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home to Ireland’s largest perIod doll’s house

Powerscourt House, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow www.taraspalace.ie

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K i l c r o n e yFurniture

www.kilcroneyfurniture.ie

Tweed Bed by Gautier

Email: [email protected] Tel: 01 – 282 9361South of Dublin, Exit 7 off N11.

Opening Hours: Mon – Sat 10am – 5pm. Sun 2 – 5pm

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Royal Marine Hotel4 Star Deluxe Hotel, Spa & Health ClubMarine Road, Dun Laoghaire Co Dublin

Tel: 353 1 2300030 / Email: [email protected]: www.royalmarine.ie

Make your Weddinga Royal Affair!19th Century Victorian South Dublin Hotelset in an eclectic mix of Old World Charm

and New World Contemporary Elegance & Luxury

Menus & Packages to meet your BudgetWebsite: www.royalmarine.ie/wedding-hotel

Email: [email protected]

Royal Marine Hotel

Wedding FayreSunday 23rd September 2012, 2pm - 5pm

2 News & Events We bring all the local news, reviews and events that are happening in your local community.

8 Getting FitWell into 2012 now and keeping fit is still very high on the agenda, we investigate various options available to you in the marketplace.

14 Living In – Interior Design Ideas This month we take the word ‘Spring Clean’ to a new level and feature various ideas on all things interior and living in, providing you with an insight along with a few recommendations on who to consider when improving your home.

24 The Park – CarrickminesA look at one of the most popular shopping destinations in South Dublin.

30 6 of the Top Places to visit in WicklowAs the title states, we get a sneak peak on some of the most attractive locations this island has to offer located in your very back yard.

34 5 of the Top PubsWhy not visit some of the hottest spots for a night on the town, we have included some of the most popular venue’s in South Dublin. Whether for Lunch, after work drinks, memorable dinners, late night lounging or corporate events, these venues have it all.

36 5 of the Top Dining VenuesTake some time out this August to get out and about to sample some of the finest restaurants South Dublin has to offer.

39 Trades & ServicesWe provide a selection of Trades & Services from the local community – which you may find very useful to

40 Fashion FocusSome of the latest looks and styles from the fashion world, and we see exactly what made it onto the retail shelves.

42 Sport FocusAll of the latest updates and fixtures on the new Premiership action and a round up of the US Open in Tennis.

44 DVD ReleasesWe preview some of the latest blockbuster movies that’ll be hitting the DVD rentals over the coming month.

Welcome to our August Issue 2012, and we’ve crammed it with tidbits of information and helpful articles. We have done a round- up of news and events in your local community, including a look at some of the latest arriv-als and popular stores at The Park – Carrickmines.For all you ‘interior design enthusiasts’ we have a special inclusion on ‘Living In’ and provide you with some key elements of what you should be considering if you feel the need to take that room or area in your home to the next level and opt to redecorate your home. We also bring you a glimpse of some of the most beautiful and popular places to visit in Wicklow, within close driving distances to enjoy that per-fect day out with family or friends. We have also included some of the most popular places to Wine & Dine that special someone along with some of the hottest spots for an evening’s entertainment.We feature some of the latest fashion looks from various stores here in South Dublin and a sneak peak of some Autumn lines coming our way. As always if you would like us to feature a particular story or cover local news, please feel free to email us at: [email protected], we’d love to hear about it.

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GUiDeD NATUre TrAiL & SCAVeNGer HUNTLocation: Powerscourt Waterfall Date: 18th August, 2.30pm to 4.00pm Cost: included in entry Charge to Waterfall

Celebrate Heritage Week! Join ecologist Dr Sophie Nicol on a unique nature walk and nature scavenger hunt through the beautiful parkland surrounding Powerscourt Waterfall.

iVVCC ANNUAL CAr rUN AT POWerSCOUrTLocation: Powerscourt estate Date & Time: 19th August, 2pm to 5.30pm

Join the Irish Vintage and Veteran Car Club for their 35th run at Powerscourt House, an event held annually at the Estate. Chat with motor enthusiasts and marvel at the stylish array of vintage vehicles at the event! Make a day of it and take the opportunity to visit Powerscourt Gardens.

FabuLous FooD & Fireworks! Location: The Pavilion Quarter Date: Saturday 18th August

Celebrate Heritage Week! Join ecologist Dr Sophie The PQ restaurants are combining delicious free food sam-pling with a range of events including fireworks, music, street entertainment and much, much more...

Join us for a night of “FFF”, FABULOUS FOOD & FIREWORKS! “The Pavilion Quarter is the prime view-ing area for the first “Summer is a Festival” fireworks display from 8-10pm

Location: Leopardstown racecourse Date: Thursday 16th August

The ultimate start to any weekend – Get your festival on with live music and horse racing for just €15!

Leopardstown Racecourse invites you to experience ‘the essential festival’ with nine summer evenings of festival fun, great food and thrilling racing followed by a live concert under cover in the big top. Leopardstown party favourites The Saw-doctors will bring the live at Leopardstown season to a close on Thursday August 16.

ThE Saw DocTorSThe Saw Doctors is a group of songwriting musicians from the West of Ireland, hell-bent on celebrating, observing, recording and sometimes poking fun at their own locality, accent and idi-omatic use of language whilst dressing their songs up in their favourite sounds and styles from their years of musical fandom.

LIVE AT LEOPARDSTOWN!

M a g i c a lMiniature world

The magical miniature world of Tara’s Palace Museum of Childhood is yours to explore at Powerscourt house, enniskerry. The Museum is home to Ireland’s largest Period Doll’s house, Tara’s Palace. each room in Tara’s Palace is furnished with miniature masterpieces, hand painted ceilings and hand crafted wooden and marble floors. Perfect for all ages from 5 to 105. Must be seen to be believed!

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Tara’s Palace Museum supports Irish children’s charities and entertains and delights generations of children and adults alike. each year we donate all profits to deserving Irish children’s charities. Most recently The Tara’s Palace Trust donated €40,000 to various Irish children’s charities including Barnardos, Make a Wish Foundation, The Sunshine house, Jack and Jill Foundation, red Door School for autistic Children, rainbows Ireland and Clare Crusaders. The Palace is dedicated to the celebration of the spirit of childhood.

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Tara’s Palace is a uniquely Irish creation and took over 20 years to build and furnish. It contains 24 stunning rooms, each furnished with exquisite miniature furniture, many of them priceless antiques. additional pieces are added to the Palace and collection each year. We recently acquired limited edition, miniature illustrated versions of Gulliver’s Travels and The night before Christmas for the Tara’s Palace library. We also added an exquisite solid gold miniature violin in its own rosewood case to the Music room in Tara’s Palace.

All profits go to children’s chArities

FOr GrOuP BOOkInGS & TOurS Call (01) 274 8090 / 086 405 6171

[email protected] www.taraspalace.ieThe Museum is open 7 days a week Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday and Bank hol idays 12pm - 5pm

A unique day out for all the family

Powerscourt House, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow

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CO CO MArkeTSLocation and Dates: Marlay Park: 18th & 19th August / Peoples Park: 12th & 26th August

Bring the whole family along for a day of fun in the Park at the Co Co Markets. Face Painting, Balloon animals, kids activities, great food, arts and crafts in two of the County’s most beautiful outdoor locations. Every Saturday and Sunday the Marlay Park CoCo Mar-ket sets up in all weathers. This picturesque location in Rathfarnham, overlooked by the historic 18th Century Marlay House, and within the grounds of the 247 acre park, is home to a playground, a par-3 golf course, a model railway, running and walking trails and various sports facilities including tennis courts, football pitches and a cricket ground. A great location for a cheap and fun filled family day out.

The Dun Laoghaire Peoples Park Market is on every Sunday. The Peoples Park has been open to the public since 1890 and features great examples of Victorian architecture with the Gate Lodge and the Tea Rooms, a bandstand featuring the original gaslight standards and a playground. The Market, with over 70 vendors, opens at 11am every week.

This summer both Markets will be promoting Sum-mer Family Days with a range of kids activities being in-corporated into the regular weekend Markets. Come along, enjoy the attractions of both the County’s Parks and the CoCo Markets in the great outdoors during the Irish summer!! You may need to bring a rain coat but hail, rain or shine, the CoCo Markets will be waiting for you!!

The new jeans collection from JACK & JONES lowers the use of water and energy and reduces the impact on the environ-ment. With Low Impact Denim, JACK & JONES makes a longterm commitment to sustainable production. Innovative laser and ozone technology is used in the finishing process to treat the denim, replacing the conventional production process. In order for a pair of jeans be labelled Low Impact Denim, the use of water has to be reduced by at least 40%, compared to if the pair of jeans were produced the conventional way.

In addition, through our BESTSELLER membership of the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), some of the LID fab-rics include the use of ‘Better Cotton’. ‘Better Cotton’ is cotton grown in a more sustainable way with reduced use of fertilizers, pesticides, more responsible use of water and with focus on improved working conditions for the farmers. For more info visit http://www.bettercot-ton.org/.

JACK & JONES has also teamed up with SGS – one of the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification companies. SGS visits the JACK & JONES laundries and inspects the production in order to calculate the actual savings achieved.

Lower your impact today!Are your jeans dirty? Wash them in cold water – and not too often! Are your jeans smelly? Throw them in the freezer! Do not tumble dry your jeans! Instead, hang them out to dry! The customers get a pair of jeans with the same great look they’re used to – and get to make a difference for the environment.

For the autumn 2012 collection, customers can choose from 9 Low Impact Denim jeans, prices starting at 59.95 euro.

INTRODUCES LOW IMPACT DENIM

TALL SHiPS, DUbLiN

DOCkLANDS Date:

August 23rd - 26th, 2012

For the first time since 1998, Dublin City will wel-

come back the Interna-tional Tall Ships Races, presented by Szczecin,

Poland. As final host port for the 2012 Tall Ship Races, the event

will see up to 100 Tall Ships sail into Dublin for a 4 day Festival and celebration, from Thursday the 23rd August to Sunday 26th August, 2012. Ships from as far away as Chile, Mexico, Argentina, USA and European and Baltic countries including Italy and Norway

will chart their course to Dublin.

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years on any repairs necessary as a result of normal wear and tear.

If you are looking to draught proof your home or improve your insulation, and you are looking for good old-fashioned service and advice with a smile and the best value for money solutions, the team at the Window and Door Centre look forward to welcoming you to their showroom.

Located beside Superquinn, you can now view their extensive range of PVC and timber windows and doors in a bright new showroom. Among the many products on offer they have a range of advanced material doors that can offer the appear-ance of traditional wooden doors without the disadvantages such as draughts and maintenance.

