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Welcome to InWicklow Magazine With wedding season firmly upon us, we wanted to bring you the very best in local venues, shops and expertise to ensure you have all the vital info to hand in order to create the perfect wedding day... Wicklow has such a wealth of exclusive bridal shops, with hidden gems stocked full of to-die-for accessories and the very latest fashions for your guests too, there really is no need to look much further than your own front door! (pg5) And when you’ve had enough of weddings, we’ve plenty of sporting news and events to keep you glued to the box for the next month to come(pg30). Finally, why not treat the kiddies to one last day out before school starts again (pg42), I’m sure they deserve it! Written by locals for locals, InWicklow magazine is distributed to homes and businesses in the greater Wicklow area each month.
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CONTENTS 2 Local News Events and things to do in your town
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Romantic Wedding Venues
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Accessories
5 One Fine Day
We’ve crammed as much wedding dos and don’ts as possible into our wedding supplement; from frocks and fascinators to bands and ballrooms, we hope you enjoy it!
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30 Method in Madness
Sporting News
Aengus Cox with all the sporting news and events from abroad and closer to home, including the Premiership, Golf and Formula 1.
36 BBQ Time! Prepare for a lazy, hazy late summer of bbqs and beer with advice from your local butcher on selecting and preparing meats for cooking on the grill, and great recipes that work really well on the bbq.
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Hidden Comforts
40 Cooking with Catherine Catherine Fulvio with recipes and tips on how to get slow cooked Wicklow lamb just right
42 Family Time
It’s nearly back to school time but not before one last day trip! Why not consider something educational – and fun – to ease them back into term time.
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WickloW heritAge Week
As part of National Heritage Week a host of events have been arranged around the county to celebrate Wicklow Heritage Week. Between Saturday 21st and Sunday 28th of August numerous activities aimed at highlighting local heritage sites will be taking place. Events include whale watching on Bray Head with experts from The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group, a traditional skills and crafts workshop at Russborough House in Blessington and guided tours of the old Glendalough cemetery. The majority of the events will be free-of-charge and are fun and educational family outings. For further information call 1850 200 878 and to view a full calendar of events visit www.heritageweek.ie.
ASTRoNoMY iRElAND STAR-B-Q, RoUNDWooD Astronomy Ireland’s biggest annual telescope party, Star-B-Q, takes place again this year in Roundwood on Saturday, September 4th. The Star-B-Q has been staged in Roundwood since the event was first started ten years ago; mainly due to the unparalleled dark skies offered in Roundwood given that it is one of Ireland’s highest villages. This year’s Star-B-Q promises to be the biggest ever with an exciting night of guest speakers, an array of telescopes to look through, a junior section for children, entertainment throughout the evening and Astronomy Ireland Shop displays. This year’s event is expected to attract around 1,000 star gazers. Food and refreshments will be available throughout the evening and tickets cost €39 for adults and €29 for under 16s. Family rates can be arranged on request. For additional information on the event and reservations visit www.astronomy.ie or call 01 847 0777.
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WickloW gArdenS feStiVAl 2010 The 21st Wicklow Gardens Festival, which has been running since Easter and will continue through until the end of September, features numerous beautiful and varied private gardens from Wicklow, each with their own unique theme and design, from Robinsonian and Formal to Victorian and Modern. Visitors have the opportunity to visit each one of these gardens, which are scattered throughout the county, and soak up the stunning natural beauty for which Wicklow is famous. Gardens taking place in this year’s event include Avondale House & Forest Park in Rathdrum, Mount Usher Gardens in Ashford and Powerscourt House & Gardens in Enniskerry – all of which are open for the duration of the festival. For a full list of participating gardens log on to www.visitwicklow.ie/gardens.
liVe muSic – the meeting of the WAterS, AVocA If it’s live music that you’re after this month then you’ll find plenty of it at The Meetings Bar & Restaurant in Avoca. This cosy establishment situated in the heart of the scenic Vale of Avoca offers a wide variety of traditional ballads on both Saturday and Sunday evenings performed predominantly by a selection of skilled local musicians. In addition, on Sunday afternoons between 4pm and 6pm there is music from popular céilí bands. To find out more visit www.themeetingsavoca.com.
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Musical icon Michael Ball performs in the in the intimate surroundings of the 17th century Kilruddery House & Gardens, Bray, Co. Wicklow
BOOKING AND CONTACT INFORMATION KILRUDDERY HOUSE
Killruddery is situated on Dublin’s door step, home to the Brabazon Family (the Earls of Meath) since 1618 and currently the home of the 15th Earl of Meath. Killruddery Gardens are unique in that they are the oldest in Ireland still surviving in their original 17th century style together with 18th and 19th century additions. For more information please visit www.Killruddery.com
To book tickets online please visit www.ticketgroup.ie or by phone please call: 0818 33 33 44
Please do not contact Killruddery House directly as they will not be dealing with any queries. Payments methods are Visa, Mastercard and Laser. Booking fees will apply
LOCATION
Killruddery House & Gardens are situated 20 kms south of Dublin, in Bray, Co. Wicklow. Take the southbound M1, M50 and N11. From N11 take Bray/Greystones exit and follow signs for Greystones through two round-abouts. The entrance to Killruddery is 2kms on right hand side at brown finger post signs. From Bray Town take the Bray/Greystones road and follow signs from second roundabout at Bray Golf Club and Ramada Woodland Court Hotel.
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Wedding Feature WHILE MUCH IS MADE ABOUT CHOOSING THE ENGAGEMENT RING, THE WEDDING BANDS ARE OFTEN OVERLOOKED AND SOMETIMES EVEN LEFT TO THE LAST MOMENT, ALMOST AS AN AFTERTHOUGHT. NOT ONLY IS THE WEDDING BAND SYMBOLIC OF YOUR LOVE WHICH WILL LAST THROUGHOUT ETERNITY – THE CIRCLE THAT NEVER ENDS - YOU ALSO WANT IT TO STAND THE TEST OF TIME.
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lways follow your instincts when looking at jewelry, whether it’s wedding bands, eternity rings or even a pair of earrings. Ask yourself, will the piece stand the test of time, will it be comfortable to wear, is it something you can envisage wearing every day, for the rest of your life? While the traditional gold band will no doubt stand the test of time it may not be to your personal taste, and don’t forget, it’s you that has to wear it! If you’re interested in something a little more modern and eye-catching, consider matching your band to the style of your engagement ring.
with other metals so is favoured by anyone with sensitive skin, or allergies. It’s expensive however but if you can afford it, will looking wonderful. anne Harris Jewellers Anne Harris Jewellers is a family run business which has been in existance for over 30 years, giving a very dependable service to Wicklow and surrounding areas.
White gold is very much in style right now for wedding bands, it coordinates with both platinum and silver jewelry, yet is actually cheaper than platinum, which will be of interest to anyone on a budget. If you’re more of a traditionalist, then you’re most likely considering yellow gold. For most of us, yellow gold symbolises the enduring warmth of the perfect marriage. Don’t be afraid to ask the jeweler about what you’re buying and discuss your budget – he’ll be happy to ensure you get the very best for your money, whether it’s 14k, 18k or 24k gold. Another option is of course platinum, which is an expensive purchase. Platinum isn’t mixed
We stock: 9ct and 18ct white and yellow gold and diamond wedding and eternity bands. All our rings can be made in any shape, size, weight or width to suit your requirements. We stock wedding jewellry including pearls and presents for bridesmaids and best man. Suggestions for best man are cuff links, tankards, hip flasks, Zippo lighters all of which can be engraved. 10% discount off all wedding bands and 20% discount on diamond eternity rings. Deposits taken, 4 in 1 vouchers and Wicklow Town Shopping Voucher. Why not shop at home. Leave your wedding gift list with us and choose from Waterford glass, Newbridge Silverware, Beeleek Pottery and much much more. Anne Harris Jewellers, Main Street, Wicklow Town, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 0404 67247 Fax: 0404 64885 Email info@anneharrisjewellers.ie
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tHe GoDDess room THE GODDESS ROOM, Ireland’s only vintage and vintage bridal salon and atlier, brings back glamour for women of all ages, shapes and taste.. Fiona McCann, Irish Times, our first bride “Walk into the GODDESS ROOM and I dare you to come out feeling anything less than aphrodite”. In a 1600 square foot airy, Manhattan loft style salon view our unique collection of one off gowns with inhouse designer and styling team in attendance. 1900’s to 1980’s, hand picked for individual exquisiteness, we fully fit to suit your style. From €300.00 to €3000.00 . Sensual, figure hugging, 1930’s silks for the Greta Garbo look.. 1950’S organzas, sweet swinging 60’s minis, 70’s couture New York, bespoke vintage gowns, all, pristine condition. We aso design and tailor for mother of the bride/groom. Iinspired by your own unique vision of yourself, every woman is aphrodite in THE GODDESS ROOM. Meridien Point, Greystones www.thegoddessroom.net tel: 01-2016591
When purchasing a wedding dress, try to allow 6 – 9 months in order to make your decision, all the while reading up on the very many different styles available, both in magazines and on the web. Always try to keep an open mind and don’t be afraid to ask the sales assistant for their advice.
