Kiltegan, Wicklow

Visiting Kiltegan Co Wicklow:

Kiltegan, a ‘tidy towns’ winner, is a pretty little village that can offer golf, hunting, horse riding and horse racing as the Punchestown, Curragh and Naas racecourses are all within a half hour drive or so.The area is ideal for walking in the lovely Wicklow Mountains.

For those searching for spiritual calm and time in their life the Tearmann Spirituality Centre is a retreat-type accommodation (beside Sika lodge between Glendalough and Laragh) Tel: + 353 59 6473600

Kilranelagh Lodge country sports and activity centre is a recent addition to the accommodation on offer here in Kiltegan. Kilranelagh Lodge is situated in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains.It is set in an area of designated outstanding natural beauty and offers luxurious B&B or self catering packages to include activities of your choice. see following page for details

Or for those looking to have the (hunting) time of their life the fairytale-like Humewood Castle offers an unforgettable experience with hunting / hill walking /and more. Humewood castle was of course, the home of Mr. Hume, MP of County Wicklow in 1803 and was the location of the famous rebel Michael Dwyers’ surrender.

It was agreed that he and his four lieutenants would be pardoned and with their families be sent to America. However, he was informed that he was being sent as a free man to the penal colonies of Australia.

A nice alternative would be the spacious and relaxing accommodation of Olive and John Hobson’s delightful Georgian House: Barraderry Country House-Tel: + 353 (0) 508 73209

The local IT centre runs various computer related courses throughout the year and are contactable on: Tel: + 353 59 6473330 or by email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Alternatively view www.win.ie for more details.

Kiltegan – Bed and Breakfasts, Country Homes and Farmhouse accommodation in Kiltegan Co Wicklow

Barraderry Country House
Kiltegan
Co Wicklow

Contact Name: Mr & Mrs Hobson

Book: +353 (0) 508 73209
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Web: www.barraderrycountryhouse.com

Big bedrooms with country views are beautifully furnished with old family furniture and have well-finished bathrooms and there is a spacious sitting room for guests’ use too. Contact olive or John Hudson for a warm welcome.

Kilranelagh Lodge
Spynans
Kiltegan
Baltinglass
Co Wicklow

(self catering and B&B offered)

Book: +353 (0) 59 6481662
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Web: www.kilranelagh.com

The Main Lodge is set in the Mountains surrounded by landscaped gardens and offers b&b accommodation in three bedrooms. Each bedroom is decorated to a very high standard and provides:

• Beautiful views across the wicklow mountains
• Luxury Beds and Linen
• En suite bathrooms

Specialist Accommodation in Kiltegan

Humewood Castle
Kiltegan
Co Wicklow

Contact Name: Irene Donohoe

Book: +353 (0) 508 73215
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Recently bought with renovations planned it would be best to phone and check the situation here as they have also lost their website domain….

Self Catering Accommodation in Kiltegan Co Wicklow

Kilranelagh Lodge
Spynans
Kiltegan
Baltinglass
Co Wicklow

(self catering and B&B offered)

Book: +353 (0) 59 6481662
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Web: www.kilranelagh.com

A lovely sporting Lodge in the midst of the Wicklow Mountains, less than one hour from Dublin and four miles from Baltinglass.

Upon first entering the sporting lodge you are greeted by its large entrance hall featuring an open gallery. The interior decor is in the style of the old world with warm colours, stone masonry and oceans of antique pine.

Woodenbridge, Wicklow

Visiting Woodenbridge:

Woodenbridge is a popular tourist destination for those looking to take time out from the pressures of modern living. Hardly suprising when you see its located in the beautiful Vale of Avoca Co Wicklow with two rivers – the aughrim river and the avoca river meeting here (and again at the infamous ‘meeting of the waters’).

The Best Western run Woodenbridge Hotel and Lodge Wicklow, is a dependable place to stay or visit with entertainment in the bar most nights – particuarly in Summer but also throughout the winter. If the hired band/ singer doesn’t entertain you , rest assured that a few ‘ceoils’ from the Wicklow locals will! (what a sweet old man that sang when we were last there.!)

The Lodge is relatively new (2004) and is located across the road from the hotel. It houses 40 en suite rooms, lovely friendly staff and a very nice Italian restaurant. Food is also served in the hotel daily including bar food in the bar.
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Local Wicklow amenities comprise of such natural joys as fishing (brown trout populate the Aughrim river), golfing - the woodenbridge golf club Wicklow is directly across from the hotel, making it an ideal golfers’ break and fabulous forest walks – the nearby Glenart forest  Wicklow (now that’s natural to me) offers some truly memorable walks especially in late spring when the Rhodedendrons are in bloom.

Pony trekking, Shooting and Orienteering (Being a dog I am good at that as I have a great nose for trails and scents) are also popular amongst locals and visitors alike and the hotel offers the slightly unusual but enthralling package of a Wicklow Falconry stay where you get to spend a day doing falconry. Wow – I for one intend to try it out before the years’ end. As long as the falcon doesn’t use me as a catch!

