Aughrim and surroundings attractions
Fine Dining:
The Strawberry Tree at Brooklodge Hotel Tel: 0402 36444 La Taverna Armento at Brooklodge Hotel Tel: 0402 36444 Bates Restaurant Rathdrum Tel: 0404 29988 The Grainstore Restaurant Aughrim Tel: (0402) 94004 or 089-4106426 |
Coffee Shops:
The Stoncutter Aughrim Tel: 0402 94547 D’Lish at Riverside Business Centre Tinahely Tel: 0402 28828 Tinahely Farm Shop Tel: 087-8168457 |
Golf Courses:
Macreddin Golf Club Tel: 0402 36999 Woodenbridge Golf Club Tel: 0402 35202 The European Golf Club Tel: 0404 47415 Arklow Golf Club Tel: 0402 32492 Coollattin Golf Club Tel: 053 9429125 |
Walking:
There are countless walks in the immediate area. From the Sean Linehan Walk and The Pure Mile to the more adventurous Wicklow Way and Lugnaquilla. See ‘Stopping by Woods’ by Donal Magner. |
Arts:
Pottery and Woodturning School by Christien van Brussel Aughrim Tel: 086 8597264 Riverside Art Gallery Tinahely Tel: 0402 28786 Courthouse Art Centre Tinahely Tel: 0402 38529 |
Fishing:
Aughrim Angling Park: This 4 acre lake is within walking distance of the house. It is and award winning facility and ideal for children and beginners. Rods are for hire and bate is for sale. Tel: 0402 36552 River fishing: The Aughrim river, which runs by the property, is probably the best stocked trout river in the country. |
Bowling:
Aughrim Lawn Bowling Club is also only a short walk away. Aughrim has its own bowling green and bowling club. The bowling green is located on the grounds of the National Disabled Angling Facility. The Park Pavilion and bowling green were officially opened by President Mary McAleese on 7th June 2006. Tel: 0402 36552 |
Children:
Tinahely playground Activity Barn at Tinahely Farm Shop Tel: 087-8168457 Greenan Maze Tel: 086-8845624 Situated in the beautiful countryside of the Wicklow hills, only 10 min. from Aughrim, spend the whole day wandering around the farm in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. With loads of attractions to check out, the day will be packed full of things to do and will keep the kids fully occupied. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy! A great day out for all the family, our farm is suitable for all ages, ranging from toddlers to senior citizens, children’s parties and adult group tours. Clara Lara Funpark Tel: 0404-46161 Clara Lara is the place to come for a day away from the world of screens. Children can play outdoors, run around, use their imagination, stretch their physical fitness and not notice time going by. This is the perfect getaway for families from a busy bustling world. Clara Lara Funpark is the ultimate escape to the wilderness. |
Traditional Irish Pub:
The Dying Cow Pub This is a legendary pub located in The Wicklow hills, a place called Stranakelly approximately 3 miles from Shillelagh and 3 miles from Tinahely on the Wicklow way. There is a traditional Irish music session every second Thursday. Markets:
Macreddin Village Food Market allows Artisan Food Producers and Farm Food Producers to showcase and sell their products directly to the public and at the same time is Irelands only “no charge to stall holder market. Market visitors will experience a wide selection of the freshest and highest quality food stalls, live jazz, a spit roast, organic prosecco, creamy pints from Actons Country Pub plus much more. Macreddin Village Food Market - one of Ireland’s longest running Markets, takes place on the first Sunday of the month from April to October and runs from 12 noon to 5pm. Sure to be a fun day out for all the family. |
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Aughrim Town & Country Market Open every Saturday from 10am until 2pm. Stalls include meat, organic vegetables, cakes, savory home-baking, free range eggs, organic hemp products CBD, natural skincare products, handmade beeswax candles, plants, pottery, wood-turning, knitwear, jam, preserves and chutneys & even a tea/coffee, sweet bites and light lunch area! Lots of local growers & craftspeople.
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