The Window and Door Centre offers a number of services to customers. They can advise on and supply a range of draught proofing products to eliminate heat loss and make your home more comfortable for minimum cost.

They can offer a comprehensive repair and replacement service on doors, win-dow and glass.

They supply and fit decorative radia-tor covers in both traditional and modern styles.

They have an extensive range of inter-nal doors and fittings on display and can also provide a carpenter to fit the doors.

The Window and Door Centre is an ex-clusive agent for Rationel premium timber

With over 30 years experience in providing professional solutions in home improvements, The Window and Door Centre is proud to open its new showroom right in the heart of shopping in Bray.

and aluminium clad windows and doors. They can supply and install a fantastic range of uPVC windows and French and patio sliding doors to suit any require-ments and colour choice.

The company has the largest display of Palladio “as seen on tv” Irish made doors. These advance material doors offer an ex-tensive range of designs and colours. The specifications are unmatched for security and insulation.

They also offer a key cutting service for just €3.

All their installations are carried out by directly employed window and door fitters who have the benefit of many years experience in doing such work.

Your home is not treated like a build-ing site and staff will always strive to install your new windows or doors with mini-mum intrusion in your home.

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With over 30 years experience in providing professional solu-tions in home improvements, The Window and Door Centre isproud to open its new showroom right in the heart of shoppingin Bray.

Located besideSuperquinn, you can nowview their extensiverange of PVC and timberwindows and doors in abright new showroom.Among the many prod-ucts on offer they have arange of advanced mate-rial doors that can offer

proofing products toeliminate heat loss andmake your home morecomfortable for minimumcost.

They can offer a com-prehensive repair andreplacement service ondoors, window and glass.

They supply and fit

decorative radiator coversin both traditional andmodern styles.

They have an exten-sive range of internaldoors and fittings on dis-play and can also providea carpenter to fit thedoors.

The Window and DoorCentre is an exclusive

agent for Rationel premi-um timber and aluminiumclad windows and doors.They can supply andinstall a fantastic range ofuPVC windows andFrench and patio slidingdoors to suit any require-ments and colour choice.

The company has thelargest display of Palladio“as seen on tv” Irishmade doors. Theseadvance material doorsoffer an extensive rangeof designs and colours.The specifications areunmatched for securityand insulation.

They also offer a keycutting service for just€3.

All their installationsare carried out by direct-ly employed window anddoor fitters who have thebenefit of many yearsexperience in doing suchwork.

Your home is nottreated like a buildingsite and staff will alwaysstrive to install your newwindows or doors withminimum intrusion inyour home.

All products are guar-anteed for 10 years onany repairs necessary asa result of normal wearand tear.

If you are looking todraught proof your homeor improve your insula-tion, and you are lookingfor good old-fashionedservice and advice with asmile and the best valuefor money solutions, theteam at the Window andDoor Centre look for-ward to welcoming youto their showroom.

the appearance of tradi-tional wooden doorswithout the disadvantagessuch as draughts andmaintenance.

The Window and DoorCentre offers a number ofservices to customers.They can advise on andsupply a range of draught

The Window and Door Centre in Castle Street, Bray.

Selection of front doors at the Window and Door Centre, Unit 1, Castle StShopping Centre, Bray.

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A selection of windowsat the Window andDoor Centre.

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Our floor and carpet fitters are employed by Floors Direct and are fully qualified

and experienced in all aspects of floor and carpet fitting.

Huge selection of Carpet, Vinyl & Timber Flooringon display at our extensive showrooms

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One of the most acclaimed & charis-matic artists to have emerged in the 90s. Joshua Redman stands with one foot firmly grounded in the bebop tradition & the other facing the furture, searching for a new sound. Redman has recorded over ten albums as a leader, several of which were nominated for Gram-my awards. He has grown into an

international audience favourite: a virtuoso on the sax with a strong

stage personality. “...a supremely

affable and flowing improviser…working in a glow of clarity.” – New York Times

“Redman seems a class apart for technique, invention and artistry” – Evening Standard

Bookings Office: Tel: 01-2312929,

Pavilion Theatre, Marine Road, Dun

Laoghaire, Co. Dublin

JoShua rEDMaN Trio MuSicLocation: the Pavilion Theatre Date: 16th September

Joshua redman (saxophone), reuben rogers (bass), Greg Hutchinson (drums)

Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council announced the programme for this year’s dlr Mountains to Sea Book Fes-tival. A stellar line-up has been announced for the event which takes place from the 4th to 9th of September.

All ticketing is via the website mountainstosea.ie or paviliontheatre.ie. Tickets for all events are on sale now. Further information is available on the website www.mountainstosea.ie or via the general enquiries number 01 2719531 at the event! Make a day of it and take the op-portunity to visit Powerscourt Gardens.

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FAMILIES@ DLR BOOK FESTIVAL

This year, the Mountains to Sea family

events team has doubled in size, with

Sarah Webb being joined by Tom

Donegan, together bringing you even

more book-filled fun over the festival

weekend! We have brought together

our best ever line up of international

names, with renowned authors Robert

Muchamore, Philip Reeve, Jeremy Strong

and Michelle Harrison all making their

first visit to Dún Laoghaire, along with

illustrious illustrators Sarah McIntyre and

David Mackintosh. We are also delighted

to invite Steve Cole and Marcus Sedgwick

back to Ireland.

We’ll be welcoming many familiar faces

from closer to home as well, including

friends of the festival Derek Landy, Judi

Curtin, Marita Conlon-McKenna and Chris

Judge, to name but a few.

Our super popular Monster Book Lunch

returns, along with another Picture

Book Picnic for all the family. We have

introduced some new workshops for

aspiring young writers and artists, and

this year we present, for the first time,

a Teen Curator event run by teens, for

teens.

The Big Picture, an exciting and colourful

exhibition featuring selected works from

illustrators appearing in the programme,

will be on show in County Hall during the

festival.

So, whether you’re into comics or

comedy, science fiction or picture books,

romance or horror, fantasy or adventure,

we look forward to seeing you at one or

more of our fantastic family events.

Let the fun and games begin!

Sarah Webb and Tom Donegan

Family & Schools Curators

Please note that all children aged 16

and under attending our events must

be accompanied by an adult. This

does not include our workshops for

age 9+ or our Monster Book Lunch.

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This year, the Mountains to Sea family

events team has doubled in size, with

Sarah Webb being joined by Tom

Donegan, together bringing you even

more book-filled fun over the festival

weekend! We have brought together

our best ever line up of international

names, with renowned authors Robert

Muchamore, Philip Reeve, Jeremy Strong

and Michelle Harrison all making their

first visit to Dún Laoghaire, along with

illustrious illustrators Sarah McIntyre and

David Mackintosh. We are also delighted

to invite Steve Cole and Marcus Sedgwick

back to Ireland.

We’ll be welcoming many familiar faces

from closer to home as well, including

friends of the festival Derek Landy, Judi

Curtin, Marita Conlon-McKenna and Chris

Judge, to name but a few.

Our super popular Monster Book Lunch

returns, along with another Picture

Book Picnic for all the family. We have

introduced some new workshops for

aspiring young writers and artists, and

this year we present, for the first time,

a Teen Curator event run by teens, for

teens.

The Big Picture, an exciting and colourful

exhibition featuring selected works from

illustrators appearing in the programme,

will be on show in County Hall during the

festival.

So, whether you’re into comics or

comedy, science fiction or picture books,

romance or horror, fantasy or adventure,

we look forward to seeing you at one or

more of our fantastic family events.

Let the fun and games begin!Sarah Webb and Tom DoneganFamily & Schools Curators

Please note that all children aged 16

and under attending our events must

be accompanied by an adult. This

does not include our workshops for

age 9+ or our Monster Book Lunch.

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This year, the Mountains to Sea family events team has doubled in size, with Sarah Webb being joined by Tom Donegan, together bringing you even more book-filled fun over the festival weekend! We have brought together our best ever line up of international names, with renowned authors Robert Muchamore, Philip Reeve, Jeremy Strong and Michelle Harrison all making their first visit to Dún Laoghaire, along with illustrious illustrators Sarah McIntyre and David Mackintosh. We are also delighted to invite Steve Cole and Marcus Sedgwick back to Ireland.

We’ll be welcoming many familiar faces from closer to home as well, including friends of the festival Derek Landy, Judi Curtin, Marita Conlon-McKenna and Chris Judge, to name but a few.

Our super popular Monster Book Lunch returns, along with another Picture Book Picnic for all the family. We have introduced some new workshops for aspiring young writers and artists, and

this year we present, for the first time, a Teen Curator event run by teens, for teens.

The Big Picture, an exciting and colourful exhibition featuring selected works from illustrators appearing in the programme, will be on show in County Hall during the festival.

So, whether you’re into comics or comedy, science fiction or picture books, romance or horror, fantasy or adventure, we look forward to seeing you at one or more of our fantastic family events. Let the fun and games begin!Sarah Webb and Tom DoneganFamily & Schools Curators

Please note that all children aged 16 and under attending our events must be accompanied by an adult. This does not include our workshops for age 9+ or our Monster Book Lunch.

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This year, the Mountains to Sea family events team has doubled in size, with Sarah Webb being joined by Tom Donegan, together bringing you even more book-filled fun over the festival weekend! We have brought together our best ever line up of international names, with renowned authors Robert Muchamore, Philip Reeve, Jeremy Strong and Michelle Harrison all making their first visit to Dún Laoghaire, along with illustrious illustrators Sarah McIntyre and David Mackintosh. We are also delighted to invite Steve Cole and Marcus Sedgwick back to Ireland.

We’ll be welcoming many familiar faces from closer to home as well, including friends of the festival Derek Landy, Judi Curtin, Marita Conlon-McKenna and Chris Judge, to name but a few.

Our super popular Monster Book Lunch returns, along with another Picture Book Picnic for all the family. We have introduced some new workshops for aspiring young writers and artists, and

this year we present, for the first time, a Teen Curator event run by teens, for teens.

The Big Picture, an exciting and colourful exhibition featuring selected works from illustrators appearing in the programme, will be on show in County Hall during the festival.

So, whether you’re into comics or comedy, science fiction or picture books, romance or horror, fantasy or adventure, we look forward to seeing you at one or more of our fantastic family events. Let the fun and games begin!Sarah Webb and Tom DoneganFamily & Schools Curators

Please note that all children aged 16 and under attending our events must be accompanied by an adult. This does not include our workshops for age 9+ or our Monster Book Lunch.

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Anny Verwijs, founder and proprietor of kilcroney Furniture has been actively involved in the family furni-ture business for its entire existence - hailing as far back to the company’s inception.An eager en-thusiast and lover of art, its obvious she has that keen eye and innate ability to pick out qualify pieces of contem-porary & traditional furniture that can-not be found anywhere else in ireland. lt’s become an art – a skill which has been truly reflected in the choice of furniture pieces that can be found in homes all over the country. let alone the county of Wicklow.