Colour is really important – pale or blonde brides should wear warm shades such as ivory or champagne while darker brides can look stunning in white. Don’t bring too many people with you at the start as too many opinions will only add to the confusion! Try not to be too disheartened by the size of the dresses you try on as bridal sizes are usually two sizes smaller than those to be found on the high street. If you’re lucky enough to be having a custom made dress, the designer will insist on a toile fitting initially, the dress is made up in calico to check the style and size of the gown. Remember to buy your lingerie early so you can try it on when the fittings begin. Try to collect your dress 2 - 3 weeks before the big day along with all accessories. Most of all try to relax and enjoy you day as much as possible! Marie Mcelheron Bridal design, abbey lane, arklow • tel: 0402 32818 www.mariemcelheron.com
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HiDDEn coMForts
WHILE YOU’RE NO DOUBT MORE CONCERNED WITH HOW YOUR WEDDING DRESS LOOKS AND FITS AT THIS STAGE, THERE’S NO DENYING THAT INVESTING IN COMFORTABLE, SUPPORTIVE UNDERWEAR IS MONEY WELL SPENT. However, first things first. It’s not a good idea to head out and buy the frilliest, whitest pieces you can find once he pops the question. In fact, the place to start is with the dress. Only when you know the style, shape and look of the dress you’re going for will it be time to move onto the knickers.
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Although only one other person – your new husband – will see it, the lingerie you wear underneath your dress will be the difference between looking good and looking absolutely perfect on your special day. Choosing the right shapewear, bra and or hose is an important point on the ‘to do’ list.
This doesn’t mean you have to forget about glamour and looking all round fabulous, however, as most shops stock extensive bridal ranges that include everything from the traditional bra, knickers and suspenders combo, to something slightly more detailed to mark your first night as a married couple. STRiPED BRA (€43) AND kNickERS (€47) from contour, QuinSBoro rd, BrAY & StillorgAn Sc
Get professionally fited for your bra – when you think of the various TV and media campaigns pushing this message in our faces on a daily basis it’s shocking to think there are still some women out there wearing the wrong bra size – and it shows. An illfitting bra will make your bust look heavier or even saggy which is never a good look.
When looking at bras take some time out to try on a couple of longline styles, these fasten at the small of your back and pull your body in similar to how a corset does – showing your body off to its absolute best advantage. Body slimmers and shapewear are a difficult decision when it comes to your wedding day. We all no doubt have one and we all swear by them, but are they appropriate wedding night attire? Shapewear can be uncomfortable and will become even more so on a day that starts bright and early and doesn’t finish till the early hours. Properly fitting underwear that doesn’t cut into the skin might be a far better option. Finally, don’t forget something to slip into for afterwards, whether it’s a corset, teddy or a frilly negligee you’ll be glad you bought it! And this time, it doesn’t have to be white, cream or ivory, go for whatever colour you feel sexiest in. RED BRA (€??) AND THoNG (€??) from contour, QuinSBoro rd, BrAY & StillorgAn Sc
cREAM BRA (€48) AND kNickERS (€16) from contour, QuinSBoro rd, BrAY & StillorgAn Sc
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Fascinating Fascinators
IF YOU PLAN ON MAKING AN EXTRA SPECIAL STATEMENT ON THE SPECIAL DAY THEN A HAT, HAIRPIECE OR FASCINATOR IS MOST DEFINITELY THE WAY TO GO! WITH TONS OF LOCAL SHOPS STOCKING TOP OF THE RANGE FASCINATORS AND HATS TO SUIT EVEN THE PICKIEST OF FEMALES, THE ONLY PROBLEM YOU’LL HAVE WILL BE DECIDING ON YOUR FAVOURITE.
Hats off to a fabulous new collection by Carol Smith Millinery In addition to her many projects Milliner Carol Smith has just produced beautifully elaborate hats for the recent run of ‘The Importance of being Ernest’ at the Gaiety Theatre. She has just launched her trans-season collection including autumn 2010. This wide range of hats made from exquisite materials is unique and diverse, for all suitable occasions. She interprets her latest designs as evocative of the 30’s/40’s period. Carol’s hats are exclusively made specialising in co-ordinating client’s colour schemes using hand dyes. Her studio is located at Croneybyrne Courtyard near Glendalough in Wicklow. Her hats are designed individually and made to the specific requirements of the client including dyeing and shaping by hand. To meet her clients needs Carol provides ordering by phone service. If a client can’t make a visit to the studio they can choose a hat from the website and send on a colour sample
Hair Classics HAIR EXTENSIONS & PRODUCTS SERVICES * Clip in Extensions * Custom Made Lace Wig * Medical Wigs (hair pieces for most type of Scalp Conditions) * Sewn in Extensions * Micro Beading * Plaits * 100% Spanish, Indian, Remy hair available Florence House, Florence Road, Bray
T: 087 218 2721 / 01 276 1629 Opening Hours : 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday
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and the hats are delivered to the purchaser’s home. Alternatively, Carol is happy to welcome visitors to her studio set in the beautiful countryside of Wicklow. To view her website www.carolsmithhats.com Or Contact Carol directly at 087 2481134 / carolsmithhats@gmail.com
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toP to toE YOU MAY HAVE SPENT MONTHS SEARCHING FOR THE PERFECT OUTFIT BUT WHAT ABOUT YOUR ACCESSORIES? THE ULTIMATE DAY-OUT DRESS WILL ONLY WORK IF YOU HAVE THE PERFECT SHOES AND BAG TO MATCH. THERE’S SUCH AN ABUNDANCE OF ACCESSORIES ON OFFER AT THE MOMENT IN THE HIGH STREET AND IF YOU’RE LUCKY ENOUGH, YOU MIGHT CATCH A COUPLE OF THESE IN THE SALES HAPPY SHOPPING! cREAM FRill clUTcH (€95) BY EPiSoDE AT HoUSE oF FRASER, DUNDRUM Tc
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DEstination roMancE PICKING THE LOCATION FOR YOUR SPECIAL DAY TAKES TIME, EFFORT AND AN AWFUL LOT OF WALKING AROUND. HOWEVER, IT’S MOST DEFINITELY WORTH IT. WHETHER YOU GO FOR A HOMELY, LOCAL SPOT THAT ALL YOUR VISITORS CAN ACCESS ON FOOT OR YOU’RE CONSIDERING A ‘DESTINATION’ WEDDING AT AN IRISH CASTLE, THERE’S A WEALTH OF HOTELS, BALLROOMS AND INTIMATE VENUES IN WICKLOW AND BEYOND ALONE THAT WILL KEEP YOU UNDECIDED FOR WEEKS.
sPecial K Affection known as the K Club throughout Ireland, The Kildare Hotel and Country Club is without a doubt one of the most stunning locations in the country from which to host a wedding. Your special day deserves a very special venue and the K Club really has it all. Located in the picture-perfect village of Straffan, on the banks of the River Liffey, the hotel is surrounded by 550 acres of mature woods, parkland and magnificent formal gardens. From the moment you drive down the private lane to the K Club you are surrounded by beauty and at every stop and turn your eye is drawn to something new; whether it’s a boat on the crystal lake or the many roses, the scent of which fill the air. Dating back to 1832, the K Club offers a host of opulent facilities to ensure your wedding dreams come true. The hotel boasts 69 individually appointed bedrooms and suites, with original artwork, antiques and state of the art Bang & Olufsen entertainment equipment. The resort can cater for large and lavish weddings or more intimate affairs. The Arnold Palmer room can seat up to 140 guests for dinner and dancing and has its own private
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entrance and bar. The dedicated events team at the K Club understand how special your wedding day is and will make every effort to ensure that your wedding wishes comes true. No request is too big or small; after all, your wedding day is the most important day of your life. The all-inclusive wedding package at the K Club is just €120 per person and highlights include red carpet on arrival, champagne for the bride and groom, pre-dinner canapés, Prosecco, 4 course dinner, personalised menus, a half bottle of house wine per guest, and much more besides. For further details telephone 01 601 7200 www.kclub.ie wicKlow’s Greatest treasure Set in the Wicklow mountains, Powerscourt Estate is a haven of peace and tranquility, full of rich history and natural beauty. The mile long avenue that
leads up to the beautiful 18th century Palladian house is lined with over 2,000 beech trees. Guests at your wedding will enjoy exclusive access to the double height Georgian ballroom that overlooks the magnificent estate and 47 acres of stunning gardens. It is undoubtedly one of the most breathtaking rooms in the country. Up to 150 guests can be catered for in the Ballroom and if you are seeking a very spectacular location for your special day, then Powerscourt could
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possibly be it. Feast Catering – by Domini and Peaches Kemp - at Powerscourt House is all about excellence and attention to detail. The wedding and event planner will help guide you through the seasonal menus, using the best ingredients from some of Ireland’s finest local and artisan producers. The wedding packages at Powercourt Estate all include red carpet arrival,
seasonal and delicious menus, floral centerpieces, menus and cake stand and photo opportunities in the stunning gardens. For further details telephone 01 204 6000 www.powerscourt.ie
ARKLOW BAY CONFERENCE LEISURE & SPA HOTEL
The Perfect Choice WICKLOW’S PREMIER WEDDING LOCATION
Unbeatable pricing in an idyllic setting Call and arrange an appointment now and ask about our fantastic special offers
Fax: 0402 32300 9 30 32 02 04 : el T s@arklowbay.com Email:reservation bay.com Web: www.arklow
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Wedding Feature royal marine Hotel Those who have visited the Royal Marine will agree the refurbishment has added to the splendor of this magnificent ‘listed’ building. It is a stunning vision of ‘old and new’. The Carlisle Conference Centre can seat up to 750 delegates and is a stunning venue for hosting any event especially Weddings. Set on 4 acres of gardens with direct access to Dun Laoghaire Promenade and Pier, 15 Suites to choose from, a large Banqueting Hall, a large Victorian staircase with high ceiling and natural light – it is also ideal for photos both internally and externally. All members of the wedding party will feel spoilt by the grandeur of this Victorian setting overlooking the Bay
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The Royal Marine Hotel has recently been approved for Civil Ceremonies Whether your Wedding will be large or intimate, formal or casual, a marquee, a soirée, a luncheon or even a civil ceremony, we can cater for all your needs. We would be delighted to meet with you in person to show you our facilities and discuss your Big Day. Previous guests of the Hotel include Frank Sinatra, Laurel & Hardy and Charlie Chaplin. Queen Victoria had a 16 course breakfast when she arrived off the boat at Dun Laoghaire and even Michael Collins is believed to have hidden out in Room 210 with Kitty Kiernan. Whether your Wedding will be large or intimate, formal or casual, a marquee, a soirée, a luncheon or even a civil ceremony, we can cater for all your needs. We would be delighted to meet with you
in person to show you our facilities and discuss your Big Day. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us on +353 (0)1 271 2513 or +353 (0)1 2712516 or email events@royalmarine.ie We look forward to the opportunity of welcoming you to the Royal Marine Hotel.
