Guided walk and evening meal for singles in Co. Wicklow.
Sat 11th Feb 2012
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Walking is a fantastic way to meet people in a more relaxed and enjoyable environment. We are delighted to be able to invite you along for another guided walk in the stunning Glendalough region of the Wicklow Mountains National Park followed by dinner in the highly-recommended Wicklow Heather Restaurant.
Price Includes:
- Guided walk with qualified guide
- Evening Meal in the Wicklow Heather Restaurant.
The walk
We will walk along an old road up the Upper Lake passing the Monastic site, which we will stop and visit. The walk then takes us through an old oak forest along the bottom right-hand side of the lake. From here we will pass by St' Kevin's Cell and Reefert church ("Ri fearta" or the King’s Cemetery and sacred Gaelic Chieftain burial grounds) and follow the trail along through the woods. We will then leave the trail and go into the trees to come out on top of one the most incredible views above the Upper Lake - a definite photo opportunity. We will then follow a board walk up towards the Gleneola River and bridge where we will stop for some lunch. From here we will take the path passing an old mining village and through a forest of old Scot pines. We will follow the trail along the side of the upper lake and through the heart of Glendalough valley back to where we started.
The walk will last approximately 3 -4 hours and will be taken at a very easy pace with an optional easier walk also.
There are plenty of stops and photo opportunities along the way.
No previous walking experience required.
Itinerary
12.00 Meet in the Lounge of the Glendalough Hotel.
12.30-16.30 Guided walk in Glendalough Valley.
16.30-18.00 Time to freshen up and change after your walk.
18.00 Drinks at the Glendalough Hotel bar.
19:00 Dinner at the Wicklow Heather Restaurant (followed by drinks - and hopefully live music in Lynhams - for those who can stay).
Drinks not included in the price.
Accommodation: for those who want to stay locally and enjoy the Glendalough nightlife after the walk and dinner. These are places you can book.
Trooperstown Wood Lodge - Wonderful accommodation with Breakfast in the Wicklow Heather +353(0)404 45236 -
Glendalough Hotel - +353 (0)404 45135/45391 Close to the Walking area..
Tudor Lodge - +353 (0)404 45554 - Excellent B+B in Laragh with great facilities
What to bring:
- Plenty of water
- Waterproof clothing and a good pair of walking boots/shoes or trainers would be fine.
- Spare fleece for extra warmth.
- Small packed lunch for the walk.
- Hot drink in a thermos as well.
- A change of clothes for the evening plus cash for drinks.
Driving directions:
Allow yourself an hours travel from Dublin.
Accessing the M50 (the ring road around Dublin) at any point, take it southbound to its end where it merges with the M11. Continue southbound on the M11/N11 to its junction with the R755 at Kilmacanogue, just south of Bray. The exit off the N11 is signposted for Glendalough. Continue along the R755 for approximately 30 mins, passing through the villages of Roundwood and Annamoe. At Laragh take the R756 in the direction of Glendalough. After approx. 200m you will see The Wicklow Heather Restaurant on your left. Continue on the R756 for about 500m and take a left at the T-junction. The hotel will be on your left.
Comment from similar walk.
"Hi Terry
Just to say that I really enjoyed the walk on Saturday in Glendalough and the evening meal etc and of course met a whole lot of very nice people. Well done, it is my first walk with Hilltop treks and i will do more during the year -
Carmel
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