Laragh Glendalough Notes Week Beg 14th Sept
Scrap Metal Collection-Laragh
Having a clear-out? From Friday 25th to Tuesday 29th September, you can drop off your unwanted scrap metal at the rear of the car park at Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh, Glendalough, Co. Wicklow, A98 D3H1.
Drop-off is FREE and all proceeds from the scrap metal collection will go towards supporting Brockagh Resource Centre.
We can accept everything from old pots, pans and radiators to bicycles, trailers, farm machinery, copper, brass and aluminium - see the graphic for the full list:
Accepted: Biscuit tins, steel oil tanks, steel window frames, steel coal bunkers, car batteries, radiators, solid fuel cookers, sheep wire, bicycles, old cars without tyres, and steel wheelbarrows, golf irons etc.
Prohibited: Fridges, freezers, cookers, timber, plastics, and tyres.
Contact information: brockaghoffice@gmail.com or phone us 0404 45600(Mon-Fri 9-4pm).Please do not remove scrap or metal from the premises. Camera in operation!
Mobile Library
NEXT DATE: Thurs Sept 17th & Oct 1st. A mobile comes to Laragh every second Thursday from 12.15 to 12.50pm and parks at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh, A98 D3H1. Go to www.wicklow.ie or contact staff on (087) 9135229.
Free access to many online resources including ebooks, languages, magazines, downloadable audio books, newspapers and more.
A Snapshot of Culture Night Events around Wickow (Friday18th September)
Argentine Tango Experience(Bray): Holy Redeemer Youth Parish Hall 5pm-11.30pm, photographic exhibition & beginner-friendly dance class.
Circus Fergus(Bray): Mermaid Arts Centre 5.10-7.10pm. Family friendly, comedy & performance art.
Stories & Rhythms (Greystones): Whale Theatre, community heritage performance & internationally inspired music.
Greystones Library: Creative stitching workshop with textile artist Tamara Fabance, followed by live performance with jazz guitarist Mike Nielsen from 4pm-6pm.
Botanical Watercolour Painting: Creative evening of botanical watercolour painting in the unique surroundings of Wicklow Art Workshop from 5pm-7pm.
More information & booking at https://culturenight.ie/events/?_sft_country=wicklow.
Dark Skies Presentation
A presentation by Kerem Asfuroglu founder of Dark Source in Roundwood Parish Hall at 8pm, Tuesday 15th Sept.
Kerem will provide insight into ways of tackling light pollution and protecting the dark skies of Roundwood and Wicklow. Site-specific observations and improvement potentials from Roundwood will be shared. Dark Source is an environmentally sustainable lighting design practice based in Gorey, Co.Wexford.
Laragh Badminton Club
Badminton classes in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh for adults on Mondays 7.30-9.30pm & Thurs 8.45-9.45pm. Contact Phil Curley 0404 45175/087 2067607 Or Gosia Ward 087 063 8898. A small club fee for the year applies for participation. All are welcome. Affiliated with Badminton Ireland.
Native Tree Walk(NPWS)
Join a National Parks & Wildlife Service guide to discover how to identify some of our native trees growing in the Upper Lake area of Glendalough. We will also talk about tree ecology and folklore. There will be an option at the end to see regeneration of native woodland within a tree ex-closure. On Sunday 27th September 2026 at 11am for approx. 90 minutes. Booking essential: to book, please email educationwmnp@npws.gov.ie. Meet at the National Park Information Office, Upper Lake, Glendalough, A98R221. Parking is available at the County Council Upper Lake Car Park, A98W778 (charges apply).
For more information, phone the Information Office Tel: 0404 45425; or email educationwmnp@npws.gov.ie. This event is organised by education staff based at Wicklow Mountains National Park who are employed by the National Parks & Wildlife Service under the aegis of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.
Woodland Walk & Talk
Introducing 'Friday at Brockagh'
We're exploring a new Friday morning get-together at Brockagh Resource Centre, a welcoming space to meet others, enjoy a cuppa and take part in a variety of community activities.
Future mornings could include crafts, talks, demonstrations and other shared activities, and we'd love the local community to help shape what #FridayAtBrockagh might become.
For our first morning, held as part of #NationalWalkingWeek2026 with Get Ireland Walking, join us for a free guided Woodland Walk & Talk through the leafy trails of Brockagh Woods, with time to enjoy the sights, sounds and stories of the woodland. Would you like to walk more but feel unsure about joining a walking group or heading out alone? Perhaps you haven't walked for a while and would simply enjoy some friendly company. This relaxed 3km walk will be taken at a comfortable pace, with shorter options available if needed.
No specialist walking gear is required - just comfortable clothes, a waterproof coat and trainers or walking shoes with a good grip. Please bring some water. Afterwards, join us at Brockagh Resource Centre to relax and chat over tea, coffee and delicious fresh scones for only €5. You're also welcome to join us afterwards without taking part in the walk. This event is on Friday 25th September at 10.30am in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh, Glendalough, Co. Wicklow, A98 D3H1. Guided walk: FREE. Tea, coffee and fresh scones afterwards: €5. Booking is essential for the walk as places are limited, so drop us an email or give us a ring to book (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm):0404 45600, brockaghoffice@gmail.com. Come along for our first 'Friday at Brockagh' and help us develop more Friday mornings for our local community.
Yoga with Louise
Vinyasa Krama Yoga (step-by-step). Classes are from 10am to 11.20 in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh.
The practice will provide gentle stretching, improved strength and flexibility, as well as help students to find balance and calm in everyday life. Louise takes students through Asana, Pranayama and Meditation for a full Yoga practice.
Contact Louise to book or for any queries: 087 603 2202, louise@louiseyoga.ie, www.louiseyoga.ie.
Table Tennis Club Roundwood
It's that time of year again. We are back for this coming season of Table Tennis on Monday night the 14th from 7.30-9.30pm in Roundwood Parish Hall (€5 per night). A great way to meet new people or learn a new sport ! Contact 085 118 5635. We are currently looking for new members to join our club.
Glen to Glen Hike
Registration is open for Our Lady's Hospice & Care Services-Wicklow Hospice Hike. On the 18th of October 2026 in Glendalough. The routes are 12km and 8km and suitable for most fitness levels.
To donate/register for this event please go to https://www.idonate.ie/event/glentoglen2026
Thank you for supporting Wicklow Hospice.
Chair Yoga
Classes are from 11.30am to 12.30 in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh.
Chair Yoga is suitable for those who find a regular yoga class too strenuous, are recovering from injury or illness or are generally less active and mobile. Louise's classes include physical poses (asana), breathing practices (pranayama) and relaxation and meditation. There is some standing work which is optional and done next to the chair.
Contact Louise to book or for any queries: 087 603 2202, louise@louiseyoga.ie, www.louiseyoga.ie.
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