In Wicklow March 2015 by Darren Coffey

March 2015 | Issue 36

Gardens

Great & Small Make the most of space

The Japanese Gardens at Powerscourt Estate, Wicklow

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Welcome to In Wicklow Magazine Spring time is very much in flow here in the gorgeous ‘garden of Ireland’ that is Co. Wicklow. It is now the perfect time to pull on your walking shoes and get out and about in all the fabulous gardens and walk ways that we are so lucky to have here in this great county of ours. In this month’s issue we have brought those very beautiful gardens to you, so you know exactly where you’ll be going and what you can expect to see in our ‘Spring Gardening’ article. Also included in this month’s issue we celebrate two main and important events that are happening: St. Patricks Day and Easter. We have all you need to know about the festivities that are happening around the county this ‘St. Patrick’s Day’. This Easter we have brought you events that are taking place to give your family the perfect day out or if staying at home we have included traditional recipes for you to enjoy. To finish as always we have this month’s pick of fashion, sports, cinema listings and DVD releases. We hope you enjoy & happy Reading from all here at In Wicklow Magazine. In Wicklow is distributed to homes & businesses in the greater Wicklow area each month.

St. Patrick’s Day in Co. Wicklow

Wicklow’s Finest Gardens

28. Wicklow’s Finest Gardens 2. News & Events

All the professionals you’ll need to help bring Spring into your garden this March.

We bring you all the reviews and up-dates from around your local community, including a rundown of events for you and all the family to enjoy.

30. Confirmation Dining Venues

12. St. Patricks Day,

Top venues to make sure your young lady/man have the confirmation day they deserve.

Full details of all the festivities, events & entertainment happening locally on the 17th.

36. Fashion Focus

18. Easter We bring you local events & activities happening around the county for the perfect day out & some simple traditional Easter recipes for you to enjoy.

24. Spring Gardening All the professionals you’ll need to help bring Spring into your garden this March.

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We continue to bring you our pick of the fashion that rocks the shops this Spring Season.

38. Sport Focus A look at some of the upcoming major sporting events for the coming month are covered right here from Barclays Premier League fixtures, upcoming boxing bouts, premier league darts, and the masters at Augusta.

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30 Confirmation Dining Venues

18 Easter

38 Sports Focus

40. Film Reviews We preview some of the latest blockbuster movies that will be hitting the big screen over the coming month.

41. DVD Releases We preview some of the latest movies that are available to rent or buy over the coming month from your local Xtra-Vision store.

42. Trades & Services, We provide a selection of local Trades & Services from all over your local community. We firmly believe in supporting & encouraging local businesses.

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News & Events

COUNTY WICKLOW ARTS CENTRE

Walk the Line is a fund-raising event for the Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team and takes place on Saturday 28th March 2015, starting mid afternoon and running in to the night. The event consists of two route options; a 30Km loop to the Hell fire Club from Lamb Doyles and back or the shorter 15Km Lamb Doyles to Hell Fire club, with a shuttle bus to bring you back to Lamb Doyles. “Walk the Line” aims to cater for both the seasoned hill-walkers and also those walkers who want to give the hills a try with a super route around the Dublin Mountains. With this in mind we are offering the option of being guided along the route by Rescue Team members or self navigation for the more adventurous among you. Either way you will have the opportunity to see Dublin laid out below you at night from the unique vantage point of the Dublin Mountains. Registration is only €25 and we ask that each participant then raise €75 for the team. Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team. Roundwood Rescue Base, Roundwood Garda Station, Co. Wicklow Email: team@walktheline.ie Visit: www.walktheline.ie

Clara Lara Fun Park! The park is open 10.30 – 18.00 Easter Bank Holiday and weekends throughout May and daily from 1 June until 31 August. Clara Lara Fun Park Wicklow is a unique outdoor adventure Park in dedicated to providing healthy and creative fun for families and groups of children. There is a lot here for all active ages in the 30 acres of beautiful countryside in the Avonmore River valley with tree houses, Tarzan swings, rope bridges, rowing boats, water slides, rafts, canoes and junior go-carts. The lakes are all man made with a flat gravel bottom and approximately 2 feet deep.

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Mary Poppins Saturday 28th March / Time: 14:00 / Ticket: €5 / Cinema A special Easter holiday treat for all the family, come along and enjoy the magic of this family classic from 1964 on the big screen! Mary Poppins is the story of a mysterious nanny who magically appears at the Banks household in Edwardian London to care for Jane and Michael Banks. Adventure abounds as she whisks them away to meet dancing chimney sweeps, shopkeepers and an array of colourful characters. Featuring well known songs A Spoonful of Sugar, Feed the Birds, and Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious. We will have you singing in your seats and dancing home.

Don Baker & Clara Rose Saturday 28th March / Time: 20:00 / Tickets: €20 / Music Legendary Irish singer, songwriter, guitarist and harmonica player Don Baker returns to Mermaid. This time he has teamed up with emerging vocalist and songwriter, Clara Rose. Clara Rose has been writing and performing her original music for 10 years and featured on Don’s 2013 album My Songs, My Friends. On the other hand, the man affectionately known as The Don became a professional musician in 1973. It will be an unforgettable show featuring collaborations from their new album of blues and home-grown country roots.

Why not have a go on the breathtaking Aqua Shuttle, the biggest water slide in Ireland. For the less energetic there are mini golf and miles of hill walking through the spectacular countryside. There is also a junior playground. They have a picnic restaurant serving burgers, chips, sandwiches, ice cream, teas and coffee etc. Also there are extensive riverside picnic areas and barbecues and you are welcome to bring your own picnics.

Main Street – Bray – Wicklow. Telephone: 01 272 4030 www.mermaidartscentre.ie Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 10am6pm, 10am-8pm on performing days

Forgotten (Fishamble: The New Play Company) Wednesday 1st April / Time: 20:00 / Tickets: €18 / Theatre Flor wants to bath himself. Dora wants her chowder now. Gustus wants his house back. Eucharia wants to make an announcement… Forgotten is a solo piece of theatre which reveals the interconnecting stories of four elderly people, living in retirement homes and care facilities around Ireland, who range in age from 80 to 100 years old. Pat Kinevane is an immensely powerful performer and he brings to life these sometimes forgotten voices of society in a real, hopeful and touching way. The show is toured by the award-winning Fishamble: The New Play Company who are now in their seventh year of touring Forgotten in Ireland and abroad. ‘Flawless performance…aches with life’ - Evening Herald

Foil Arms and Hog Saturday 11th April / Time: 20:00 / Tickets: €12 / Theatre-Comedy Dubbed by the critics as a ‘powerhouse of sketch comedy’, Foil Arms and Hog have recently completed a world tour, have over 4 million hits on Youtube and have sold out six years running at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Now they’re coming to Mermaid for one night only. Come along and you’ll find out what happens at an Irish intervention for a boy who doesn’t drink, you’ll see the self-indulgent La Bullshat theatre group, and you’ll meet Christian Rockers God Vibrations. Fantastically bizarre and deliriously funny, it’s sketch comedy at its best.

Family Fun Tip:

The Park is not suitable for groups with children above the age of 12 years: Admission will be refused to anyone over this age. Dogs are no longer permitted in the Clara Lara Fun Park Wicklow. BRING OLD SHOES, TOWELS AND A CHANGE OF CLOTHES. YOU ARE GOING TO GET WET!!

The Bridge Restaurant

Saturday Night Special

Jakes Bar Overlooking Laragh Bridge & the Glenmacnass River our candle lit dining room with its open fire sets the mood in our Bridge restaurant at Lynham’s Hotel. Our rustic style menu is freshly prepared using locally sourced Wicklow produce.

• 1 Nights Luxurious Accommodation with Full Irish Breakfast • 3 Course Dinner for 2 people in our Bridge Restaurant • Live Music in Jake’s Olde World Bar.

Why not have a drink in Jake’s bar originally founded in 1776, it was taken over by the Lynham Family over 30 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 and have the craic.

• Only €75.00 per person sharing

Live Music Weekend Special • 2 Nights Luxurious Accommodation with Full Irish Breakfast. • 1 Evening Meal Main Course in Jake’s Bar.(Steak Supplement applies) • From only €139.00 per person sharing

March 14th - Mr Meaner March 21st - Toxic Twins March 28th - Abhainn Dubh April 4th - Thunderbird April 5th - Live Music April 11th - Big Muddy April 18th - The Whole Hog April 25th - New Addition

Our famous carvery is open daily for lunch and serves a selection of hot dishes including our house speciality “Biddy’s Guinness Beef Stew” along with our roast of the day. 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.

Contact Us: Phone: +353 404-45345 / email: info@lynhamsoflaragh.ie Address: Lynham’s Hotel, Laragh, County Wicklow, Ireland

News & Events

Events at Powerscourt

Easter Egg Hunt

Spring Launch at Powerscourt Garden Pavilion

Date: Sunday 5th April / Time – 10.30am

Date: 22nd Mar / 12:00 - 17:00 / Cost: Complimentary Join us for a relaxed afternoon to launch Spring in style at Powerscourt Garden Pavilion. We are delighted to invite our customers to our newly redecorated store with new and exciting product ranges we know you will love. Our customers will enjoy exclusive discounts on all plants and selected barbecues and furniture for one day only. Offers includes: 15% off Summer Flowering Bulbs, Seed potatoes, Onion and Garlic Sets. Buy 1, get second 1/2 price on Shrubs and Houseplants, 10% off Pottery. Get in the spring mood surrounded by plants bursting with colour, bulbs and seeds ripe for planting, beautiful Easter decorations and the latest in home décor. Enjoy meeting a wide range of suppliers from Powerscourt Garden Pavilion and sampling some delicious treats! Powerscourt Garden Pavilion has everything you need to start spring in style. We look forward to seeing you there.

Spring Photography Walk Date: 28th March / Time: 10:00 - 13:00 / Cost: €10 Join awardwinning Landscape and Nature photographer Fran Byrne for a guided spring photography

To kick off the Season, the Gardens open on Easter weekend.

walk through the beautiful Powerscourt Gardens in Enniskerry, County Wicklow. It is a great opportunity to get out and about with your camera, meet new people, discuss all things photography and enjoy the grounds at Powerscourt. Spring is a great time to enjoy a leisurely stroll through the gardens and capture the first buds and blooms of the year as the gardens fill with colour again once more. The walk is open to all levels of photographers. Bring along your camera and a sense of adventure! This event is suitable for adults only.

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Tickets will be available from the 23rd of March. Southern Cross, Bray, Co. Wicklow Tel: 01-2863405 / Email: info@killruddery.com

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Hop’ n Hunt Date: 6th April / Time: 14:30 / Cost: Annual Member Adult - €3, Annual Member Child - €3, Family Ticket - €25 (2 adults & 3 children), Adult Ticket - €8.50, Child - €5.00, Child Ticket (under 3) – Free. Hop along to Powerscourt’s Walled Gardens this Easter and join Imaginosity, Dublin Children’s Museum in this interactive storytelling performance of The Easter Bunny! This fun Easter experience is suitable for all the family and includes a hunt for hidden clues that the Easter Bunny has left for you to find! Suitable for children aged 3-10. Tickets include entry to Powerscourt Gardens for children to explore 47 acres of grounds after the event.

