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Blessington is one of the biggest towns in West Wicklow.  Beside the Blessington Lakes and the Wicklow Mountains, Blessington is steeped in history.  Around every corner there are buildings, statues, and relics of the past staring back at you.  Some of the more noticeable features include the Credit Union House, Downshire Monument, Saint Mary’s Church of Ireland, and the Horseshoe Arch, all of which are found in the centre of town.

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Latitude 53.169658
Longitude -6.534069

See & Do in Blessington

Lakeshore Heritage Trail

The Blessington Lakeside Heritage Project is an exciting initiative, developed by the Heritage Office of Wicklow County Council in association with local people in the Blessington area.

This trail covers a wealth of stories and folklore about local landmarks; Neolithic settlements,  flooded villages; granite stone cutting traditions and the rebuilding of Dublin after the 1916 Rising

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Russborough House

Russborough was built between 1741-1750 and is regarded as one of Ireland’s most beautiful houses. It has magnificent views of the Blessington Lakes and Wicklow Mountains .

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Blessington Greenway

This walk links the historic town of Blessington with the Palladian mansion at Russborough House. The trail starts at Blessington and leads south along the shores of Blessington Lakes and through forest and natural woodland.

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Threecastles, Oldcourt

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A rectangular tower house with a barrel vault (a vault arched structure of monastery)  forming a ceiling or roof. The barrel consists of a semi...
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CP Adventure Centre

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We are an Outdoor Adventure Activity Company located at Russborough House & Parklands in Blessington, Co Wicklow. Only 30 mins drive from Dublin, this beautiful...
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June Blake's Garden

June Blake's Garden

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For the last eleven years June Blake has devoted her time to creating an exciting,...
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Seefin - Passage Grave

Seefin - Passage Grave

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More interesting and more exciting to the general visitor are tombs known as Passage-Graves, which...
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Group Accommodation & Self-Catering Lodges at Kippure Estate

Group Accommodation & Self-Catering Lodges at Kippure Estate

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Whether you are coming to Kippure Estate for your wedding reception or family function, a...
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Blessington Greenway Walk

Blessington Greenway Walk

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The Blessington Greenway walk links the historic town of Blessington with the Palladian mansion at...
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Visit Wicklow

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Visit Wicklow

Amazing take-away Afternoon Tea options for that special occasion or treat ☕🍰🥂

Glenview Hotel Wicklow has an 'Afternoon Tea To Go' which is available each Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12pm - 4pm. Book in advance by 5pm on Thursday evening by calling 01 2740000.

Fabulous 'Afternoon Tea Box' by FOOD at Fishers #Newtownmountkennedy. A tiered mix of finger sized sandwiches, mini fruit scones with jam and cream, a selection of desserts & tea for two! Book with 24 hours notice by calling 01 2812892.

Victorian Tea Times #Arklow presents 'Quarantine Tea', bringing the unique Victorian Tea Times experience to your home. You will be equipped with white linen to dress your table, tea servers, tea pots, sugar bowls, tea cups and saucers, candles and of course your Afternoon Tea! Call 089 4285848 to order.

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Amazing take-away Afternoon Tea options for that special occasion or treat ☕🍰🥂 Glenview Hotel Wicklow has an Afternoon Tea To Go which is available each Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12pm - 4pm. Book in advance by 5pm on Thursday evening by calling 01 2740000. Fabulous Afternoon Tea Box by FOOD at Fishers #Newtownmountkennedy. A tiered mix of finger sized sandwiches, mini fruit scones with jam and cream, a selection of desserts & tea for two! Book with 24 hours notice by calling 01 2812892. Victorian Tea Times #Arklow presents Quarantine Tea, bringing the unique Victorian Tea Times experience to your home. You will be equipped with white linen to dress your table, tea servers, tea pots, sugar bowls, tea cups and saucers, candles and of course your Afternoon Tea! Call 089 4285848 to order. What a fantastic treat for birthday, anniversary or to celebrate family time at home!Image attachmentImage attachment
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Might be a good idea to put prices up on post too 😋

Looks fab.