Ask any of the locals - you’ll get the same response. take a trip to the showrooms, and your met with a friendly, smil-ing face – a welcoming that’s comparable to a child visiting the favourite Aunt.

Similarly you’ll be spoilt – spoilt for choice! With a huge and varied range to select from, unbe-lievable value and customer service - the

kind of service you expect is only reserved for royalty or Celebrity. this is a testiment to their long standing and ioyal customer base - which i’m told, also includes many well-known personalities.So, whether it’s a dining table, living room or conser-

vatory furniture, hall table, coffee table, childrens bed, or something to fill the corner of a room - rest assured a visit to kilcroney Furniture will almost certainly satisfy the most discerning shop-per.The showrooms are spa-cious and well laid-out with excellent lighting – making you feel right at home – literally!

“Our ethos centres around the customer and a culture of traditional honesty”

A short drive along the N1, turning just after the bray South exit (e7) - a short hop across the county border into Wicklow, you’ll discover an indigious furni-ture specialist – a.k.a kilcroney Furniture - who have been serving its Customer base, with only the finest homeware products since opening its doors to the public over thirty years ago.

Getting

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iN SuMMEr 2012 rEach your goal aT cruNch fiTNESS prEMiEr worlD claSS gyMCrunch Fitness Premier Dun Laoghaire is a 5 star boutique health and fitness club located in The Pavilion complex on the Marine Road in Dun Laoghaire.

The Club is adjacent to the Dun Laoghaire Dart Station. The world class 27,000 square foot health and fitness club is a spectacular design using modern

materials and furnishings. The subdued and soothing atmosphere create a unique environment to work out , rejuvenate and relax.

your personaL besT wiTH Free speCiaLisT CLasses:

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THe Luxurious FaCiLiTies inCLuDe:

• Separate Spa areas located in male and female Locker Roms

• Each Spa includes Large Sauna, Steam Room, Jacuzzi and Power Showers

• Solarium in both male and female Locker Rooms

• 20m deck level Pool • Executive Locker Rooms , luxurious

Shower Areas Call into the Gym and Take a Tour and one of our team will be happy to help you with the simple Membership procedure. Email: [email protected], Tel: 01 – 280 1299. Opening Times: Mon – Fri 6.45am – 10pm; Sat – Sun 9am – 7pm.


Sports Clubs & Leisure

Located in the heart of the Royal Marine Hotel, which re-opened in June 2007, lies the latest gem in the world of Spas & Wellness. Take time out for yourself and relax and unwind in the luxurious sansanaSPA & The Pier Health Club. Nominated at the Irish Tatler Spa Awards 2009, the sansanaSPA features Nine Treat-ment Rooms, Unique Waterbed Relaxation, ‘Float’ and ‘Relax’ Rooms, Rock Sauna, Steam Room, Aroma Room, Mud Room, Experience Showers, Manicure & Pedicure Suite, Dry Flotation, Hydrotherapy, Thermal Suites, Lounge Area, Spray Tanning, Make-Up Consultations and much more to meet with your requirements.

sansanaSPA was awarded the title of Dublin’s Only Comprehensive Spa by Fáilte Ireland

Facilities include:• Individual TV Entertainment • Cardio & Resistance Equipment • Steam Room, Sauna & Hydro Pool • Luxury 18 Metre 31 degree Heated

Pool • Free Weight Area • Complimentary use of towel • Complimentary Car Parking All Hotel residents have Complimen-

tary use of The Pier Health Club.Royal Marine Hotel. Tel: 01 – 230 0030 Fax: 01 – 230 0029 Email: [email protected] Web: www.royalmarine.ie

hEalTh club & Spa

The Pier Offers:• Children’s Swimming lessons - new

Swim term starting in September• 1-2-1 Private swimming lessons –

Learn to swim from scratch, brush up on your technique or get in training using swimming!

• Personal Training - now available with specialised areas covered

• Kettlebells Course starting September• Yoga & Pilates coming back in Sep-

tember

However, exercising has its rewards. We not only gain health benefits, but we can also reduce our stress levels and improve our quality of life. So what are some of the ways to keep fit this sum-mer without breaking the bank?

Think of summer as a time of change instead of a time to let it all go. Summer can actually be a great time to increase exercise and make some healthy changes to one’s life-style. There is so much more that you can do outdoors now than during the colder months. If you’re on holidays abroad, try the fitness center or hit the pool and swim some laps. Maybe take to the beach for a brisk walk or light jog. Be a little adventurous and try some hiking or kayaking. As for food - fresh fish, fruits and vegetables should be on the menu.



Enjoy all outdoor activities in your local area with family and friends. Find nearby parks and explore walking trails. Try activi-ties like swimming or water aerobics one day a week. Swimming is a total body workout as you use your arms, abdominal muscles and legs. Water aerobics classes are offered at gyms and leisure centers. Invite your part-ner to go for a walk with you in the evening after the sun goes down or plan a bicycle trip for your child and their friends.

For those of us who are not big fans of team sports, the summer time might be the perfect time to engage in other physically rewarding activi-ties. There are many different fun

activities that you can engage in dur-ing the summer time. Tennis, Gym-nastics, Dance Classes, and Football are just some of the popular activities that the both kids and adults can participate in. The variety of Summer camps available throughout South Dublin is amazing with something to please all kids and teens whether their interest is sporting, creative, academic or simply just play.

Now if you want to get really creative, you can set up a fun obstacle course in your back yard using stuff that you already have at home. For in-stance, you can place a broom in be-tween two chairs so that a person has to crawl underneath. You can place hula hoops on the ground and kids will have to hop through the hoops. Another part of the obstacle course can be throwing a ball into a big bas-ket. You can also go with something more traditional such as carrying an object on a spoon (carry a water bal-loon). The possibilities are endless as long as you have the time to invest in the setting up of the course.

However, the best part about all of these activities is that you can get the whole family involved, even friends if you wish. These little games end up being so much fun that you hardly even realize that you are exercising.



The Club at Fitzpatrick’s Castle features a fully equipped gym, a 20 meter indoor swimming pool and adjoining health suite offering Sauna, Steam room &

Jacuzzi facilities. Members can also avail of The Club’s famous “Quick fit” personal training program: which guarantees great results in just six weeks. There are

daily fitness & wellness classes including Spinning, Get Fit – Get Toned and Yoga among others. For more information on The Club call 01 – 230 5561.

Gymnastic camps are a great way to improve your child’s gymnastics over a short period of time. We hope that campers will go home with improved skills and a lot of great fun memories. We offer camps over Mid Terms, Halloween, Easter & Summer. Our camps are open to members & non members

SuMMEr gyMNaSTic caMp13-17th August – Tumble Bugs & Recreational

TuMblE bugS 4-6yrS (4 DayS) €70 9.30-12pm Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri

rEcrEaTioNal 7yrS+ (5 DayS) €150 9.30-1.30pm Monday – Friday

Tumble Bugs: This is stepping stone class to introduce children to social independence & work-ing in a group environment. To reduce separation anxiety, fun and development of self confidence is

encouraged throughout the class.Recreational Gymnastic Classes: Children develop and continually improve their strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and self-esteem.Boys Club, 6-12 years: Special class geared towards boys, help-ing encourage strength, balance & co-ordination through obstacle courses, bar, floor, tumbling & vault training.Teen Gym, 13-18 years: Teen gym caters for teenagers who want to stay active. The class encourages participants to get fit & strong while developing social skills by helping and motivating each other

Trojan Gymnastic Academy, Unit 2, Ballyogan Business Park, Ballyogan Road, Dublin 18

Email: [email protected] or tel: 01 – 295 9019.



The Merrill Leisure Club is available exclu-sively to our member and guests and offers something for everyone.

lEiSurE cENTrE faciliTiES iNcluDE:

• Fully equipped gymnasium with state of the art facilities including the addition of the Kenisis Wall • 14 Metre swimming pool • Children’s pool • Jacuzzi • Sauna • Steam room • Relaxation area • Spa-cious changing area • Private cubicles, locker and hairdryers • Aqua aerobics and body toning classes • Adult and children’s swimming lessons • Full range of swimming and fitness accesso-ries available.

Main Street, Bray South Co Dublin [email protected]. Tel: 01 2862935.

Newpark School Sports Centre was opened in 1973 and has been avail-able for public use since then. Activities available at Newpark range from public swimming, swimming training, adult and children’s swimming lessons to Aquafit classes in the pool.

Our full range of fitness classes such as Kettlebells, Rip-60, Fitbox, Bosu ball, Circuit Training, Abs, and Body toning classes to our fully equipped Fitness Cen-tre, ensures that every Fitness request is catered for. With access to all facilities available as a pay as you go option and

our fantastic range of membership deals to choose from, there really is

something for everyone. The recently renovated and fully air

conditioned Fitness Centre is wheelchair accessible and caters for the first time gym visitor up to the more advanced trainers.

Newpark School Sports CentreNewtownpark Ave., BlackrockTel: 01 – 288 3720 / 283 [email protected]

No joining fees and no hassle. Value for money at an

affordable price



Email: [email protected] www.dlrleisureservices.ie Tel: 01 – 2823344

The new pool at Loughlinstown cur-rently under construction is one part of a major investment in sport leisure’s and recreation by DLR County Council.

We are happy to confirm that the new pool at dlr Leisure Services Loughlinstown is on target for comple-tion November 2012. The new floodlit astro pitches were completed in April and have been in use ever since. The quality of the pitches has been com-mented on by all our regular users.

When the pool is open we will pro-vide Public Swimming - Active Retired – Parent & toddler - Swimming lessons for both Adult and Children. Aqua fit classes . Keep an eye on our marketing campaign when we get closer to the opening date . We have brochures and www.dlrleisureserivces.ie currently providing centre information and we will have the Pool timetable available in the autumn.

Prices: Adults €5.00 - children €3.00 – Families - €14.00 (2A + 2C) – Active Swim €4.00 – Concession €4.50

We offer quality af-fordable leisure for all the abilities and we have a wide range of classes available, timetables available from the centre or web site. New to our range of classes is the Zumba class starting on August 28th

We are glad you are enjoying the new gym layout and the new equip-ment and thank you very much for your positive feedback. The implemen-tation of dlr Leisure Services extreme-ly progressive staff and recruitment policies means that the centre now has some of the most qualified staff in the county. Including Sport Scientists, a

Nutritionist, staff qualified in phase 4 Cardiac Rehab and GP Referral.