W: www powerscourt.ie/events T: (01) 204 6000 4

On Easter Sunday, 5th of April, we will throw open the whole Garden to Picnics, providing little picnic spots for your Family Easter Celebrations throughout the Gardens and for little people we will host an Easter Egg Hunt in the Angles! Fingers crossed for April Sunshine!

The Covers

Date: 20/03/2015, Time: 00:30

The Covers are an indie rock cover band who you might recognise as the wedding band from the hilarious Irish film, The Stag. With songs from the likes of Arctic Monkeys, The Beatles, The Clash and much more, you won’t want to miss this gig!

Beatclub

Date: 27/03/2015, Time: 00:30

BeatClub are a six piece band whose members have played alongside Bob Dylan, Neil Young, The Kinks and more. Playing constantly together for over 7 years now BeatClub have built their reputation with an eclectic set of defining A-side singles from the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s, played with faithful reverence to these classic originals while maintaining the energy and vitality of real fans.

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News & Events

Painting Valuation Day Date: Sunday March 22nd After the success of our Painting Valuation Day at Russborough in August 2014 hosted by Christie’s of London, we are revisiting this important theme by sharing some of the top secrets of how you yourself can ‘Spot a fake’ hosted by our friends from Sothebys. Given the walls of Russborough’s historic rooms have adorned some of the most famous paintings in the world, it is a skill that would not be unwelcomed in such stunning surroundings. Why not come and experience an award winning Guided House Tour and find out where some of the most valuable and famous paintings were showcased in Russborough before developing the educational eye of a master to your skill set prior to your departure from this stunning Palladian mansion nettled in the foothills of the Wicklow mountatins! Now that would be a unique day worth experiencing in the Spring so why not add Sunday 22nd of March to your diary for Spring 2015! Russborough House, Blessington, Co Wicklow. Tel: 045 – 865 239. Email: events@russborough.ie Web: www.russborough.ie

North Wicklow Country Market Mar 21st, 28th & Apr 4th @ 10:30 – 12:30

North Wicklow Country Market has been in existence for over 38 years and is a member of Country Markets Limited which have over 60 markets in Ireland.

All products at the market are produced locally by members and these include cakes, biscuits, delicatessen fare, bread, vegetables, eggs, jams marmalades and chutneys, flowers and plants, crafts and knitwear, greeting cards, pictures and jewellery. The market is held every Saturday from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. in the Community Centre in Newcastle Village. Tea and coffee is available. Newcastle Village Community

Centre, Newcastle Tel: 086 – 870 8517 / 087 – 395 8831.

Taking place at the Parkview Hotel on Sunday March 29th, tickets for the Gavin Glynn Foundation fundraising night of dance agus craic are now available.

With the dance partners now teamed up, and in deep, deep training for the big night, Strictly From The Movies should prove to be a night of glorious twirls, pirouettes, cha-cha, pas de basque, jazz hands and stunning coccyx balance. And a few unexpected twists, turns and pratfalls.

Demonstration of Mediumship Date: March 20th, 2015 @ 7:30 pm Venue: Wicklow’s Historic Gaol Cost: €15.00

Join us for this wonderful opportunity to experience, first hand, messages of comfort and guidance passed from loved ones in spirit to those within the audience, in a comfortable and relaxed group setting..

With renowned Psychic Medium - Mary Edwards

For further information see: www.wicklowshistoricgaol.com or call 0404 – 61599.

Soccer Sisters Easter Camps - Arklow Town FC Contact: Course: Start Date: Venue: Address: Times: Cost: 6

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Alan Reynolds on 086 041 8726 Email: alan.reynolds@fai.ie Soccer Sisters Easter Camps 30th March 2015 Arklow Town FC Arklow, Co. Wicklow Monday 30th March 10.00am - 2.00pm Tuesday 31st March 10.00am - 2.00pm €20.00

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News & Events

Tinakilly Country House Antiques Fair & Contemporary Art Exhibition! Tinakilly Country House are delighted to be holding our inaugural Antiques Fair & Contemporary Art Exhibition in our Great Eastern Pavilion and Main House on Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th March 2015, from 10am to 5pm each day.

This will be the ideal destination for antique & art lovers with over 20 hand-picked stalls selling just some of the following items: Furniture – Mirrors – Irish Silver-Jewellery – Antique Waterford Crystal – Graham Knuttel artwork – Coins/Bank Notes – Vintage Toys and Train Sets – Vintage Records – Books – Pre1920s Porcelain – Vintage Clothing & Accessories – Plus bring your own Antiques for Valuations! Indulge your passion for antiques and immerse yourself in a world of nostalgia and history. Entry: €3.00 per person. All proceeds from the door to be divided between the Simon Community & Dominican College Wicklow’s school of St. Jude Tanzania fund.

Wicklow Rovers Football Club! The club are running an Easter Soccer Fun Camp, it starts on Tuesday the 7th of April and runs through to Friday the 10th of April. The camp will run from 10 am to 2 pm daily, each participant will receive a ball at the start of the camp and a medal on the last day. The cost of the camp is €40, there are discounts for two or more kids from the same family. Registration forms can be got from any committee member or through any of the team managers. Alternatively you can private message here on the club Facebook page.

Kippure Estate

Wedding open Day! April 12th from 12pm-6pm Come and visit our estate, which is surrounded by the wild and beautiful Wicklow Mountains, where we host numerous weddings all year round. You will be able to see the areas for ceremonies, pictures, the reception rooms and accommodation for yourself, and find out more about our wedding packages while you are here. Complimentary fruit punch and canapés on the day.

BRAY 10KM CLIFF RUN 4 APRIL 2015 Take in the spectacular cliff top views over Dublin bay bathed in the evening April sun! The perfect race to kick start your season. 10km Course along a coastal path

The route starts with a run along Greystones beach then on to the start on the cliff path. The land drops off below you to the Irish sea with expansive views of the Dublin coastline. You finish on the Bray promenade after completing a length of Bray beach.

Trail Run

Cross sandy beaches, a small amount of sealed road and then onto the rough trail along the cliffs. This is not a sealed trail and is uneven underfoot. The final

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stretch is along a stoney beach.

THE COURSE: THE 10KM CLIFF TOP TRAIL RUN

Stage 1: You will start the run at the far end of Greystones beach, make your way along the shore line to the start of the cliff path. Stage 2: You will follow the train lines back to Bray while experiencing the stunning and dramatic views along the steep cliffs into the Irish sea. You will cover a number of terrains including beaches, footpaths and the firm rough track along the cliff. Stage 3: The race will finish at the Bandstand on Bray Promenade after the final run along the beach itself. This beach is a stone beach so is very uneven underfoot.

Registration on 4 April (15:30 – 16:50) Race start times: Wave 1 - 17:50 and Wave 2 18:00

Cost:

€23pp Until 15:00 3rd April 2015; €33pp On the day (cash only) 4th April 2015 All online prices shown exclude €4.50 booking fee There is an after-race party (need we say anymore).

The Bridge Tavern

A place to Eat, Drink & Stay for over 300 years Winner of Best Eating Establishment in Wicklow. Delicious bistro and gastro pub food. Friendly staff, newly renovated premises in Wicklow Town. Warm, inviting atmosphere. Our menus are dedicated to taste and presentation. Traditional dishes take on a modern twist, giving you a visual delight and a taste sensation. Only the best quality ingredients, sourced locally are used. Setting a high standard for restaurant and gastro pub food in the Garden County, Wicklow.

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News & Events The best view of the garden After walking through Tower Valley you will reach Lord Londonderry’s stone seat, perched high above the Japanese Garden. This spot was a favourite retreat of Lord Londonderry, and you can enjoy the same views he did, many years ago. The Japanese Garden was laid out over 100 years ago in 1908 by the 8th Viscount and Viscountess Powerscourt on reclaimed bogland to the south of Triton Lake.

The symbolism of the garden The Japanese Garden looks wonderful in spring when the azaleas are in full bloom and their blossoms perfume the air, and in autumn with the vibrant colours of the Japanese maples. Stone lanterns guide you through the winding paths of the garden, bringing you to its innermost circle. Here you will find a Pagoda and a trickling stream under pretty Japanese bridges. The next circle is marked by a ring of Chinese Fortune Palms, which have been cultivated in China and Japan for thousands of years and were first brought to

A peaceful and tranquil oriental garden @ Powerscourt

Europe in 1830. The upper circle provides stunning views of the Japanese Garden and the Sugar Loaf Mountain in the distance. There is a beautiful concept behind each of these circles: working inwards, we discover our inner selves; working outwards and upwards we gain greater knowledge of the world around us.

The Grotto Take your loved one and go to one of the oldest features of Powerscourt gardens, next to the Japanese Garden. This is an elaborate grotto dating from the 1st Viscount’s garden in

1740. An air of 18th century romance still pervades here, with its secret pathways and romantic atmosphere. The grotto is made from fossilized sphagnum moss, taken from the banks of the nearby river Dargle. Listen to the sounds of water trickling down the grotto’s moss covered walls – it is truly refreshing! Before you leave the Japanese garden, toss a coin into the wishing well for good luck!

Powerscourt Estate, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow / Tel: 01-2046000 / Email: info@powerscourt.net

MUSIC COMPETITION Colaiste Bhride Carnew Create Environmental Anthem to Compete in The PURE Music Competition. Students from Colaiste Bhride Carnew are the latest Wicklow Secondary School now competing in a new Environmental Music Programme established by the Pure (Protecting Uplands and Rural Environments) Project, entitled, PURE MUSIC, which is offering young Wicklow musicians the opportunity of winning a professional recording session to record their original music composition. Pure Music Environmental Training Programme is a two day environmental/music training programme that introduces par-

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ticipants to important environmental issues that are related to The Pure Project, e.g., illegal dumping, litter, fly-tipping, recycling, pollution, environment, all through the medium of music. Then with the guidance of the Pure Project, and in collaboration with professional musicians, Muso, participants learn about song writing, music composition and music production, culminating in the creation and recording of an original song. Each song also includes an accompanying music video documenting the students’ progression during the training programme, the concept development stages, lyric writing, rehearsals, performance, and recording session.