Shannon O'Brien we may need to get the Glenview one

Ann Dickenson you and Margarer can day at home with tea cake wine

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Visit Wicklow

3 days ago

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Tonight, Friday 23rd October, at 7pm, RTÉ One Nationwide comes to #wicklow!

The show visits the 'Miners Way', a new 19km hiking trail linking the three valleys of Glendasan, Glendalough and Glenmalure, by way of 10 historical mining sites.
Hear Robbie Carter talk about the explosion in 1957 that changed his life, and from Poet Jane Clarke, as she recites a poemBelmont Demesnebbie's story.

From the grouEcoTrail Wicklowemesne, we will also hear from the EcoTrail Wicklow race team of Paul Mahon and René Borg, who introduce us to the concept of this innovative International Trail Running Event.

Viewers will also see chef Tadgh Byrne cook uKillruddery House and Gardenshes', at the stunning Killruddery House and Gardens. These dishes have all been inspired by the natural lanWicklow Naturallyge of the County and developed by Wicklow Naturally to showcase Wicklow fWicklow Way WinesAnd see the process undertaken by Wicklow Way Wines in making their delicious range of Móinéir Wines – Blackberry, Strawberry and Raspberry Irish wines!

Should be a fantastic showcase of Wicklow, so be sure to Wicklow County Councilit the RTE Player later 🙂

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Tonight, Friday 23rd October, at 7pm, RTÉ One Nationwide comes to #Wicklow! The show visits the Miners Way, a new 19km hiking trail linking the three valleys of Glendasan, Glendalough and Glenmalure, by way of 10 historical mining sites. Hear Robbie Carter talk about the explosion in 1957 that changed his life, and from Poet Jane Clarke, as she recites a poem inspired by Robbies story. From the grounds of Belmont Demesne, we will also hear from the EcoTrail Wicklow race team of Paul Mahon and René Borg, who introduce us to the concept of this innovative International Trail Running Event. Viewers will also see chef Tadgh Byrne cook up some Wicklow Signature Dishes, at the stunning Killruddery House and Gardens. These dishes have all been inspired by the natural landscape and heritage of the County and developed by Wicklow Naturally to showcase Wicklow food producers. And see the process undertaken by Wicklow Way Wines in making their delicious range of Móinéir Wines – Blackberry, Strawberry and Raspberry Irish wines! Should be a fantastic showcase of Wicklow, so be sure to tune in tonight or visit the RTE Player later :-) Wicklow County CouncilImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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Aisling Barry

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We spent half a day hiking around Glendalough in October 2018. An almost spiritual experience. Absolutely stunning. Highly recommended.

Great programme - really interesting and of course, the scenery was stunning!

Shauna Padraig Greg Claire the new miners way route sounds like a nice route. Shauna, there's your run goal for post lockdown! 🏃‍♂️

Looking forward to this....

Great program .

Sean Hunt

Amazing places to visit x

Great programme. Mademehomesick!

Lovely Wicklow

Have to.check out on player

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Love Wickla 💚

That's one for Dec

Will watch x

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Craig Tyner. This is what I was talking about.

Ann-Marie, might be worth a look 👀.

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Visit Wicklow

4 days ago

Visit Wicklow

As we press pause on travel plans for now, we look forward to the better days ahead; when we can travel freely, spend more time with loved ones, and enjoy new or familiar experiences.

In the meantime, we will bring you beautiful images from Wicklow. Our dedicated tourism businesses can't wait to be able to welcome you back to the 'Garden of Ireland'.

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As we press pause on travel plans for now, we look forward to the better days ahead; when we can travel freely, spend more time with loved ones, and enjoy new or familiar experiences. In the meantime, we will bring you beautiful images from Wicklow. Our dedicated tourism businesses cant wait to be able to welcome you back to the Garden of Ireland. Until then, Stay Safe and Stay Local 💚
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Lovely picture I used love crossing that river

Beautiful

We will be here to invite you to our beautiful county. Visit our beautiful forest walks . Kilruddery, Powerscourt, Wooden Bridge, Russborough. Great base to do Ireland Ancient East.

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