Roundwood Whizzers Walking Group

13/06/2023

The news this week

Can we go spray free in Roundwood like the folk in Ballincollig? Wicklow Co Council have adopted a new policy that none of their Municipal Districts use spraying now without a special business case…

18/04/2023

Leaders needed for local scout group to prevent permanent closure

Roundwood Scout group are looking for leaders to enable them to start up cubs, beavers and scouts groups again in the area. For further information please email [email protected] or call 086 8554262

15/04/2023

Some of the Whizzers had great day out in the hills today. We have greatly improved our navigation skills with thanks to our excellent instructor, Damian Kennedy. Thanks to the financial support of Wicklow Local Sports Partnership through the Covid Restart grants and the Roundwood & District Community Council

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29/11/2022

Park Notice

On Tuesday 29th November between 9:00am and 5:00pm there will be significant disruption for walkers on the Barnacullian Ridge (O 077 044) taking place due to Helicopter Operations transporting Bogland Restoration Materials. We ask that all members of the public avoid this location during the period in question. For any queries please contact the National Park Duty Ranger on 087 – 980 3899.



Potentially restrictions could stretch on into the week as we are dependent on good weather to operate, so expect closures at short notice.



We thank you for your co-operation.

27/10/2022

Everyone loves a challenge! Want to get out walking but need some motivation - especially in these dark evenings? Why not join the Roundwood Walking Eight Week Challenge starting on Wednesday the 2nd of November at 7pm. The walk will begin from the Parish Hall in Roundwood on the footpaths under the street lights for as long as you wish. Children are always welcome with adult supervision. Especially for week 1 during the midterm break, we hope to see lots of children in their Hallowe'en costumes. There may even be some surprises and tasty treats for both kids and well-behaved adults along the way! Do come along and join the fun! This initiative is facilitated by the Roundwood & District Community Council with financial support from Wicklow Sports & Recreation Partnership. Happy Hallowe'en y'all Get Ireland Walking

26/10/2022

Great selection of hikes for all levels this bank holiday weekend
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Walking Festival October Bank Holiday - Walking Festival in Wicklow | Wicklow Mountains Walking Festival, Wicklow Walking Festival, fun for all the family

25/07/2022

PATTERN DAY WALK

Tha annual Pattern Day Walk from Moneystown Community Centre to Lady’s Well Ballymanus Upper on Carrick Mountain will take place on Sunday 14th August leaving Moneystown at 6pm. The route is about 9 km return route to Moneystown (good walking shoes and waterproof clothing recommended and no dogs allowed) Suitable of older children accompanied by adults. The route is along the road then on Coillte roads. Lady’s well is an ancient well that is marked on the Neville Maps of 1760 as an important site.

The Well was rediscovered in 2013 and there has been a walk every year or close to the original pattern day August 15th .There will be a short talk on the history and traditions of the holy wells including the Pre-Christian and Christians of this ancient site and also relevant local history.

If you want to play music, read a poem or sing a song feel free to join in as singing, dancing etc were all part of the traditions of pattern days and visits to the well.

Refreshments after the walk in Moneystown Community Centre. Any queries please contact Rosaleen at [email protected]. page Wicklow Wells. People attending the walk are undertaking to do it at their own risk and the organisers accept no responsibility or liability for loss or injury on the walk.

09/03/2022

Great linking up of some of the fabulous walks on our doorstep. How lucky are we?

Wicklow is located thirty minutes South of Dublin City Centre. From Mountains to Sea, Wicklow’s landscape is unique: cliffs, sandy beaches, rolling mountains, hidden lakes, bogs, friendly villages, etc.

16/02/2022

Due to the current weather warning we won't venture out tonight. Will be back next Wednesday & rearing to go! 🌪️