Two secondary schools from county Wicklow, Gaelcholaiste na Mara in Arklow, and Colaiste Bhride in Carnew, have already penned their new songs and along with another four schools from South Dublin and DunLaoghaire they will be vying for the prize of one a day professional recording session at the Temple Lane Studios in Dublin where acts such as, Snow Patrol, Kanye West, Rihanna and Morrisey have recorded. The Colaiste Bhride music track, ‘We’re Throwing Their Lives Away’, went live on the PURE website last week and within 24 hours had 2,000 views. Commenting on Pure Music Ian Davis of Pure stated: ‘Pure Music has already been a great success but we wanted to add another dimension to the programme. The competition involves six schools writing six original music tracks based on Environmental Themes. The winning song/video will be based on 2 aspects, the group who gets

the most hits/views, but also the judge’s decision. Judges will be comprised of a representative from Pure, The PURE Music Facilitator (Kenn from Muso) and renowned Irish musician, Dave Hingerty, who has played with The Frames, Josh Ritter, The Swell Season, and most recently he worked with Irish band Kila who wrote the original music score for the this years Oscar nominated feature animation, ‘Song of the Sea’, - he is also the founder of the Irish Drum Academy’. The winner of PURE Music will be announced in July at the launch of the PURE Multi Media Awareness Exhibition in The Courthouse Arts Centre Tinahely with the winning group recording their track in the Dublin studio in September.

To view the music videos log on to www.pureproject.ie and click on The Pure Music section.

Funded by The Department of Environment Community and Local Government PURE was established to combat illegal dumping/ fly-tipping in the Wicklow/Dublin Uplands. The project was officially launched in September 2006. Since the establishment of the PURE project, the lo-call-phone-line 1850 365 121, and the PURE office, have received over 6,600 reports of illegal dumping resulting in the collection over 6,400 individual dumping sites and the removal of approximately 2,188 tonnes of rubbish from the landscape. If you were to put all of this rubbish into standard household rubbish bags you would fill over 311,000 bags. If you lined up each of the bags that PURE has removed from the uplands they would stretch over 300 kilometres in length, which is longer than a journey from Glendalough to Cork City. The project also established a number of initiatives to create awakenings of illegal dumping. One such project is The PURE Mile competition which encourages communities in Wicklow to keep a mile stretch of road (approx. 1.6 km), and the immediate environment litter/rubbish free. At present over 30 communities and people living in rural areas are extremely busy cleaning up their areas, taking part in regular litter picks and cleanups, researching information about their local wild flowers, plants, trees, animals, built heritage, history and the folklore associated with their areas. A large number of communities go the extra mile by repairing and painting old traditional gates, rebuilding stone walls, improving stiles, maintaining bridges, cleaning up farmlands and entrances, erecting bat and bird boxes, and holding information nights and talks about their local areas. 2014 is the fifth year of the PURE Mile competition and now over 70 communities and groups have taken part. Each of the PURE Miles has something unique to offer and in the past the competition has seen a variety of discoveries, from megalithic tombs, standing stones, ogham stones, mass rocks, freshly painted gates, new fencing erected, Celtic calendars, forgotten milk stands, recording of field names, local stories – legends and characters, historical buildings, churches, information on wild flowers – edible plants and foraging, old and new culinary recipes, information on forgotten archaeological

The PURE project is a partnership project and the first of its kind in Ireland which incorporates statutory and non-statutory organisations, including; Wicklow County Council, Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, South Dublin County Council, Coillte, National Parks & Wildlife Service and the Wicklow Uplands Council. features and cultural heritage of areas, and of course all litter free roads, ditches, rivers and fields, which resulted in the removal of hundreds of bags of rubbish. PURE also run two extremely successful secondary school training programmes, PURE ANIMATION AND PURE MUSIC. These training programme introduce teenagers to important environmental issues that are related to The PURE Project, e.g., illegal dumping, litter, fly-tipping, recycling, pol-

lution, etc., all done through the medium of animation and music. To date Pure Animation has produced 16 short animated films screening at both national and international film festivals, including; Cork, Limerick, Dublin, California, Corfu, London, New York, Poland, winning numerous awards a long the way.

Further information on PURE can be found on www.pureproject.ie

Illegal Dumping is a Disgrace Report Illegal Dumping Today.

To Report Dumping in the Wicklow/Dublin Uplands

LoCall 1850 365 121 PURE (Protecting Uplands & Rural Environments), is a partnership project which incorporates local authorities including: Wicklow County Council, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, with Coillte, National Parks & Wildlife Service, Fáilte Ireland and a number of nonstatutory organisations represented by the Wicklow Uplands Council, in a joint endeavour to halt incidents of illegal dumping in the Wicklow/Dublin upland regions.

Visit the PURE website for more information www.pureproject.ie

St Patrick’s Day Festival – Bray

The St. Patrick’s Festival Bray 2015 will launch with the arrival of Birds Euroshow Funfair on Friday 13th which will be on the Southern Seafront all weekend until Tuesday 17th. Along with this, we have both the Céilí Breakfast and the Big Funday Out returning from previous years for a family-friendly weekend. New events this year include the traditional Irish St. Patrick’s Eve Ceol agus Craic, and an historic walk up Bray Head.

BIG FUNDAY OUT

The Civic Plaza • Sat 14th March 1pm to 3pm Our Big Funday Out this year features fantastic activities that will be fun for the whole family. Get creative with face painters, marvel at the skilful stilt walkers and magician and meet some of the snakes that St. Patrick banished from Ireland. Other features include Irish Dancing, a céilí, along with other creepy crawlies. Come on down to take part in this fantastic event!

All events are FREE, with heartfelt thanks to our sponsors, volunteers, participants and the emergency services.

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St Patrick’s Day Festival – Bray on Bray Seafront for the entire St. Patrick’s Day Weekend catering for both daring thrill seekers and those looking for a tamer experience. Don’t miss out on a fantastic family weekend filled with atmosphere and fun!

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COFFEE DOCK AT THE BOATHOUSE CÉILÍ BREAKFAST

South Beach Car Park • Sun 15th March - 11.00am Children of all ages are invited to Coffee Dock at The Boathouse on the Promenade for a crash course in Irish dancing. Once they have exhausted themselves with all the dancing, a small breakfast roll and a juice will be provided compliments of The Boathouse.

ST. PATRICK’S EVE CEOL AGUS CRAIC

Strand Hotel • Mon 16th at 9pm To get into the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, come on down to our St. Patrick’s Eve Ceol agus Craic event in the Strand Hotel. Collect your shamrock for St. Patrick’s Day and enjoy an evening of entertainment with live traditional music from Dublin Folk. Why not try some Irish food as there will be Beef and Guinness Stew to purchase along with a glass of Guinness.

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FESTIVAL PARADE

Town Hall to Viewing Stand Northern Seafront l 3pm Before the parade starts, come on down early to our Pre-Parade Party for live music and entertainment. Feel free to dress up and have fun even if you are not walking in the parade. Many community groups from local organisations, businesses, performers, sporting groups and Marching Bands will make their way through Bray this year as we celebrate one of the largest parades on the East Coast. The Parade will start at the Town Hall and end at the Viewing Stand outside Jackie O’Driscoll’s Lounge. All participants will get to show off their talents to the crowd as well as the judging panel of local dignitaries.

Fireworks Display Our annual St. Patrick’s Fireworks Display will take place in the superb location of Bray Harbour. This beautiful scene will perfectly showcase the sky full of colours as we celebrate this fantastic weekend. Arrive early to get the best viewing spot, as the Fireworks Display is renowned for drawing huge crowds!

ST. PATRICK’S BRAY HEAD WALK

Bray Head • Mon 16th at 12 noon Enjoy the beautiful scenery that Bray has to offer while learning about the history of Bray Head! There are limited numbers so make sure you book early through bray.ie. A tour guide and a packed lunch will be provided

ECUMENICAL BLESSING OF THE SHAMROCK

Kylemore Nursing Road • Sidmonton Road Bray l 1pm The historic retelling of the Holy Trinity will take place at an Ecumenical Blessing of the Shamrock as a community celebration for St. Patrick’s Day.

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St Patrick’s Day Festival – Wicklow This year’s Wicklow Town parade has the theme “Irish Legends and Folklore” and participants will be encouraged to get involved in the theme with prizes for floats that embrace it. Luane Parle is this year’s Grand Marshal, and is currently riding high in the irish charts with her latest single “Roll the dice”.

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The parade will commence at 3.15pm from Whitegates and culminate in Market Square where the reviewing stand with dignatories will be located. The parade colour party is from Post 21 a United nations veterans association made up of former defence force members and an Gardai Siochanna.

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President Michael D. Higgins presented with a copy of the newly published “Russborough, a great Irish House, its families and collections” The President met with the Trustees of the Foundation and was invited for a short tour of one of Ireland’s most architecturally significant houses. During his visit was introduced to the resident award winning craft workers and artists at Russborough and he was be invited to view examples of their work in this, the Year of Design. The President was then presented with a copy of the newly published Russborough, A Great Irish House, its Families and Collections, for which the President wrote the Foreword.

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16th March Kris Finnerty 17th March Saint Patrick’s Day Extravaganza with Live Music ALL DAY 12 - 2 Trad Session with Syl Ivers 5 - 7 Trad Rock with Thunderbird 8pm The Waters Brothers

18th March Joe O’Connor 19th March Dave Clark 20th March Feel The Pinch

21st March Take it Easy 22nd March Jon Ward 23rd March Eugene Waters 24th March Rob McGuinness 25th March Little Apples 26th March Connor O’Donnell 27th March Kobi 28th March Brother Jake 29th March Joe O’Connor

30th March Brian Meakin 31st March David Bridgeman 1st April Martin Lynch 2nd April Eugene Waters 3rd April CLOSED GOOD FRIDAY 4th April The Juice 5th April B Sharps 6th April Dave Clark

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The Grand Hotel, Wicklow Paddy’s Weekend Over Night Packages:

21st March – Rugby – Ireland V Scotland @ 2.30pm Wings and a Pint for €10.00

Friday 13th and Saturday 14th March – 2 Nights Accommodation, Breakfast with a 2 Course Dinner in Wynnes Bar on One Night (children’s dinner not included), Irish Coffee on arrival €109.50 per person sharing.

22nd March – Food served from 12.30-9pm – Thomas & Shay in Wynnes Bar from 6.30pm 29th March - Food served from 12.30-9pm – Thomas & Shay in Wynnes Bar from 6.30pm

Child Supplement €20.00 per night. Children under 6 are complimentary.

4th April – Easter Saturday Food served from 12.30- 9pm Live music in Wynnes Bar from 9pm

Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March – 2 Nights Accommodation, Breakfast with a 2 Course Dinner in Wynnes Bar on One Night (children’s dinner not included), Irish Coffee on arrival €102.00 per person sharing.

Wicklow Chamber of Commerce Easter Egg Hunt from 11am in The Friar Suite going through Wicklow Town

Child Supplement €20.00 per night. Children under 6 are complimentary.

5th April – Easter Sunday food served from 12.30-9 pm Thomas & Shay in Wynnes Bar from 6.30pm Complimentary Little Eggs for all the kids

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Irish Dancing at 4.30pm with Breda O’Connor School of Dance, Music in Wynnes Bar from 4pm

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St Patrick’s Day Festival – Greystones

Greystones St Patrick’s Day Parade – Greystones 2015 This year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Greystones will be bigger and better than previous years with your help and continued support.

