Christmas Market Traders Our very popular and successful Christmas Market is back on Sunday 1st Dec 2024 from 10am to 3pm. As always, there will be a great selection of gifts, crafts, baking, jewellery, art, and beauty products etc.. Making your Christmas shopping experience a pleasure. Traders are now welcome to contact Michelle at brockaghoffice@gmail.com  to get a booking form or for more information phone 0404 45600, www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie . Laragh and Glendalough Tidy Towns Many congratulations to our Junior Pure Mile Ambassador winners, Eanna and Brendan Reilly.  Both boys engage in regular litter picking in our community; in Citizen Science water quality testing and were involved with the initial development of the Laragh Heritage trail.  Book tokens and certificates of recognition were presented to the boys by Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly at the Pure Mile Awards night in Maccreddion Village last night.  Eanna and Brendan are deserved award recipients. LGTT AGM  will be held on Wed 23rd Oct in the Brockagh Resource Centre from 8-9pm. Everyone is welcome. laraghglendaloughtt@gmail.com . AA Meetings  (Ongoing) Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night. Glendalough, Wicklow – Spooky Science  Halloween Camp Award winning science experiments for our Junior Einsteins in Glendalough, Wicklow- Spooky Science  Halloween Camp for kids  ! Glendalough, Wicklow – Spooky Hallowe’en  Science Camp  (Saturday 26th October 10am -2pm) Fun mid term  Halloween camps for kids  at the  Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh, Glendalough, Co. Wicklow . Witches snot slime, swamp creature slime, Dr Einspine: the human skeleton & x-raying, bubbling vampires blood, lava lamps, Frankenstein Barbie gets a hair raising experience on our university grade Van Der Graaf generator, light a lightsaber with our plasma ball, squelchy glowing eyeballs, palaeontology: freaky fossils, forensic science: crime scene investigation, flying Alien saucers, smokey ghosts & lots of fun STEM. Children are grouped by age: 5 – 8 year olds (ATOMS) 9-12 year olds (MOLECULES) Children are supplied with lab coats, goggles & all scientific equipment. Children make & take home their own witches snot slime, fossil & lava lamp! Enquiries to wicklowjunioreinsteins@gmail.com Adult Zumba Classes On Wednesdays in the Brockagh Resource Centre Laragh with Olivia from 7pm to 7.45 p.m. So get fit in a new, fun way. Call Olivia on 086 3395873. ELEVATION DANCE  Elevation School of Performing Arts Classes available at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh on  Mondays 4.15 Acro Squad, 5pm Arco L2, 6.30pm Adv Tumbling/Squad Dance. On Wednesdays 2.45pm Tiny Acro/Dance/Mini Acro, 3.30pm Youth Cheer/Dance, 4.30pm Cheer Team: Lucky Stars, 5pm Gr ¾ Mod, 6pm Snr Mod (2hrs), 7pm Zumba(45mins). Saturdays are 9am Technique Team & Squad. We offer graded examinations, performances and workshops in a safe and encouraging environment with fully qualified teachers. Email elevationdance@gmail.com  to register for classes or text 0868256775.Website at www.elevationschoolofperformingarts.com . Pilates Classes in Laragh Pilates strengthens core muscles, improves muscle control, flexibility, strength and tone, as well as alignment and breathing. Zara Elkinson has trained and qualified through the STOTT Pilates Method of Movement. This method combines modern theories of exercise science with spinal rehabilitation, which gives a safe and effective exercise that sees results and is accessible to all. Offering STOTT Pilates Matwork Classes based in Co.Wicklow. Both group and private classes available, Beginners and Improvers welcome!  Like on Facebook @PilatesWithZara. Contact Zara on 0879367474. Classes are on Mon eve at 7pm. Practical Self-Care in Home & Work Environments This one hour session will focus on how to create practical, sustainable self-care tips and changing habits. It will help you identify what you are doing well with and what areas in your life need some focus and assistance to bring in more balance. Venue will be the Brockagh Resource Centre on Tues 19th Nov from 7.30-8.30pm. Booking and enquiries Rosaleen Durkin at 087 219 5931, rosaleendurkin8@gmail.com . www.rosaleendurkin.com . Brockagh Digital Hub  We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our   connectedhubs.ie  site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either   connectedhubs.ie  or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm.   www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

Wicklow Uplands Upcoming October Lecture Series – Irish Uplands Forum:  Tuesday, 15th October at 7pm: Upland Management Case Study – Howth Head with Hans Visser from Fingal County Council Tuesday, 22nd October at 7pm: Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES) Case Study – Breffni with Julien Carlier You can join all of these engaging webinars via website:   https://buff.ly/3N4NpJS Each webinar is approximately 1 hour long. Enjoy these insightful talks! Mobile Library A mobile comes to Laragh every second Thursday from 12.15 to 12.50pm and parks at the back of Lynhams Hotel. Phone on 087 9135229 or email library@wicklowcoco.ie .  For people who have difficulty accessing their nearest public library, the Mobile Library Service gives them the opportunity to avail of a public library facility. The mobile library carries approximately 2,500 items with free access to many online resources including downloadable audio books, newspapers and more.  