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Move to Arklow single parent

  • 06-07-2016 09:30PM
    #1
    Funny Feeling
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23 ✭


    Hi I have recently separated and can't afford to rent in Dublin. Thinking of moving to Arklow I work in sandyford and will have to commute with a toddler ( don't want to change crèche because is happy and settled, yet another upheaval)
    I will be moving away from all family and friends. I know the area but won't know anyone. I am worried about being isolated. Am I crazy? The aim is to buy eventually in Arklow.


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  • #2
    Branoic
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,742 ✭✭✭Branoic


    Hi
    Commuting from Arklow to Sandyford should be fine, particularly with the new road. I did the same trip myself for 3 years, though without a toddler in the car!

    In terms of socialising in the town, I know there are a couple of Facebook groups for anything that's happening. There are also a number of weekday play-date mornings held for parents and toddlers which are either free or really cheap, run by a couple of different groups in the town. I know you work so probably wouldn't be able to make those during the week, but maybe if you've got a couple of days off.

    You should also check out MeetUp.com for social groups in the area. There's a couple in Gorey and Wicklow town. I myself run a board-game evening in Arklow every second Saturday. Definitely check us out if you're interested in games.

    Good luck!


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