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EnniskErry County WiCkloW â&#x20AC;˘ south dublin and WiCkloW premier Wedding venue
Let our experience be our present to you offering a range of seasonal and midweek special menus as well as a selection of upgrade offers, a range of menu options and packages to suit your requirements. specialising in one Wedding a day our dedicated wedding coordinators offer a professional experienced service at every step ensuring your special day will be all you dreamed of and a cherished life long memory. At the summerhill House Hotel we care that wedding is unique, special and unforgettable Having a blessing ? Then ask us about our blessing package.
summerHiLL House HoteL tHe Wedding speciALists tel: +353 1 2867928 email: weddings@summerhillhousehotel.com www.summerhillhousehotel.com inWICKLOW August 2010
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Wedding Feature ballybeG House If you’re looking to host your special day with a certain informality, then Ballybeg House may be just the place for you. With small, intimate-style weddings (and marquee weddings) a speciality, Ballybeg House can cater for up to 150 people. Cottage style, two-bedroomed houses with four-poster beds, Victorian bath tubs and an outdoor Canadian spa are all available at Ballybeg, as well as an old bell tower and dairy and magical gardens with rambling views. Ballybeg is an approved venue for civil ceremonies with special blessing ceremonies taking place on the romantic grounds. This really is a wonderful setting for your wedding photos! Paddy: + 353 (0)87 254-9234 dominique: +353 (0)87 684-8470 email: info@ballybeg.ie Ballybeg House, Ballinglen, Arklow, Co. Wicklow, Ireland.
GLENVIEW HOTEL AND LEISURE CLUB
Glen O’ the Downs, Delgany, Co. Wicklow, Ireland Tel: (01) 287 3399 Fax: (01) 287 7511 International Code: +353 1 Email: ido@glenviewhotel.com Enquire online through our Web Site: www.glenviewhotel.com
Glenview Diamond Package Available October 2010 – December 2011 • Excluding Xmas Period
Your Wedding Package Includes
Professional consultation with our Wedding Co-ordinator regarding all your details • Red Carpet on arrival with champagne for the Bride and Groom Complimentary use of our landscaped gardens with stunning water features for your photographs • Personalised Gift from the Hotel Complimentary personalised menu cards • Complimentary floral arrangements in The Glenview Suite Dedicated toastmaster on your Wedding Day Use of our cake stand and knife Complimentary Bar Extension in The Glenview Suite Complimentary luxurious accommodation for Bride and Groom in our unrivalled Penthouse Suite, with a Champagne Breakfast Allocation of 25 bedrooms for the Wedding Party at a special tariff with full use of our extensive leisure club for your guests Ample car parking facilities • Complimentary Anniversary dinner for two in our Woodlands Restaurant • Complimentary Accommodation & Breakfast for Parents of the Bride and Groom Complimentary 6 Month Membership for the Leisure Club One Free Treatment in the Haven for the Bride & Groom • One Wedding per day Complimentary Menu tasting for the Bride & Groom only • Minimum numbers for The Glenview Suite are 70 Guests Midweek & 100 at Weekends Tea/Coffee, Biscuits, Summer Punch or Mulled Wine for all your Guests with Canapés for 50% of your Guests on Arrival • Sparkling Wine Toast Drink or Upgrade to round of Drinks for €3.50 per person • Hot food Platters for 50% of your guests for your Evening Reception • Two Glasses of House Wine per guest during the meal • Chair Covers & Up lighters – Choose from 25 Chair Covers & Over 70 Bows • Your Choice of 1 Starter ….. 2 Main Courses
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Menu
Plum Tomato & Mozzarella Salad on a Bed of Rocket Leaves Drizzled with Basil Pesto • Fan of Galia Melon with Wild Berry Compote Citrus Sorbet Tossed Caesar Salad, Cos Lettuce, Smoked Bacon Lardons, • Garlic Croutons & Parmesan Shavings • A Vol au Vent of Chicken, Garden Herbs & Mushrooms in a White Wine Cream Sauce • Tossed Salad of Smoked Chicken, Oven Dried Tomatoes • Spring Onion & Croutons with a Sweet Chilli Dressing **** Cream of Leek & Potato Soup • Cream of Fresh Garden Vegetable Soup Cream of Carrot, Orange and Coriander Soup Or Champagne, Citrus, Raspberry, Sorbet **** Roast Turkey & Baked Ham • Herb Stuffing, Cranberry Jus • Marinated Stuffed Breast of Chicken • Mustard & Tarragon Sauce Steamed Fillet of Salmon Citrus Beurre Blanc • Roast Prime Sirloin of Irish Beef • Yorkshire Pudding, Red Wine Jus • Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb • Scallion Mash, Basil Jus Pan Roasted Seabass • Wilted Baby Spinach, Citrus Beurre Blanc Roasted Garlic Mash **** Baileys & Honeycomb Cheesecake • Chocolate Sauce • White Chocolate & Raspberry Mousse • Fruit Coulis • Fresh Fruit Soft Pavlova • Fruit Coulis Glenview Assiette of Desserts • Duo of Sauces • Warm Apple & Rhubarb Crumble • Vanilla Ice-Cream Sauce Anglaise Tea/Coffee €65.00 per Guest Midweek • €70.00 per guest Fri & Sat Oct – Jun €75.00 per guest Friday & Saturday in July, August & September
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WEDDINGS AT DRUIDS GLEN RESORT THE PACKAGE IS MAGIC! Package includes: Pre Dinner Reception, Wedding Meal & Wine, Sparkling Wine for the Toast & Evening Reception The extra magic touches include: Floral Centre Pieces, Choice of Chair Covers & Top Table Backdrop!
Ensure that your Dream Wedding Day is nothing short of Spectacular. Book our WEDDING PACKAGE from just €85.00 per person!
Fall Under the Spell and book now by calling Nessa on 01 2870811 or email nessa.kearney@druidsglenresort.com www.druidsglenresort.com
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All inclusive package...plus 5 nights accommodation in our luxury five star hotel, Bonnington Towers, Dubai Book your wedding at the Royal Hotel and we will include • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Complimentary Five Nights Accommodation in our Luxury 5 Star Property The Bonnington Towers Hotel, Jumeirah Lakes, Dubai Red Carpet & Champagne Welcome for our Bride & Groom Tea/Coffee Welcome Reception for Guests Extensive Four Course Gala Dinner Menu for 80 Guests Glass of House Wine with Meal for all Guests Evening Finger Food Buffet for up to 40 Guests Personalised Menus & Floral Decorations on all tables Complimentary Chair Covers Complimentary Executive Room for the Bride & Groom to include accommodation with full Irish breakfast Six Months Complimentary Membership to our Exclusive Merrill Leisure Club for Bride & Groom Special Accommodation Rates for Wedding Party Guests Hotel Policy of One Wedding Per Day in Hotel Assistance from our dedicated Events Team with the preparations for your Big Day And many other incentives....
All of the above for €5,000
Please note this offer is available for a limited time only, is based on 80 guests and subject to terms and conditions
www.royalhotel.ie | events@royalhotel.ie For further information and bookings please contact Nessa or Gail 01 2862935 inWICKLOW
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Rathmore Country
A truly romantic seaside venue......