Next Date 24th of October. Scoil Caoimhín Naofa( St.Ke vin's Primary School Laragh) Craft Market Glendalough are holding a fundraising craft fair on November 10th, 11am to 4pm. Children and parents from our school will be selling handmade/locally produced crafts and products. We have some limited spaces for crafters who would like to join in the event selling their products. Refreshments on the day. Proceeds from our event go to the school. 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 .  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 .  Laragh Badminton Club  Badminton classes are in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh with  Monday evenings : Adults 7.30-9.30pm. Thursdays Evenings:  Juniors 4th class beginners 6-7pm, 5-6th class & 1st year secondary school 7-8pm, Teenagers 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th year Secondary School Classes 8-9pm. Contact Phil Curley 0404 45175/087 2067607 Or Gosia Ward 087 063 8898. Small club fee for the year applies for participation. All are welcome.  Brockagh Digital Hub  We have dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks and a Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our   connectedhubs.ie  site. All bookings to be made through either   connectedhubs.ie  or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm.   www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

Brockagh Country Market(carboot) Our next event is on Sunday, Oct 13th. Come shop indoor and outdoor with beautiful handmade crafts and plenty of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc.  You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Our all new tasty Hot Dog and Burger is the affordable treat for the family lunch!!  The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com . All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day.   www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie . The Glendalough Market(carboot) is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb). Brockagh Hub The Brockagh Hub will be closed on the 15th and 16th of October. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Active Retirement Laragh The active retirement group meets every Tuesday morning from 10.45am – 12.15pm in the Brockagh Centre. So if you fancy a chat, a cuppa and some light exercise, dancing and music come along on Tuesdays. We always welcome new members to join our group. We would like to encourage anyone who loves arts & crafts to share your skills with other members, come along and join us. If anyone would like to offer their services or share their skills with the group please contact us by calling Denise on 0404 45600, email brockaghoffice@gmail.com or drop in to the centre. Table Quiz It’s getting near that time of year so we wanted to let everyone know we are planning our Annual table quiz for Friday 8th November.  Table of 4 is €40 with a raffle on the night. Our Christmas Lights event is on the 30th November. We will keep you all updated in the coming weeks.  Bright Stars Baby & Toddler Group Why not come along to our baby and toddler group on Wednesday mornings at 10.30am. Each week this group will provide a welcoming and lively space for parents and children to gather and grow. Our activities will include ‘messy play’, story and song, games (guest speakers), snacks, tidy-up and new equipment which will allow both you as the parent/carer and your child to meet friends, explore new things and learn. For some parents, grandparents and carers, the weekly catch-up and opportunity for children to play and make new friends is enough. For others, the support makes them that bit more confident in their parenting role. Cost €4.50 per family. Call us on 0404 45600 if you have any questions about the group. Taekwon-Do at Laragh Laragh Taekwon-Do is running the fantastic ITF Kids Development Program for the 4s to 8s, it covers topics such as physical skills, mind skills, independence skills, nutrition awareness and of course Taekwon-Do Skills.  The program also has three extra modules namely Danger Awareness,  Stranger Awareness and Bullying Awareness. We also run the full International Taekwon-Do Federation syllabus including pattern, sparring, power and special technique for our 10s upward and teenagers. To avail of a complimentary class and experience our programs, just contact Master Wheatley on 087-2547347 for further information.  Classes are on Tuesday evenings in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Wicklow National Park We are conducting a short survey to allow us to improve our educational offerings. You can participate in the survey by following the link at https://tinyurl.com/NPWSsurvey Thanks for your help! Brockagh Digital Hub  We have dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks and a Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our   connectedhubs.ie  site. All bookings to be made through either   connectedhubs.ie  or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm.   www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

