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Current Surveys & Consultations:
Ardview Creche, Rathdrum
Purpose of Survey is to provide feedback to in Creche Purchasers for the coming year.
Do you have children that will require childcare in the near future?
Wicklow Comhairle na nÓg: Public Transport Survey
Sonas After School Club: Gathering expressions of interest for a planned after-school service operating from local schools across Wicklow
CALLING ALL WOMEN!
Launching in clubs across Ireland during the 2026/27 season, Sidelines to Trylines aims to create opportunities for women within rugby communities to become active participants in the game, regardless of their sporting background, fitness level or previous rugby experience. Think ‘Mothers and Others’. We are initially gauging interest in our community to see if this is something which may be of interest. It is solely tag rugby based, requires zero previous experience and is open to women of all ages and fitness levels. If you think you would like to be involved please reach out to Kiara on 086 883 9843 or comment on posts on FB or Insta! It is something we would love to get up and running so don’t be shy!
Email: rathdrumrugby@gmail.com
Cartoon Inn Documentary
Do you have any stories about Rathdrum or The Cartoon Inn? Are you interested in being interviewed (audio-only) for a documentary? If you’d like to sit down for a chat, or if you know a neighbour who could talk for Ireland, please reach out to us! Send a message on Whatsapp or DM on Facebook.
Announcement from the Rathdrum Christmas Festival Committee
After 25 wonderful years organising the Rathdrum Christmas Lights, this will be our final year at the helm. It has been a privilege to help bring a bit of magic to our town each December, and we’re incredibly proud of what the community has created together. We feel it’s the right time to pass the mantle to a new generation who can bring fresh energy, new ideas, and their own vision for the future of the lights. We’re very happy to work alongside new volunteers this year, show them how everything runs, and make sure there’s a smooth handover. (More details to follow about how to get involved etc.) Thank you for all the support, kindness, and enthusiasm over the years, it has meant more than you know.
Email: rathdrumchristmaslights@gmail.com
Rathdrum Christmas Festival Committee - Raffle Prizes Appeal
HELP US LIGHT UP RATHDRUM THIS CHRISTMAS! Christmas is a magical time of year, and we want to make sure our lovely town of Rathdrum shines bright for everyone to enjoy! We are currently fundraising to help fund our Rathdrum Christmas Lights, and we're looking for a little help from our wonderful local community. We are appealing to local businesses, companies, and individuals who might be able to donate a raffle prize to help us raise much-needed funds. It doesn't have to be anything big! A voucher, a hamper, a gift, a service, or any other prize would be very much appreciated. Every single donation, big or small, will help us get closer to our goal. Our Christmas lights bring our community together, create a wonderful festive atmosphere, and help make Rathdrum a special place to be during the Christmas season. If you own a business, know someone who might be willing to help, or would simply like to support us with a prize, we would be absolutely delighted to hear from you! Let's all pull together and make Rathdrum sparkle this Christmas! Please send us a private message if you can donate a prize or would like more information. Thank you so much for your support.
Email: rathdrumchristmaslights@gmail.com
Upcoming Events
School Enrolments
Applications for enrolments to all schools are now open
Book Launch - Anne Devlin, Ireland's First Female Political Prisioner
Wednesday 14 October 2026 at 6:30pm, all welcome
Rathdrum Library, Back Lane, Balleese Lower, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow, A67 DK29
Beyond the Trees Avondale - Winter Woodland
Saturday 14 November 2026, Ilumina Forest Lights Spectacular, Ice Rink in the Great Barn
Friday 27 November 2026, Santa at Avondale House, an 18th century Christmas Experience
forAvondale Forest Park, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow, A67 P303
Email: enquiry@beyondthetreesavondale.com
Regular Events
Annual & Seasonal Events
Ballinatone Summer Fete
Saturday 11 July 2026, 2pm - 4pm
Ballinatone Church, Ballinatone Lower, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow, A67 W407
St. Colman's Family Fun Day
Sunday 26 July 2026, 2pm
Vintage Harvest Fete Day
Sunday 5 October 2025 at 12pm
Woolmington's Farm, A67 XV10
Monster Goose Club
Sunday 7 December 2025 at 2pm
Kirikee Hall, Kirikee, Glenmalure, Co. Wicklow, A67 W586
