The battle of glenmalure 1580 16th century history of. The glenmalure lodge is a friendly, family run business with a cosy pub atmosphere with lots. Gleann molura is a 20kilometre long ushaped glacial valley in the. We are proud to be part of the sussex county agricultural community and the sussex county farmers market at the fairgrounds. Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in. Explore glenmalure holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. Lugnaquilla lug mountain, glenmalure and cloghernagh. It may be reached by the military road from laragh which joins the valley at glenmalure. To minimise the amount of movement at the end of an arduous day, guests only have to walk down the stairs to have an informal evening meal served in the lounge followed by a nightcap, all under the same roof. Martin odonoghue book launch dublin tickets, wed 19 feb 2020. This is the most popular start to climb lugnaquilla, wicklows highest mountain.
The hamlet extends along the glenmalure valley floor northwest to barravore and downvalley to kirakee and greenan, some 5km to the southeast. We didnt stay at glenmalure lodge, but we did have dinner there. The battle of glenmalure in 1580 was one of the worst defeats for the english since 18 and 99. Eventbrite brings people together through live experiences. Glenmalure also referred to as drumgoff in many publications is a dispersed farming community, centred on a roadjunction and an old, but very successfully modernised, coaching inn. Glenmalure inn tallaght, dublin, ireland 24 rated 4. Two ensuite bedrooms, double sofa bed, kitchen with microwave and dishwasher, washer dryer, terrestrial and satellite tv and barbecue. A brief look at the events and history of glenmalure in relation to the byrnes and obyrnes with former clann obyrne chieftain hughie obynre. Not everyone wants to be the next jk rowling or paulo coelho. Sep 22, 2018 most of the area is dedicated national park, county wicklow is the garden of ireland, with its valleys, forests, mountains and waterfalls.
Lugnaquilla is flanked on two sides by steep glacial corries called north prison and south prison. Glendalough vc wicklow way lugduff gap ballinafunshogue glenmalure short lunch wicklow way forest track shay elliot memorial ragmans path green road glendalough vc. Read all the latest information on new book releases, events, launches and literary updates from mercier press. Glenmalure is a valley in the wicklow mountains in eastern ireland. Some rooms are from the original building and have recently been renovated yet retaining their olde world charm. In addition to the surface book 3 and surface go 2, sams believes microsoft could also use this spring hardware event as a chance to talk more about the surface earbuds. Glenmalure the wild heart of the mountains by carmel otoole. As you head deeper into the mountains southwest of glendalough, near the southern end of the military rd, everything gets a bit wilder and more remote.
On any fine day or even for a long walk along its 3 miles of beaches, brittas bay always proves a firm favourite. Things to do near glenmalure lodge restaurant on tripadvisor. The wilderness lodge is a selfcatering accommodation located in the beautiful glenmalure, co. Follow this organiser to stay informed on future events. For a publisher, it is important to satisfy a core audience whilst giving the book a chance to grow with increased exposure. Adjacent to glenmalure golf club, glenmalure pines is also located in the centre of the best hillwalking in the county with lugnaquilla, the highest peak in the wicklow mountains, close by. Select an option below to see stepbystep directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in rome2rios travel planner.
The old meat eater in me thought it looked pretty freakin fantastic. My mom had a salmon special that she really enjoyed. There are 5 ways to get from glenmalure to dublin by train, bus, taxi, car or towncar. The pure mile is an environmental initiative which aims to foster a greater appreciation of our natural country. Eventbrite martin odonoghue book launch dublin wednesday, 19 february 2020 at the national university of ireland, dublin 2, dublin. It is well worth a visit and is 20 minutes by car from glenmalure pines. Book launch irish speakers and schooling in the gaeltacht tickets.
Hopefully we have thought of everything to make your stay as perfect as possible. The glenmalure valley offers great walking and hiking trails. We can arrange a perfect book launch event for launching your book at press club or oxford, with press invitation, chief guest arrangement, refreshments, pick up and drop for chief guests, promotional material, etc. Our nonmatch day facilities consist of 3 distinct spaces which can cater for all types of corporate event. Lugnaquilla lug mountain, glenmalure and cloghernagh loop. There are 5 ways to get from dublin to glenmalure by bus, train, taxi, car or towncar. There are a total of 14 bedrooms in the glenmalure lodge, with 11 doubletwin and 3 family rooms. Welcome to glenmalure and the drumgoff, ballyboy, ballinafunshogue pure mile. Wicklow way walk, stage 4, glendalough to glenmalure. A launch event is an excellent way to showcase your latest product, build hype around it, and even acquire some sales right at the event. The glenmalure lodge is situated in the heart of the longest glacial valley in ireland.
The community of glenmalure came out in large numbers this week to celebrate the launch of a new book by local historian carmel otoole detailing the history of the area. Suitable for both small and large meetings, the glenmalure suite can. Impress your staff or clients in one of our unique settings in tallaght stadium. The battle of glenmalure 1580 16th century history of ireland. Eventbrite, and certain approved third parties, use functional, analytical and tracking cookies or similar technologies to understand your event preferences and. It is now a housing estate called glenmalure square. Hopefully we have thought of everything to make your stay as perfect as possible below are. A memorable afternoon of drama, music, poetry and storytelling took place in glenmalure recently to celebrate six decades of glenmalure hostel. Discover events that match your passions, or create your own with online ticketing tools.
Jun, 2016 short video showing the glenmalure wicklow 200 climb in the year 2016. A descent of similar magnitude follows into the glenmalure valley. It has everything you could wish for in a selfcatering property. Glenmalure lodge is situated in the heart of the wicklow hills.