Please keep an eye on our careers page on the web site for any update on recruitment for dlr Leisure Services at www.dlrleisureservices.ie/careers

We are committed to our com-munity and our staff to offer Exercise for Everyone. The centre will provide leisure and recreation 7 days a week and we offer a pay as you go services.

dlr Leisure Services



Located on a most picturesque and tranquil lane, Shankill Tennis Club is anything but quiet - it is buzzing with tennis enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. This community based club offers you:

A great place to play tennis with a warm and welcoming atmosphere:• The opportunity to play both social

and competitive tennis• Excellent coaching team – learn for the

first time or develop your skills further• A thriving and growing Junior section• Continual club development - new

clubhouse built in 2008, new Tiger Turf court resurfacing in 2010 and new

additional courts• Detailed plans for future Indoor

Tennis Centre• Membership is great value and the

club is now open for new members• Non-members are very welcome to

play and avail of coaching - simply phone the club to book a court

opENiNg hourSNormal opening hours are 9.00am - 9.30pm. At weekends the courts close at 6.00pm.

Email: [email protected] or tel: 01 – 282 5400.

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In-House understands that today’s kitchens reflect personal style and maximize on clever ergonomics.

What better way to appreciate how you can utilize your space than to stand

in any of In-House’s state-of-the-art showroom displays and imagine how it would complement your home? In-House’s professional designers have years of experience to assist you plan your layout.

Luxurious wood, modern gloss, traditional styling and painted doors to order are just a sample of what’s on offer. Worktops, high-performance storage solutions, designer sinks and taps and big brand appliances like V Zug, Neff, Miele

and Siemens will complete the function-ality and stylish look of any kitchen.

Now they have made that concept even easier by the introduction of SMART FIT fully assembled units with soft close drawers and doors as standard. Your fitter will complete the installation with ease and your beautiful kitchen will be operational in days.

For details of your local branch contact In-House on callsave 1850 212 214 and visit www.in-house.ie


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RENOVATIONS, DIY, REDECORATIONS – IN THIS mONTH’S ISSuE WE fOCuS ON ALL THINgS INTERIOR LIVINg. gIVEN THAT WE

ARE IN THE mIDST Of TOugH ECONOmIC TImES, IT SHOuLDN’T STOP uS fROm ENjOYINg THE COmfORTS Of OuR OWN HOmE – AS THE SAYINg gOES ‘A mAN’S HOmE IS HIS CASTLE’ RIgHT, ALTHOugH SOmE mAY ARguE THE CONTRARY?

HOWEVER, DESPITE THE HARDSHIPS, IT’S NOT A COmPLETE mYTH THAT THERE ARE A LOT Of bARgAINS OuT THERE ON OffER, AND RETAILERS ARE ONLY TO WILLINg TO ‘DANCE’, WHETHER YOu HAVE A PENCHANT fOR HAggLINg OR NOT! WE fEATuRE A SELECTION Of TOP INDuSTRY TIPS AND IDEAS fROm kITCHENS, bEDROOmS, WINDOWS & DOORS TO ATTICS CONVERSIONS.


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Choosing a wood floor for your home can be a difficult and confusing task. Do you require engineered semi solid, solid wood or laminate flooring? What length and thickness of plank should you choose and require? Do you need a damp-proof membrane? What kind of fin-ish should you go for?

There are so many variables, that you may find it difficult to choose the floor that is the right one for your requirements.

Take the hassle and headache out of choosing a floor by providing the technical expertise to help you select the correct wood floor for your home. Source your floor at the best possible price and quality. There are many lo-cal suppliers who can provide expert design and technical assistance to ensure that the supply and fit of your floor is stress free.

rEcoMMENDED flooriNg SpEcialiSTS:

MaTT briTTon CarpeTs & FLoorinG DunDruM sTore TeL: 01 – 216 4734

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M keLLy inTeriors saLLynoGGin roaD, Co DubLin TeL: 01 – 493 6355

The Matt Britton Flooring Company takes great pride in the quality of our work and our outstanding cus-tomer service. With each project we undertake, we strive to exceed our clients’ expectations. Whether fitting carpet in a living room in your home or new hardwood floors in a large commercial office setting, we are committed to making your flooring project a success. From the contact stage through completion of your flooring project, we are courteous and responsive. We treat you with the respect you deserve.Tel: 01 – 216 4734


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The Kitchen is the heart of the home, and it’s also a major factor in determining the home’s resale value.

New Kitchen Flooring, freshened-up presses, refinished appliances, and a contemporary backsplash are all money – making ways to improve your home value while enjoying your dream kitchen.

Tips: To ensure longevity of your kitchen – go for quality cabinets – this will prove more cost effective.– Verify that all kitchen items arrive

undamaged before allowing com-mencement.

– Raise any concerns with the kitch-en fitter whenever they appear rather than waiting till completion.

rEcoMMENDED kiTchEN SpEcialiSTS:

in House kiTCHens & beDrooM speCiaLisTs saLLynoGGin roaD TeL: 01 – 236 8400

K I T C H E NThe important thing for you is that

you receive quality goods and services at a fair cost. The important thing for most retailers is that they win your custom and you then spread the word. As the adage goes – If the services completed are of a high standard you will tell a friend or neighbour, but if the standard is poor you will tell a crowd.

DoMino DesiGn QuaLiTy kiTCHens & beDrooMs boGHaLL roaD, bray. TeL: 01 – 286 4915

Atlas Dining Table + 4 rimini Chairs, €479 to €499 AVAiLAbLe FrOM LiTTLeWOODS ireLAND

The eTON, a classic style in rich cream with a solid oak worktop and featuring wicker baskets and wine cabinets. Georgian frame wall doors add to the charm of this style.

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The CirrUS, sleek handle free drawers and doors in gloss White and Japanese Pear with Ocean Wood textured laminate worktop create a dramatically stylish and functional kitchen when completed with high performance storage ideas

AVAiLAbLe FrOM iN-HOUSe.ie


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rEcoMMENDED wiNDowS & DoorS SpEcialiSTS:

THe winDow & Door CenTre CasTLe sTreeT, bray TeL: 01 – 276 8533

W i n d o w s & D o o r s

The right choice of windows and doors can not only improve the appearance, but also improve the insulation and security aspect.

The basic function of windows and doors is to admit daylight and ven-tilation in acceptable and consistent quantities, while maintaining the ambient temperature inside the house – this is your overall comfort level.

But this needs to be balanced against your requirements for what you want to see through them and how much privacy you require. You should also consider how the win-dows and doors need to blend with the overall style of your home, both in design and colour.

From a safety and security aspect you need to have the appropriate style of window or door for each loca-tion. And finally if noise is an issue you need to understand the impact of using certain styles of windows and doors, and glazing options.

Do you havE a MulTi-poiNT lockiNg DoorS?The efficiency of the locking is only as good as the discipline of the homeowner when leaving the home. When the locks are fully engaged by pulling the handle upwards they provide a reasonable degree of security. HOWEVER, believ-ing your home is secure by having these multipoint locks on your is misplaced. The career thief will gain entry to your home in less than a minute even with this locking fully engaged.

Here’s wHaT THey Can Do:

1. If the locks are not fully engaged the only point of security on your door is one simple latch – the thief knows by checking the resistance of the handle.

Even if your door has multipoint locking fully engaged, they can:

2. “Bump” the door lock – the thief will use a standard filed door key which he will forcefully hit into the standard cylinder lock breaking all the “pins”

and completely disengaging ALL the locking.

3. Snap the lock by means of a vice-grip or claw hammer.

4. Drill the lock – disabling the pins in the lock and disengaging all locking.

your aCTion sTeps:

1. Replace the door cylinder with an Anti-snap, Anti-Bump and Anti-Drill lock.

2. Ensure the deadbolts are locked at all times when the house is unoccu-pied even if you are just “popping out for a minute”.

For obligation free advice and informa-tion as well as supply and fitting service for upgrading security on doors and windows, contact Paul on 276 8533 or call to our showroom in the Superquinn shopping centre, Bray. Open Mon – Sat 9-6pm. For more information, visit: www.thewindowanddoorcentre.ie or e-mail: [email protected].


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rEcoMMENDED kiTchEN SpEcialiSTS:

in House kiTCHens & beDrooM speCiaLisTs saLLynoGGin roaD TeL: 01 – 236 8400

paul Costelloe

Montpelier bedding

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Single Duvet €45,

Double €55, king

€65, Super king €75.

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3pk kids Canvas €5 (Mid September); 3pk kids Hooks €5 (Late September); Microcosy throw €6; 3pk frames €5 (Late September); Height Chart €3 (Mid

September); Dig Dig Frame €3, (Late

September). AVAiLAbLe PeNNeYS

The range features a pink throw (€7.00), which is the perfect backdrop for pink on white heart printed cushions (€8.00). A variety of accessories from the sitting dog doorstop (€10.00) to the butterfly boxes starting from €1.AVAiLAbLe FrOM HeATONS

California Duvet Cover and Pillow Case Set, From - €17. AVAiLAbLe FrOM LiTTLeWOODS ireLAND

DoMino DesiGn QuaLiTy kiTCHens & beDrooMs boGHaLL roaD, bray. TeL: 01 – 286 4915


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rEcoMMENDED furNiTurE SpEcialiSTS:

kiLCroney FurniTure souTH oF DubLin, exiT 7 oFF n11 TeL: 01 – 282 9361

Veyron – a sleek, modern leather corner sofa available in cream for €2,199. AVAiLAbLe FrOM HArVeY NOrMAN – CArriCkMiNeSHannah – a pretty, feminine corner sofa in cream for €1,399. Also avai-lable from this collection is a 3 Seater for €799 and a 2 Seater for €699.

L i v i n g R o o m

flaNagaN kEriNSA one stop shop in home furniture. Whether you are currently progress-ing with a new build, or simply mov-ing home and looking for a change of decor, we have everything you need. Our range is extensive both in terms of style and type. We stock everything from tables and chairs, suites, lamps, pictures, headboards, and wardrobes. We have furniture for every room in your home includ-ing bedrooms, kitchens, living rooms and dining rooms.

For all you need under one roof, visit us now. Unit 3 Bray Retail Park Southern Cross Route, Bray. Tel: 01 – 281 3338.