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Time: 12.00 noon – Groups should gather at 11.30 a.m. Venue: Commences Park & Ride car park. Route: South Beach – Church Road – Cinema. Reviewing Stand: Church of Ireland, Church Road.

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Awards: Plaques will be awarded in the following categories: • Most Original Entry • Most Colourful Entry

• Best Social/Cultural Entry

• Best Uniformed Organisation

• Best Sports Entry

• Best Trad Irish Entry

• Best Musical Entry

• Most Topical Entry

• Overall Parade Winner

• Best Commercial Entry

• Most Entertaining Entry

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• Jewellery polished • Jewellery repaired and remounted • Rodium plating for white gold and platinium products

Ring Remounting

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Are you meeting friends, going or coming from a restaurant, or just out for an evening walk? Well then, why not drop into La Touche Wines Wine Bar? Here is just a small selection of what’s on offer: Red / White / Rose / Fortified wines by glass €5.95 to €9.95 Prosecco by glass - €6.95 Choose any Bottle - corkage per 750ml bottle €6.00 Water Still or Sparkling - €2.00 Italian Bread Sticks & Pesto - €4.00

Drop into Aunty Nellies this St Patricks Day where you will be sure to find sweets a plenty, craic galore and our always friendly staff to advise on our many mouthwatering, eye popping, tummy gurgling treats and Ice-Cream. We look forward to seeing you and experiencing the show stopping parade. Happy St Patrick’s Day Greystones. Aunty Nellies Sweet Shop Greystones / Tel: 087-1206846 / E: auntynelliesgreystones@gmail.com

Antipasta / Cheese / Crackers - €12.00 Choose your own nibbles from shelves...

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Fri 13th MaRCH Dann’s Bar Bree Harris/ Sat 28th MaRCH Dann’s Bar Take it Easy / Sat 14th MarCH The Lounge Big Digger/The Sat 4th April Lounge Crush / The Fri 20th MarCH lounge Leo Kelly/ Sun 5th April Dann’s Bar Night Shift / Sat 21st MarCH The Lounge Something Else Fri 10th April – The Lounge Mojo Sessions / Fri 27th MarCH Dann’s Bar Mia Parsons/ The Harbour, Greystones, Co. Wicklow Tel: 01-2874623 / info@beachhousepub.ie Open 7 days a week from 11am - late

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Easter Fun in Wicklow

Easter is almost here and there is plenty on throughout the Garden County for all the family, friends and loved ones to enjoy - there’s nothing like an Easter egg-hunt to get the family going. Below we’ve listed some Easter venues and camps that will have a variety of activities suitable for big and small kids.

Easter at Greenan Farm Museums & Maze For the Easter weekend we have plenty of fun planned and we also open for the Easter School Holidays from Sat 28th March to Sun April 12th 2015. Eggstra Wild at Greenan Maze On Easter Sunday 5th April and Easter Monday 6th April, we have great activities for all the family.

With all entry tickets: • On Easter Sunday Free Egg Hunts in

the Maze at 2pm and 4pm and special Egg Hunt for toddlers at Solstice Maze at 3pm • On Easter Monday Free face-painting from 2pm to 4pm and free arts and crafts in the tea-rooms also from 2pm to 4pm See our new baby chicks hatching over the Easter weekend!

For the Easter School holidays from Sat 28th March 2015 to Sun April 12th

Shoreline Leisure Bray – Easter Camps 2015 Ages: 4 to 12 years of age Activities include: Swimming, Soccer, Tennis, Uni-hockey, Rounders, Arts & Crafts and much more fun sporting activities. Camp Times: 10.00am until 2.00pm Cost: €49.00 per child per week Dates: Week 1: Monday 30th March to Thursday 2nd April; Week 2: Tuesday 7th April to Friday 10th April For further information Tel: 01 – 276 5660.

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• FREE treasure hunt for kids every day • FREE Nature Trail for kids every day • Feeding the animals every day during Easter school holidays Arrive early and sign up to avail of the free activities... Greenan Farm Museums & Maze. Ballinanty, Greenan, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 0404-46000 / 086-8845624

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EASTER PONY CAMP Tuesday 31st March, Wednesday 1st and Thursday 2nd April Our next 3-day Children’s Pony Camp will be held over the Easter Break

Powerscourt House, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow

The camp will run from 10.30 am to 4.30 pm. The programme for each day will consist of 2 hours riding (either lessons or riding out) together with a progressive set of pony care lectures and practicals where the children will learn about looking after a pony. The aim is to provide a safe and fun environment in which the kids can broaden their experience and knowledge of ponies. There will be a competition held on Friday afternoon - with rosettes and certificates presented afterwards! Suitable for children from 6 years up. Cost: €190 (3 days) For further information, please contact the office at (01) 2863778 or email info@brennanstownrs.ie

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Easter Time at Glenroe Farm Get ready for three egg-citing days of fun on the farm - Easter Saturday, Sunday and Monday. We will be having three days of egg races, puppet shows, face painting and lots of craic to be had. Egg races through the day and puppet shows at 12noon and 2 pm. Each child (age 2 - 14 years) will get a ticket at the Admissions Desk to take part in an egg race while on the farm. There are 2 separate egg races -One for age 6 and under and a larger race for age 7 and older. Thousands of

crème eggs will be found over the weekend and in every race there is a chance to win a prize. Puppet shows in the indoor picnic area and face painting on the farm. Also the Easter Bunny will be on hand to meet and greet all. Easter is a brilliant time to see all the farm animals. Lots of baby animals, lambs, chicks, rabbits, etc will be finding their feet and loving all the attention. Farm open from 10am to 5pm with last admissions at 4 pm. Egg races throughout the day with the last race at 4:30pm.

Each participating child will be made an honorary bunny before hopping aboard the Rathwood Easter Express Train for an “EGG-citing” adventure through the fun filled forest. The journey packed with shenanigans, entertainment and lots of giggles, will proceed with an Easter Egg hunt

2 Day Camp 10am – 2pm / Cost: €70 / Date: March 30th – 31st Eggsperiments – everything you ever wanted to know about eggs and more!!! Investigate eggs as a food source, dissect an egg, dissolve egg shells, are eggs strong enough to walk on? Are eggs good heat insulators? Ballyduff, Ashford, Co. Wicklow Tel: 0404-40563 Mob: 087-6749608, email: info@anyone4science.com

Normal admission prices apply for the weekend €6 per adult and €6 per child family ticket for 2 adults and 2 children is €22. Also great value multi-passes available. Glenroe Farm, Kilcoole Co. Wicklow E-Mail: mail @glenroefarm.com / Glenroe Farm Tel: 01 – 287 2288.

Hop on the Rathwood Easter Train! Someone has played a trick on Easter Bunny by hiding his Golden Egg somewhere within the Enchanted Forest! Easter Bunny and his friends need your help to follow the clues on the Treasure map to find it!

Anyone 4 Science – Easter Camps 2015

and a visit to Easter Bunny for some MAGICAL fun! And there’s more! Each honorary bunny will also be rewarded with a free hot chocolate with yummy marshmallows! Packed with fun, frolics, gaiety and

magic this is an “EGGS-perience” you won’t want to miss! It’s running from the 28th of March - 5th of April Adults: €6 Children: €10 / Babies 0 – 12 monhs are Free. Free hot chocolate for all the children. Rathwood, Rath, Tullow, Carlow (Open Monday – Sunday 9am – 6pm) Email: info@rathwood. com Tel: 059 – 915 6285.

Hidden Valley Holiday Park Easter Bank Holiday weekend (Friday to Monday) 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 sought-after 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 • XFactor competition • Treasure Hunt • Colouring Contest • Relays, races and activities for both adults and children • Medals, trophies and prizes • Sweets, sweets and more sweets • And much more… For Further Information Tel: 086 – 7272872

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The Grand Hotel, Wicklow Easter Weekend Over Night Packages: Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th April 2 Nights Accommodation, Breakfast with a 2 Course Dinner in Wynnes Bar on One Night (children’s dinner not included), Chocolate Easter Egg in your Room €131.00 per person sharing, Child Supplement €20.00 per night. Children under 6 are complimentary.

Easter Celebrations

Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th April 2 Nights Accommodation, Breakfast with a 2 Course Dinner in Wynnes Bar on One Night (children’s dinner not included), Chocolate Easter Egg in Your Room €120.00 per person sharing, Child Supplement €20.00 per night. Children under 6 are complimentary.

Easter Family Break (30th March – 9th April) At Druids Glen Resort Take a two night break and treat the family this Easter in Wicklow at the award winning Druids Glen Resort. Deluxe Family Room for up to 2 adults and 2 children.

Offer includes: • Full Irish breakfast each morning, • Dinner for 2 adults on 1 evening. • Family attraction Pass for Glenroe Farm. Childrens rates apply as per below. For the Children - Welcome activity pack on arrival, outdoor playground and indoor playroom, DVD’s, resort bikes, leisure club and Kids High Tea Club available on one night of the stay. Kids High Tea Club includes dinner & supervised activities for the children from 5pm - 9pm. Children must be over 3 years to attend and parents must remain on the premises. Easter Sunday - Easter Egg Hunt for all the Family followed by meeting the Easter Bunny for Children’s Easter treats! Chef will then deliver a chocolate demonstration at 12 noon. Please note only a maximum of 2 children are permitted in the room. If you have a 3rd child then you must book one of our Family packages with interconnecting rooms.

Please note the following extra bed prices apply:

Killruddery House & Gardens 2015 Season Kick off Killruddery House & Gardens 2015 season kicks off this Easter Sunday...the Gardens open from Easter weekend. On Easter Sunday, 5th of April, we will throw open the whole Garden for you to find the perfect picnic spot to celebrate this holiday and Springs arrival. Bring a picnic and come early to bag your spot! We will provide extra tables throughout the garden so there’s plenty of little picnic spots for your Family Easter Celebrations and don’t forget the Tea Rooms will be open too. After your picnic, we will also host an Easter Egg Hunt in The Angles. Held every 20 mins, this is specially for the little ones...

Fingers crossed for April sunshine!! Normal garden entry applies, Easter Egg Hunt (held every 20 mins) is €5 per child. Book early online or on the day

Killruddery Farm Market Your market at Killruddery, for community shopping at its best! Fine foods, locally sourced produce, crafts and more. Come and meet your local food and craft heroes, every Saturday, all year round, bring the family or meet your friends and enjoy hot foods, a nice buzz and seasonal themes. Free parking and admission to the market in the sheltered Horseyard and Grainstore of Killruddery House and Gardens.

