Andrea’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Belmont Demesne
Nestled between Bray Head and Little Sugar Loaf, Belmont Demesne is the perfect destination to get into the great outdoors. This working farm has an amazing network of bike and walking trails, plus a superb cafe offering delicious oven fired pizzas.
Belmont Demesne boasts some of the most spectacular scenery Co. Wicklow has to offer, from panoramic views of the east coast to the stunning Wicklow Mountains. Only 30 minutes from Dublin City Centre and 15 minutes from the M50, Belmont is the perfect destination for both leisure and corporate events.
The bike trails are designed for all ages and abilities. There are also two pump tracks for bikers to hone their skills. You can bring your own bike or hire from Fatbike Adventures, based on-site.
The walking trails weave through beautiful open countryside and stunning woodlands. They form part of the wider national trail network. Try the coastal Bray Head Loop, the Little Sugarloaf Trail, or enjoy the wonderful wildlife and wildflowers on the Belmont Trail.
All the trails are free. There is a small car parking fee which covers the development and maintenance of the trails. Pedestrians and cyclists go free
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Belmont Demesne
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Nestled between Bray Head and Little Sugar Loaf, Belmont Demesne is the perfect destination to get into the great outdoors. This working farm has an amazing network of bike and walking trails, plus a superb cafe offering delicious oven fired pizzas.
Belmont Demesne boasts some of the most spectacular scenery Co. Wicklow has to offer, from panoramic views of the east coast to the stunning Wicklow Mountains. Only 30 minutes from Dublin City Centre and 15 minutes from the M50, Belmont is the perfect destination for both leisure and corporate events.
The bike trails are designed for all ages and abilities. There are also two pump tracks for bikers to hone their skills. You can bring your own bike or hire from Fatbike Adventures, based on-site.
The walking trails weave through beautiful open countryside and stunning woodlands. They form part of the wider national trail network. Try the coastal Bray Head Loop, the Little Sugarloaf Trail, or enjoy the wonderful wildlife and wildflowers on the Belmont Trail.
All the trails are free. There is a small car parking fee which covers the development and maintenance of the trails. Pedestrians and cyclists go free
KILLRUDDERY IS A GREAT HISTORIC HOUSE OF IRELAND.
THE MAGNIFICENT 800-ACRE ESTATE IN CO. WICKLOW IS A SUSTAINABLE, BIO-DIVERSE FARM THAT INCLUDES FLOWERING WOODLAND, PAINTERLY FORMAL 17TH CENTURY GARDENS, A HIGH-HEDGE SYLVAN THEATRE, LONG PONDS AND A WALLED GARDEN.
THE ESTATE’S HERITAGE HORSE YARD IS A SPACE TO SHOP, EAT, MAKE AND CELEBRATE THE SEASONAL BOUNTY OF KILLRUDDERY’S GARDENS.
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Killruddery House & Gardens
Southern Cross RoadKILLRUDDERY IS A GREAT HISTORIC HOUSE OF IRELAND.
THE MAGNIFICENT 800-ACRE ESTATE IN CO. WICKLOW IS A SUSTAINABLE, BIO-DIVERSE FARM THAT INCLUDES FLOWERING WOODLAND, PAINTERLY FORMAL 17TH CENTURY GARDENS, A HIGH-HEDGE SYLVAN THEATRE, LONG PONDS AND A WALLED GARDEN.
THE ESTATE’S HERITAGE HORSE YARD IS A SPACE TO SHOP, EAT, MAKE AND CELEBRATE THE SEASONAL BOUNTY OF KILLRUDDERY’S GARDENS.
One of the highlights of walking in Wicklow. This linear walk takes you from Bray to Greystones along the stunning coastal path. The path is well maintained and you can return by light rail (DART) to the start point. Greystones has plenty to offer the hungry walker after beautiful views and a range of marine wildlife. From Bray start, there is a path leading to the top of Bray Head offering stunning views of the Irish Sea, The Wicklow Mountains and Bray.
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Cliff Walk
One of the highlights of walking in Wicklow. This linear walk takes you from Bray to Greystones along the stunning coastal path. The path is well maintained and you can return by light rail (DART) to the start point. Greystones has plenty to offer the hungry walker after beautiful views and a range of marine wildlife. From Bray start, there is a path leading to the top of Bray Head offering stunning views of the Irish Sea, The Wicklow Mountains and Bray.
Greystones Harbour Marina
City/town information
On a sunny day the postcard-pretty town and seafront seem almost too good to be true. And it's not just in Ireland that the town is recognised as offering exceptional living quality; in 2008 it was named the World's Most Liveable Community in the under 20,000-population category at the LivCom Awards
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Greystones
On a sunny day the postcard-pretty town and seafront seem almost too good to be true. And it's not just in Ireland that the town is recognised as offering exceptional living quality; in 2008 it was named the World's Most Liveable Community in the under 20,000-population category at the LivCom Awards
Bray is the biggest town in County Wicklow. It is known as the Gateway to the Garden of Ireland and is the longest established seaside town in Ireland. It is only 19km (12 miles) south of Dublin and is reached by DART, Train, Bus or the N11 road. There is a safe beach of sand and shingle to walk on and there is a spacious esplanade. The scene is dominated by Bray Head. The scenic Cliff Walk is on the eastern side of Bray Head continues along the cliff path towards Greystones offering walkers a feast of views on the way.
The town boasts fine hotels, shops, restaurants and evening entertainment. Also available in the immediate locality are golf courses, tennis, fishing, sailing, and horse riding. Another feature of Bray is the variety of amusement centres and carnival attractions, bowling alley, and nightclubs
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Bray
Bray is the biggest town in County Wicklow. It is known as the Gateway to the Garden of Ireland and is the longest established seaside town in Ireland. It is only 19km (12 miles) south of Dublin and is reached by DART, Train, Bus or the N11 road. There is a safe beach of sand and shingle to walk on and there is a spacious esplanade. The scene is dominated by Bray Head. The scenic Cliff Walk is on the eastern side of Bray Head continues along the cliff path towards Greystones offering walkers a feast of views on the way.
The town boasts fine hotels, shops, restaurants and evening entertainment. Also available in the immediate locality are golf courses, tennis, fishing, sailing, and horse riding. Another feature of Bray is the variety of amusement centres and carnival attractions, bowling alley, and nightclubs
Powerscourt Waterfall
Fun activities
Squirrel's Scramble
Fatbike Adventures
Lower WindgatesGlenroe Farm
SEA LIFE Bray
Strand RoadPowerscourt Golf Club
Bray Adventures
Food scene
Avoca Handweavers
Camile Thai Greystones
Church RoadThe Hungry Monk
1 Church RdDaata Greystones
Hillside RoadBurrito Box
Trafalgar Road