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Brockagh Country Market(carboot) Our next event is on Sunday, Oct 13th. Come shop indoor and outdoor with beautiful handmade crafts and plenty of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Serving tasty Chips, Hot Dog and Burgers with a choice of dressing at the best of prices! The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com . All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie . The Glendalough Market(carboot) is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb).  Rathdrum Rugby Club looking for Players Girls rugby is on the up in Rathdrum Rugby Club  and our u10 girls team are on the look out for some new players! Do you have a daughter born between 2015-2017? Would she like to try a new sport in a nurturing, encouraging setting? Get in touch if you think this sounds like your future rugby star and come down and give it a try! Laragh GAA Huge congratulations to Clara Glens who had a fantastic win in the U13 championship recently! This group of has put in huge work over the summer and their hard work has certainly paid off! Fitness Class Exciting new low impact fitness class coming to the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh. Affordable classes, great value, music that makes exercise more enjoyable, friendly vibe in a sociable atmosphere. Starting Wednesday September 11th in our Mountain View room from 10.30-11.30am. Contact Fiona 089 466 8250 to register your place. FIRST INTRODUCTORY CLASS FREE! Brockagh Resource Centre The Brockagh Resource Centre Car Park will be closed to the public from Wednesday 25th to Friday 27th  Sept. We are sorry for any inconvience this may cause. Brockagh Digital Hub  We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our connectedhubs.ie site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either connectedhubs.ie or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

Brockagh Resource Centre The Brockagh Resource Centre Car Park will be closed to the public from Wednesday 25th to Friday 27th Sept. We are sorry for any inconvience this may cause. Adult Zumba Classes On Wednesdays in the Brockagh Resource Centre Laragh with Olivia from 7pm to 7.45 p.m. So get fit in a new, fun way. Call Olivia on 086 3395873. ELEVATION DANCE. Culture Night Free events are on all over the county. Check out what's on close to you in Wicklow at www.culturenight.ie . Laragh Glendalough Active Retired The AR group are back on Sept 17th after their Summer break from 10.45 to 12.15. There will be a talk on Dementia that morning in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. If anyone would like to offer their services or share their skills with the group please contact us by calling Denise on 0404 45600, email brockaghoffice@gmail.com or drop in to the centre. Spinc Walking Trail Project SPINC TRAIL WORKS START ON MONDAY SEPT 9th . Upgrade works on the Spinc will be starting on Monday 9th September. This weekend is your last chance to access the Spinc and to walk on the old boardwalk. This is a BIG project. The upgrade work is expected to take three months – September, October and November. During this time, the Spinc will be CLOSED. Elevation School of Performing Arts Classes available at the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh Mondays: 4.15 Acro Squad Dynamite 45mins, 5pm Acro L2+ 1.5hrs, 6.30 Adv'd Tumbling 30mins. Wednesdays: 2.45-Tiny Acro & Dance (3-5yrs) 45mins, 2.45-Mini Acro (6-9yrs), 3.30-Mini/youth Cheer & Tumble(rec) (7yrs) 1.5mins, 4.30pm-Mini/youth Team: Lucky Stars (6-12yrs) 30mins, 5pm-Gr ¾ Modern Dance (8yrs+) 1Hr, 6pm-Snr Modern Dance (2hrs), 7pm -Zumba (45mins). Contact details Elevationdance@gmail.com phone 085 108 0608. Saturdays: 9am Technique Team & Squad. We offer graded examinations, performances and workshops in a safe and encouraging environment with fully qualified teachers. Email elevationdance@gmail.com to register for classes or text 0868256775.Website at www.elevationschoolofperformingarts.com . Water Quality in Our Upland Streams-A Citizen Science Presentation Laragh/Glendalough citizen scientists have been gathering and recording data on water quality of our upland streams since 2022. The citizen science group, which is part of Laragh/Glendalough Tidy Towns, will present their findings at a public event in Laragh on the 19th September. All are welcome to come along to learn and hear more about these small but vitally important upland streams. Presentation will be held at the Laragh Mountain Rescue Base on Thursday the 19th September at 7.30pm. Laragh/Glendalough Tidy Towns Citizen Science group would like to thank LAWPRO for their ongoing support and cooperation which is very much appreciated. Pilates Classes in Laragh Pilates strengthens core muscles, improves muscle control, flexibility, strength and tone, as well as alignment and breathing. Zara Elkinson has trained and qualified through the STOTT Pilates Method of Movement. This method combines modern theories of exercise science with spinal rehabilitation, which gives a safe and effective exercise that sees results and is accessible to all. Offering STOTT Pilates Matwork Classes based in Co.Wicklow. Both group and private classes available, Beginners and Improvers welcome! Like on Facebook @PilatesWithZara. Contact Zara on 0879367474. Classes are on Mon eve at 7pm. AA Meetings(Ongoing) Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night. Brockagh Digital Hub We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our connectedhubs.ie site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either connectedhubs.ie or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