• 0-12 years of age sharing with adults stay free. Breakfast included. • 12+ years, sharing with 2 adults are charged €50BB per night. Valid: 30th March until 12th April 2015. Two night min stay

From: €215 Per night Newtownmountkennedy, Co.Wicklow, Ireland, T: 00 353 1 2870800

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Traditional

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Hot Cross Buns (makes 12)

Method:

Easter Recipes

1. For the buns: Sieve the flour, salt and ground mixed spice into a large mixing bowl, then rub in the butter using your fingertips. Make a well in the centre of the mixture then add the sugar and lemon zest and yeast. 2. Beat the egg and add to the flour with the tepid milk. Mix together to a form a soft pliable dough.

Ingredients: • 625g/ 1lb 4 oz of Strong White Flour (plus extra for dusting) • 1 tsp salt • 2 tsp ground mixed spice • 50g/2oz butter, cut into cubes, plus extra for greasing • 75g/3oz sugar Rind of 1 lemon • 1 sachet fast-action yeast (7g) • 1 egg • 275ml/10fl oz tepid milk • 125g/4oz of Fruit Mix

For the topping • 2 tbsp of Cream Plain Flour • Vegetable Oil (for greasing) • 1 tbsp golden syrup, gently heated, for glazing

3. Turn out the dough onto a lightly floured work surface. Carefully work the mixed dried fruit into the dough until well combined. Knead lightly for 5 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. 4. Grease a large, warm mixing bowl with butter. Shape the dough into a ball and place it into the prepared bowl, then cover with a clean tea towel and set aside in a warm place for one hour to prove. 5. Turn out the proved dough onto a lightly floured work surface and knock back the dough. Shape it into a ball again and return it to the bowl, then cover again with the tea towel and set aside for a further 30 minutes to rise.

Tie the end of the bag tightly so that no air can get in and set aside in a warm place for a further 40 minutes to rise.

8. Preheat the oven to 240C/475F/Gas 8. 9. Meanwhile, for the topping, mix the plain flour to a smooth paste with 2 tablespoons of cold water. 10. When the buns have risen, remove the polythene bag and the greaseproof paper. Spoon the flour mixture into a piping bag and pipe a cross on each bun. 11. Transfer the buns to the oven and bake for 8-12 minutes, or until pale golden-brown. As soon as you remove the buns from the oven, brush them with the hot golden syrup, then set aside to cool on a wire rack.

Ea ster Dinner :

Roast Leg of Lamb with garlic & rosemary (serves 6-8)

6. Turn out the dough onto a lightly floured work surface and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten slightly into a bun shape using the palms of your hands. Cover the buns again with the tea towel and set aside to rest for 5-10 minutes. 7. Grease a baking tray with butter and transfer the buns to the tray. Wrap the tray with the buns on it loosely in greaseproof paper, then place inside a large polythene bag.

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Ingredients: • Leg of lamb weighing 2½ kg/5lb 8oz • 1 Garlic Bulb • 1 Bunch Rosemary • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

• 2 carrots, cut into large chunks • 1 onion, cut into quarters • 1 glass red wine (about 150ml) • 1.2l beef or lamb stock

Method: 1. Stud the lamb with garlic and rosemary. Use a sharp pointed knife, make at least 30 small incisions all over the meat. Peel 4 garlic cloves, thinly slice them and put a slice into each incision. 2. Pull off small sprigs of rosemary and push into the incisions aswell. If done in advance, cover the lamb well and refrigerate. Remove from the fridge 1 hr before roasting 3. Pre - heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Heat a large frying pan, add a little oil and brown the lamb all over. Scatter the carrot, onion, remaining garlic and rosemary in a large roasting tin, pour in the wine and stock, then place the browned lamb in the tin. 4. Roast for about 1 hr 45 mins. Turn the lamb halfway through so by the time it’s cooked, each side has been in the stock. When cooked, remove the lamb and allow to rest in a warm place covered in foil for about 30 mins. 5. While the lamb is resting, make the gravy. Pour all the stock from the tin through a sieve into a saucepan to remove all the vegetables and herbs. This stock should be rich, slightly thick and have a great lamb flavour. Reduce it a little on the hob if you feel you want to concentrate the flavour, skimming off any fat that comes to the surface. 6. Serve the lamb with the gravy, roast potatoes and vegetables.

Easter in Wicklow

Ea ster Dessert

Easter Chocolate Fudge Cake (serves 8-12)

Ingredients:

Method:

• 150g unsalted butter, at room temperature • 150g light muscovado sugar • 40g cocoa • 150g self-raising flour • 1tsp baking powder • ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda • 2 medium, free-range eggs • 1tsp vanilla extract • 142ml soured cream • 2tbsp golden syrup • For the ganache: • 250ml double cream • 250g dark chocolate such as Bournville

1. Heat oven to 180°C (gas mark 4). Grease and line 2x18cm sandwich tins.

springy. Leave to cool for a few mins, then transfer to racks to cool completely. 6. For the ganache, put the cream and chocolate into a bowl over barely simmering water. Heat gently until the chocolate has melted. Remove from the heat and stir briefly, until combined and smooth (don’t overstir).

2. Beat together the butter and sugar until pale. 3. In a separate bowl, sift the cocoa, flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda and a pinch of salt; mix well. Add to the creamed butter and sugar.

7. Allow to cool for 1 hour, or until thick enough to spread.

4. In a jug, whisk the eggs with vanilla, soured cream and syrup. Pour over the dry ingredients and beat together. Divide the mixture equally between the tins.

To decorate: • 1 chocolate flake, crumbled 120g tub mini eggs

8. Use slightly less than half to sandwich the cakes together. Spread remaining ganache over the cake, then decorate with flakes and mini eggs.

5. Bake for 20-25 mins until

Recipes from

The Mystic Celt

The Mystic Celt Restaurant is the dream of Paul and Sylvia Smith. “We are trying to promote an age-old tradition that nourished not only our forefathers’ bodies, but also their spirits”. Thus we coined the phrase “Traditional Celtic Cuisine.” Ireland has an enviable reputation for good wholesome dishes, many of which offer some of the finest quality foods. Between Paul and Sylvia they have 50 years experience in this business

Church Street, Wicklow Tel: 0404 – 69840 chefpaul@themysticcelt.ie

Beef & Guinness Pie

and have worked in France, Germany and New York. They also ran the mystic Celt restaurant in Dingle, Co. Kerry. • 1 square (3in by 3in) of puff pastry. Cook 15 minutes at 400/200 • 4 oz chopped parsley

SMOKED SALMON

Method:

Ingredients: • • • • • • • • • •

2lb Beef (Stewing) 1 pint of Guinness 1 large onion 2 bay leaves 2 large breakfast/Portabello mushroom 4 oz of button mushroom 4 oz of roux Salt & freshly ground black pepper 3 oz mashed potatoes 1 by 1½ inch strip of eggplant/ aubergine

Marinate Beef in Guinness for at least 4 hours (24 hours is really good). Cover beef with cold water (mixed with strained Guinness from marinade) 3 inches above meat. Add in bay leave and salt. Bring to boil and simmer for 1 hour. Add in chopped onion and mushrooms and simmer for ½ hour. Add roux and simmer on low heat until sauce thickens, season. Put pot, half on half off, the heat to skim. Add parsley, taste, season and serve.

To Serve: Place 2oz mashed potato in middle of large bowl. Spoon Beef & Guinness around mash. Sprinkle with parsley. Place puff pastry on top. Wrap blanched eggplant/aubergine around 1oz of mashed potato to make a miniature pint of Guinness

Ingredients • • • • • •

3oz Irish Oak Smoked Salmon 2oz Citrus-caper Dressing 4 crisp lettuce leaves 2oz Dillisk ¼ lemon 2oz crispy leeks

Method: Wrap smoked salmon around crisp lettuce and place in middle of plate. Place crispy leeks on top. Spoon sauce on one side, and Dillisk and lemon on other side. Garnish plate with drizzle of Strawberry and Balsamic. Also goes well with Brown Bread.

Fried Leeks: Soak ½ Leek, cut in thin strips, in a little milk to cover (can use milk for White Sauce 4). Stain and toss in some Corn flour/starch and season with salt, fresh black pepper and paprika. Deep fry at 350f, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. This keeps for 1 week in airtight container. Also goes well with Pork.

Citrus-caper Dressing Ingredients • • • • • •

juice from 3 lemons ½ Quart of mayonnaise 1 cup of capers 1 tbsp chopped parsley salt and pepper 2 shallots diced

Instructions Strain capers well, and chop fine. Mix all together and adjust seasoning.

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nowdrops with all their pure, fragile delicacies, Daffodils awaking from a year long slumber with their trumpets pointing toward that first blast of spring sunshine. The first signs of tulip foliage peaking through the soil surface with promises of imminent delights. Ok, I’m out in the garden so where to start? It is time to see how the weather has managed to sort the hardy from the tender. Whilst no two gardens are the same, there are similar jobs we can all be doing at this time of the year. - Begin with assessing the damage the weather may have done to trees and shrubs over the last few months. Where trees are concerned it is important to remove any damaged or broken limbs properly. Using sharp, clean pruning equipment will drastically reduce the risk of die back and infection. Identifying any potentially troublesome branches early will reduce work load and potentially expen-

sive cost in years to come. Potential troublesome branches would include branches that may encroach on your or a neighbouring property. Other potential problems to look out for would be branches growing inward or toward other more established branches that may rub on the bark and open a wound that could become infected. Always ensure a clean cut.

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- Assess your planting scheme. What works? What isn’t quite working? Is it time to move “that” plant that has been bothering you? Well then here is a guide on how to do that. It is important to remember that Deciduous plants can be moved from October - mid March. Evergreen plants are best moved in late March as the soil temperatures increase. Try to choose a calm dull day for moving your plants as this will reduce moisture loss and prevent roots drying out. Make sure to water well before you begin the process. How much space to I give for a good rootball? A good indicator is too look at the form of the chosen plant. The canopy (branches

& foliage) spread is a good indicator as to the majority of the feeding roots. Dig around this area and lift as much rootball as possible. I would recommend lifting and replanting in one go so it is important to identify your new site and prepare the area to receive the new plant before hand. This will reduce the amount of stress on the plant. Once you have planted, water in three times. Water once, when the water pool as drained away then water again, once it has drained away water one final time. The final step is mulching, this will retain moisture and reduce evaporation. Do you have a favoured perennial that you’d like more of but can’t find it in the local garden centre or would rather invest your money in adding new planting or landscaping? Then lifting and dividing is the answer.

Summer flowering perennials like Echinacea purpurea or Leucanthemum x superbum ‘Aglaia’ are best divided in spring. Make sure it isn’t too wet to avoid compacting your soil. Spring flowering perennials like Euphorbia characias wulfenii are best divided after flowering when root growth is active.