Harvey norMan THe park – CarriCkMines TeL: 01 – 299 6900

FLanaGan kerins ray reTaiL park, souTHern Cross, bray TeL: 01 – 281 3338

Faux Suede 3-ball

floor lamp €59. AVAiLAbLe FrOM LiTTLeWOODS.ie

Nouveau Table

Lamp €52. AVAiLAbLe FrOM LiTTLeWOODS.ie


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rEcoMMENDED baThrooM SpEcialiSTS:

Davies baTHrooMs kiLMaCanoGue TeL: 01 – 276 5689

BATHROOMSThe bathroom has become one of peo-ple’s most prized rooms in the home, simply because it is the one place that most people can spend some time relaxing and forgetting about all their troubles. Old, dingy bathrooms are outdated and unattractive, so if you want to make sure that your bathroom is the

bobble bath Mat €8; Ultrasoft Hand Towel €5 (end of August); Shower Curtain €5, Pop-up Storage €4 (mid August). AVAiLAbLe FrOM PeNNeYS very well known and

highly respected by Architects, Specifiers and Interior Design-ers who have all used our products for bothe residential and com-mercial applications.

Our extensive product portfolio cov-ers a wide spectrun of design choices, from classic, time honoured traditional styles to very latest in contemporary

and minimalistic designs that feature simplistic lines and modern technology. Examples of these include, Duravit, Kohler, Grohe, Huppe, Matki, Catalano and the quintessential, world renowned Philippe Starck. Our Showrooms are located at Number 4, Wellington Street, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin.

Tel: 01 – 284 2100 or email us at: [email protected]

jewel of your home, you need to make sure that you keep it up to date in terms of style and design.

Before taking on the big, and some-times tricky task of renovating your bathroom, it is important that you take as many tips as you can get that will help you to put together a room that is both practical and comfortable.

Waterloo Bathrooms is without doubt one of Ireland’s finest and well renowned retailer of high quality, cutting edge, designer sanitary ware, ceramics, show-ers and bathroom furniture. We are


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Davies South glencormac business Park (beside Avoca Handweavers)

kilmacanogue, Co. Wicklow. Phone: 01 – 2765689 fax: 01 – 2765709

Email: [email protected] Web: www.davies.ie

ThE iDEal STaNDarD playa collEcTioN

ideal Standard, a leading provider of innovative and design-driven bath-room solutions, has recently launched its new bathroom collection Playa, created by award-winning design house, ArteFakt. The Playa collection offers a linear design while concep-tually remaining distinctly contem-

Davies Ltd has been synonymous with quality bathrooms and Sanitary ware since its formation in 1933. it has built a reputation over the last eight decades as irelands leading supplier of innovative bathing and showering equipment.

Davies bathroom showrooms are two of the finest bathroom facilities in ireland. These showrooms incorporates more than 100 fully fitted bathrooms suites and shower rooms ranging from basic models to more extravagant designs from the

porary. Wide surfaces and straight angles deliver a comfortable relaxing bathroom experience, without com-promising on style and design.

The Playa range comprises of five different basin options, full and semi pedestal options as well as three WC options plus bidet, all of which come with a lifetime guarantee.

ThE iDEal STaNDarD coNcEpT collEcTioN

This ideal Standard range is a whole new Concept in bathroom design. robin Levien, one of the Uk’s most successful bathroom designers, has created a beautiful and comprehen-sive collection that offers choice, practical solutions and affordable luxury to everyone. Your bathroom concept, your taste, to fit your space.

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world’s top brands offering the customer the widest possible choice.

Davies completed renovation on their kilmacanogue showroom situated beside Avoca Hand weavers in Wicklow featuring displays from the world’s most innovative and creative designers and manufactures. The new showroom displays feature Wet room shower displays and enclosures, traditional and contemporary bathroom displays and the very latest in bathroom furniture and accessories.

All leading manufacturers are featured, kohler, ideal Standard, Sottini, Dansani, Twyfords, roper rhodes, bC Sanitan, Jacuzzi, Mira,Grohe, Hansgrohe, Heritage, Flair, Merlyn, Geberit and many more.

A free design service is available which allows customers see a virtual reality view of their selected bathroom products and design.

Opening hours are 9.30am – 5.00pm Mon-day – Friday 9.30am – 4.00pm.


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Woodie’s DIY Washable Matt2.5lt Only €29.99 (€12 per Litre)5lt Only €51.99 (€10.40 per litre)

Morphy Richards Accents Pyramid Traditional Jug Kettle €64.99 eachPolished Steel Red/ Cream/ Black3Kw Rapid Boil 1.5LtConcealed ElementIlluminated Switch

Morphy Richards Accents 4 Slice Toaster €64.99 eachPolished Steel Red/ Cream/ Black950W ReheatDual ControlFrozen & Cancel setting

Express Clic Oak Clic Laminate 6mm – 3 Strip€5.99 per yd² (€7.16 per m²) €20.90 per pack

Aqualux Shine Quadrant 900mm (Polished Silver) €289.99 KICO Princess 3 Light

Pendant Only €89.99 each

Morphy Richards Accents Dome Jug Kettle €49.99 eachBlack/ Cream/ Red/ Steel/ PurpleRapid Boil1.5Lt 3Kw

KICO Avigo Aeroplane Pendant Only €39.99 each


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Established in 1974 in Greystones, Co Wicklow, Fenton Fires is a fam-ily owned business. Originally set up as a heating company, Fentons subsequently added convector fires, stoves, contemporary and traditional

fireplaces, range cookers, baskets, flues and accesso-ries to their product range.

Fenton Fires now offer an extensive range of quality wood burning, multi-fuel stoves and glass fronted inserts offering high efficiency from a sustainable fuel source.

Fenton’s award winning show-room in Greystones features an ex-tensive range of quality products and is open from 9:00 to 17:30 Monday - Friday and on Saturdays from 10:00 to 16:00.

Any person considering a new fireplace, stove or range cooker will benefit by taking a look around Fen-ton Fires. Their wide product range, excellent value, professional advice, and full installation service have al-ways been valued by their customers.

Chesney’s Barrington stove in a Chesney’s Burlington surround.

Stovax View 3 multi fuel stove on Bench. Available in

5kw or 8Kw

Scan Anderson 4-5 wood burning stove

Chesney’s red enamel Alpine 6kw multi fuel stove in

Chesney’s Limestone Clandon Bolection

surround.

For more information, please contact:

Fenton Firesstanley House, Church roadGreystones, Co Wicklowtel: 01 – 287 4310www.fentonfires.ie


The Park Carrickmines

Next home’s new store is located between woodies Diy and hickey home focus while Subway will join the line up in The iveagh Mall alongside tenants such as vanilla pod Eatery and brown cow beauty boutique.

according to adam coyle, centre Manager at The park, by welcoming these new tenants they are responding to customer demand for wider choice.

“The park is rapidly instating itself as a prime retail destination, evidenced by people travelling from as far away as wexford and kildare. Through customer feedback we have learnt that there is a desire for more choice – and we have worked hard to create a tenant mix that will both

The Park Carrickmines welcomes new tenantsThe Park Carrickmines has expanded its retail offering with the addition of two new tenants The new tenants Next Home and Subway join the existing line up of tenants at a time when The Park is experiencing strong footfall growth.

augment the scheme and also compliment the existing retail offer”, – said Mr coyle.

The new tenants join an impressive line-up of top retail brands including Tk Maxx, heatons, Mothercare, Smyths Toys, pc world, and harvey Norman.

prominently located beside Junction 15 on the M50, the park is easily accessed by car from all parts of the city and beyond. Existing bus services provide good public transport and this has been further enhanced by the luas green line extension.

For further details on The Park visit www.thepark.ie


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o’briens is ireland’s largest, family owned drinks retailer. They import exclusively from over 55 wineries worldwide, offering over 1,000 wines, complemented by one of the largest beer and spirit offerings in the country. The store in Carrickmines opened in June 2011 and is one of 32 nationwide stores. They have over 50 wines on promotion every month and the store

offers the following services – wedding, party and event supply and delivery, food and wine matching consultation and sale or return. with prices starting from €5.99 there are wines to suit every budget.


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Standing at 13,995 sq.ft and creating 58 new jobs, the newest addition to the Next family will provide the very best in interior styling and home makeo-vers - offering everything from rustic bedroom furniture and sleek uphol-stery to bright picnic sets and sumptu-ous bedding.

With the closest Next Home store being in Cork, interior enthusiasts in the county will now have their very own paradise packed full of diverse and exciting themes, like Graphic Glam – a sophisticated marriage of

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mirrored furniture, luxurious uphol-stery and decorative metalwork.

Other key themes this summer explore the charming take on the Eng-lish Cream Tea style, punctuated with rose and strawberry motifs. Combine this with elements of wicker and metal hearts and you find yourself full of small quirky delights.

The opening hours of the store is 10am- 6pm Monday to Wednes-day, Thursday and Friday 10am – 9pm and 10am-6pm on Saturday and Sunday.




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44 / 44cCity Centre to The Park40 minutes · every 25 minutes

115The Park to Blackrock DART Station

117City Centre to Belarmine (via The Park)

63City Centre to The Park45 minutes · every 60 minutes

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Visit Wicklow

Just a short drive from the capital, it’s not difficult to see exactly why Wicklow’s hidden waterfalls, glacial lakes, tumultuous terrain and cottage industry – acts as a magnet, attracting people from all walks of life and the world over. We share 6 top destina-

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tions, amongst many others, and dis-cover what it is that makes this region such a popular destination to visit.

In this edition we feature 6 ‘Top’ places to visit within a short distance from South Dublin.

• Powerscourt House & Gardens• Avondale House• National Sealife Centre• Russborough House• Avon Ri• The Chocolate Garden of Ireland

wicklow – ThE garDEN of irElaND, givEN iTS NaME NoT JuST by chaNcE – buT by virTuE of iTS hEarT STirriNg laNDScapE, ruggEDNESS aND uNTouchED by urbaNiSaTioN.

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Visit Wicklow

more in Wicklow for you to partake in during your time in the Wicklow coun-tryside. Enjoy a host of indoor or out-

door leisure activities whether on a weekend with friends, family

holiday to Ireland or with colleagues on a corporate event.

Tastefully styled in Mediterranean décor and with its floor to ceiling windows over-

looking the spectacular blessington lakes, Il Lago

Restaurant has the atmo-spheric flavour to match its cuisine

making Il Lago one of the most well regarded restaurants in Wicklow.

Celebrate Heritage Week at Powerscourt, Ireland’s Highest Waterfall! Join ecologist Dr Sophie Nicol on a unique nature walk through the beautiful parkland surrounding Powerscourt Waterfall.

natural heritage. Children can also participate in a nature scavenger

hunt, collecting natural items to win a prize!

Families can indulge in a sizzling barbecue or a summer picnic at the waterfall and there are also plenty of

treats on offer at the kiosk run by Popcorn Ireland. Every

Wednesday until the end of August kids under 12 will get a free popcorn at the kiosk if they show their entry ticket to the waterfall.

Open 7 Days a Week.

