Wicklow Town

wanderlass

Hi all,
Hoping for some opinions on living in Wicklow town.Pros and cons as it were.We are thinking of buying there and any guidance would be appreciated as we know nothing about the different areas.What is Friars Hill area like? I definitely don't want to offend or start a "what do you mean by where I live is rough " war but would really appreciate all help.Regards Ann

BeepBeep67

I moved to Wicklow Town in 1999 and I can generally say it's been a positive experience.
By the sea, close to the hills and not too far from Dublin City. The people are friendly, the shops that have remained in the most look after their customers. Moved up Friars Hill in 2004 and with the relief road I'm in and out when needs be and a short stroll down to the town. Nice selections of coffee shops, restaurants, bars, etc. The Murrough, Broadlough and the harbor areas are fantastic resources.
It's by no means perfect, I'd love to remove that scrap metal eyesore as you head down the Port Relief road, the Tesco must be the worst in Ireland I'd love more facilities for the kids, I travel northwards twice a week with them for activities that aren't in Wicklow.
Am I happy I moved there - Yes
Any plans to move - No

Rua1

BeepBeep67 wrote: »

the Tesco must be the worst in Ireland

I hear that planning permission has just been granted for a new tesco to be built there.

I live close to the port access road, just off the Marlton rd. It's an enjoyable place to live. My estate is nice and quiet, and we haven't had any problems there.

Batesy

Rua1 wrote: »

I hear that planning permission has just been granted for a new tesco to be built there.

Where'd you hear that? I can't find anything about it.
Long overdue. The Tescos in Wicklow has to be the worst in the country. It's shocking.

Rua1

Hi,

found the planning decision here - http://www.wicklow.ie/eplan41/FileRefDetails.aspx?file_number=103409&LASiteID=3

Think they have to do a good bit of roadworks around the area and pay for a portion of the port access rd.

Hope they start soon. Would be great to bring some construction employment to the town, amongst other things

hdowney

Tesco have indeed been granted their planning permission by an bord planeala (sp?!) Pretty sure it's the front of this weeks Wicklow People.

What is Wicklow like to live in.... hmm. I have lived here my whole life and there are always good and bad points I suppose. I'm probably not the best person (since I am getting out!), but.... Yes the shopkeepers who are still here for the most part are lovely, welcoming and helpful. There are a few cafés in town, I'd recommend Halpin's Bridge Café for sure. No cinema is a bit of a downer and has been for years, but if you have a car there is in Arklow or Dun Laoghaire.

I agree with an above poster, that scrap metal place is an eyesore, and for those of us living down near it the constant trucks is very annoying also.

I think any place is what you make it though. If you assimilate into the community you will find the place much better than if you don't

wanderlass

Thank you everybody