The Garden Of Ireland, Wicklow is steeped in history and beauty. From the rolling hills to the towering mountains. From the peaceful lakes to the calm of the ocean. 

     Only 40 minutes drive from Dublin City Centre, with train and bus service regularly, it is a fabulous place to visit as part of your holiday or trip down the country.  

     The county has so much to offer and so much to see, so before you do, make sure you feed yourself well at our carvery! Even better, enjoy the scenery and come back to us for some great music in the evening! Why not browse through the options below and see what The Garden County has for you:

The first settlers in the Wicklow area arrived about 3,500 years ago, the stone age people settled on the high bank across the river from the Leitrim Lounge. This area is one of the most important historical sites in Wicklow Town. By the 8th century the area was under the control of the Ui Garrchon tribe. 
 
     The Viking influence in Wicklow stems from the 9th century and either their own settlement or meeting site was located at the Round Mount, on the river bank. No archaeological dig has taken place here to date. The Round Mount may contain the grave of a pre-Christian chief called Nathi.

     The name Wicklow is of Viking origin and it has been found difficult to source the true meaning of the word. There is general consensus that the word 'Uikar-lo' refers to meadow or grassland. The first portion of the word may mean bay. it has also been translated as perhaps meaning Viking, the Norse word for sea robber or pirate, it may even be a form of family name. 

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