When dividing, lift gently and shake off excess soil to make sure the roots are visible. Smaller plants like Alchemilla mollis and Heuchera can be divided by hand by just gently pulling apart. Larger plants like Rudbeckia “Goldstrum” and Agapanthus will require splitting using a fork or spade. Ideally you will have selected the new site for the plant and will lift and replant in one go, mulching after watering in. Happy with your current layout? Then mulching over the next couple of months will help your borders retain moisture through those sunny weeks of summer. Well rotted garden compost, well rotted farm yard manure or leaf mould will be the ideal medium to mulch with. This does a couple of very important things for your beds. Mainly it will retain moisture and reduce evaporation, the dark coloration of the mulch will attract the heat and increase the soil temperature, promoting growth and beneficial bacteria. It will also reduce weed growth. Make sure to water well before mulching. Keep the mulch off the main stems of planting to make sure there won’t be any damage to the bark or stems. Richard Shortall Landscape Design.

Spring Gardening C & C Builders are one of South Dublin & Wicklow’s top construction companies. Fran Coffey is a Master Builder with over 30 years’ experience in all aspects of construction, specialising in Brick & Block Work, Stone Work, Paving & Patios, Extensions and New Builds. C & C Builders are Fully Insured and C2 registered. All work is fully guaranteed with highly competitive rates. Any work carried out will be completed on time agreed with little disruption as possible to your house or business. We are dedicated to making our clients dreams become reality. All work carried out is done by highly skilled and experienced tradesmen. Tel: 087-2555114 / Email: constructioncandc@gmail.com

One of Ireland’s largest importers of Indian Paving products, Millbrook Paving Centre is a single source for all your patio and paving needs. We offer great choice with our large range of Indian Sandstone and Limestone Paving Products. We have a well stocked yard and carry our full range of colours and sizes in stock. We also carry all the materials required to complete your paving or patio project.

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Abwood Homes is a Wicklow based company which was founded in 1985 by George Smullen. Initially concentrating on garden sheds and timber fencing Abwood Homes soon became the market leader. Continuous expansion has seen the company move into other areas such as timber housing, home offices, garden studios, etc. The company now supplies a vast array of timber, fencing and decking products to cater for both the trade and retail market. All ABWOOD sheds feature Ronseal treated timber, Toughglass, galvanised hardware including turnbuttons and heavy duty green mineral felt on roof. Abwood sheds are nailed not stapled. All ABWOOD Delux sheds are constructed with 22mm kiln dried planed weather sheeting with tongued and grooved roof and floor. All sheds are also available in pressure treated long life maintenance free timber. ABWOOD recommend that all timber products be treated with Ronseal Fencelife, Medium Oak, a high quality timber treatment which will give a rich Golden Brown colour. The timber product should be re-treated at least every two years, or as required, to maintain the rich colour. Sales and Display Areas: Abwood Homes, Timore, Newcastle, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01-2810109

Millbrook Paving Centre, Farrankelly, Delgany, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01-287 5016 / Mob: 087-262 5428 Email: sales@millbrookpaving.ie Cuprinol has a wide range of colours to choose from. Whether you want to inject colour and vibrancy into your garden or keep a more traditional look, we have the right product and colour for you. • Shed Ideas. Cheer up your garden by reviving that old shed into a colourful, stylish feature or by refreshing your ordinary shed

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Prune overgrown nonspringflowering shrubs • By Mid-March all rose pruning should be complete • Late March is a good time to carry out pruning on Evergreen shrubs that may have suffered frost damage such as Hebes with the young growing tips scorched by frost.

2. Control slugs and snails

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On established lawns the first cut of the season can be made, not too short, just removing the tips. Where moss is a problem on the lawn Moss Killers can be applied at this time. Towards the end of March, provided the ground is not too wet, is an ideal time to start preparing areas for sowing in April.

5. Improve your soil

Dig plenty of compost into heavy clay soils, this will encourage lots of beneficial sub-terranean life who then convert all that organic matter into a form useful to your plants. This will improve your plant growth and the drainage within your soil.

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Stone Paving Installation HOW TO LAY STONE PAVING

GROUND PREPARATION

Preparing the ground for paving depends upon site conditions and the intended use of the paved area. If your ground is firm, you probably only need to remove the turf and topsoil to a depth to allow 100mm of hardcore and 60mm for the slab and mortar thicknesses. If the ground is very soft or if the paved area is going to have heavy traffic on it, you would need to allow for a depth of 200mm of hardcore and 60mm for the slab and mortar thicknesses.If the paved area is going to be driven on, a poured concrete slab underneath the mortar bed is recommended but an engineer might need to be consulted at this stage. In reality, few areas are already level enough for immediate paving, so some areas need to be excavated whilst others need to be made up with compacted hardcore.

NATURAL STONE

We would recommend that you use a 25-35mm wet mortar bed on 100mm of well compacted hardcore for most paving situations.

WHICH WAY UP?

There seems to be some confusion about the way you lay natural stone! The larger surface area is the side of the slab you see when it is laid which means that the joints between the slabs are smaller at the top then they are at the bottom, which also helps the pointing to get a better hold. Please see the diagram below.

SELECTION

We recommend that whenever laying natural stone you should mix your paving from 3-4 different packs (if laying a large area) as this will allow the colours to blend and help to improve any shade variations that may occur between packs, giving your patio a more natural look.

LAYING

We recommend using a wet mortar mix of 1 part cement to 5 parts building sand. Start from a corner or use a string to give yourself a straight line. Trowel five large dabs of mortar at each corner and in the middle of each slab giving yourself a fairly full bed of mortar.Due to the variations in thickness we recommend you start with a thick slab and tap it down into the mortar until you find the correct level (use a rubber mallet to tap the slab down as it will avoid cracking it). Once you lay the first slab, lay the five spots of mortar for the next slab. You could also lay a strip of mortar where the next joint will be, this will minimise pointing afterwards. Ensure that you check all of the levels and falls during the laying process, you should do this by using a spirit level. This will help you to create a patio with a slight fall on it to ensure it drains properly.

CUTTING

If your patio involves a lot of cutting we would advise that you hire a powered cutting tool with a diamond tipped blade. Some stones are harder to cut than others and will require more work.

POINTING

There are several methods and products in the market to help with the pointing of paving products. Air reacting jointing products (i.e. Fuge and Botament) which we sell and the old fashioned cement and mortar mix. We recommend that paving is laid allowing for a minimum 10-15mm joint. If you are using a jointing product please follow the instructions on the cover of the product, as failing to do so could lead to a complete renewal of products. When using a cement mortar mix we recommend using a wet mix (but not sloppy) to produce a more permanent waterproof finish. Make sure you clean the excess cement mortar mix from the paving using a sponge when the mortar is still wet, or a wire brush and some acid cleaner when the mortar has hardened.

SEALING

Should you seal natural stone? We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t recommend that you have to seal natural stone that is being used outside, however it might help to maintain the colour and keep the paving clean.

AFTERCARE

We recommend that your paved area is kept free of leaves and general garden debris as this will keep it clean for longer. For best results clean your paved area with a small pressure washer every six to twelve months, alternatively there are patio cleaning products available which we can supply you with.

Pebble Driveways

How to construct a gravel / pebble driveway This is something that we get asked about a lot so we decided to explain it here to make it as easy as possible.

Firstly you need to remove the existing driveway or if it is a new driveway you need to remove the topsoil to a minimum depth of 200mm (8 inches). Now you need to add 150mm (6 inches) of crushed stone (hardcore) and compact it with a compacter plate or even better if you can hire a drum roller and roll it. After this you need to blind the hardcore

with material know as quarry dust to an approximate depth of 30mm.When you have this spread all over the hardcore it helps to wet it down slightly and then compact it with the compacter plate. This seals the hardcore and stops it coming back up and getting mixed up with the pebble. Now it is time to put the pebble on top of the dust.The pebble only needs to be 30-40mm in depth (depending on the size of the pebble).If it is any deeper it will be uncomfortable to walk in, impossible to push a pram or a wheelie bin in and will always look untidy. The pebble will bind with the dust and over time will form a good solid surface. One of the many advantages of pebble driveways are that they are permeable and absorb

rainwater so that all the rainwater is not going into the storm water drainage system. To put the finishing touches to your driveway you can dress it with some granite cobble edging and a granite cobble apron at the entrance which will also contain the pebble from getting thrown out on the foot path by the car wheels.

How to work out the quantity of the different material you need: Hardcore: at 200mm depth;

1 ton will cover 4.5 metre square. Quarry dust: at 30mm depth; 1 ton will cover 20 metre square. Pebble/gravel: at 30/40mm depth; 1 ton will cover 18/20 metre square.

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Spring Gardening

Wicklow’s Hunting Brook Gardens Private Garden: Lamb Hill, Blessington, County Wicklow Web: www.huntingbrook.com Tel: 087-2856601 Description: An extraordinary collection of plants from all over the world fill this ever-expanding garden with panoramic views of the Wicklow Mountains. This year 15 acres are open to the public and consist of extensively redesigned contemporary borders which are a fusion of prairie and tropical planting and include expanded woodland gardens which are being developed with new plantings of rare rhododendrons and woodland plants. Facilities: Toilets, Child Friendly, Guided Tours, Coach Parking, Tea and Cake on open days, Pre arranged lunches for tours, plants and seeds for sale.

Avondale House & Forest Park

Attraction Garden: Rathdrum, County Wicklow Web: www.coillteoutdoors.ie Tel: 0404-46111 Description: Avondale House was built in 1777 for Samuel Hayes, a barrister but whose passion for trees led him to write his first book on Irish Forestry. Description: Avondale 30

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Finest Gardens The National Botanic Gardens Kilmacurragh Attraction Garden: Kilbride, Rathdrum, County Wicklow Web: www.botanicgardens.ie Tel: 0404-48844 Description: Around the ruins of a fine Queen Anne style house lie 52 acres of wild Robinsonian gardens. Began in 1712 and further expanded with the advice of the Directors of the Botanic Gardens in Dublin during the 19th Century. Rare trees and shrubs abound. The arboretum is now being replanted by the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin. Open: November to February 9am – 4.30pm, Summer: March to October 9am – 6pm Admission: Free / Facilities: Mostly Wheelchair Accessible, Toilets, Child Friendly, Pet Friendly (dogs on leads), Guided Tours, Coach Parking.

House and Forest Park has much to offer the visitor, whether their interest is Charles Stewart Parnell ‘The Uncrowned King of Ireland’, the development of forestry in Ireland and the extensive collection of trees and shrubs in this 214 hectares estate from around the globe , the long open sweep of The Great Ride to the towering conifers on the banks of the Avonmore River. Open: Forest park open all year round 8.30am to 8.30pm. (Pay parking in operation – coins only) Facilities: The Kitchen Café/Tea rooms, Sign-

Powerscourt House & Gardens Attraction Garden: Enniskerry, County Wicklow Web: www.powerscourt.ie Tel: 01-2046000 Description: Powerscourt includes beautiful Italian, Japanese and walled gardens, herbaceous borders and a famous collection of trees. It is one of the last formal gardens to have been created in Europe. Powerscourt Waterfall is the highest in Ireland (121m) and is 5km from the formal gardens. Powerscourt House, a Palladian mansion dating from 1730 now incorporates an innovative shopping experience and terrace cafe overlooking the gardens. Open: Daily all year except for 25th and 26th December from 9.30am – 5.30pm (summer) and 9.30am – dusk (winter). Facilities: Wheelchair Accessible, Toilets, Refreshments, Child Friendly, Coach Parking, Shops

posted Walks, Children’s play area, Orienteering course(download your map on www.coillteoutdoors.ie before you come), Picnic areas, Limited wheelchair access, Dogs welcome(on leads) Large coach and car park with public toilets.