House & Holiday Village Wedding Venue Rathmore Holiday Village & Country House Rathmore , Ashford, Co.Wicklow T/F:353 (0)404 49684 M: 353 (0)86 389 3946
WEDDING FAIR 26TH SEPTEMBER 2010 Starting 12noon to 5pm Lots of fun and ideas for the bride and groom a great day out, children well catered for on the day. (puppet show, musician, party events) Events organised for the Hen and stag nights with Hollow Creek adventure centre displaying airsoft and archery on the day beauticans, hairstylists and lots more for the ladies and most important, large section of stands to cater for your special Wedding day.
Best Western Esplanade Hotel If you have not already viewed our facilities please do come and see us soon. A warm welcome awaits you.
Seafront, Strand Road, Bray, Co. Wicklow Tel: 01 286 2056 • Email: info@esplanadehotel.ie www.esplanadehotel.ie
We even have some local and very interesting bands playing on the day along with our fashion show. We also cater for the hen and stag weekends, engagement parties and anniversaries. Remember it is your special day no matter what the occasion we will serve you proud. Everybody welcome.
Unique Wedding
County Wicklow, Ireland. T: 0404 45135 F: 0404 45142 E: info@glendaloughhotel.ie W: www.glendaloughhotel.ie
Your Wedding Day at The Glendalough Hotel Includes: • Professional consultation with our Management regarding all your details • Red carpet on arrival with champagne for the Bride & Groom • Freshly Brewed Tea / Coffee & Biscuits on arrival for your Guests • Complimentary personalised menu cards • Complimentary floral arrangements in the Derrybawn Suite • Use of our cake stand and knife • Complimentary Bar Extension in the Derrybawn Suite • Complimentary accommodation for Bride & Groom with Breakfast • Automatic allocation of 20 bedrooms for the Wedding party at a special tariff, if you require more please ask • Dinner for two on your first Anniversary
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ProFEssionaL aDVicE WITH JUST A SMALL AMOUNT OF TIME, EFFORT AND – MOST IMPORTANTLY – SOME PROFESSIONAL ADVICE – YOU CAN ENSURE THAT THE TRICKIER ELEMENTS OF HOSTING A WEDDING RUN LIKE CLOCKWORK
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edding bands can be a little tricky; one bad decision and you could end up with your entire guest list sitting it out, waiting for the music to ‘pick up’. Everyone has a wedding band story, if you’re lucky enough the guests might make the most of it and it’ll end up being a funny one to tell, but if you’re unlucky – and the band a real party killer - then you’ll be devastated and the day ruined. The number one thing to remember when choosing a band is research, ask around for recommendations, actually go see a couple of the bands beforehand to get first hand experience. Most wedding bands will have a set list of floor fillers and are happy to accomodate anyone with special requests. Be wary of making special requests however, just because Curiosity Killed the Cat bring back fantastic memories for you and your BFF, doesn’t mean they do it for everyone else... As with the band, finding the right photographer is one of the most important things you’ll do in your wedding prep. A photograph says a thousand words we’re told, so you want every single one of those to be a good one! Again, research photographers thoroughly, visit them in their studio and ask to see samples of weddings they’ve done previously. If you don’t like the work, the chances are that the photographer isn’t for you. Think hard about what type of ‘look’ you’re going for, set-ups such as both of you peeking around a tree might seem cute on the day, but will it last the test of time? Wedding
FINNEGANS BRAY «« COACH AND MINIBUS HIRE »»
photography is one of the big expenses of the day, so it’s really worth your while making sure you get what you pay for. Contrary to popular opinion, weddings aren’t all about the brides – the groom has to get a look in eventually! There are some really amazing deals on dress hire at the moment, if that’s the route you’re taking. Suit hire outlets are a great help, generally the staff know their business and are only too happy to help with ideas and suggestions if you’re finding yourself a little stuck. Really, the stand-out company has to be Black Tie. With branches throughout Ireland including Dun Laoghaire and Blackrock, Black Tie have a huge selection of suits, shirts, bowties, shoes and dress socks to choose from. Check them out at www.blacktie.ie. If you’re opting to buy, then late summer really is the time to do so with up to 70% off in many of the larger department stores right now. You might regret not making the investment in the long run. ‘Grand entrances’ are big business these days – arriving at the church in a stretch limo with the driver in full period dress is getting more and more popular. A quick scan online turned up some fairly hefty prices with many companies charging on a ‘per person’ basis, so think hard on who you’re bringing in the car. It’s worth trying to negotiate on the price, depending on whether it’s wedding season or not of course. It might seem like a lot of fuss and hoopla but if you’re aiming for the castle, you might as well get the matching car as well. And just think, after the ceremony and enroute to the party, you can treat yourself and your bethroded to a much needed glass of bubbles in the back – heaven!
T.K. LIMOUSINES
“Experience the difference”
Wedding Hire • Chauffeur Hire • Debs Balls Airport Transfers • Corporate Travel • Special Occasions Hen & Stag Parties and more ... FOR ALL YOUR GROUP TRANSPORT NEEDS
TEL 01 2860061 • FAX 01 2868121 BUSES@FINNEGAN-BRAY.IE • WWW.FINNEGAN-BRAY.IE
Phone: 086 86 111 22 or 0404 49778 Web: www.tklimousines.ie Newtown Boswell, Killiskey, Ashford, Co. Wicklow
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Your Little Star And when you think of what your bridesmaid does during your wedding, she really is one! Between steadying your nerves before the ceremony itself and carrying your train throughout the day…your bridesmaid(s) definitely deserves a little extra special ‘something’ to say a great big thank you. We particularly love these Swarovski crystal earrings (€59) and will totally show how much you care. www. ebuni.com is a fantastic online boutique for hair accessories, costume jewelery and brooches. Beware however, this site is seriously addictive!
Candy Favours They might mean nothing to the men and let’s face it, by the end of the day most of them are to be found on the floor but does it matter? Table pearls, beautifully presented scented candles, candy favours, place markers and table center-pieces – which can be matched to the colour of the bridesmaids’ dresses – are all the range, and we love them! There’s a fantastic range available on www.confetti.co.uk right now who, we’re delighted to report, are currently holding their summer sale with some items up to 70% off. So, what are you waiting for – get shopping!
Beautiful Bouquets Between the bride and bridesmaids’ bouquets, button holes, flowers for the church, the reception and a bouquet for each of the mums and or grans, there are quite a lot of flowers involved when it comes to a wedding! Flowers can say so much and are a hugely personal choice, you should aim to reflect both yours and your partner’s personalities with your bouquet. Even though each flower has its own personal meaning (eg. roses indicate passion while carnations usually represent friendship) it really comes down to personal choice and the time of year. It can be a nice idea to have your bridal bouquet pressed after the event and will serve as a reminder forever; a smell can instantly transport you to a time and place like no other of our senses.
The Chocolate Garden of Ireland is an artisan chocolate and ice cream factory. Occasions we offer very special products for: * * * * *
Table Centre Displays Chocolate Wedding Cakes Chocolate Wedding Favours Birthday Cakes * Christening Cakes Anniversary Cakes
All our chocolate wedding cakes are made by our experienced chocolatiers in-house. Wedding cakes can have fruit cake, chocolate biscuit cake or sponge filling inside, whichevernyou prefer. We can custom design your chocolate wedding cake to match your unique preferences, colour schemes etc; what you see here is just a small sample of our capabilities.
Tel: 059 648 1999
www.chocolategarden.ie
Rath, Tullow, Co. Carlow (3 miles from Tullow beside Rathwood)
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Cake and Glory
Amazing Cakes
Wedding traditions may come and go but we firmly believe the tradition of the cake will stand the test of time. Predominantly a Western tradition, the newly married couple standing together to cut the cake is symbolic of their unity and ultimate togetherness. And it looks great in the photos…If you’re struggling over choosing a cake - and we wouldn’t blame you, the choice out there is staggering - you might consider tying your overall theme colour into your decision, or the colour of your flowers.
Amazing Cakes is owned and run by Beverley and Brendan Murphy who together have over 40 years experience in the food industry. Beverley has won many awards for both her cake designs and also her cake flavours and is widely recognised as one of the top cake designers in Ireland and was also recently featured on wedding TV.
While tiered cakes are still hugely popular, individual cupcake cakes are really popular right now, with some brides really pushing the boat out and having several different cupcake flavours, so that everyone’s happy. Whichever you choose, we really hope you get to enjoy a slice!
Beverley with her flair for colour and design will work closely with the bride and groom to make their cake the centerpiece of the day and to ensure that the cake will be remembered forever. Demand for Beverley’s creations has become such that she has recently had to move to larger premises in Solus Tower estate in Bray. The new premises contains a state of the art bakery and large showroom where couples can view the very impressive collection of wedding cakes on display and also arrange to sample some of the many
cake flavours offered, from the award winning traditional fruit cake to the Belgian chocolate biscuit. Whether you’re after an elegant, funky or even novelty style personalised cake, don’t miss out on an opportunity to have the extremely talented Beverley Murphy look after the wedding cake on your special day. address: Unit 5 Solus Tower Estate Bray , Co Dublin Phone: (01) 2824507 email: Bev@AmazingCakes.ie www.amazingcakes.ie
Flower Power Fresh Flowers / Fresh Ideas
Our bespoke design service will enable you to consult with us to create your unique wedding style
8 main street, wicklow town, co wicklow telephone cate or paula on 0404 69491 www.flowerpowerwicklow.com
Whatever your style and budget we will create the perfect package to suit you
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A set of really chic, personalised stationery is a MUST for every new bride and groom!
