Laragh Glendalough Notes Week Beg 29th Sept

Squirrel Gathering Acorns

Mobile Library

Join us and show your support for this fantastic service on October 2nd! It's an invaluable resource for our community. If you need any specific literature that isn't available on the bus, they'll be happy to source it for you. The mobile comes to Laragh every second Thursday from 12.15 to 12.50pm and parks at the Brockagh Resource Centre. 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. 

Laragh & Glendalough Tidy Towns News

Community Employment Programme

A position has opened again in the Community Employment Programme working with Laragh & Glendalough Tidy Towns.

We really appreciate all the great work CE employee Mike has done this year and we wish him every success in the future. The position will be advertised with the community in due course. 

Wicklow Tidy Towns Forum Event

A few of our members went along to the  annual County Wicklow Tidy Towns Forum Event that took place on Saturday, 20th September in the Conference Room of An Tairseach, Wicklow. This event brought together groups from across the county for a full day of expert presentations, discussions, and celebrations.

Scoil Chaomhín Naofa Wood Project

Operation Bluebell was successfully completed at the school last week, with the children actively involved in planting. A total of 1,000 woodland bulbs were planted and fenced off, ready to bloom by springtime. Huge thanks to Principal Meg and her wonderful team of educators. A special shout-out to LGTT members Sonia, Sinead, Colette, Pat, and Mike—your efforts were incredible.

We also want to express our gratitude to the O'Rourke brothers at Annamoe Sawmills for generously providing the stakes free of charge.

From the dead hedge installation by Noel, Eoin, Colette, Finian, and our LGTT Junior members Eanna and Brendan, to the site preparation and bulb planting, everyone worked so hard to make this project a success. Thank you all, and well done!

Wicklow Way Music Academy

Wicklow Way Music Academy is coming to Roundwood, Laragh, Annamoe & the surrounding areas.

We want to hear your thoughts and invite you to help us shape a musical hub that serves the community. Please take two minutes to fill in our survey. Drop us an e-mail to: Hello@ellavoice.com

Scrap Collection Laragh

The scrap metal collection wrapped up on Monday, September 29th, at the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh. A big thank you to everyone who donated their scrap metal last week!

Rut Watch

Sunday 12th October 2025 at 11am. to 4pm.

Wicklow is home to a large population of wild deer. They are particularly impressive in autumn when the males challenge each other and vie for females. This is called the ‘rut’, and is always a great time to watch our wild deer.

Where: Glendalough, at the Glenealo footbridge on the ‘Spinc & Glenealo Valley’ walking trail (white arrows). Participants are advised to visit the Information Office (Upper Lake, Glendalough) to get directions to the telescopes before setting out.

Charge: This event is free of charge, but please be aware that the Upper Lake car park (Wicklow Co. Co.) has a €4 charge. Booking: Booking is not necessary. Bad Weather Protocol: This event will be cancelled in the event of bad weather. If in doubt, ring our Information Office

More Information: National Park Information Office – 0404 45425 (open 10am – 5:30pm)

New Memory Cafe in Laragh

A free monthly event for people living with dementia/memory problems, family carers, friends and healthcare professionals to connect, socialise and source info. Upcoming dates are 10th Oct, 14th Nov, 12th Dec, 9th Jan, 13th Feb and Fri 13th March. Email memorycafelaragh@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook: Laragh Memory Cafe.

Save the Date!

Laragh Christmas lights are having a fundraiser on the 17th of October 2025 with a competitively friendly Table Quiz. The big Christmas Switch On will be held on the 22nd of November this year beginning yet again much festive cheer to the village of Laragh.

Brockagh Country Market & Car Boot Sale

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 inquiries, 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. Event once a month, 2nd Sunday (except in Jan/Feb).

TRADERS-BOOKINGS OPEN FOR BROCKAGH CHRISTMAS MARKET SUN NOV 3OTH!