Spring Gardening

icklow Gardens is a collection of some of Ireland’s best Gardens. All are of outstanding natural beauty and diversity and each one distinctive in terms of mood and theme. Due to the temperate climate, an unrivaled variety of trees, plants and shrubs await the visitor with many private gardens opened for this event (please check opening times). Garden owners are only too delighted to welcome and share their experience and expertise with the visiting garden enthusiast. A warm welcome awaits - Come to visit and find out for yourself

Festina Lente Attraction Garden: Old Connaught Ave, Bray, Co Wicklow Tel: 01-2720704 / 087-3293680 Web: www.festinalente.ie Description: One of the few surviving restored walled Gardens in Ireland still in use today as it would have been in the late Victorian period. The House and gardens were home to the Plunkett family from 1807 until 1946. Each generation extended and modified the gardens which now stand at two and a half acres, divided into a Kitchen garden, pool and ornamental garden with the original walls dating back to 1780.The Festina Lente Foundation acquired the lease and commenced the garden restoration programme in line with a Historical Survey founded by the National Heritage Council. The main house and head gardener’s house are now in private ownership. Facilities: Free Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Toilets, Pet Friendly, Turtle Sanctuary, Guided Tours, Picnic’s allowed. Tea/Coffee available. View our Allotments, and Community Garden areas. Visit our New Garden Shop.

Killruddery House & Gardens Attraction Garden: Southern Cross, Bray, County Wicklow Web: www.killruddery.com Tel: 012863405 Description: Often described as a wonderful place to escape for a great day out, Killruddery has been home to the Brabazon Family (the Earls of Meath) since 1618. Conveniently located on the outskirts of the capital where Dublin meets Wicklow, here’s your opportunity to discover a hidden gem in our midst. There’s so much to see and explore. Nature has never been more relaxing with leisurely walks in one of Ireland’s most renowned gardens, filled with beautiful plant-

Mount Usher Gardens Attraction Garden: Ashford, County Wicklow Tel: 0404-40205 / 0404-40116 Web: www.mountushergardens.ie Description: These 9ha represent one of the best examples of the romantic Robinsonian garden, a paradise combining plantsmanship with layout. Trees and shrubs introduced from many parts of the world. Woodland and shade loving plants, millions of spring flowering bulbs spread throughout the meadows. There is plenty to be seen in the Spring, both at ground level and amongst the branches. The Robinsonian style is very apparant this time of year as thousands of bulbs in the lawn are in full bloom throughout the gardens. Purple and white crocuses line the paths off the Palm Walk. Spring is also the time for the Magnolias to begin to show what they can do. To the right you’ll see Magnolia campbellii, the first of the Magnolias to flower in the gardens, flaunting their large cup and saucer shaped flowers. Open: Daily 10.00am to 4.30pm, (Last admission 3.50pm) - NO DOGS ALLOWED

ing and wooded areas, water features and distinctive outdoor “rooms”. Delightful Tea Rooms and guided tours of one of Ireland’s Great Historic Houses are just some of the other treats on offer. Open: Killruddery Garden is open on weekends in April and October and 7 days a week from May to September, from 9.30 am to 6 pm with late night opening on Thursday until 10pm. Last admission is an hour before closing time and last orders in the Tea Room are half an hour before closing.

Dover House Private Garden: Rossanagh, Ashford, County Wicklow Email: patriciaannebutler@yahoo. ie Tel: 0404-40168 The Gardens: The Gardens surrounding this eighteenth century house were laid out towards the end of the nineteenth century with plantings of many fine specimens including Rhododendron Arboreum, Magnolia Soulangeana ‘Alba’, and Camellia Japonica. Also included are a number of specimen mature trees, including a fine Chilean myrtle, Luma Apiculata, planted c. 1880 and believed to have come from Woodstock, Co. Kilkenny. There is also a wild flower meadow which is at its best towards the end of June beginning of July. We are delighted that people enjoy visiting the gardens and sharing them with us. The income which we receive from visitors makes a vital contribution towards the work carried out by the Irish Cancer Society Open: May and June to groups of two or more – by appointment only.

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Hunter’s Hotel Private Garden: Newrath Bridge, Rathnew, Ashford County Wicklow Tel: 0404-40106 / 0404-40338 Web: www.hunters.ie Description: This prize-winning garden, situated on the banks of the Vartry River has a spectacular display of oriental poppies in May and June. Many other interesting perennials are featured in box-edged borders. Trees and shrubs include magnolias, rhododendron, specimens, lirodendron, nothofagus, eucryphias, podocarpus, abutilon, fremontedendron, ginkgo, paulownia etc. The large kitchen garden provides fruit and vegetables for the hotel. Open: All year round from 10am to dusk / Admission: Voluntary donation to Irish Cancer Society. Facilities: Wheelchair Accessible, Coach Parking, Child Friendly, Car Parking, Tours, Toilets.

June Blake’s Garden & Nursery Private Garden: Tinode, Blessington, County Wicklow Web: www.juneblake.ie Tel: 087-2770399 Description: June Blake’s garden extends over three acres and contains an eclectic collection of plants from around the world. There are acres of exciting bold herbaceous borders, shade areas with beautiful ferns, woodland plants and bamboos, a shallow linear reflection pool, formal beds and a small nursery selling rare and unusual plants. Open: Wednesday to Sunday from mid May to mid September. Other times by appointment. Admission: €5 per person. Facilities: Toilets, Refreshments, Guided Tours, Coach Parking, Plant Sales, Picnic Facilities.

Private Garden: Glenmalure, County Wicklow Web: www.shekinasculpturegarden.com Tel: 086-8569106

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Private Garden: Kiltimon, Ashford, County Wicklow Tel: 01-2810274 Description: This fascinating garden with its stone terraces, herbaceous borders, topiaries and lawns, has magnificent views of both mountains and sea, broadleaved woodland and valley meadow, with walks down shady paths, by streams and dry-stone walls, ancient Rath (ring fort) and majestic oaks. New areas are created yearly, with rare and unusual plants. Admission: €4.50 per person, Groups (10+) and Coaches €4 per person Charity Sponsored: Barretstown Organisation & upkeep of garden Facilities: Accessible, Toilets, Children welcome under supervision, Guided Tours, Coach Parking

angles and enjoy the peaceful setting. Open: Opening Times: (April – August 31st) Thursday to Sunday 2 – 5pm – Groups welcome anytime. Please call Terry in advance to ensure we have someone ready to greet you. Admission: Entry by donations for local charities. Facilities: Coach/car parking, Refreshments, Toilets, Child friendly, Partly wheelchair friendly.

Shekina Sculpture Garden

Description: People find this garden and its sculpture collection a place of tranquility and inspiration. It is ideal for individuals or groups (5-15) who want to spend a reflective day (usually 11.00 - 4.30) in a beauty-filled setting. Facilitation or spiritual conversation is on offer. Open: The garden is open Wednesdays to Sundays throughout the year. It is essential to phone prior to coming – For further information contact Catherine on 086-8569106. The journey is one hour from Dublin south-side.(3 kms from Glenmalure Lodge Hotel, 2 kms from Greenane). See articles by Mark Hederman and Paddy Woodworth on Shekina at the end of the website

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Smith’s Garden Private Garden: Minvaude, Clonmore, Knockananna, Co Wicklow Tel: 059-6471762 / 087-7715596 / Email: theresaking@eircom.net Description: Each season is well represented across this lovely 4 acre garden. The Smiths have combined both formal and informal areas featuring, amongst many areas - Herbaceous borders, Herbs, Scented plants, Exotic planting, a Japanese area, Woodlands and a beautiful Lake. A series of well placed benches and seats allow the visitor time to relax and view the garden from many different

Health & Beauty

The Importance of

Cleansing, Toning & Moisturizing

From a young teenager right through to your elder years it cannot be stressed enough as to how important it is for us ladies to ‘cleanse, tone & moisturize’. As a vital part of our daily lives it is important for a number of reasons. A good daily skin care routine keeps your skin clean, hydrated, protected, healthy and glowing. And for this, it is important to make these 3 steps a regular feature in your day to day routine.

Cleansing – For teenagers and young

ladies is vital for maintaining a clear complexion and to avoid spots and or acne. For women 30 and over it becomes vital for maintaining a youthful appearance helping to fight signs of ageing and drying skin. To start your cleansing routine you need to pin back all hair from your face. If you are wearing mascara you will need to start by moistening a cotton ball with eye make-up remover, hold it on the eye for a minute to loosen eye make-up and mascara then gently wipe until removed. If you are using a cleansing cream again moisten a cotton ball and gently swipe your face in outward movements until all make-up or daily dirt has been removed. If you are using a cleansing face-wash using a pea size amount mix with a little luke warm water and lather up the cleanser, do not scrub hard just soft gentle circling is all that’s needed. Concentrate on places where you have applied your make-up. Spend at least 60 seconds going over your face ensuring you have cleaned all areas. Do not forget your neck, you need to remove any powder, perfume or daily dirt that might have settled there.

Toning - Toning is a very important second step that completes the cleansing process, so many of us choose to leave this step out of our routine for some reason? When In reality, a good toner will remove bits of oil, dirt and any left behind cleanser. But, it is important to know that toner help’s soothe, nourish and hydrate the skin while restoring its delicate pH balance. Our pH balance is completely distorted after washing, our skin then starts to work overtime to restore those levels but by using a toner our pH levels are restored in an instant. To apply your toner, simply moisten a cotton ball and apply to your face and neck using upward strokes, very gently there is no need to be heavy handed with your skin - it is very delicate Moisturizing – There are many types of moisturizers for you to choose from these days to perfectly match your skin type. Skin types usually consist of ‘sensitive, dry, oily or normal’ if you are unsure of which type you are, you can ask the advice of the skin specialist’s behind the skin counters at your local chemists or stores, they are always happy to help and lucky for us know exactly what their talking about. It is very important to do this as part of your skin care routine - twice daily. Make sure to use a moisturizer for day time & then a ‘night’ moisturizer for night time. The differences between the two are: Your daily moisturizer is focused primarily on protecting and supporting your skin while your night time moisturizer is focused on recovery! As moisturizing is the last step in your routine, take a little extra care in applying to your skin. Apply gently using your fingertips in a circular motion, simply pampering your skin after its long hard day. As before do not forget your neck applying in an upward stroke.