Invitations
taste and style like no other.
If you’re hoping to go the extra mile and really impress your wedding guests, bespoke letterpress wedding invitations could be what you’re looking for. Pretty as a Picture Studio provide beautiful, distinctive letterpress invitations for your wedding that will express your individual
Letterpress is an antique labour intensive, method of printing that is especially time-consuming and requires a mgreat deal of skill. The extensive range and choice at Pretty as a Picture offer a mix and match of
styles, colours and pretty fonts. All of are fully interchangeable and can be customised to your individual request. If you have a unique idea for your invite talk to the staff at Pretty as a Picture, they really will go the extra mile in creating something truly unique for you!
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO CHECK OUT THE FULL LINE OF OFFERINGS LOCALLY IN RATHNEW WITH ‘PRETTY AS A PICTURE’ CALL: 0404 64224 E: INFO@PRETTYASAPICTURE.IE W: WWW.PRETTYASAPICTURE.IE
Jasmine Print and Design Jasmine Print 7 Design, based in Kilcoole print invitations for all occasions, specializing in weddings. Breda produces beautiful watercolours of your church or wedding venue to feature on your invitations. Invitations come with a perforated tear off reply card printed on white / ivory board or old parchment and are customised to your requirements. Invites can also be bilingual. They also print accordion fold mass pamphlets or just the covers if you are making your own. Jasmine Print and Design have some great wedding invitation packages on offer! CALL 086 3916614 FOR MORE DETAILS AND SOME FREE SAMPLES.
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Fine Food, Fine Wine One of the lovely thing about weddings is that they bring together people of all ages and tastes. And not just ‘people’ either, but ‘your’ people. Your friends, family, your nearest and dearest, your loved ones. If you’re a wine enthusiast, then matching the day to the food, and the food to the wine can be a particularly challenging task. You might want to begin with something light for the starter and move onto something a little richer for dinner – the wedding coordinator at your chosen venue should help with these descisions. It goes without saying that you should always make sure you sample the menu and wine list before you make up your mind! If you’re really into your wine you might consider buying the wine from your favourite shop and if you’re a really good customer they might go the extra mile and bring in the bottles you’re after at a discounted price. If this is the case, then
expect the venue to charge corkage – a charge applied by the venue if you wish to supply your own wine for a function. Corkage is usually negotiable – bring along someone with good haggling skills to get the absolutely best price. While a beautifully designed and well proportioned wine glass will impress most guests, there’s no doubt that savings can be made on the catering and rental side of things. If you’re after a marquee style event and need prices on tablewear, glasswear and cutlery, keep an eye out for the very best prices online and aim for a company that will not only set up the equipment, but take it away after the event, without you having to do the washing up.
your wedding day. The new range of real pearls come in a various array of sizes, colours and designs starting from €50 for earrings or a bracelet or €100 for a necklace. The collection includes Freshwater, Tahiti and South Sea pearls. Collection Prive is an incredible line of diamond bracelets and necklaces which was launched in Antwerp last year and sold out before Christmas. With model and socialite Andrew Roche on board as their new brand ambassador, it’s easy to understand why the word ‘Diamant’ will be on many a brides’ mind this wedding season. www.diamant.ie
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FooTBAll - ENGliSH PREMiERSHiP Football fans who have been struggling to fill the massive hole left by the conclusion of the World Cup will shortly be able to breathe a massive sigh of relief as the English Premier League season kicks off once more on the 14th of August. The Premier League is ranked the top domestic league in the world owing mainly to its clubs’ massive incomes and their relative successes on the pitch compared to their international counterparts.
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2010/11 season promises to be one of the more exciting ones since the league’s inception in 1992. In the early days Manchester United were the dominant side, winning four of the first five titles with the only exception being in 1995 when an Alan Shearer inspired Blackburn Rovers pipped them to the trophy. Then Arsenal came along and broke that dominance under Arsene Wenger, taking the title in 1998. Incidentally, Wenger’s feat meant that he became the first non-British manager to win England’s top division. From that point on the two clubs remained the best in the country, that was until the emergence of Roman Abramovich and his chequebook at Chelsea as Jose
Mourinho turned the London club into viable contenders and, indeed, they won their first Premier League title in 2005. Since then Manchester United and Chelsea have shared the trophy between them. However, now it seems as though – for the first time in a long time – there are a least four sides who have a genuine opportunity of winning; defending champions Chelsea, the most successful club in the Premier League’s history Manchester United, ever consistent Arsenal who look like they will be holding on to their star man Cesc Fabregas despite strong speculation linking him with a move back to Barcelona and the new financial muscle on the scene - Manchester City who have made some interesting high-profile signings over the summer, bringing in – amongst others – David Silva from Valencia for a reported €29 million. To add to the excitement, the race for a Champions League spot looks like it could be as competitive as it has ever been. Up until last season the ‘Big Four’ (Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool) had dominated the first four positions for more than a decade. Tottenham Hotspur signalled an end to that domination last season by pushing Liverpool out and now
wicklowsport all of Arsenal, Aston Villa, Chelsea, Everton, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur will be realistically vying for these positions and Champions League qualification. At the other end of the table there will be another titanic battle taking place as the weaker teams in the league, together with the newly promoted sides, battle it out to avoid relegation. Newcastle United, West Brom and Blackpool were all promoted to the Premier League last season and traditionally, newly promoted clubs have a poor record as they struggle to adjust to life in the top flight. Blackpool and West Brom in particular will be expected to make a rapid return to The Championship. Newcastle, on the other hand, are likely to be better equipped to adapt to the challenge as they were not only comfortable winners of The Championship last season but the club also has fantastic facilities to rival any Premier League outfit and can draw on its massive support, which will not only be of major benefit to the players on the pitch but also to the finances of the club as they strive to attract new talent and keep a hold of their current stars. Wigan Athletic, Sunderland and Mick McCarthy’s Wolves also look to be strong candidates for relegation and are all set for difficult seasons.
GolF – JoHNNiE WAlkER cHAMPioNSHiP AT GlENEAGlES Come the end of September all eyes will be on Celtic Manor in Wales where Europe will once more take on the United States in The Ryder Cup. Before then though, the final pieces of the European Team jigsaw will have to fall into place. The last qualifying event for the Ryder Cup - where players can still play their way into the European team - is the Johnnie Walker Championship at Gleneagles, Perthshire, Scotland, which takes place from the 26th to the 29th of August. Following the event European Captain Colin
oPENiNG PREMiER lEAGUE FiXTURES SATURDAY, 21 AUGUST Arsenal v Blackpool Birmingham v Blackburn everton v Wolverhampton Stoke v tottenham West Brom v Sunderland West ham v Bolton Wigan v Chelsea SUNDAY, 22 AUGUST newcastle v Aston Villa Fulham v Man utd MONDAY, 23 AUGUST Man City v liverpool SATURDAY, 28 AUGUST Blackburn v Arsenal Blackpool v Fulham Chelsea v Stoke liverpool v West Brom tottenham v Wigan Wolverhampton v newcastle Man utd v West ham Montgomerie will have to name his three ‘wild card’ picks for the team to go with the nine players who will have qualified automatically by virtue of their performances. Given the tension revolving around the event the Johnnie Walker Championship traditionally offers up a golfing treat and the 2010 event is set to be no different. With the added incentive of Ryder Cup qualification points the tournament will also be sure to attract many of the top players in Europe who are still uncertain of their places at Celtic Manor. Surprisingly, there are many high-profile European players who are on the periphery of the team and who are not yet certain of their place and they will all be likely starters at Gleneagles. That list includes
SUNDAY, 29 AUGUST Bolton v Birmingham Sunderland v Man City Aston Villa v everton SATURDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER Arsenal v Bolton Fulham v Wolverhampton Man City v Blackburn newcastle v Blackpool West Brom v tottenham West ham v Chelsea Wigan v Sunderland SUNDAY, 12 SEPTEMBER everton v Man utd Birmingham v liverpool MONDAY, 13 SEPTEMBER Stoke v Aston Villa
household names such as Martin Kaymer, Francesco Molinari, Miguel Angel Jimenez, Paul Casey and his fellow Englishman Ross Fisher who won the recent 3 Irish Open in Killarney. Thankfully, Padraig Harrington went a long way towards securing his place in European Ryder Cup team with an excellent second
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wicklowsport Padraig harrington went a long way towards securing his place in the Ryder Cup at the irish Open
2002. Other notable previous winners include Paul Casey who has won this event twice (2001 & 2006) and he will be looking to put that course form to excellent use once more as he attempts to automatically qualify for the Ryder Cup.