PoWERSCouRT WaTERFaLLEnniskerry, Co. WicklowSummer Opening Times (May – August) 9.30am to 7pm (Last Entry 6.30pm)W: www.powerscourt.ie/waterfall T: (01) 204 6000

Along with highlighting the abundant flora and fauna found in this environment, she will use a variety of activities to encourage a hands-on approach to exploring our natural world. Suitable for all ages, this guided walk is designed to engage the senses and create a deeper appreciation of our

GUiDeD NATUre TrAiL & SCAVeNGer HUNT! 18th August, 2.30pm to 4.00pm. Cost is included in entry charge to waterfall

Whether you’re planning a weekend away with friends or a family holiday in Ireland, Avon Ri offers an unforgettable experience boasting magnificent luxury self-catering accommodation in Wicklow, a top class fine dining restaurant, and impressive bar, lounge and Terrace overlooking the spectacular Blessington Lakes and Wicklow Mountains.

Combining our fabulous setting and our warmly decorated function rooms, Avon Ri is the perfect venue for Wed-dings and other social gatherings.

Avon Rí has a wide range of indoor and outdoor leisure activities includ-ing Mountain Biking, Tennis, Archery, Sailing, Windsurfing, Fishing, Powerboat Training, Canoeing, Kayaking and many

aVoN Rí Blessington Lakeshore, Burgage, Blessington, Co. Wicklow Telephone: +353 (0)45 900 670 www.avonri.com


Visit Wicklow

Welcome to

The National Sea Life Centre Bray, takes you on a journey of the deep…without getting wet! Over 30+ spectacular displays including: Rivers of the World, Nemo’s Kingdom and our breathtaking Tropical Shark Lagoon. Explore our creatures - What’s your favourite sea creature?

Are you a Shark lover, a Seahorse fancier or a Clownfish groupie? Perhaps it’s the mysterious Sea Dragon or the clever Common Octopus that you love the most. Maybe you simply can’t decide! Here at SEA LIFE Bray you can make up your mind and see them all - from the curious and the rescued to the rare and the enigmatic. And you’ll be able to get closer to them than ever before.

NEw: cowNoSE raySCome face to face with our newest residents... Cownose Rays from the Eagle Ray family. These amazing and fascinat-ing creatures use their wings to stir up the bottom to find potential prey buried under the sand.

SEaLIFE bRaySeafront, Strand Road, Bray, Co. Wicklow. Tel: 01 – 286 6939 (Tickets, General Enquiries, Schools & Group Tours)Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 10am – 6pm (last admissions 5pm) Saturday, Sunday & School Hols 10am – 6pm (last admissions 5pm)

THE CHoCoLaTE GaRDEN oF IRELaNDTel: 059-6481999www.chocolategarden.ie

aVoNDaLE HouSE aND FoREST PaRkRathdrum. Co. WicklowTel: 0404 – 46111 www.coillteoutdoors.ie

Fancy a whole hazelnut praline chocolate, a caramel waffle, a delicious honeycomb ice cream, a celebration cake or would you just like to know how chocolate is made? If you would, make your way to The Chocolate Garden of Ireland.

In mid-2009 Jim & Mary Healy began running chocolate workshops for individuals, families, active retired, youth and school groups to provide a chocolate experience for all.

When you book into one of these chocolate workshops, you can look forward to learning about all things chocolate and ice cream; enjoy demonstrations, hands-on work with chocolate and most importantly tastings of different grades of chocolate - a

thoroughly enjoyable one hour and forty minutes!

During a workshop you get to make your own chocolate product and you also to keep the product and the

mould! Chocolate Workshops

must be booked in advance and can be booked for

birthday parties and hen parties at special rates when quoting In South Dublin Magazine.

Avondale House was the birthplace and home of Charles Stewart Parnell.

The Uncrowned King of Ireland – he dedicated himself to the goal of Ireland as a nation, and he pursued it unswerving-ly until a rose thrown across him path opened a new world,

the world of love and Katharine O’Shea.• Visit the House and watch the award

winning audio visual presentation• The Kitchen Café – Tea rooms serv-

ing homemade fresh light meals and superb cakes and tarts.

• 7 Signposted walks / Orienteering Course

• Children’s play area./Cycle path See www.coillteoutdoors for further information.


Visit Wicklow

STAR POKERLocated on the first floor is our Texas hold’em room where we host live tournaments every Wednesday / Thursday / Friday / Saturday and Sunday from 8 pm. We also have a Monthly Deepstack Tournament which takes place the first Sunday of every month.

STAR CASINOFully air conditioned casino on two floors. The ground floor offers all the latest in slots and poker games, while the first floor offers you a more of a Vegas atmosphere with fully auto-mated roulette and live blackjack. Both floors have comfortable heated smoking areas, in addition to self service complimentary refreshment bars where you can enjoy a freshly made coffee, tea, or soft drinks.

STAR LEISUREActivities include: Simulator & Video Games, Kiddies Rides, Casino, etc. We go to great lengths every year to make sure we have the latest at-tractions and technology, for you to enjoy! No matter what your taste is

we have something for everyone to enjoy in a fun supervised exciting atmosphere.

Star Leisure, Sea Front, Bray, Co. Wicklow. For more information:

Tel: 01 – 286 3981 Email: [email protected]

Open 7-Days a week All year round 10am till late.

www.starleisure.ie


Food & Drink

Situated in Glencullen on top of the Dublin mountains, Johnnie Fox’s is one of Ireland’s oldest and most famous traditional Irish pubs - and we are also famed as the high-

Pubsnoons. There are large bands that play through the year on selected dates. You can also see one of the top dancing

performances in the country

at our famous ‘Hooley Night’ - dinner & show (reserva-tions recommended). All in all, Fox’s is the home of traditional entertain-ment, so be sure to book in

advance if you can.

JoHNNIE Fox’S PubGlencullen, Co. DublinEmail: [email protected] Tel: +353 (0)1 295 5647

est pub in the country. We are located approximately 25-35 minutes drive from Dublin City centre.

At Johnnie Fox’s we have Traditional Irish Music every night, plus on Saturday and Sunday after-

that Brady’s of Shankill has it all!

The judging panel at the 2012 National Bar

Awards certainly appear to agree, as they bestowed the

coveted title of ‘Local of the Year’ on Brady’s at a gala ceremony in June.

Brady’s is also accredited as an ap-proved pub by Fáilte Ireland.

Brady’s of Shankill is an award-winning pub-restaurant situated in the heart of Shankill village, just off the N11 between Loughlinstown and Bray. Comprising a large, comfortable lounge and lively bar, Brady’s offers top-quality carvery and a la carte barfood menus at prices that won’t break the bank.

With live music every weekend, mul-tiple big screens to show all major sport-ing events, a covered and heated beer garden/smoking area, fully-stocked off licence, complimentary WiFi and ample free parking for patrons, you could say

brADY’S OF SHANkiLL WiNS ‘beST LOCAL iN ireLAND’ AT NATiONAL bAr AWArDS

bRaDy’S oF SHaNkILLMain Street, Shankill, Co. Dublin. Tel: 01 – 282 0153

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THE LEoPaRDSToWN

INN Brewery Road, Stillorgan

FoRTy FooT baR & GRILL The Pavilion, Dun LaoghaireTel: 01 – 236 0663 Email: [email protected]

brADY’S OF SHANkiLL WiNS ‘beST LOCAL iN ireLAND’ AT NATiONAL bAr AWArDS

The Lounge at the Leopardstown Inn incorporates 3 different areas – the blue bar, central lounge and the piece de résistance the cocktail Car-ousel bar – each with its own unique and inviting charms.

For your dining pleasure our menu features the highest qual-ity ingredients served family style, and the results are magical. The overall mood is elegant and exotic. Each space has an eclectic selection of furniture, the result-ing aesthetic is a decadent mix of wild and exotics /strangely beautiful for a bar.

Showing all the major sport-ing events SKY Sports and Setanta on flat screen televisions throughout.

Carousel Cocktail Bar: The concept here was simple, create an exceptional ambience in which to enjoy our award winning cock-tails and more. It revolves slowly, ensuring you a different prospec-tive of this exotic environment. It’s always and never the same

Carvery Lunch: Mon-Fri 12 - 2.30pm / Sat & Sun 12 - 3.00pm. Bar food Served: Mon-Sat 2.30 - 10.00pm and Sunday 3.00 - 9.00pm.

The FortyFoot Bar and Grill is located in the heart of Dun Laoghaire with pano-ramic views of Dun Laoghaire harbour that are beyond compare.

Inspired by the Meatpackers District of New York, the use of copper, brass, wood, and over 10,000 Square feet of leather brings opulence and luxury. Features such as the contempo-rary open fire, polished

pewter bar counter, luxurious fabrics, innovative lighting and slick artwork by Terry Bradley exudes style and panache but the panoramic views of Dun Laoghaire harbour are really beyond compare. The menu boasts an eclectic mix of steaks and seafood to tantalize the taste buds. We have a vast selection of worldwide beers and an irresistible cocktail menu. To view our menu’s visit www.fortyfoot.ie

opENiNg hourS:Mon – Thu: 4pm – 11.30pm

Friday & Saturday: 12.30pm – 2.30amSunday: 12.30pm – 11.30pm.

The Martello Hotel situated in a stunning location giving breathtaking views across the Irish Sea and the imposing Bray Head.

The Martello Hotel offers an un-matched combination of accommoda-tion, dining, drink, music and late night entertainment in a lively, vibrant, mod-ern setting on the seafront at Bray, just 30 minutes from Dublin City Centre.

The Martello Hotel is renowned for the fun-loving buzzy atmosphere and style of the hugely popular ‘Martello Bar’ which incorporates a continental style outdoor area. On the first floor The Tower Bistro offers a casual, great value

dining experience seven days a week.

TowEr biSTro – rESTauraNT

Maintaining the ‘Mar-tello’ theme, the Tower Bistro has been fully refurbished into an open plan, 50-seater

eatery that has earned an enviable reputation for

the quality of its cuisine with locals and visitors alike. Open from

5:30pm to 10:00pm every day and offer-ing a 3 course set menu the Bistro pro-vides a wide choice of affordable dishes in comfortable, elegant surroundings.

THE maRTELLoStrand Road, Bray Tel: 01 – 286 8000


Fine Dining

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list from old to new world wines. The Restaurant is open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

opENiNg TiMESBreakfastMon – Fri 7–10.30 am; Sat – Sun 8 – 10.30 am

LunchMon – Fri 12.30 – 3.00pm; Sun 12.30 – 3.30pm

DinnerTue – Sat 5.45 – 10.15 pm

Early birD SpEcial MENu2 Courses – €21, 3 Courses – €25Tue – Thu 5.45 – 10.15 pm; Fri & Sat 5.45 pm – 7.00 pm

PuRPLE SaGEStillorgan Park HotelTel: +353 (0)1 200 1800Email: [email protected]

The spectacular Purple Sage Restaurant at the Stillorgan Park Hotel will delight you.

