Glendalough Community Excavations
We are delighted to announce that Glendalough Community Excavations will return weekdays 23rd June-4th July 2025. If you have an interest in archaeology and Glendalough it is a fantastic experience. We regret we cannot offer places to those under 18 this year. Adult places (subject to availability) are available from fixed blocks of two or three days. No prior knowledge of excavation is required and we endeavour to accommodate people of all abilities. For information and details of application please email glendaloughheritageforum@gmail.com.
Supported by: UCD School of Archaeology, The Heritage Council, Wicklow County Council, Glendalough Heritage Forum, Wicklow Mountains National Park, OPW – Office of Public Works, Glendalough Visitor Centre, Wicklow Community Archaeology, UCD College of Social Sciences and Law, University College Dublin, National Monuments Service – Archaeology, National Museum of Ireland, Discovery Programme
https://glendalough.wicklowheritage.org/
Elevation School of Performing Arts
Classes available at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh on Mondays 4.15 Acro Squad, 5pm Arco L2, 6.30pm Adv Tumbling/Squad Dance. On Wednesdays 2.45pm Tiny Acro/Dance/Mini Acro, 3.30pm Youth Cheer/Dance, 4.30pm Cheer Team: Lucky Stars, 5pm Gr ¾ Mod, 6pm Snr Mod (2hrs), 7pm Zumba(45mins). Saturdays are 9am Technique Team & Squad.
We offer graded examinations, performances and workshops in a safe and encouraging environment with fully qualified teachers. Email elevationdance@gmail.com to register for classes or text 0868256775.Website at www.elevationschoolofperformingarts.com.
Safety Measures in Laragh
Laragh Glendalough Tidy Towns met with Councillor Shane Langrell addressing safety measures for our village and environment last week. Such as, traffic calming; pedestrian crossing; street lights; kerbing along with many other concerns. Looking forward to some positive outcomes in the future.
Pilates Classes in Laragh
Pilates strengthens core muscles, improves muscle control, flexibility, strength and tone, as well as alignment and breathing. Zara Elkinson has trained and qualified through the STOTT Pilates Method of Movement. This method combines modern theories of exercise science with spinal rehabilitation, which gives a safe and effective exercise that sees results and is accessible to all. Offering STOTT Pilates Matwork Classes based in Co.Wicklow. Both group and private classes available, Beginners and Improvers welcome! Like on Facebook @PilatesWithZara. Contact Zara on 0879367474. Classes are on Mon eve at 7pm.
Westport Music Break
Tour includes Achill Island, Castlebar & Doolough Valley. October 16th-20th
5 Day Tour. Price: €499 Per Person Sharing. €120 Extra for Single Room.
Dinner Bed & Breakfast in Woods Hotel, Westport.
Contact: Susan at 087 627 3032. Deposit of €200 before 1st August 2025.
Wicklow Mountains National Park Easter Egg Hunt
EASTER TREASURE HUNT – ALL ABOUT HARES
We’re running another of our popular treasure hunts through the Easter holidays. Simply pick up a map and a treasure hunt sheet from the National Park Information Office, and off you go. This is a free, self-guided event that takes about 30 minutes – perfect for families visiting Glendalough.
However, please note – there are no prizes and no chocolate!!! It’s just a bit of fun.
When: Daily between Saturday 12th April and Sunday 27th April.
Time: Drop by anytime between 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Where: National Park Information Office, close to the Upper Lake in Glendalough.
Parking: The closest car park is the Upper Lake Car Park. Parking charges apply.
Cost: This event is free of charge. Booking: No need to book; just come along. All are welcome.
For More Info: Phone 0404 45425
Laragh Active Retirement Group
Our Active Retirement Group meets every Tuesday 10.45am – 12pm at the Brockagh Centre. If you fancy a chat, a cuppa, some light exercise, dancing and music come along on a Tuesday morning. We’d like to encourage anyone who loves arts & crafts or any other hobby, maybe you’ve learned new skills and would like the space to practice and share your skills with other members, come along and join us. We always welcome new members to join our group.
There will be no Active Retirement meeting Easter week Tuesday 22nd April. The group have a full list of activities and Day trips planned over the coming weeks. The May Tea Dance will take place on Sunday 25th May 3pm – 6pm at the Brockagh Centre Laragh, music by the Wicklow Man. The cost is €10 and free parking. If anyone would like to join, offer their services or share their skills with the group please contact the centre. For more information call Denise on 0404 45600, contact any committee member, email brockaghoffice@gmail.com laraghglendaloughara@gmail.com or drop in to the centre.