Did I mention that this wicklow hotel is apparently the oldest in Ireland let alone Wicklow? (Don’t worry , they have updated their facilities). It dates from the 1600’s when it was originally a coach-house, ran all through the wicklow gold and copper mining period of the 17th century and is still going strong in the technological age that is today (big word for a small dog eh?). Well worth a wicklow visit.

Wicklow Town, Wicklow

Visiting Wicklow Town:

Wicklow town is located immediately south of Co Dublin on the east coast of Ireland. Known as the garden of Ireland, Wicklow boasts spectacular sandy beaches , colorful public gardens, all levels of walking trails and the attractive functioning wicklow harbour.

It is therefore no suprise that Wicklow town has found itself the subject of a property explosion to cater for the ever expanding irish population.Being serviced well by both bus and rail (although more trains would be welcome…) the town is easily accessible for commuters from dublin to wexford via wicklow train station and visitors alike.

It is here from wicklow harbour that the annual Round Ireland Yacht Race begins and ends and wicklow town also hosts a number of festivals throughout the year including wicklow drama, wicklow arts, the wicklow regatta and wicklows st Patricks day parade of course!

Wicklow town offers accommodation for the weary traveller in the form of wicklow hotels, country houses and bed and breakfasts. Wicklow’s ever increasing population (currently standing at 10,000), brings with it the benefit of an expanding cultural awareness and a variety of wicklow services and businesses to cater to the populations’ needs.

An example of such is the polski shop to the right of wicklow towns main street catering for the needs of our newest european residents from Poland, Latvia Estonia, Croatia, and Lithuania, plus the Wicklow Arts Club (for eg) often run informative cross cultural entertainment to suit every taste on wednesday evenings once a month in wicklow sailing club down at wicklow harbour.

For those who like to party there are many bars and pubs in Wicklow including Silvers nightclub in the Grand hotel, wicklow,  offers weekly wicklow disco fever as does its popular neighbour Nell Keenans, (previously the Olde Forge) not to mention the late bar in Ernies and the close by Clouseaus nightclub in Ashford Co Wicklow is serviced by minibus from the town thus enabling one to have a choice of where to shake their booty!

One of Wicklow towns most well known pubs in yers gone by – Phils, is unfortunately lacking in music but I guess the ever popular Bridge tavern makes up for it with live bands playing almost every night.

The many fine wicklow restaurants and cafes in wicklow town offer a more relaxing evening where you can enjoy the casual friendliness of a rural town mixed with the big city catering abilities of highly qualified chefs.

One fine example is sitting on the balcony (on a warm evening of course) overlooking the river as you enjoy your fine wine and great food in Rugatino’s restaurant  down on wicklow quay.
See our restaurants page for more details.. .

The three main publications for the town are The Wicklow People (every Thursday priced at approx €1.90); The Wicklow Times (Mondays – free of charge, tel: 01 2869111) and the latest newspaper The Wicklow News which is published every Tuesday.

Wicklow town has everything from hobby shops to bookies to shoe boutiques to wine specialists for the shopping lover in you.

Whatever your interest you can be sure that it is within or in close proximity to Wicklow town making it an ideal base for living or visiting this garden county of Ireland.

So go on, live life the wicklow way.

Hotels in Wicklow Town:

The Grand Hotel Wicklow town, wicklow

Wicklow Hotel Is Ready To Welcome You

The Grand Hotel in Wicklow Town is only 40 minutes away from Dublin city this hotel will prove a great get-away hotel while also being within easy reach of the city. The hotel comprises 33 guestrooms that have been designed with the comfort and convenience of the valued guest foremost in mind.

The Grand Hotel in Wicklow Town is one of Co Wicklows' most well known landmarks with a rich history of holding wicklow events, weddings and catering for the accommodation needs of the weary traveller of course! The Grand hotel Wicklow currently have an amazing wedding deal on offer with weddings available for under €5000. A grand way to spend to your wedding day in the beautiful county of Wicklow indeed. Wicklow Hotels such as the Grand Hotel Wicklow Town, offer a convenient base to work from when visiting the famous Wicklow tourist attractions of Avoca, Glendalough, Blessington and more. Wicklow Town itself has a splendid coastline with a wonderful breathtaking walk over the wicklow head by the black castle, whilst Wicklow harbour offers the first glimpse of an Irish sun rise! The Grand Hotel Wicklows' Manager Veronica is looking forward to welcoming those new to and those familiar with the Grand Hotel Wicklow, be it for the local wicklow events such as the upcoming Wicklow Regatta, debs parties, conferences and wicklow weddings of course - those wedding packages really are an amazing deal! If you have any queries about bed and breakfast rates at the hotel, room hire, or just fancy an overnight stay in this warm and welcoming Wicklow Town hotel then do not hesitate to contact them today.

The Grand Hotel Wicklow Wicklow Town,Co. Wicklow Ireland

Tel: +353 (0)404 67337 Fax: +353 (0)404 69607 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Web: www.grandhotel.ie

Taxi Services in Wicklow town:

66100 Cabs
58 Main Street,
Wicklow Town
Wicklow
Tel: +353 (0) 404 66100

Church Street Cabs
9 Church Street,
Wicklow Town
Wicklow
tel: +353 (0) 404 69500

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