World no. 1 nadal and five-time champion Federer will do battle once more at Flushing Meadows
draw three-time winner Serena Williams is the player to watch. The American won both the Australian Open and Wimbledon earlier in the year and will be expected to go far once more. >>darts: Congratulations to 49-yearold Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor who recently won an unprecedented 11th World Matchplay title in Blackpool at the end of July. Taylor beat resurgent Dutchman Raymond van Barneveld 18-12 in the final. This was the Stokeon-Trent star’s third consecutive World Matchplay crown. If Taylor competed in a sport with a higher international profile then it would be fair to assume that his achievements would have him on a par with some of the greatest sports stars of all time!
place behind Fisher at the 3 Irish Open – which is lucky given that he would have been highly unlikely to compete at Gleneagles anyway owing to his hectic schedule. The The Johnnie Walker Championship was first staged at Gleneagles in 1999 and it has tended to be a stronghold of European golfers who have won all bar one of the eleven events. The European dominance here is fitting given its importance with regard to the Ryder Cup. The only non-European to win the title was Adam Scott in
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iN BRiEF >US Open tennis Championship The year’s final grand slam tournament starts on the 30th of August at Flushing Meadows in New York. Of the men Rafael Nadal comes in to the tournament in the best form having already won the French Open and Wimbledon this year. Although Roger Federer has been a little below par of late he is a five-time winner of the US Open and made the final last year so should be respected. In the women’s
>>Formula 1: Red Bull’s Mark Webber stormed to victory at the recent Hungarian Grand Prix to take the overall lead in the drivers’ championship from fellow Englishman Lewis Hamilton with 8 races remaining. Hamilton had to retire due to technical problems with his McLaren-Mercedes. Webber is on 161 points – 4 clear of Hamilton. Red Bull-Renault now also top the constructors’ championship with 312 points, which is 8 points ahead of McLaren-Mercedes. Meanwhile, Michael Schumacher’s high-profile return to the sport which he dominated just a few short years ago has as of yet not yielded any noteworthy results as he is languishing in 9th place in the drivers’ championship with 38 points. >>rugby Union: With very little international action on the European scene right now the main focus is on the Southern Hemisphere where the annual Tri-Nations Championship is getting into full swing between New Zealand, South Africa (defending champions) and Australia. The All Blacks have an excellent record in the competition and
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have gotten off to a flyer this year with three convincing wins; two against The Springboks and the other against a sloppy Wallabies side. >>irish Football: Earlier this month saw the first ever football match played at the newly completed Aviva Stadium (formerly Lansdowne Road) as a League of Ireland XI side was trounced 7-1 by the might of Manchester United in a pre-season friendly. The Aviva is set to be the new home of both the Irish national rugby and football teams and the 50,000 capacity all-seater stadium will not have to wait long before experiencing competitive international football for the first time as the Republic of Ireland take on Andorra in September and Russia in October in European Championship qualifiers. Before that Ireland will open their campaign in Armenia on the 3rd of September where Trapattoni’s men will expect to start with a win. Interestingly, the Aviva has already received notable international recognition as it has been chosen as the venue for the final of the 2011 Europa League. Furthermore, it will also host the FAI Cup final later this year.
the eagerly anticipated aviva Stadium will get its first taste of competitive international football September next
BETTiNG ADVicE PREMiER lEAGUE As discussed, the race for the Premier league (Pl) title looks like it will revolve around Chelsea, the two Manchester sides and possibly Arsenal – and the bookies tend to agree. Chelsea are a general 6/4 to retain their title, with Manchester united second favourites at 5/2 and the winner is likely to come from these two. layers aren’t taking any chances with Manchester City who – despite never finishing inside the top four in the Pl – are no bigger than 5/1, which doesn’t seem to offer much value given the level of the opposition. Conversely, the 7/1 odds offered about Arsenal seem about right given their record in the Pl and if i were to take a punt on either of the two it would definitely be arsenal. With regard to the relegation battle, Blackpool are an extremely short price to go straight back down (2/7), however, if one is looking for some value in this market then maybe it presents itself in the form of Sunderland. they finished 14th last season – looking like strong relegation candidates for much of the way – and from the way the preseason picture is developing it seems that many of the teams around them could be progressing at a much greater rate and 10/1 on Sunderland to be relegated looks to offer considerable value. Granted, there are more likely candidates on paper but at the likely odds and looking at the players manager Steve Bruce has bought (error-prone defender titus Bramble and a couple of relatively unknown South Americans) it would not take a massive swing to see them seriously struggle to remain in the Premier league.
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GolF coURSE REViEW BriAn CoX, Author of rYder Cup irelAnd, plAYed greYStoneS golf CourSe of their good, young golfers killed in battle and it was only after World War 11 that the future showed signs of promise. The original 9 holes had already been extended to 18 in 1914. The old clubhouse too was extended and modernised. Ryder Cup player, Jimmy Martin, was assistant pro there from 1948 – 1954. By the time their 1995 centenary year was celebrated Greystones Golf Club was already a suburb of Dublin completely surrounded by housing estates and developments.
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reystones golf club was a fishing village when founded in 1895. The Grand Hotel was built. The Burnaby Estate was being developed and the Dublin, Wicklow and Wexford Railway Company were showing a commercial interested in the area. Like all golf clubs at the time it was very exclusive. The Great War saw most
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Today Greystones Golf Club has a huge membership, somewhere in the region of 1,100 players according to Angus Murray, a 13 handicap golfer. He is the club’s manager. The 1,100 players are made up mainly of men and women with the remainder coming from the younger cohort of players. The club is particularly proud of the high number of single figure players. Pride of place in this group belongs to Irish International, Paul Dunne. He is a + 2.5 handicap. Given his talent he will inevitably come under the Walker Cup radar. The Walker Cup is the amateur equivalent to the Ryder Cup. Watch out for this unique talent.
THE clUB PRo Very recently I had the pleasure of playing a round of golf at this beautiful course with Karl Holmes, the professional there for the last ten years. He is endowed with a beautiful, graceful swing that would be the envy of any young aspiring golfer embarking on a career in this sport. Karl is a very likeable and friendly person – he has a great reputation at the club and is extremely popular with the members. He runs the pro shop, gives individual and group lessons to members of the club and is also involved at grass root level in organising and overseeing along with management a number of charity events at this venue. In addition to his club commitments Karl, along with his assistant
golfreview professional golfer, Marian Riordan, has just recently taken over the responsible mantle of running the very successful and revamped local driving range in Greystones. Part of Karl’s golf clinics incorporates learning the theory of this wonderful game that so many people play. He imparts the knowledge at lesson time and the enthusiasts carry this to the range under his guidance where they put all they learnt under his guidance into practice. It is rather unique having a female assistant at Greystones. Marion has her own professional pedigree. She took up golf at the age of 16 and went on to get a handicap of +1 over a short period. In 2007 she was number one amateur in Ireland and decided to turn pro at the end of that year. Her first tour event was the Ladies’ Irish Open at Portmarnock Links in 2008. She was the first lady to qualify for the Irish P.G.A. Championship at the European Club near Brittas Bay in 2009. The ladies at Greystones are particularly delighted with her at the club.
cHAllENGiNG HolES Greystones golf course opens with a testing par three 160 metres – about 170 yards in earlier golfing parlance. Karl’s tee shot veered a little left of target ending up in very tangly rough that exponents of the game don’t like to encounter. His skill showed when he played a superb flick of a wedge to within ‘gimmie’ distance of the hole. Yours truly hit the leaves of a nearby tree before coming to rest a long way from the target and in similar rough to the pro. I was more than fortunate to find the green with my explosion shot. A severe, downhill-putt was some fifteen feet away. Having read the contours and line as they do on the television I hit the putt a firm rap and watched anxiously as it hit the very centre of the cup popping upwards for seconds before deciding, fortunately, to drop vertically into the hole. Had it missed I would have faced a return effort of more than twenty feet uphill. Ecstatic at managing a par three score
and realised the route taken by the birds was not that to be taken by us mortals. I ended up with a cricket score. I should have listened to Karl’s advice from the start: course management is the key to success at Greystones.
I walked off the green nonchalantly as if this were my normal game but feeling really chuffed that I scored the same as the expert. It wasn’t long before Karl’s professionalism shone through leaving me in the halfpenny place. Although not a particularly long course the layout is very challenging. There are dog leg holes left and right together with some narrow meandering fairways flanked by tall trees that make huge demands on your short and long iron shots. The first nine holes on one side of the roadway adjacent to the course have a linksy feeling to it. The seventh is a case in point. We played the entire course from the blue tees which make every hole longer and more difficult. This motivates you to play your very best golf. As with a links course you may encounter some gorse – normally a nice sight in summertime - but when presented as a hazard like we discovered at the 7th golfers will very definitely shun and avoid it at all costs. Otherwise you pay the price by adding penalty strokes to your score. It is around here you approach the summit of the course with its breathtaking views in all directions and panorama of nature’s delights. The 9th hole is a relatively short par 5. However, do not be put off by the shortness of the hole. It is a very well designed one that incorporates a dog leg left to right route all uphill to the eventual green. The exceptionally good golfer can decide on a short cut, the aerial route to the right over tall beckoning trees. I was adventurous
Redemption was at hand at the 10th. This is a long 405 metres (445 yards). At your peril you must avoid the short cut left that offers a risk and reward result. Many players try this short route only to discover their drive is too short prompting the shot to visit the woods dark and deep. I was a good learner. I played the long conventional route that resulted in a very acceptable one over par 5 for me.
