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dining dining & entertainment CO. WICKLOW
DUBLIN
The Silken Thomas, The Square, Kildare, Co. Kildare. Tel: (045) If Ireland is the Emerald Isle, then
522232; Email: info@silkenthomas.com; Web:
Blessington Enniskerry
Bray
KILDARE
Wicklow is its greenest county.
Greystones
www.silkenthomas.com. The Lord Edward is located beside a Norman Known as the ‘Garden of Ireland’,
castle in Kildare Town which was, in the 13th century, one of the
Roundwood
Wicklow is a land of majestic
most important castles in Leinster, ranking with the castles at
Glendalough Laragh
mountains and spectacular valleys,
Wicklow
Kilkenny, Carlow and Ferns. We are located off the main M7 the most famous of which is the
Baltinglass Rathdrum
motorway, beside the Silken Thomas and offer secure parking. All
Macreddin
Brittas beautiful Glendalough, home to one of
Bay
rooms are en suite with tea and coffee-making facilities and a TV.
Aughrim
CARLOW Avoca the country’s oldest monastic
Special rates can be offered for group bookings. Nearby golf, fishing,
Arklow
settlements, built in the 6th century
Japanese Gardens/National Stud, Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park,
WEXFORD
by St. Kevin. County Wicklow is an
famous racecourses Curragh, Naas, Punchestown are a short distance area rich in history and culture with
from Kildare. Also visit Kildare Chic Outlet Village for all your designer five of Ireland’s finest Historic Houses and Gardens, including
brands. For the ultimate night out why not dine in our brand new Powerscourt and Avondale House. With a stunning variety of
restaurant, Chapter 16, and enjoy a few drinks in Lil Flanagan's, landscapes, from colourful mountain ranges to sandy beaches
Squires, or Flanagan's Lounge - our three pubs will cater for all your straddling its unique coastline, the county is a haven for fans of
needs ensuring a quality experience and service with a smile. outdoor pursuits. But there is far more to Wicklow than her
magnificent scenery, history and culture. There are over 20 golf
publicbuilding places of interest courses to choose from, the Wicklow Mountains National Park to
The Irish National Stud, Japanese Gardens & St. Fiachra’s Garden, Tully, discover and craft and film trails to explore, while crystal streams lie
Co. Kildare. Tel: (045) 521617; Email: japanesegardens@eircom.net; in the folds of the Wicklow foothills waiting to challenge the expert
Web: www.irish-national-stud.ie. One of the “gems of Ireland’s heritage”, angler or first-time fisherman. For further information contact Wicklow
this outstanding attraction is an unforgettable experience. Daily guided County Tourism, Tel: (0404) 20070 or visit www.wicklow.ie/tourism.
tours of the Irish National Stud. Visit the Japanese Gardens – not only
artistic and horticultural but also religious, philosophical and historical. pointofinterest activities & pastimes
Entered via an underground stone passage, St. Fiachra’s commemorative County Wicklow Film Commission, County Buildings, Wicklow.
garden is an oasis of woodland and lakes. Also on site is the Irish Horse Tel: (0404) 20257; Email: wfc@wicklowcoco.ie; Web:
Museum, craft shop and restaurant. www.wicklowfilmcommission.com. County Wicklow: The number one film
location in Ireland. Ballykissangel, Braveheart, King Arthur, Reign of
MAYNOOTH Fire, The Tudors, Becoming Jane... Hundreds of films have been shot in
Maynooth is an attractive town whose tree-lined streets feature many County Wicklow. Find out more from www.wicklowfilmcommission.com
historic buildings. Nearby is Carton House, a splendid Georgian or contact us for a free film location brochure.
mansion built by the Earls of Kildare in the 18th century. The
parkland boasts two fantastic golf courses. Also worth visiting are the
keep and great hall of the 13th century Maynooth Castle, situated just
outside the grounds of the famous seminary and university of St.
Patrick’s College. Its Bicentenary Garden, created to commemorate the
college’s 200th anniversary in 1995, is based on a Biblical theme and
features plants mentioned in the Bible. Tel: (01) 708 3576.
NAAS
Naas is one of Kildare’s most vibrant shopping locations and with its
wealth of hotels, guesthouses and restaurants it’s the perfect base for
touring the county. Just outside Naas is Mondello Park, Ireland’s only
international race circuit, about 30km west of Dublin and well
signposted off the N7 motorway. All spectators are welcome, and for
those in search of a more hands-on experience, the Motor Racing
School offers courses in a single-seater and race-prepared saloon cars.
Tel: (045) 860200. Nearby Kill is the home of the world-famous
Goff’s Bloodstock Sales, Tel: (045) 886600, and Kill International
Equestrian Centre, host to the equestrian events of the 2003 Special
Olympics World Games, Tel: (045) 877333. The Villa Spa recently
opened at the Killashee House Hotel, offering the perfect chance to
rejuvenate following a day of touring, Tel: (045) 879277.
NEWBRIDGE
The town of Newbridge, about 45km south west of Dublin, is the gateway
to the Curragh and home of Newbridge Silverware. Those wishing to trace
their Irish roots in the county will find an excellent service at the
Kildare Heritage and Genealogy Company. Tel: (045) 433602.
STRAFFAN
The village of Straffan is south west of Celbridge on the road to Clane. It
is home to the Straffan Steam Museum, which has displays, models and
full-sized working steam engines. The Straffan Butterfly Farm in nearby
Ovidstown has exotic live butterflies in its tropical greenhouse. Also worth
a visit is the 18th century Walled Garden located outside the village.
Perhaps its biggest claim to fame is the K Club, venue of the 2006
Ryder Cup, and probably the most renowned golf club in the country. Horses grazing in Wicklow’s green pastures.
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