sectarian conflict. And, as the suffocating stranglehold of increasing turmoil tightens around his once-peaceful working-class neighbourhood, Buddy tries his best to understand The Troubles-after all, someone must be responsible for forcing people to flee their homes. Now, Buddy’s family must come face to face with a nearly impossible, life-altering decision: stay or start packing?

Ghostbusters: Afterlife 1hr 58mins, Cert 12

MURDER MYSTERY - €12 .99

Action / Comedy

Hotel maid Molly has difficulty reading people and likes her own routine. Her co-workers laugh at her behind her back and call her old-fashioned but she wholeheartedly loves her job cleaning rooms all day. When one of the hotel’s most important guests is found dead, Molly is caught up in the ensuing frenzy and finds herself in a mess she can’t sweep under the rug. You can’t help but root for this charming character in this warm, humourous murder mystery.

From director Jason Reitman and producer Ivan Reitman comes the next chapter in the original Ghostbusters universe. In Ghostbusters: Afterlife, when a single mom and her two kids arrive in a small town, they begin to discover their connection to the original ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind. The film is written by Gil Kenan & Jason Reitman.

BREAKING POINT EDEL COFFEY

Last Night In Soho

MYSTERY/CRIME - €13.99 One mistake could cost her everything. Susannah has two beautiful daughters, a high-flying medical career, a successful husband and an enviable life. Her hair is glossy, her clothes are expensive; she truly has it all. But when - on the hottest day of the year - her strict morning routine is disrupted, Susannah finds herself running on autopilot. It is hours before she realises she has made a devastating mistake. Her baby, Louise, is still in the backseat of the car and it is too late to save her. As the press close in around her, Susannah is put on trial for negligence. It is plain to see that this is not a trial, it’s a witch hunt. But what will the court say?

1hr 52mins, Cert 18

New Releases to Rent or Buy

In her twenties, Rachel Walsh was a mess. Since her spell in rehab, though, she’s come a long way on the road to recovery - and now, she’s ready to go back to where it all began. But this time, the student has become the teacher. She used to hate the staff in charge of treating her addiction. Now, she’s one of them.

Rachel’s finally got herself on track - but life never stops being messy. And when an old flame resurfaces, will she go back to who she once was? Or at fifty, can she find herself all over again?

Your guide to great events in Wicklow

Horror In acclaimed director Edgar Wright’s psychological thriller, Eloise, an aspiring fashion designer, is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s where she encounters a dazzling wannabe singer, Sandie.

But the glamour is not all it appears to be and the dreams of the past start to crack and splinter into something far darker.

No Time To Die 2hr 36mins, Cert 12

TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY LINWOOD BARCLAY CRIME - €17.99 One weekend, while Andrew Mason was on a fishing trip, his wife, Brie, vanished without a trace. Most people assumed Andy had got away with murder, but the police couldn’t build a strong case against him. Now, six years later, Andy has put his life back together. He’s sold the house he shared with Brie and moved away for a fresh start. He’s settled with a new partner, Jayne, and life is good.

But Andy’s peaceful world is about to shatter. One day, a woman shows up at his old address, screaming, ‘Where’s my house? And then, just as suddenly as she appeared, the woman - who bears a striking resemblance to Brie - is gone.

Action In No Time To Die, Bond has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica. His peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more treacherous than expected, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology.

King Richard 2hr 18mins, Cert 12 Drama

IT ENDS WITH US COLLEEN HOOVER MYSTERY/SUSPENSE - €12 .30 Lily hasn’t always had it easy, but that’s never stopped her from working hard for the life she wants. She graduated from college, moved to Boston, and started her own business. And when she feels a spark with a gorgeous neurosurgeon named Ryle Kincaid, everything in Lily’s life seems too good to be true. Ryle is assertive, stubborn, a little arrogant and has a total soft spot for Lily. And the way he looks in scrubs certainly doesn’t hurt. Lily can’t get him out of her head.

But Ryle’s complete aversion to relationships is disturbing. As questions about her new relationship overwhelm her, so do thoughts of Atlas Corrigan—her first love and a link to the past she left behind.

THE LETTER HOME RACHAEL ENGLISH FICTION - €16 .99 She had left behind everything she loved to forge a future for the one she treasured most… 2019 Dublin. When Jessie Daly loses her job, her flat and her relationship, she travels home to Ireland’s west coast and helps an old friend researching what happened in the area during the 1840s Famine. On the other side of the Atlantic, Kaitlin Wilson is researching her family tree. She knows her ancestors left Ireland for Boston in the 19th century. Everything else is a mystery. Kaitlin unearths a fascinating story, but her research forces her to confront uncomfortable truths

Armed with a clear vision and a brazen 78-page plan, Richard Williams is determined to write his daughters, Venus and Serena, into history.