THE 17TH - A FEATURE HolE There are so many great holes here at Greystones. One that figures in my list is the tough 17th. This is a lengthy 350 metre one (380 yards). Again it is a slight dog leg left to a generously sized green that is seriously guarded by a threatening water hazard. Tee shots from both of us were negotiated successfully. I was easily tempted to get home in two and hit my favourite 4 iron with that in mind. I was greedy and paid the ultimate price by finding a watery grave. I ignored all the sound professional advice beforehand. There are many lessons about life to be learnt from this humbling game. Advice is one. Humility is another and foolhardiness is a third. If only I could play that same hole all over again! Some holes have been highlighted. There are many more. A round here is a must especially followed by a bite to eat in the restaurant that has been recommended by the many visitors who regularly return.
Visitors and societies welcome - membership open Mr Angus Murray, General Manager, Greystones Golf Club, Whitshed Road, Greystones, Co. Wicklow. Phone 01 287 4136.
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BBQ Time! Barbecue season is well and truly upon us and thankfully the weather – for the most part – is doing its bit to ensure that we have ideal BBQ weather here in the Garden County! Not only is a barbecue an excellent excuse to spend some time outdoors with family and friends but it can also offer some much needed respite for your wallet. Cooking for large groups BBQ-style can be surprisingly economical when compared to going out for a meal. Firstly though, it is important to ensure that you have the correct kit to do things properly. Obviously, the most important piece of equipment is the barbecue itself. You might be lucky enough to already possess a functioning, hygienic outdoor barbecue and that’s great news if you do. But given the general wet, windy and overcast weather conditions that are – more often than not – prevalent on the Emerald Isle then there is a good chance that you haven’t bothered to invest in a proper barbecue (which can be far from cheap!) or, if you have, it is a decent bet that it is not in tip-top shape owing of course to lack of use and being subjected to the aforementioned adverse weather. So that leaves you with the choice of procuring a disposable barbecue, which, when everything is factored in can prove to be the far wiser and cheaper option. Once you have the equipment sorted it is time to worry about the food that you are going to prepare, in particular the meat. If you are looking to have that authentic barbecue experience than the best advice is to pay a visit to your local butcher who
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can advise you about selecting the finest cuts of meat. Robert Cullen is a third-generation butcher from Wicklow town and owns Cullen Butchers, The Mall. He has some excellent tips when it comes to cooking meat on a barbecue this summer: cleAning the grill The first step is to clean the grill grate itself. Try using an onion cut in half to help with this. Turn on or light the BBQ and wait until it reaches cooking temperature. Then cut the onion in half and, using a fork, rub the onion up and down the rack. It removes all of the grease from your previous outing and adds a nice flavour when cooking meat.
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eating&drinking Selecting the right cuts of meat Allow time for the barbecue to heat to maximum. The charcoal must be grey. It is very important to allow the proper time for the food to cook. To get the best results one should select highquality beef cuts; aged Sirloin, Striploin and Ribeye would be recommended in particular and aged beef ensures tenderness. Cooking procedure Marinating and seasoning will add a great flavour to your meat. Ensure that the grill grate is between three and six inches from the coals. Make sure that you have the right tools before you begin. Use a tongs, not a fork as this will put holes in the meat that allow juices to escape and dry the meat out. Turn the meat only once when cooking as it will lose juices each time you turn. Make sure the meat is cooked thoroughly and evenly. Finally, let your steak rest allowing the juices to settle for a tender result. Following in the spirit of the season Chef Sauce have launched an enticing summer promotion aimed specifically at barbecuers. Best known for their trademark ‘zingy’ Ketchup and Brown Sauce Chef are offering would-be
barbecuers the chance to win €10,000 cash through their ‘Eat is On’ campaign. Other prizes include an authentic Chef Barbecue experience in the winner’s home and 200 barbecue sets. If you’re thinking of having a barbecue then you should definitely enter. To enter simply text CHEF along with your name to 53150. To find out more and to enter online visit www.theeatison.ie. Last but certainly not least, a key consideration when deciding to fire up the barbecue is of course food safety and Robert Cullen also has some important advice with regard to food hygiene: • During preparation never allow raw meat to come into contact with any other foods. • Use separate cutting boards and wash them thoroughly in warm soapy water after use. • Always have a clean plate to put cooked foods on – never put them back on the raw meat plate. • Use separate utensils for raw and cooked meat. • Wash your hands and food preparation surfaces regularly. • Keep uncooked food in the fridge until you are ready to barbecue it.
Marinated Grilled Chicken Ingredients (serves 4): 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts ¼ cup spicy mustard 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons Chef BBQ sauce 1 drop Tabasco sauce ½ teaspoon tarragon powder ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper Preparation: Step 1: Combine all ingredients except the chicken and mix well. Step 2: Roll the chicken in the marinade and thoroughly coat all sides. Refrigerate in a resealable bag or covered glass dish for 15-20 minutes. Step 3: Grill on a low-to-medium heat for 15 minutes. Turn regularly when cooking and ensure that the meat is cooked thoroughly before serving.
Grilled Burger Ingredients (serves 4): 450 grams lean minced beef 4 slices Swiss cheese 1 tablespoon Chef BBQ sauce 4 burger buns 4 slices red onion 4 leaves curly lettuce 4 slices beef tomato ¼ teaspoon each of sea salt, fresh ground pepper and garlic powder Preparation: Step 1: Mix salt, pepper and garlic powder thoroughly together with beef. Add Chef BBQ sauce and mix once more. Step 2: Divide meat into 4 equal parts and use hands to gently form into patties. Step 3: Cook burgers for approximately 4 minutes PER SIDE for medium, checking that centres are a minimum of 71°C . Step 4: Add cheese to top of patties and place buns face down on grill and leave for 1-2 minutes to allow cheese to gently melt and buns to lightly toast. Step 5: Remove from grill, top with red onion and serve.
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eating&drinking May of 2007 and, since the outset, has prided itself on sourcing high-quality ingredients for its visitors, both locals and those who are passing through. Indeed, all vegetables are organic and are provided by The Gold River Farm in Ashford. Furthermore, fresh meat and poultry is sourced from Dowling Brothers butchers – located just a stone’s throw away – in the village.
Gourmet Greystones will feature a variety of cooking demonstrations from award-winning chefs gourmet greYStoneS eVent Perfect your culinary expertise and celebrate fine food at the Gourmet Greystones Event on Sunday, 5th of September. Gourmet Greystones is a celebration of the restaurants, cafes and gourmet food outlets located throughout the town. The day will feature cooking demonstrations from celebrity chefs including Derry Clarke from L’Ecrivain, founding Euro-toques member John Howard of Le Coq Hardi, Catherine Fulvio from Ballyknocken House and Sunil Ghai of Ananda – Food & Wine Chef of the Year 2009. They will all perform live cooking demonstrations during the day on the main street in Greystones. All demonstrations will be hosted by local chef Jeff Norman outside his restaurant, Backstage@
Bels. Food outlets taking apart in this celebration of local cuisine include: Backstage@Bels, Vino Pasta, Bochellis and The Happy Pear. the AVocA gArden cAfe mount uSher gArdenS Situated in the courtyard of the picturesque Mount Usher Gardens in Ashford, The Avoca Garden Cafe provides the perfect environment for a leisurely meal while absorbing the relaxing atmosphere provided by the backdrop of the gardens themselves. The trademark dishes on the entirely home-produced menu – which is regularly updated – are the Avoca Fish Pie and the Avoca Burger, both of which are extremely popular. The Garden Cafe opened for business in
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The Garden Cafe is open seven days a week from 10am for breakfast and from 12.30pm for lunch. In addition, for the remainder of August the cafe will remain open until 9pm on Friday and Saturday for dinner reservations. For bookings call 0404 40116.
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A Word from Catherine admit that I absolutely adore the peace and quiet of my organic vegetable and herb gardens. If I were to offer you one piece of advice it would be to grow your own and shop locally when possible. Not many shoppers get to speak with the farmer who grows the carrots they plan to cook or know where the ingredients are sourced when buying a loaf of bread. Keep a lookout for local markets, fish vans, delis and farm stalls. There are quite a few now in Wicklow and we could always welcome a few more! Don’t be shy to ask the owners about their products. I promise they’ll welcome your interest. Grow your own herbs even on the kitchen window ledge. Rosemary and thyme do very well in amongst the roses and daisies. Purchase the correct gardening equipment, remember it doesn’t have to be expensive, empty tins are great for planting herbs. Just remember to make holes in the bottom for drainage. Start with easy to grow plants and herbs, such as lettuce, chives, tomatoes and scallions all suit a window box. Select varieties that your family will enjoy for salads and cooking. Get the children to help you plant. Remember to water, especially in the warmer weather.
