Laragh Glendalough Notes Week Beg 18th May

Lap of the Gap

Well done to all the participants in last Saturday’s Lap of the Gap. All the organisers and volunteers did such a fantastic job! So many people from all over Ireland and other countries compete in this event. The weather was beautiful, everyone was in great spirits and delighted to be treated with refreshments in the Brockagh Resource Centre.

The Glendalough Lap of the Gap Marathon / Glen to Glen Half-marathon was created in 2016 and is a road race with all the benefits of a trail run: beautiful scenery and the opportunity to run against a challenging and memorable course. All in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains National Park in aid of local club Glendalough AC. 

Brockagh Country Market & Car Boot Sale-Sun 14th JUNE 

Discover bargains and unique handmade crafts at Brockagh Market/Carboot in Laragh (A98 D3H1)!! You'll find a wide range of items, including gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, and household goods. Whether you're a dedicated bargain hunter or simply enjoy browsing for affordable gifts, this is the place for you. The market is open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Enjoy our affordable Hot Dog and Burger as a family lunch treat, and don't miss out on a delicious homemade dessert from our regular baker with your tea or coffee!

INSIDE SPACE €17(with table) OUTSIDE SPACE €15 (bring own table).

The barrier is locked from 6pm on Saturday evening until 8am on Sunday morning. For enquiries, contact us by phone at 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email carbootbrockagh@gmail.com. All stallholders must pre-book their space. Visit our website at www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie. 

Pilgrim Walk

Following the tradition of pilgrimage, a series of walks has been organised to mark St. Kevin’s Day on Saturday June 6th, 2026. Participants will walk towards Glendalough following a choice of 7 different routes which will merge along the way with other walkers from the same area.

Pick one of the routes and then contact the group leader who will confirm the details on the route’s length, starting time, location or by joining en route for shorter options. Each person will walk all or part of their chosen route finishing with a ‘gathering’ of walkers sharing refreshments at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh A98 D3H1 around 2pm. For route options/contact to a group leader please go to www.glendaloughhermitage.ie.

Avondale GAA

Avondale All Stars were back last weekend which is fantastic to see. Inclusive GAA group for children from senior infants to 6th class. Focus on fun, participation and social inclusion, not competition. For interest please contact our coaches: Darragh (086) 666 0888, Martina (087) 940 7301.

Laragh and Glendalough Tidy Towns News

We were delighted to present Cluain Ban Residents Association with funds to continue their terrific gardening and maintenance work on their estate. They deserve to be very proud of all the work they have done.

A presentation will take place this week to Beechwood, Mountain View and Brockagh neighbourhood. These presentations are made possible by recent donations from film companies, local people and our Christmas raffle. It is a joy for the LGTT committee to be in a position to share and reinvest in our wonderful community. 

Volunteers will be out this week planting and weeding in the village creating a colourful greeting to all our visitors. Thank you all for your support and ongoing work.

AA Meetings Every Week!

Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night. All are welcome to come along.

Summer Camps

Iora Rua Forest School

Summer Camps for 8-11 year olds: 14th-16th of July, 21st-23rd of July from 10am-1pm. Activities include games, songs, nature crafts and outdoor fun at Knockraheen Lane A98 HN24. Contact Rita(Forest School Leader and primary school teacher) phone no. 0868 074 2496.

Elevation Summer Camp

Elevation Cheer and Tumble Summer Camp is back in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh A98 D3H1 from July 13th to 17th. Tiny and Mini(Beg) 10-1pm, Youth/JR/SNR 10-2pm.

Free T-shirt for full payment received by May 31st. Laragh and Aughrim: elevationdance@gmail.com. Blessington: elevationallstars@gmail.com. Summer Camps also in Blessington from June 29th-July 3rd and Aughrim from July 6th -10th.

Walking  group in the Brockagh

On Monday mornings weekly at 10am join the Laragh walking group at the Brockagh Resource Centre for a walk around the Glendalough area for approximately one hour. This is a great way to meet and chat with others and with no fee involved. No need to book, just show up on the day.

Tea Dance Roundwood

You can catch a dance at the Roundwood Parish Hall on Sunday 31st May from 3pm to 6pm. The Wicklow Man will be playing with an entrance fee of €10.

Share Your News with the Community!

Do you have news or events to share with the Laragh, Glendalough, or Annamoe community?

We would love to hear from you! Send the details to brockaghoffice@gmail.com, and we will include them in the Community Notes for you. These notes are sent to the Wicklow People every week and shared on social media — helping your voice and news reach the whole community!