Laragh Glendalough Notes Week Beg 9th Sept 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 . 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 . Mobile Library A mobile comes to Laragh every second Thursday from 12.15 to 12.50pm and parks at the back of Lynhams Hotel. Phone on 087 9135229 or email library@wicklowcoco.ie . For people who have difficulty accessing their nearest public library, the Mobile Library Service gives them the opportunity to avail of a public library facility. The mobile library carries approximately 2,500 items with free access to many online resources including downloadable audio books, newspapers and more. THE NEXT DATES ARE Sept 12th and 26th. Spinc Walking Trail Project SPINC TRAIL WORKS START ON MONDAY SEPT 9th . Upgrade works on the Spinc will be starting on Monday 9th September. This weekend is your last chance to access the Spinc and to walk on the old boardwalk. This is a BIG project. The upgrade work is expected to take three months – September, October and November. During this time, the Spinc will be CLOSED. Brockagh Country Market(carboot) Our next event is on Sunday, Sept 8th. Come shop indoor and outdoor with beautiful handmade crafts and plenty of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Our all new tasty Hot Dog and Burger stand went down a treat at the last market!! This month we have the full family menu Hot Dogs, Burgers and chips. The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com . All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie . The Glendalough Market(carboot) is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb).  Waters of Life Public Meeting Waters of Life public meeting will take place at the Brockagh Resource Centre on Thursday 12th at 7.30pm. Update on water quality, plans to protect rivers, agri-environment scheme. More info at www.watersoflife.ie , infor@watersoflife.ie . Laragh Badminton Club Badminton in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh starts Monday 9th for adults 7.30-9.30pm. On Thursday 12th from 6-7pm registration of juniors and teenagers(no play). At 7.30pm registration for adult beginners. Badminton resumes for Juniors on Thursday 26th. Contact Phil Curley 0404 45175/087 2067607 Or Gosia Ward 087 063 8898. Small club fee for the year applies for participation. All are welcome. Roundwood Scout Group are looking for help! We have newly reformed after Covid and we are appealing to the local community of Laragh and Roundwood for help. We have a small steel storage container with all our equipment in it. Currently it is in Arklow, but it would be fantastic if someone locally has a space for us to put it instead. We have no dedicated den yet and as we are a volunteer group; this would help us so much. If this is something you could help us with, please contact Aoife on 087-9773622.  Thank you. An Evening with Vivienne Cardin The Brockagh Resource Centre in Association with the well known Internationally Recognized Psychic Medium Vivienne Cardin presents a night of Clairvoyance, Mediumship, and Angelic Connection in our Mountain View Room on Sat 14th of September at 7pm. There will be an intermission where you can purchase burgers/hotdogs and beverages. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to local community groups: Laragh & Glendalough Tidy Towns, Laragh Christmas Lights, Laragh Active Retired & Tiny Feet Montessori. Contact us at 0404 45600 or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com to buy your ticket for ONLY €15. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/post/about-vivienne-cardin Fitness Class Coming to the Brockagh-Starting Sept 11th Exciting new low impact fitness class coming to the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh. Affordable classes, great value, music that makes exercise more enjoyable, friendly vibe in a sociable atmosphere. Starting Wednesday September 11th in our Mountain View room from 10.30-11.30am. Contact Fiona 089 466 8250 to register your place. FIRST INTRODUCTORY CLASS FREE! Brockagh Digital Hub  We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our connectedhubs.ie site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either connectedhubs.ie or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

Community Notice As part of the Glendalough & Wicklow Mountains National Park Visitor Experience & Management Masterplan (VEMMP) Fáilte Ireland has issued two tenders to progress two of the priority projects within the Masterplan. Full information can be found on the masterplan here: https://www.failteireland.ie/Regional-experience-brands/Ireland- s-Ancient-East/Ireland-s-Ancient-East-experience- development/glendaloughmasterplan.aspx 1. All Ability Trail Fáilte Ireland issued a tender in August 2024 for a design led-multi disciplinary team to develop an All Ability Trail to planning stage. An All Ability trail was identified as a Phase 1 priority project in the VEMMP which, was launched in December 2023. This trail will connect Laragh in County Wicklow to the Monastic Site and the Visitor Centre at Glendalough and beyond, passing the Lower Lake to the Upper Lake and connecting to the Miner’s Road, which are all part of the Wicklow Mountains National Park. This trail will offer universal accessibility within the Valley, which currently is not possible. The tender will require the team to undertake a route identification exercise for the new trail including landowner consultation, environmental and flood risk assessment, archaeological and built heritage assessment and a technical assessment and design of the preferred route. This will then be developed into a planning application, to be made to An Bord Pleánala. Project Management Services for the Implementation of Phase 1 Projects of the