Eventbrite discover great events or create your own. The top 10 things to do near glenmalure lodge restaurant. Dublin to glenmalure 5 ways to travel via train, bus. A glenmalure mile steeped in heritage drumgoff, ballyboy. Glenmalure drumgoff hamlet distance from wicklow way. Microsoft surface book 3 and surface go 2 could launch. It may be reached by the military road from laragh which joins the valley at glenmalure cross roads. Laying it on the line book launch dublin tickets, wed 27 nov. With poignant prose and a delicate, subtle approach to the struggles and beauty of life, bestselling author of shes not there and new york times opinion columnist jennifer finney boylans latest memoir explores her growing understanding of. Coillte and local community celebrate successful conservation. Mar 02, 2020 the battle of glenmalure in 1580 was one of the worst defeats for the english since 18 and 99. The wild heart of the mountains local interest author. Located in the suburb of milltown, it was home to shamrock rovers from 1926 to 1987, when it was sold to property developers by the clubs directors.
The staff of the glenmalure lodge will be happy to assist and help to plan your lunch or evening meal. New books and book launches from mercier press ireland. The glenmalure lodge offers a private dining room which can be transformed for any occasion, whether it is a christening, communion, confirmation or birthday party. If you are vegetarian you may want to look for another. This is the first part of stage 4 on the wicklow way. Glenmalure drumgoff accommodation accommodation wicklow way. Please note that only officially confirmed launch dates appear on the event calendar. It is a ushaped glacial valley, with only one road leading in or out. Now that youre a published author, its time to have the book launch event of the century. Glenmalure is an important base for climbing in the wicklow mountains, and particularly accessing the massif of lugnaquilla, and contains one of the earliest an oige youth hostels in ireland. Glendalough to glenmalure trail description wicklow way. Glenmalure hostel in wicklow is a simple mountain hut with no running water or electricity perfect for nature lovers who want to get away from it all.
Glenmalure park, often simply known as milltown, was a football stadium on the southside of dublin city in ireland. Cause and course by emmett obyrne emmett obyrne was awarded an m. Lugnaquilla is the th highest mountain in ireland and is very accessible from dublin city with 3 popular routes to the summit from glenmalure this route, aghavannagh and the glen of imaal shortest route. Cath ghleann molura took place in ireland on 25 august 1580 during the desmond rebellions. Local historian carmel otoole has lived here all her life and knows al. Obviously, you want the emphasis to be on the product not the venue. Scandinavian lodge at 2 glenmalure pines, rathdrum,co. There is an adjoining room which can be used to serve refreshments, to seat extra guests and to sell books.
Book launch irish speakers and schooling in the gaeltacht. Glenmalure lodge rathdrum 2020 all you need to know. The glenmalure lodge provides secure bicycle storage for overnight guests. Blackhall places is a unique book launch venue in dublin with a choice of 6 function rooms and an enchanting walled garden area. We do this because previous walkers of ours have told us that this is a wonderful place to stay. Accommodation in glenmalure drumgoff, on the wicklow way. Glenmalure was also an important historical area and the site of the battle of glenmalure in 1580, as well as various events in the irish rebellion of 1798. Use these tips and tricks to throw an awesome launch party that will be sure to leave people reading.
Glenmalure, greenane, county wicklow there is no hostel phone so you have to call the an oige head office. Glenmalure hostel hostelling international, wicklow 2020. Here is a treat for walkers and anyone who has visited this lovely valley and fallen for the place. George washington and the creation of an american institution, published by harvard university press. Glenmalure farm is a natural, traditional and environmentally appropriate environment for animals with the goal of providing the best quality meat products to our customers. Dublin to glenmalure 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi.
The more you can get people talking about the product, both at the event and via social media, the better its going to do. The book charts the history of glenmalure from the earliest times to the. Delightful place to stay, accommodation a1 we were a party of golfers who wanted somewhere to stay near to good golf courses and where we could feel at home with our accommodation. A glenmalure mile steeped in heritage glenmalure pure mile group information extracted from a pamphlet produced by the glenmalure pure mile group which was kindly sponsored by local individuals and businesses.
Menus are also available for christmas parties or any other special occasion. How to get from glenmalure to dublin by train, bus, taxi, car. Glenmalure co wicklow yha at the top of this beautiful valley is an intimate mountain hut with a country cottage feel. Author sunshine rodgers will be at the zanzibar coffee house for the book launch celebration for her two new book releases. Mar 29, 2017 coillte and the local community in glenmalure county wicklow came together for an open day on march 25th 2017 to celebrate the successful conservation of an historic mining building in the glenmalure valley. Glenmalure nearest villages are rathdrum or laragh glendalough. This lodge is one of a small complex of lodges commanding breathtaking views of glenmalure valley. It makes the perfect base for exploring the rugged beauty of wicklow, also. Book launches irish writers centre dublin, ireland. This provides panoramic views up the valley, along lugduff ridge and then southwest to arts lough, fraughan rock glen and lugnaquillia wicklows highest mountain on the descent to the end of this stage at the glenmalure lodge at 62km. Author carmel publishes history of glenmalure independent. Gleann molura is a 20kilometre long ushaped glacial valley in the wicklow mountains in ireland. The wild heart of the mountains bridge street books.
Over 800 english soldiers were killed during the battle. Eventbrite double barreled book launch collected memories and weapons of the woi saturday, march. History of glenmalure a walk with historian carmel otoole. This event will be live streamed on the white house historical associations. Double barreled book launch collected memories and weapons. As an author you want to ensure that your new book is a success. How to watch a rocket launch at kennedy space center visitor complex. The white house historical association invites you to the virtual launch of dr. Glenmalure, the wild heart of the mountains is the first publication of its kind relating to glenmalure and was meticulously researched and written by author carmel o toole over a number of years. Glendalough vc wicklow way lugduff gap ballinafunshogue glenmalure short lunch wicklow way forest track shay elliot memorial ragmans path green road.