Monthly Archives: March 2023

Observations on the Beyond the Pale event at Glendalough Estate 16-18th of June 2023

The Roundwood and District Community Council has been contacted by a number of residents raising concerns about planned road closures with regard to the Beyond the Pale Music Festival, taking place in the Glendalough Estate from the 16th – 18th of June. This event requires a permit from Wicklow Co Council. The proposed draft event management plan submitted to Wicklow Co Co can be viewed here https://www.wicklow.ie/Portals/0/adam/Documents/z6kEMcqqy0S4ICNe_1h7Bw/Link/Beyond%20the%20Pale%202023%20dRAFT%20EVENT%20MANAGEMENT%20PLAN%20v1%2010.03.23.pdf

The closing date for submissions on the permit application is the 4th of April. To ensure a harmonious and happy weekend for all concerned the Community Council will facilitate gathering of observations from local people on this event and make a submission to the Council before this deadline date. If you wish to make an observation through this channel please email submissionbeyondthepale@gmail.com before 12 noon on the 2nd of April. All observations will be amalgamated to form one submission to Wicklow Co Council. Please note that this email address will cease to exist and will not be monitored after the 12pm on Sunday 2nd of April.

Roundwood & District News 27th of March 2023

Fabulous displays of daffoldils on the highways and byways of the area at the moment. Well done to all the residents involved

LOTTO

The Lotto has been won! Congratulations to J.E.T.S who scooped the jackpot of €28,600 from the draw held on March 26th. The seller of the ticket was J Cullen. The numbers drawn were 9, 10, 21 & 26. There were four match three winners, Sean Kelly, Fiona Timmons, Ann & James and Mick Next week’s jackpot will be €10,000.

CANCER SUPPORT

Roundwood Cancer Support website can be found at www.roundwoodcancersupport.ie Here you will find out about all our services and up to date information about us. Also, our drop in centre is open Monday and Friday from 10 until 12 in the morning.

BRIDGE RESULTS

Results from 20th March. North / South. First: Catherine McGillicuddy and Monica Brady. Second: Ger Lehihan & Paddy O’Brien. East / West. First: Bridie Nolan and Gertie Fee Second: Rory Egan and Maria Magee.. Well done to all.

KNOCK PILGRIMAGE

Divine Mercy Sunday. There will be a pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday 16th April 2023. Leaving Rathdrum Square at 7.30am, via Moneystown, Roundwood Church at 8am. The cost is €80 pp including breakfast, dinner and bus all money to be paid by 10th April. To Book Contact Susan O’Neill at 087 627 3032.

SCOTTISH TOUR

There will be a 7 Day Tour of Scotland. Highlands & Islands from 23-29 July 2023. Places visited will be Irvine, Oban, Fort William, Mull, Iona, Sky and many more. Travelling with Mangan Tours Price €999.00 PP Sharing / €200 single room extra. To book, contact Susan at 087 627 3032.All money to be paid in full before the 1st June 2023.

JOHNSTOWN CASTLE TOUR

There will be a day trip to Johnstown Castle, Wexford on Saturday 27th May 2023. Leaving Roundwood 8:30a.m. via Ashford. Travelling with Mangan Tours Price includes Tea, scones on arrival, tickets to Castle Garden, museum, car show. Bus and dinner on the way home. Price €90.00 PP Sharing. To book, contact Susan at 087 627 3032.All money to be paid by the 1st May 2023.

SOCIAL WHIST

Next whist will be held on Wednesday March 29th at 8pm in the Parish Hall.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT

Active Retirement Easter Lunch Friday 31st of March. Call Mary on 087 6595381 if interested, as there are limited places.

PILGRIMAGE

Pilgrimage Medjugorje: April 22nd 2023, for a week, and October 4th 2023 for a week. Accompanied by Spiritual Director. Cost of both dates is € 799.00. Insurance is optional. For more information and booking: Contact Group Leader – Mary King on 087 2185067

45 CARD GAME

45 Card Game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8pm. Teas served. All are welcome.

LOCAL NOTES

If you have an item or news that you would like to include in the Roundwood Notes contact Margaret Bolger the email address is mgtbolger@gmail.com

Roundwood & District News 20th of March 2023

HISTORICAL SOCIETY

The Roundwood and District Historical, Folklore and Archaeological Society’s next talk will be on Tuesday 28th March in the Parish Hall at 8pm. Yvonne Whitty, Community Archaeologist for Wicklow County Council, will discuss the story of the Moneycarroll burials at Newtownmountkennedy, who were laid to rest over 1500 years ago. All welcome.

LOTTO

Results of the draw held on March 19th. There was no jackpot winner. The numbers drawn were 3, 19, 25 & 30 . There were two match three winners, Stephen Cunningham and Maisie McCormack Next week’s jackpot will be €28,600.

CANCER SUPPORT

Roundwood Cancer Support website can be found at www.roundwoodcancersupport.ie Here you will find out about all our services and up to date information about us. Also, our drop in centre is open Monday and Friday from 10 until 12 in the morning.

BRIDGE RESULTS

Results from 13th March. North / South. First: Seamus Kennedy and Declan O’Brien. Second: Marie Kavanagh and Monica Brady. East / West. First: Rory Egan and Maria Magee. Second: Kay Plunkett and John Loscher. Well done to all.

KNOCK PILGRIMAGE

Divine Mercy Sunday. There will be a pilgrimage to Knock on Sunday 16th April 2023. Leaving Rathdrum Square at 7.30am, via Moneystown, Roundwood Church at 8am. The cost is €80 pp including breakfast, dinner and bus all money to be paid by 10th April. To Book Contact Susan O’Neill at 087 627 3032.

SOCIAL WHIST

Results of the whist held on March 15th. Top Score: Monica Brady, First Gent: Evelyn O’Neill, Second Gent: Kay Plunkett, First Lady: Catherine Doyle, Second Lady: Nan Wolohan, First Half: Jimmy Molloy, Second Half: Richie Cullen, Longest Sitting: Tiney Shortt, Lowest Score: Mary Pierce. Raffle Prizes: Marie Magee, Ann Pierce, Catherine Doyle and Mary Pierce, Next whist will be held on Wednesday March 29th at 8pm in the Parish Hall.

ACTIVE RETIREMENT

Active Retirement Easter Lunch Friday 31st of March. Call Mary on 087 6595381 if interested, as there are limited places.

PILGRIMAGE

Pilgrimage Medjugorje: April 22nd 2023, for a week, and October 4th 2023 for a week. Accompanied by Spiritual Director. Cost of both dates € 799.00. Insurance is optional. For more information and booking: Contact Group Leader – Mary King on 087 2185067

45 CARD GAME

45 Card Game every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8pm. Teas served. All are welcome.

LOCAL NOTES

If you have an item or news that you would like to include in the Roundwood Notes contact Margaret Bolger the email address is mgtbolger@gmail.com