Masterplan Fáilte Ireland issued a tender in August 2024 for a project management services team to provide project management services for the implementation of phase 1 of the VEMMP. The tender requirements will include: Project oversight of all priority projects identified in Phase 1 Ensuring consistency across all projects Ensuring there is consistency and continuation in public consultations and updates Development and coordination of a long-term communications approach Work towards aligning and packaging projects for future potential funding streams, such as RRDF. Brockagh Country Market(carboot) Our next event is on Sunday, Sept 8th. Come shop indoor and outdoor with beautiful handmade crafts and plenty of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Our all new tasty Hot Dog and Burger stand went down a treat at the last market!! This month we have the full family menu Hot Dogs, Burgers and chips!!!! The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com . All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie . The Glendalough Market(carboot) is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb).  Waters of Life Public Meeting Waters of Life public meeting will take place at the Brockagh Resource Centre on Thursday 12th at 7.30pm. Update on water quality, plans to protect rivers, agri-environment scheme. More info at www.watersoflife.ie , infor@watersoflife.ie . Taekwon-Do at Laragh(Back 10th September) Laragh Taekwon-Do is running the fantastic ITF Kids Development Program for the 4s to 8s, it covers topics such as physical skills, mind skills, independence skills, nutrition awareness and of course Taekwon-Do Skills. The program also has three extra modules namely Danger Awareness,  Stranger Awareness and Bullying Awareness. We also run the full International Taekwon-Do Federation syllabus including pattern, sparring, power and special technique for our 10s upward and teenagers. To avail of a complimentary class and experience our programs, just contact Master Wheatley on 087-2547347 for further information. Classes are on Tuesday evenings in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh. Laragh Badminton Club  Badminton in the Brockagh Resource Centre, Laragh starts Monday 9th for adults 7.30-9.30pm. On Thursday 12th from 6-7pm registration of juniors and teenagers(no play). At 7.30pm registration for adult beginners. Badminton resumes for Juniors on Thursday 26th. Contact Phil Curley 0404 45175/087 2067607 Or Gosia Ward 087 063 8898. Small club fee for the year applies for participation. All are welcome. Bright Stars Baby & Toddler Group(Back Sept 11th) Why not come along to our baby and toddler group on Wednesday mornings at 10.30am. Our activities will include ‘messy play’, story and song, games (guest speakers), snacks, tidy-up and new equipment which will allow both you as the parent/carer and your child to meet friends, explore new things and learn. For some parents, grandparents and carers, the weekly catch-up and opportunity for children to play and make new friends is enough. For others, the support makes them that bit more confident in their parenting role. Cost €5.50 per family. Call us on 0404 45600 if you have any questions about the group. Laragh & Glendalough Active Retirement Group(Back 17th Sept) The active retirement group meets every Tuesday morning from 10.45am – 12.15pm in the Brockagh Centre. If anyone would like to offer their services or share their skills with the group please contact us by calling Denise on 0404 45600, email brockaghoffice@gmail.com or drop in to the centre. Roundwood Scout Group are looking for help! We have newly reformed after Covid and we are appealing to the local community of Laragh and Roundwood for help. We have a small steel storage container with all our equipment in it. Currently it is in Arklow, but it would be fantastic if someone locally has a space for us to put it instead. We have no dedicated den yet and as we are a volunteer group; this would help us so much. If this is something you could help us with, please contact Aoife on 087-9773622.  Thank you. An Evening with Vivienne Cardin The Brockagh Resource Centre in Association with the well known Internationally Recognized Psychic Medium Vivienne Cardin presents a night of Clairvoyance, Mediumship, and Angelic Connection in our Mountain View Room on Sat 14th of September at 7pm. There will be an intermission where you can purchase burgers/hotdogs and beverages. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to local community groups: Laragh & Glendalough Tidy Towns, Laragh Christmas Lights, Laragh Active Retired & Tiny Feet Montessori. Contact us at 0404 45600 or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com to buy your ticket for ONLY €15. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/post/about-vivienne-cardin Fitness Class Coming to the Brockagh-Starting Sept 11th Exciting new low impact fitness class coming to the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh. Affordable classes, great value, music that makes exercise more enjoyable, friendly vibe in a sociable atmosphere. Starting Wednesday September 11th in our Mountain View room from 10.30-11.30am. Contact Fiona 089 466 8250 to register your place. FIRST INTRODUCTORY CLASS FREE! Brockagh Digital Hub  We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our connectedhubs.ie site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either connectedhubs.ie or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .

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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. No need to book, just show up on the day. Brockagh Country Market(carboot) Our next event is on Sunday, Sept 8th. Come shop indoor and outdoor with beautiful handmade crafts and plenty of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Our all new tasty Hot Dog and Burger stand went down a treat at the last market!! This month we have the full family menu Hot Dogs, Burgers and chips. The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com . All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie . The Glendalough Market(carboot) is once a month on the 2nd Sun(except Jan/Feb).  ADVANCE NOTICE: MAJOR WORKS ON THE SPINC TRAILS The iconic Spinc boardwalk has served us well for many years. However, it is old and worn and now needs replacing. We are planning to upgrade it to a new, durable mountain path. This is a BIG project. The upgrade work is expected to take three months – September, October and November. During this time, the Spinc will be CLOSED. We know that 140,000 people walk the Spinc each year. We appreciate that this closure will affect many walkers. The following trails will be affected. Spinc Short-cut (BLUE arrows). This trail will be CLOSED. Spinc and Glenealo Valley (WHITE arrows). DETOUR, will add 1.2km to the walk. Spinc and Wicklow Way (RED arrows). DETOUR, will add 1.2km to the walk. Please bear with us during upgrade works. For the safety of everyone, please obey the detour and trail closed signs. We apologise for the inconvenience, but we believe that you will love the new Spinc trail when it is completed. Thank you for your patience. An Evening with Vivienne Cardin (In Aid of Scoil Chaoimhín Naofa) The Brockagh Resource Centre in Association with the well known Internationally Recognized Psychic Medium Vivienne Cardin presents a night of Clairvoyance, Mediumship, and Angelic Connection in our Mountain View Room on Sat 14th of September at 7pm. There will be an intermission where you can purchase burgers/hotdogs and beverages. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to Scoil Chaoimhín Naofa school in Laragh. To support our local school contact us at 0404 45600 or email brockaghoffice@gmail.com to buy your ticket for €15. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie/post/about-vivienne-cardin Fitness Class Coming to the Brockagh-Starting Sept 11th Exciting new low impact fitness class coming to the Brockagh Resource Centre in Laragh. Affordable classes, great value, music that makes exercise more enjoyable, friendly vibe in a sociable atmosphere. Starting Wednesday September 11th in our Mountain View room from 10.30-11.30am. Contact Fiona 089 466 8250 to register your place. FIRST INTRODUCTORY CLASS FREE! Welcome Dr Aman Kwatra to the Brockagh Resource Centre Please find details below: Brockagh Digital Hub  We have a mixture of Hot Desks, Dedicated (Weekly/Monthly) Desks, Pod with High Speed Broadband Connection. Our shared working space is located in the the heart of county Wicklow with panoramic views of the stunning Glendalough Valley. Free parking, free tea/coffee facilities and lift access. To avail of the discounted rates you must pre-book your desk through brockaghhub@gmail.com only. Daily Rate €15, half day rate €10, weekly rate €60, monthly rate available. We also have a special student rate of €10 day rate or half day rate €5. Register now as a Member on our connectedhubs.ie site.. We are waiting to see if they are renewing the voucher scheme. All bookings to be made through either connectedhubs.ie or for discounts email brockaghhub@gmail.com . Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm. www.brockaghresourcecentre.ie .