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ballyknockenhouse WickloW lAMB, SloW cookED WiTH WHiTE WiNE Of course, living on a sheep farm, I had to include slow cooked Wicklow Lamb. We have superb butchers here in Wicklow and we must support them as well as the local farmers. They contribute a great deal to the community, jobs and preservation of the environment. This is an easy recipe – as an alternative use a good quality red wine instead of white and thyme and chives instead of the rosemary. The chutney is equally delicious with duck. Serves 4
McDoNNEllS FARM YoGHURT PANNA coTTA This is my family’s favourite dessert especially with strawberries that are grown in our cookery school gardens and are so easily available during the summer here in Ireland. We make strawberry and cinnamon jam to serve for breakfast and the guests always want to buy a jar. Serves 4 > 185ml cream > 55g caster sugar > ½ vanilla bean – split lengthways
> 4 large Wicklow lamb gigot chops
> 1 ½ leaves gelatine
> 4 cloves of garlic, sliced
> 250g McDonnells Farm yoghurt
> 1 head of garlic, cut horizontally > ½ bottle dry white wine > Butter & olive oil, for browning lamb > Large bunch of rosemary (or thyme) > Salt & pepper
Preheat the oven to 160C / Gas 3
Place the cream and sugar in a saucepan over a medium heat. Using the point of a knife, scrape the vanilla bean seeds into the saucepan before adding the entire bean. Stir until the sugar is dissolved, then just bring to the boil before removing from the heat. Remove the vanilla bean.
Melt the butter in a frying pan and add the olive oil. Salt and pepper the lamb. Add the garlic and the rosemary to the frying pan to flavour the oil or butter. Then, pan-fry the lamb to brown on both sides. Transfer to a baking dish, adding the garlic halves.
Soak gelatine in cold water until soft. Squeeze out the excess water and drop the gelatine into the hot cream mixture and whisk until dissolved. Add the yoghurt and whisk until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve and divide between four 125ml ramekins. Cover with clingfilm and chill for at least three hours or until set. Serve with strawberries in balsamic.
Heat the wine and pour over the lamb. Cover with foil and place in the oven to slow cook for 45 minutes - 1hour or until the meat is meltingly tender.
tip: Try panna cotta infused with lemongrass served with an apricot compote or an espresso pannacotta with a chocolate drizzle.
Remove the meat from the oven and keep warm. Set the garlic halves aside also. Strain the wine and juices into a saucepan, squeezing the juices from the rosemary and garlic skins. Heat the juices and thicken with roux, to the desired consistency. Test for seasoning. Serve with mint and apple chutney, the roasted garlic and garnish with rosemary.
STRAWBERRiES iN BAlSAMic > 300g fresh strawberries, hulled > 3 tbsp brown sugar > Pinch salt
FRESH MiNT, oNioN AND APPlE cHUTNEY
> 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
> 3 cups, gently packed with fresh mint leaves > 2 medium sized onions, coarsely chopped > 1 large cooking apple, peeled, cored and sliced > Juice of a half of a lime > 2 tablespoons sugar > a half teaspoon salt Process all the ingredients in a food processor until finely chopped. Taste and add additional salt and/or sugar if needed. The chutney is best served fresh but it does keep for up to two days in the fridge.
About two hours before serving time, toss the strawberries with the brown sugar, salt and vinegar in a large mixing bowl. Toss a couple of times during chilling. Drain and serve with the yogurt panna cotta.
Ballyknocken house & Cookery School Glenealy, Co Wicklow info@thecookeryschool.ie www.thecookeryschool.ie
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ArkloW mAritime muSeum Situated in the Bridgewater Centre, Arklow, the Maritime Museum is a treasure trove of ship-builders models, half models, plans and a unique collection of eight paintings of Arklow sailing ships by the artist Ruben Chappell. The Museum boasts a poignant display of letters to friends and families from the seamen onboard the ‘Dundonald’, the ill-fated ship that was wrecked off Disappointment Island in 1907. Also on show are trinkets which were brought home by seamen from their far-flung voyages over the years and these include paintings, photographs and models made by the men. After thirty years since it was first opened, the Arklow Maritime Museum continues to improves its facilities by adding new exhibitions and displays and the museum is open all year round. Well worth a visit! Bridgewater Centre, Arklow.
AS THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS DRAW TO A CLOSE AND FAMILIES THE LENGTH AND BREADTH OF IRELAND PREPARE FOR THE MUCH-DREADED BACK-TO-SCHOOL ROUTINE, IT MIGHT BE A CLEVER IDEA TO TAKE SOME TIME OFF AND BRING THE KIDDIES ON A LAST-MINUTE DAY OUT. IT’S AN EVEN BETTER IDEA TO PICK AN EDUCATIONAL TOUR THAT WILL PREPARE THEM FOR THE SCHOOL TERM AHEAD! THERE ARE PLENTY OF FUN TOURS TO BE FOUND AT THIS TIME OF YEAR, TAKE YOUR PICK FROM OUR FAVOURITES.
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the StrAffAn ButterflY fArm The Butterfly Farm at Straffan is the brainchild of Des and Iris Fox and has been open to the public since 1986. The exhibition introduces visitors to the world of butterflies that they possibly weren’t aware of, beforehand. Des and Iris are keen to educate children (and adults) about not only the wonderful world of butterflies, but also the great loss we experience with the continued destruction of rain forests and indeed, our own countryside.
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The exhibition at the Butterfly Farm is an indoor one so, whatever the weather, there’s fun to be had. And it really is fun; enjoy the magic and beauty of the various butterflies as they flutter overhead in the Tropical House, learn about the life cycle of these beautiful and varied creatures and discover the history of extinct Irish butterflies. The tour includes facts like the difference between a moth and a butterfly, how long a butterfly lives for, the meaning of their patterns and much more. Ovidstown, Straffan, Co Kildare Tel: 01 627 1109
ghoSt tourS And hogroASt meAlS At WickloW’S hiStoric gAol
night-time paranormal investigations in the ancient prison twice a month. The tours kick off at 9pm and top Irish psychics Louise Kings and Mike Fallon (aka the Sandman) introduce guests to ghost hunting equipment and identify the high energy points in the gaol. The tour then splits into three groups, each of which goes to a different location in the gaol to communicate with the spirits. Resident spirits include the little boy in the Schoolroom; Jack the Jailer tends to surface in the ancient replica of the prison ship that once transported prisoners to Australia; the child Grace is particularly present in a cell on the ground floor, while the monk goes up and down the stairs between the cells. The different groups then return to the café in the gaol to share their experiences and enjoy refreshments. The tour finishes at about 2am and costs €50 per person.
Wicklow has become internationally renowned for strange and startling events ever since the ghostly presences at Wicklow’s Historic Gaol revealed themselves. Indeed Wicklow Town has now become a hotspot for paranormal tourism with psychic mediums leading
The next tours take place on the 27th and 28th of August and the 10th and 24th of September. Unsurprisingly, the spirits’ favourite time
of year is Halloween and the gaol has launched a Halloween Horror Week running from the 22nd to the 31st of October with a host of diverse and unusual events. The week kicks off with a screening of the Ghost Hunters International investigation in Wicklow Gaol and includes a special event with renowned psychic medium Angie Freeland – “An Audience with Angie” on Thursday, 28th October. Angie picks up on spirit energies connected with members of the audience in the style of John Edward’s TV show, Crossing Over. The paranormal is not for everyone, however. Indeed Wicklow’s Historic Gaol is a central hub for anyone with an interest in Irish history. The gaol’s history spans the 1798 rebellion, the famine years and the War of Independence and Civil War. The Gaol is open all year round, seven days a week from 10.30am (11am Sundays) to 4.30pm with tours led by actors throughout the day. Once a month, visitors have the opportunity to step back in time and take part in an interactive tour and Hog Roast Meal in a traditional setting. Actors in full regalia stay in character throughout and put on mini theatrical performances, telling the tales of former inmates such as notorious United Irishman Billy Byrne. The next interactive Hog Roast evening takes place on Saturday, September 25th. For further information and to book: Web: www.wicklowshistoricgaol.com e-mail: tara@wicklowshistoricgaol. com tel: 0404 61599
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Teen THE ADORATION OF JENNA FOX Mary E Pearson Jenna Fox has just woken from a devastating coma, with no memory, at all. Slowly, she regains her memory, through videos of her life and the help of her grandmother. But, how did she survive the accident and what are her parents keeping from her? Why will they not let her go to school, and why does she feel so different? Set in a not-so-unbelievable future, where medical advances have had hugely consequential effects, this is a well-written, psychological and gripping thriller that you won’t want to put down.
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Laura is content enough with her marriage, two children and part-time job. That is, until a lover from her past comes back into her life. Suddenly, passion and excitement are rekindled, and she realises how different her life is to what she expected. Unknown to Laura, many others in her Sussex village are living with their own unresolved inner dramas. None of them guesses at each other’s crisis, yet every decision they take has an impact on those around them. In a series of interlinked short stories, the hidden longings of a large cast of characters interweave in a gripping plot that reveals ordinary life at its richest: comic and tragic, surprising and moving and brilliantly entertaining.
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Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick won the ‘2010 Bisto Award’ for her picture book There – this is her first novel for older readers.
The old Dublin Button Factory hides a secret. There, Jessie meets ‘G’, a boy who walks through walls but can’t remember his own name; old Mr Greenwood who was ‘as wide as a wardrobe and so tall the light bulb passed through his head’ and detectives Jason and Nat. There, she also learns about the ‘Timecatcher’, a swirling, powerful Magic, which opens only every seven years to reveal the past, both good and bad, in a jumble of days. Now, the ‘Timecatcher’ is about to open and there are those who will go to any lengths to control it. Jessie and her friends both ghosts and human - must stop them, before it’s too late. A ghostly adventure, full of humour, surprise and charming antics!
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