Laragh Glendalough Notes Week Beg 31st August

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.

Glendalough Car Boot & Community Market - 13th Sept

We are looking forward to seeing you at the Glendalough Car Boot & Community Market in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh (A98 D3H1). Browse a fantastic selection of bargains, handmade crafts and locally produced goods on 13th Sept. You'll find a wide variety of items including gifts, clothing, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, artwork, tools, household goods and much more. Whether you're searching for a hidden treasure, picking up an affordable gift or simply enjoying a leisurely browse, there's something for everyone.

Make a day of it and enjoy an affordable hot dog or burger for lunch, followed by one of our regular baker's delicious homemade desserts with a cup of tea or coffee. Stall spaces- inside €17 (table included), outside: €15 (bring your own table).  Please note: All stallholders must pre-book their space. The entrance barrier is locked from 6:00pm on Sat until 8:00am on Sun. For bookings and enquiries, call 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri, 9:00am–4:00pm) or email carbootbrockagh@gmail.com. For more information, visit www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie.

Walk and Talk Glendalough

Most weeks the group walk in the Glendalough area. You can check it out on their FB page at @walkandtalkglendalough. 

Wicklow’s Wild Corridors: Our Hedgerow Network

You are warmly invited to an online lunchtime talk on Wicklow’s hedgerows: 

Tuesday, 1st of September 2026, 12.30pm–1.30pm, Online. 

The talk will explore the vital role of hedgerows within Wicklow’s wider ecological network, providing wildlife habitat and connecting nature across the landscape.

We’ll look at the findings of the 2023 County Wicklow Hedgerow Survey, the wildlife our hedgerows support, the pressures they face, and how we can better care for and protect them.

National Hedgerow Week, a partnership between Teagasc and the HeritageCouncil, celebrates these many roles and will feature articles, resources and events throughout the week.You can register here: https://buff.ly/PezR12W

Brockagh Christmas Craft Market-Registration Now Open

Our annual Christmas Craft Market in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh, County Wicklow (A98 D3H1) is back on Sun Nov 29th, 2026. If you would like to book a space at this very popular market email us at brockaghoffice@gmail.com or drop in to us for your booking form. Call us on 0404 45600(Mon-Fri 9-4pm) if you have any questions about this event.

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.

Memory Cafe in Laragh

Starting back Fri, 11th of Sept after taking a break for August. As usual we are open from 11am to 1pm in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh, A98 D3H1, Mountainview Room.

This is 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 11th Sept, 9th Oct, 13th Nov & 11th December.

Email memorycafelaragh@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook: Laragh Memory Cafe.

Garda Niall Kennedy is our guest speaker & music is from William Belton. All welcome!

Rathdrum Cancer Support

Rathdrum Cancer Support provides a TRANSPORT SERVICE to support individuals navigating a cancer diagnosis in Rathdrum and the wider community.  Since opening our new centre in 2024 we have expanded our services to include COUNSELLING, BREAST CARE, DROP-IN and more. 

Not everyone is on Facebook so if you know of someone in our area with a cancer diagnosis who might not know about us, and could need help with transport or other services, please encourage them to get in touch. Details are on our website and in this leaflet which can be picked up at the centre. 

ALL OUR SERVICES ARE FREE. More information at www.rathdrumcancersupport.com.

Brockagh Resource Centre

From the 7th of Sept our Autumn/Winter programme of community groups will return to the centre. Please check our noticeboard/website & individual groups for more information. 

Here is a reminder of some of our regular activities: Pilates with Zara, Chair Yoga or Vinyasa Yoga with Louise, Taekwondo with Ken, Elevation Dance Academy, Badminton Club(Adults/Youths), Glen Tots Baby & Toddler Playtime, Active Retirement, AA Meetings. 

Our Christmas Market date has been announced and is on Sun Nov 29th(taking bookings now) and our popular Glendalough Carboot & Community Market dates for 2026 are: Sept 13th, Oct 11th, Nov 8th & Dec 13th. Come along to the Laragh Memory Cafe on 11th Sept, 9th Oct, 13th Nov, 11th Dec. More information at www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie on all our activities & events.

Recycling 

There is a  clothes bank and bottle/can bank at the back of the centre. If you like to read, we have a good collection of second hand books(adult/teens & kids) to choose from inside the lobby. Our office services also provide community printing, scanning and laminating.

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!