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Confirmation Day out

! s n o i t a m r i f n Co Sitting with my daughter the other day I turned and asked her ‘What would you like to do for your confirmation this year?’ secretly hoping and praying she was not going to expect a huge big celebration with a function room in the fanciest hotel, with a DJ and over a hundred guests!

But, to my surprise she turned and replied ‘I would like a tea-party here at home with all my family, some music and if it would be ok a bouncing castle. I thought – PERFECT. No day spent visiting every home of every family member drinking numerous cups of tea, everyone will be here in my house all under the same roof eating and drinking, happy and laughing and all for just a couple of hours… Operation Confirmation begins! Planning is the key to a really successful party. If possible give yourself at least 4-6 weeks to plan in advance. 1. Choose a suitable date and time for your party so it does not clash with another. 2. If booking an entertainer phone around for quotes to make sure you get the best prices and if you can try and get some feed back from a previous party that they have performed at. 3. If your hiring a bouncy castle shop around for the best quotes and when possible always confirm details of booking in writing. 4. If planning your party outside it is vital with our Irish weather that you have a ‘Plan B’

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Confirmations/Communions Celebrate your child’s Special Day with lunch at

Rack of Lamb and Fresh Catch of the day

Rack of Lamb

Excellent Value for Communion Lunch at €10.50 Lunch served from 12 noon – No booking necessary

Also available – A La Carte Menu

Excellent selection of Starters, Sandwiches, Soups Children’s Menus and Coeliac’s catered for.

Sea Bas Fillet

Soup & Brown Bread

Tel: 01 – 286 2183 1 Royal Marine Terrace, Bray, Co Wicklow.

Confirmation Day out

Powerscourt Arms Country House Planning a special Dinner or Communion/Confirmation Lunch Celebration in Wicklow? Why not allow our team of award winning chef ’s design the perfect menu for you

Offering superb venues for families, we would be delighted to welcome you

3 Course menus starting from only €21.95 per adult, €6.95 per child.

Phone the sales team in Enniskerry on (01) 2828903. Phone the sales team in Newtownmountkennedy on (01) 2015603.

5. Don’t forget to send out your invite,

fore – balloons, banners, plastic plates, cups etc. are all that’s needed. If doing so on social media be sure to 9. A week before – confirm with the enhit the privacy button to ensure only tertainer, cake maker or anyone else your loved ones will see it. involved. 6. Cake? Are you baking it yourself or 10. Two days before – Shop for food items, ordering it? If ordering get onto that Parkview Hotel, Main Street, Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow have you got your camera ready? now to201 avoid disappointments.| Ifwww.parkviewhotel.ie T: 01 5600any | info@parkviewhotel.ie Plenty of film/memory. baking yourself now is the time to get 11. The day before – give a final spring any tins, spoons, mixers you might clean, bake your cake, prepare any need. Know your recipe and it would food that can be done in advance and do no harm to have a practise run. make sure you have everything you 7. Create a simple menu, the last thing need. you will need on party day is unnecessary stress so ‘sandwiches, cold meats, 12. PARTY DAY – relax and enjoy your child’s last BIG celebration in primary salads’ are all perfect for this time of school. This is their day and you’re gothe year. ing to make it prefect for them. Have a 8. Shop for any non-food items now to great confirmation day! save on a huge expense the week be-

If you’re looking for a quiet relaxed setting, you are guaranteed to find it in the luxurious ambience of Dún Bistro overlooking Dublin Bay.

dishes each prepared with fresh ingredients by head chef Karl Smith.

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2 Course - €15.95 3 Course - €18.95 s

Starters

Baked King Prawns with cherry tomato, garlic & chilli Crusty bread & tossed leaves Homemade chicken & port pate with crisp bread & homemade chutney Deep fried golden garlic mushrooms with garlic & parsley mayonnaise Bochelli crisp pancetta & sundried tomato Caesar salad Bowl of homemade minestrone soup with crusty bread Focaccia bread with sunbrushed tomato, black olives & fresh rosemary

Main Courses

8oz Irish Sirloin Steak with sauted onion & mushrooms – chips & tossed salad (please note there is a €4 supplement for 8oz Irish Sirloin Steak) Pan-fried fillet of hake with ragu of Italian roast vegetables & spiced cannellini beans Saltimbocca Ala Romina – Medallions of veal stuffed with fresh garden sage & mozzarella then wrapped in parma ham served with a butter & sage sauce Oven baked Chicken parmaginio – Fillet of chicken topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella & parmesan Homemade meat or vegetable lasagne with grilled garlic bread & choice of tossed salad or chips Shayna’s Pasta Special: Strips of chicken cooked with roast peppers, red onion in sweet chilli sauce. Served with a choice of pasta Assorted mushroom & baby spinach risotto with fresh parmesan & basil pesto Traditional fresh Fish n’Chips in light crisp batter with tossed salad, garden pea pure & homemade tartare sauce Bochelli Pizza of your choice with 2 toppings s

Deserts

Homemade banoffi pie | Chocolate covered profiteroles | Death by Chocolate | Strawberry Cheesecake | Selected ice cream with warm balsamic winter berries

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Fashion Focus

To advertise images of your fashion, shoes & accessories on our fashion pages

Lace Dress EUR25, Available from heatons

All about the Tunic

simple but pretty & very affordable: Chiffon Tunic EUR16

Don’t Dress to Impress! Dress to leave an Impression!

Camo Dress EUR16

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Gorgeous paired with our pick of tops or simply with plain blacks, whites or coloured t-shirts! Denim Jeans EUR20,

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pair with skinnys or tuck into a midi for a different look each time: Oversized Flutter Slv Tee EUR11 Available from Penneys

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Printed Skinny Jeans EUR38 Available from next

Coral Knitted Jumper EUR22.99 Available from New look

J’adore Swing EUR8 Available from Penneys

Fashion Focus

please contact Natasha Coffey on tel: 0404 – 66990 between 9am – 2pm Mon-Fri.

Dates for your fashion diary this month sees us with Mother's day, St. Patrick's Day and Easter’ ladies, each one needing that special little something from our wardrobes to make sure we are not just feeling FAB but looking AMAZING! Hot from the high street we have just what every woman wants!

Keep it Handy!

Thank Heaven for Kimono:

It’s still all about the big bag this season!

Fringe Kimono EUR15 Available from Penneys

perfect with any outfits

Printed Co-ord Kimono EUR24.99 Available from new look

Side Zip Bag EUR15

Structured Handbag EUR13

Lace Trim Satchel EUR11

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LDK Xbody EUR11

Colour Block Bag EUR10

Buckle Bag EUR13

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Navy Floral Print Kimono EUR24.99 Available from new look

Blanket Fringe Kimono EUR15

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Unsure about strutting around in Stilettos? Well this is the season for you! Tan Cork Heel Shoe EUR18

Boxy Open Kimono EUR15 Available from Penneys

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Blue Lace Caged Bra EUR11.99. High Waisted Briefs EUR7.99 Available from new look

Black Buckle Boot EUR25

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Lace Peach Set EUR13 Available from Penneys

Black Strawberry Lace Set EUR5 Available from Penneys

Floral Bra EUR14.99, Briefs EUR7.99 Available from new look

Fabulously Accessorized! Plait Floppy EUR9 Available from penneys

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Sport Focus

March

Irish Football Team

Boxing Main Event: Lamont Peterson vs Danny Garcia / Super Lightweight Co-feature: Peter Quillin vs Andy Lee, WBO World Middleweight title Sat, Apr 11th 2015 @ Barclays Center, Brooklyn, New York, USA WBA/WBC light welterweight champion Danny Garcia (29-0, 17 KOs) will be facing IBF World super light welterweight champion Lamont Peterson (33-2-1, 17 KOs) in a unification match on April 11th on NBC. Garcia, 26, was given a gift decision over Mauricio Herrera last year in March in a fight that Garcia clearly lost in Puerto Rico. The judges gave Garcia a win by a 12 round majority decision, but the boxing world saw it as Garcia losing the fight. WBO middleweight champion Andy Lee (34-2, 24 KOs) will be making his first defense against a very tough customer in Peter “Kid Chocolate” Quillin (31-0, 22 KOs) on April 11th on the undercard of the Danny Garcia – Lamont Peterson catch-weight fight in New York. Lee is

Danny Garcia

Andy Lee going to have a really tough time holding onto his WBO strap for more than one title defense unless his power bails him out again.

The 2015 Masters

The 2015 Masters Tournament will be the 79th edition of the Masters Tournament and the first of golf’s four major championships to be held in 2015. It will be held from April 9th – 12th at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. The Masters is less than 30 days away, so it isn’t too early to start looking at potential winners. As we’ve seen as a general theme over the last few years on the PGA Tour, there’s been a youth movement. With one exception, I think that trend could continue once we focus in on Augusta National in the first full week of April. With that, here are our 3 early favorites to win the Masters:

3. Matt Kuchar 38

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Kuchar is our “exception to the youth” rule. Then again, at 36, he really isn’t that old. Kuchar’s first Masters appearance was in 1998 when he tied for 21st as the reigning U.S. Amateur champ. After a little rough patch in his professional career in the early 2000s, Kuchar has gone on to become one of the most consistent players in the world. He’ll head to Augusta National this spring having finished no worse than a tie for eighth in his last three trips to the Masters.

2. Rickie Fowler

Surely you’ve heard, but the 26-year-old Fowler was the only player to finish in the top 5 at all four majors in 2014. His 2014 major finishes: T5 Masters; T2 U.S. Open; T2 Open Championship; T3 PGA Championship. That’s crazy good. Fowler is hoping the adage, “If you put yourself in a position to win enough times, eventually you’re going to win” applies to him. The Masters will be our first look at how much “major” confidence Fowler took away from 2014.

1. Rory McIlroy

He’s the most electrifying player in the world right now. Already a four-time major champion at age 25, McIlroy is looking to complete the career grand slam at the Masters in April and also win his third consecutive major. All eyes will be on Rory and rightfully so. That’s the position he’s put himself in and -- furthermore -- no one’s expectations for McIlroy are higher than those he has for himself. Anything less than a win at Augusta National would be disappointing...

Sport Focus Monday 16th March 20:00

Swansea

Liverpool

Saturday 21st March

Robbie Keane

UEFA European Championship Qualifying Round

Republic of Ireland v Poland Aviva Stadium, Dublin Sunday, 29th March 2015 - 19:45 Over 41,000 tickets have already been distributed through pre-sale channels for this fixture through Season Ticket / Club Ireland holders and clubs and leagues. Poland currently sit at the top of Group D with 10 points, while the Republic of Ireland sit in joint second place with Germany and Scotland on seven points. Ireland has faced Poland 25 times since 1938, recording 6 wins, 9 draws and 10 defeats, most recently in Poznan, which ended in a 0-0 draw played out in November 2013. To purchase tickets, or for further information, go to www.fai.ie or www. ticketmaster.ie