Throughout its hidden alcoves one can enjoy intimate suppers,

there are quiet areas for busi-ness lunches and spacious comfort for larger parties.

The Purple Sage Res-taurant boasts outstand-

ing cuisine offering a wide variety of dishes from

French Cuisine to contempo-rary international dishes. Menus

are complimented by an extensive wine

Award winning restaurant Toscana specialis-es in authentic Italian Cuisine with emphasis on fresh organic produce from our Wicklow gardens. Since opening in 2001 Toscana has established itself as one of Dublin’s finest Ital-ian Restaurants. Voted best places to eat in Dublin by Lucinda O Sullivan. With spectacu-lar sea views a visit to Toscana is a must.

SpEcial offErSItalian Lunch - 3 Course Lunch – €15.95Wine & Dine for Two – €50.00 Includes two starters, two mains and a bottle of Wine Weekend Lunch Special – €19.95

Includes 3 course lunch and a choice of glass wine, beer or soft drink.Early Bird - 2 Course – €17.95

View all our menus and special offers at www.toscana.ie

opENiNg hourSMon to Sun: 12 noon till late

ToSCaNa5 Windsor Terrace, Dun Laoghaire Seafront, Tel: 01 – 230 0890


Fine Dining

St. Michaels Suite, St. Michaels PierDun Laoghaire Harbour. Tel: 01 – 2845590 Email: [email protected]

Seating for 60 includes an attrac-tive new gallery area overlooking the harbour, al fresco dining on The Balcony and private dining facilities for parties of up to 18 people. An ideal venue for casual and formal dining.

opENiNg TiMES:Tuesday to Thursday – 12pm - 9pm Friday to Saturday – 12pm to 10pm Sunday – 12pm to 6pm

grEaT SpEcial offErS:Lunch Special €8.95 Served 12 to 3pm daily Early Bird Menu €21.003 Courses Only. Served 12 to 6.45pm daily

GREEN DRaGoN WELLKilliney Shopping Centre, Dun Laoghaire. Tel: 01 – 235 1671 Email: [email protected] Web: www.0086.ie.

The Grill at the Castle, situated in the original dungeon of the Castle, is the location of choice for good food and wine with friends.

Contemporary in design, the Grill at the Castle is an ideal location for relaxed evening meals. It’s a great venue for Sunday lunch with your family... or with our extensive menu options and unlimited space, the Grill at the Castle caters perfectly for large groups getting together to view key sporting events in the Dungeon Bar with friends or special occa-sions like anniversary and birthday celebrations.

THE GRILL aT THE CaSTLEFitzpatrick Castle HotelTel: 01 – 230 5400www.fitzpatrickcastle.com

Situated in the heart of the Killiney Shopping Centre, Dun Laoghaire, this restaurant has three floors and one stunning al fresco area on the second floor with a large balcony. With a lively atmosphere throughout day and night, it is the perfect venue for birthday parties, meetings, communions or confirmation days.

The quality and prov-enance of our food is incredibly impor-tant and where possible we source all our products from local Irish suppliers in or-der to providing our customers with deli-cious Cantonese cuisine. Our speciality is our roasted duck made with traditional Chinese recipes by our chefs and gently roasted to protect its unique delicate taste. Our talented chefs are on hand to provide you with an extensive range of freshly prepared catering options ideally suited to the event you are organising. An exclusive spacious room with karaoke is available for private hire for all manner

of functions whether it is for 10 or 100 people. We offer a Set Menu

or Finger Food in addition to our famous A La Carte Menu.15% Off in AugustA-La-Carte Menu – Tue & Wed – Food OnlyEarly Bird (3 Courses) – €15.99Sun & Mon, 4pm – 10pm. Tues to Sat, 4pm – 8pm

Accepted Payments: • Visa • Master-Card • American Express • Laser. Facili-ties: • Lift • Disable toilet • Takeaway • Al Fresco • Function Room • Free Car Park

This Chinese restaurant is fully li-censed and open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

Green Dragon WellChinese RestauRaunt

Dine in comfort and style with magnificent views of Dun Laoghaire Harbour at our beau-tifully refurbished seafront restaurant.

The fully licensed restaurant offers the best of international cuisine from an extensive menu prepared by award win-ning Chef / Proprietor, Paul Lewis, who is a member of Euro-Toques International.

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Dine in comfort and style with magnificent viewsof Dun Laoghaire Harbour at our beautifullyrefurbished seafront restaurant.

The fully licensed restaurant offers the best ofinternational cuisine from an extensive menuprepared by award winning Chef / Proprietor,Paul Lewis, who is a member of Euro-ToquesInternational.

Seating for 60 includes an attractive new galleryarea overlooking the harbour, al fresco dining on The Balcony and private diningfacilities for parties of up to 18 people.An ideal venue for casual and formal dining.

Purple Ocean Purple Ocean Restaurant

St. Michael’s Pier, Dun Laoghaire Harbour

Tel: 01-2845590E: [email protected]

OPENING HOURS:12-9pm (Tues-Thurs), 12-10pm (Fri & Sat), 12-6pm (Sun)

A La Carte all day - Lunch 12 - 5pm - Early Bird 5 - 6.45pm


Global Pop superstar and Grammy Award Winner, Kelly Clarkson has announced that she is bringing her “Stronger Tour” to The O2 Dublin on October 10th and will be joined by one of the biggest breakthrough pop bands of 2012 Cover Drive

KELLY CLARKSON 10th OCTOBER 2012, The O2

YOUR GUIDE TO THE BIGGEST

MUSIC EVENTS & GIGS

A landmark in family entertainment, Walking with Dinosaurs – The Arena Spectacular has been seen by over 7m people in a staggering 206 cities across the world. Ranked No.4 in Pollstar’s Top 100 Worldwide Tours, their phenomenal global success is credited to the pioneering work of its long-serving

and passionate production team. Bringing to life 20 to-scale dinosaurs night after night, this £10m technological feat is of epic proportions.From the ripple of their skin to the glint

in their eye, you will know the dinosaurs really have returned!After 65 million years, they’re back!

WALKING WITH DINOSAURS Wed 19th – Sun 23rd September 2012, The O2

On September 15, 2011, internationally acclaimed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli gave a once in a lifetime, free concert as a gift to New York City on Central Park’s Great Lawn. Additional performers include The New York Philharmonic, under the direction of musical director Alan Gilbert, with special guests Celine Dion, Tony Bennett, Bryn Terfel, Chris Botti, David Foster, Andrea Griminelli, Nicola Benedetti, Anna Maria Martinez and Pretty Yende.

Ticket information: The O2, Dublin €55 / €75 / €108 / €155JENNIFER LOPEZ19th October 2012, The O2Global superstar Jennifer Lopez, who has continually captivated fans for over a decade, today confirms her first ever Show in Ireland at The O2 Dublin on Friday 19 October as part of her ‘Dance Again’ world tour. Tickets from €54.65.

ANDRE BOCELLIIN CONCERT WITH ORCHESTRA AND CHOIR

6th November 2012, The O2

Fresh from the success of current album El Camino, Grammy award winning The Black Keys have announced a major Irish headline date at The O2 on August 22nd.

Tickets priced from €39.05 including booking fee are on sale now. Online: www.ticketmaster.ie

THE BLACK KEYS 22nd August, The O2

Andrea Bocelli last performed two breath-taking sold out Irish concerts with orchestra and choir in 2009.

“WOW, WOW, WOW… INFORMATIVE AND ENTERTAINING”


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Plants, sHrubs, trees & accessorIes

Garden World

Our newly stocked garden centre is now open with a fullrange of plants, shrubs and trees and garden accessories.

THE GARDEN CENTRE IS OPEN: Mon to Sat- 9am to 5.30pm

Sunday - 12pm to 5.30pm Bank holiday’s - 10am to 5.30pm

Tel: 01-281 9890

Tel: 01 – 286 9477 / Mob: 086 – 870 4600Email: [email protected]


Fashion Focus

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White vest EUR6.99,

Blue lace- insert shirt EUR29.99,

Belt EUR7.99 (part of pack),

High-waisted jeans EUR29.99,

Bracelet EUR3.99,

Ring EUR7.99,

Blue snake print peep-toe shoes EUR29.99,

Available from New Look.

Nude floral cut-out dress EUR29.99,

Monochrome bag EUR29.99,

Nude court shoes EUR24.99,

Available from New Look.

SAVIDA Colour Block Shoe

EUR30Available from Dunnes Stores

SAVIDA Stretch

Skinny JeanS EUR25

Available from Dunnes Stores

Skinny JeanS EUR20

Available from Dunnes Stores

Glitter Clutch EUR15Available from Dunnes Stores.

Highwaisted Shorts EUR16Available from Dunnes Stores.

Wrap Sunglasses

EUR3Available from Penneys.

Limited neon strap wedge

EUR21Available from Penneys.

Contrast Tee EUR8,

Print Scuba Pencil Skirt EUR11,

Neon Bangle EUR5,

Enamel Bracelet EUR5

Available from Penneys.

for her

Mint Peterpan Collar Blouse

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Watermelon Fifties Crops - EUR28,

White Broderie Anglaise Cami EUR15,

Snake Print Belt EUR12,

Available from A-Wear.


Fashion Focus

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Tee - EUR2.50, Hoody top - EUR14, Roll up chino short - EUR11, Lace up canvas - EUR6

Available from Penneys Dundrum

Check shirt - EUR11, Roll up chino short - EUR11, Grey trainers - EUR6


Navajo

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White Canvas

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Winston Chino Short EUR25Available from Dunnes stores

Jacket EUR121, Trousers EUR67, Shirt EUR35, Tie EUR11Available from NEXT


Sport Focus

2012/13 bArCLAYS PreMier LeAGUe It’s less than a couple of weeks away until the 2012/13 season is upon us and the excitement is exuded from football

fans worldwide. Pre-season games and the opening of the transfer window always shows the first impressions on the upcoming 9 months ahead of us and how each side will set up with their refurnished squads.

The Premier League welcomes excit-ing new teams Reading, Southampton, and West Ham who are returning after a 4 year, 7 year, and a 1 year slumber away from top flight football. Whilst

NEw SEaSoN kiTS: MaNchESTEr uNiTED €59.00, MaNchESTEr ciTy €59.95 ,

livErpool fc €59.00, chElSEa fc €59.00, arSENal €59.95.

the teams going the opposite direction are Wolves, Bolton, and Blackburn who all have enjoyed great days in the Premier League down the years.