Training on Compton, California’s neglected tennis courts - the girls are shaped by their father’s unyielding commitment and their mother’s balanced perspective. Based on the true story, “King Richard” follows the uplifting journey of a family whose unwavering resolve and unconditional belief ultimately delivers two of the world’s greatest sports legends.

Venom: Let There Be Carnage 1hr 33mins, Cert 15 Action

Eddie Brock struggles to adjust to his new life as the host of the alien symbiote Venom, which grants him super-human abilities in order to be a lethal vigilante. Brock attempts to reignite his career by interviewing serial killer Cletus Kasady, who becomes the host of the symbiote Carnage and escapes prison after a failed execution.

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Family Walks

family Walks & LUNCH

For your precious family memories

Here are just a few of our suggestions for family walks in Wicklow.

Remember to pack the rain gear, a camera and sun-cream - it is Ireland after all! It’s always great to get out in the fresh air at the weekend and the exercise does all of us the good. A family day out in the great outdoors is easier than ever thanks to wellmaintained walkways.

THE BRAY HEAD CLIFF WALK

The walk takes around one and a half hours to complete. The path is well maintained and you can return by light rail (DART) to the start point.

The cliff walk is a Greystones has plenty linear walk between to offer the hungry walker after beautiful Bray and Greystones. views and a range of It is approximately marine wildlife.

6.2km long and, while not physically Travelling by DART you can start the walk at either Bray Station and demanding and well rejoin the DART at Greystones or at Greystones Station and rejoin the maintained, is a natu- DART at Bray. The walk is accessible from the Sea Front, Bray; Raheen ral walk with variable Park, Bray; Cliff Road, Wyndgates, Greystones; The Grove, Greystones and Greystones Harbour. surface quality.

WALKING ALONG BRAY PROMENADE

The Promenade starts from the harbour near Martello Terrace, the childhood home of James Joyce, and ends at the base of Bray Head. The Promenade is a mile-long walk along the seafront and commands magnificent views of Bray Head, The Sugarloaf and The Wicklow Mountains.

There is a playground available for the younger kids to enjoy along with plenty of grass area’s to kick the ball around for some further fun.

Follow the path up from the Promenade to Bray Head, and enjoy a hike up to its summit and enjoy the best views Bray has to offer.

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THE GREAT SUGAR LOAF WALK

The Great Sugar Loaf Mountain is an impressive and iconic feature of the northeast Wicklow. The summit offers unrivalled panoramic views of Dublin, the Wicklow Mountains and the Irish Sea. The Sugar Loaf Mountain a popular hillwalking destination and is suitable for walkers of all abilities. There are a number of routes, and some of the less strenuous ones are especially popular with families and small children.

The shorter and easier route, starts at the car park to the south of the Mountain.

To get there from Bray take the N11 to Kilmacanogue, go over the bridge and turn left at the roundabout. Follow this road staying to the left. After the hill, take the first left, the car park is located down the road to the left under the arch. From the car park the trail is a well-worn path straight up the Mountain. This route is perfect for families and groups.

Powerscourt Gardens – explore hidden and secret woodlands!

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

This private and hidden gem, lies deep within the walls of Powerscourt Estate. It is one of Ireland’s most charming and secluded places and its’ ancient and unspoiled beauty is carefully protected. The heritage of The River Walk can be found in the ancient trees surrounding over 3 kilometres of winding walkways.

IONIQ 5. All-Electric.

Ireland’s best-selling electric car in 2022.

The IONIQ 5 is Ireland best-selling electric car in 2022. It has also proven itself with a host of awards – Irish Times Car of the Year, German Car of the Year and Auto Express Car of the Year.

As standard will receive: The All-New you Hyundai i20 has arrived so trade in your current car and choose from one our 211 offers:

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You automatically qualify for each of these three benefits as standard: For more information or to book a test drive contact

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For more information or to book a test drive contact:

Savilles Cross, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow Phone:Details 0404-46444 | www.avonmotors.ie Dealer ON TO BETTER * The Hyundai 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty applies only to Hyundai vehicles that have been originally sold by an authorized Hyundai dealer to an end-customer, as set out in the terms and conditions of the warranty booklet. 8 years or 160.000 km warranty on vehicle battery unit. Local terms and conditions apply.

Contact your official Hyundai dealer for further information. Electricity consumption combined for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 72.6 kWh in kWh/100 km: 19.0; CO2 emissions combined in g/km: 0 (WLTP). Model used for illustrative purposes. Term & Conditions apply.

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