Of all of the title challengers, Chelsea appear to have made the biggest steps towards a push for the Premier League with their recent spend in the market. The new signings of Marko Marin and Eden Hazard show that Chelsea will be eager to push City for the title.

availablE aTPrices are subject to change

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Sport Focus

PreMier LeAGUe FiXTUreS AUGUST 2012

SaTurDay 18 auguST 2012

15:00 ArSeNAL V SUNDerLAND

15:00 FULHAM V NOrWiCH

15:00 QPr V SWANSeA

15:00 reADiNG V STOke

15:00 WeST brOM V LiVerPOOL

15:00 WeST HAM V ASTON ViLLA

17:30 NeWCASTLe V TOTTeNHAM

SuNDay 19 auguST 2012

13:30 WiGAN V CHeLSeA

16:00 MAN CiTY V SOUTHAMPTON

MoNDay 20 auguST 2012

20:00 eVerTON V MAN UTD

wEDNESDay 22 auguST 2012

19:45 CHeLSeA V reADiNG

SaTurDay 25 auguST 2012

12:45 SWANSeA V WeST HAM

15:00 ASTON ViLLA V eVerTON

15:00 MAN UTD V FULHAM

15:00 NOrWiCH V QPr

15:00 SOUTHAMPTON V WiGAN

15:00 SUNDerLAND V reADiNG

15:00 TOTTeNHAM V WeST brOM

17:30 CHeLSeA V NeWCASTLe

SuNDay 26 auguST 2012

13:30 STOke V ArSeNAL

16:00 LiVerPOOL V MAN CiTY

PATieNCe, PASSiNG AND POSSeSSiON: liverpool will begin their assault on the premier league this season with rodgers!

breNDAN rOGerS

Brendan Rodgers has finally got down to business as Liverpool manager and already it is clear to see the style he wants to implement through pre-season games. The first noticeable difference between this Liverpool and the one under Kenny Dalglish was the tempo at which they played and the formation that was used: 4-3-3 has replaced 4-4-2. Both men believe in keeping the ball on the deck but Rodgers does not want to see things being done in a hurry.

Liverpool are delighted with the ap-pointment, and are backing the former Swansea manager to make a significant impact. Werner said: “I don’t think anyone could have been happy with our performance on the pitch last year, no disrespect to Kenny. I think he is an iconic figure for Liverpool and he will always be appreciated for the stability that he brought to the club”.

Brendan brings a modern, attack-ing philosophy to the game - I think the Liverpool fans will be very happy with the new style he will bring to the club - and hopefully we will see a big improvement.

Will there be a top 4 finish for Liver-pool this season?

US OPeN 2012, august 27th – September 9th

The USTA announced today that world No. 1 and five-time US Open singles champion Roger Federer, defending US Open champion Novak Djokovic, and 2010 US Open and 2012 French Open champion Rafael Nadal lead the men’s singles field for the 2012 US Open Tennis Championships. The player field also features former US Open cham-pions Andy Roddick and Juan Martin Del Potro. Each of the world’s top 101 men received direct entry into the US Open, representing 37 countries.

The 2012 US Open will be played August 27 – September 9 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, N.Y. Both the men’s and women’s US Open singles champions will earn $1.9 million.

Leading the entry list is world No. 1 Roger Federer, who returned to the top ranking following his title at Wimble-don this year. Federer surpassed Pete Sampras to set the record for the most weeks at No. 1 in the ATP rankings at 287 weeks. Federer is seeking his sixth US Open title, which would surpass Sampras and Jimmy Connors for most US Open men’s singles titles in the Open Era.

World No. 2 Novak Djokovic is the defending US Open champion after defeating Rafael Nadal in four sets in the final last year for his first US Open championship. Djokovic won the 2012 Australian Open and reached the final of the French Open.

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Battleship Out Now!

Battleship is a 2012 American Alien Invasion science fiction naval war film inspired by the classic board game. The film was directed by Peter Berg. The film stars Taylor Kitsch, Liam Neeson, Alexander Skarsgård, Rihanna, Brooklyn Decker, and Tadanobu Asano. In 2005, NASA discovers an extra solar planet with conditions similar to Earth. On the chance that it contains intelligent life, NASA transmits a powerful signal from a communications

array in Hawaii, boosted by a satellite in orbit. Five alien spacecraft arrive in response to the NASA signal. The destroyers attempt to establish contact, but the aliens attack in response to a warning shot fired by the American destroyers, an epic-scaled action-adventure that unfolds across the seas, in the skies and over land as our planet fights for survival against a superior force.

The Lucky One Out 24th Aug

Based on Nicholas Sparks’ bestseller The Lucky One, Zac Efron stars alongside Taylor Schilling and Blythe Danner in this romantic drama directed by Academy Award®-nominated writer/director Scott Hicks (“Shine,” “No Reservations”). U.S. Marine Sergeant Logan Thibault (Efron) returns from his third tour of duty in Iraq, with the one thing he credits with keeping him alive - a photograph he found of a woman he doesn’t even know. Learning her name is Beth (Schilling) and where she lives, he

shows up at her door, and ends up taking a job at her family-run local kennel. Despite her initial mistrust and the complications in her life, a romance develops between them, giving Logan hope that Beth could be much more than his good luck charm.

American Pie Reunion Out 24th Aug

Thirteen years after graduating high school, Jim, “Oz”, Kevin, Finch, and Stifler have moved on with adult life and responsibilities. Jim is still married to Michelle and they now have a two-year-old son, Evan. However, since the birth of their son, Jim and Michelle’s sex life has slowly but surely begun to deteriorate. Oz is an NFL sportscaster living in Los Angeles with his supermodel girlfriend Mia. Kevin is married to Ellie and works from home as

an architect. Finch has been traveling the world, and still searching for his one true love. Stifler works as a temp at an investment firm, where he is also the victim of cruel verbal abuse by his arrogant employer. Get ready for “flat-out hilarious, raunchy fun” as the whole American Pie gang returns to East Great Falls for the first time since their legendary senior year to turn their reunion into the most unforgettable weekend since high school

The Hunger Games Out 31st Aug

The Hunger Games is a 2012 American film directed by Gary Ross, It stars Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, and Donald Sutherland. The story takes place in a dystopian post-apocalyptic future in the nation of Panem, where 12 boys and 12 girls must participate in the Hunger Games – a televised annual event in which the “tributes” are required to fight to the death until there is one remaining victor.

The protagonist Katniss Everdeen (Lawrence) volunteers to take her younger sister’s place in the games. Joined by her district’s male tribute Peeta Mellark (Hutcherson), Katniss travels to the Capitol to train for the Hunger Games under the guidance of former victor Haymitch Abernathy (Harrelson).

Safe Out 24th Aug

Luke Wright (Statham) is a former black-ops supercop previously hired by a corrupt New York mayor (Chris Sarandon) to play Travis Bickle, unofficially wiping criminal scum off the streets. But disgust with his crooked bosses and colleagues eventually leads him to become a cage fighter instead, until a lethal accident and a proud refusal to throw a fight brings him into the vengeful orbit of a sadistic Russian mafia godfather Docheski (Sandor Tecsy). Instead of killing Wright,

Docheski’s henchmen murder his wife and leaves him homeless, Meanwhile, the Russians are also engaged in a violent feud with the Chinese Triads over access to 10-year-old Mei (Catherine Chan), a genius-level golden child abducted from China due to her superhuman math and memory skills. Both Docheski and his Chinese counterpart Hang Jiao alumni covet Mei’s beautiful mind because it contains the secret combination to a fortress-like casino safe where the Triads have stashed a vast fortune. But as she flees from a series of botched abduction attempts, Mei crosses Wright’s path, pulling him back from the brink of suicide with a redemptive mission to protect her from harm.

Situated in Glencullen on the top of the Dub-lin mountains, Jonnie Fox’s is one of Ire-land’s oldest and most famous traditional

Irish pubs – and also famed as the highest pub in the country. We are located approximately 25 -35 minutes drive from Dublin City Centre.

At Johnnie Fox’s we have Traditional Irish Music every night, including Saturday & Sunday afternoons. There are more well-known bands that play through-out the year on selected dates.

You can also see one of the top danc-ing performances in the country at our famous ‘Hooley Night’ – which includes dinner & show. All in all, Fox’s is the home of traditional entertainment, so be sure to book in advance if you can.

The locality itself is steeped in history with “The Colo-nel’s House” situated in Glencullen – reknown as a hide-away, for Michael Collins throughout Irish history books. Monoliths are plentiful and you can even view a “Giant’s Grave” on the scenic walks high atop the mountains.

Daniel O’Connell, the great Irish Liberator was a regu-lar patron of Johnnie Fox’s when he lived here in Glencul-len. In 1823 Daniel O’Connell gave his blessing to Christy Fitzsimons – to marry his daughter, and to this day the family genera-tion still reside in Glencullen.

In the early 1950’s, programmes on Irish music an story telling were recorded for radio every Sunday night in Johnnie Fox’s and broad-cast live to the nation, on location.

In the 1960’s Johnnie Fox’s Pub was famous for the session – An Seisiun – travelling musicians would gather to play and trade songs with local people – a tradition which prevails to this present day with the music and song still emanating from

the famous location, where song banter continuosly fills the airwaves.

The Hooley Show – The “Johnnie Fox’s Hooley Experi-ence” is famous throughout Ireland and abroad for its originality and unique atmosphere that cannot be found anywhere else. Our guests are invited to a four-course meal where they can savour our various award winning seafood dishes as well as our general cuisine.

For non-seafood lovers, our menu’s offer many other alternatives, from Prime Sirloin Steak to vegetarian dishes – there are choices to suit every taste. The meal is fol-lowed by a live Irish music session where our top acts play Irish music, ranging from traditional and folk to ballads and sing along music. The music session is followed by the Johnnie Fox’s famous dancers, who provide a spectacular performance. Their show has been choreographed by Joey Comerford and has been described as one of the best ‘Cultural Shows’ in the country.

The Whiskey cake is unique to Johnnie Fox’s, and as with all their desserts – everything is baked fresh on the premises in their very own bakery. So be prepared… and

make sure you arrive on an empty stomach! The pub serves all manner of dishes, but is renowned for a variety of unique seafood dishes, take the Grand Plat-ter @ €115 – will comfortably feed four people… and leave them with a smile on their face!

Also, The Lovers Platter – a clever dish served with a selection of fresh succulent seafood and serves two, and not forgetting the house Mussels – the house special and favourite among the punters, which is presented on a unique serving dish. If you haven’t already sampled the experience the culi-nary delights of Johnny Fox’s – then you need to! Because you’re surely missing out.

Tel: 01 – 295 5647, email: [email protected] or visit www.facebook.com/johnniefoxspub

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