The Glencree Visitor Centre

Glencree is dedicated to providing leadership and support in practical peacebuilding, and works to transform violent conflict within and between divided communities in Ireland, North and South, Britain, and elsewhere in the world.

Set amidst the historic site of Glencree is the Armoury Café and Shop which is located in the old armoury building alongside the Military Barracks.

An exhibition area on the upper floor of the café puts into perspective all of the main historic events and their effect on the surrounding area, including Operation Shamrock. This exhibition illustrates the period in time (1946) when hundreds of needy German children were brought to Ireland by the Irish Red Cross to be fostered by Irish families for up to three years.

Visitors are also encouraged to visit the Lourdes Grotto and the German Military Cemetery.

We also run regular events many of which are family friendly.

The Armoury Café and Gift Shop

The Armoury Café and Gift Shop is located on the site of the Glencree Centre for Peace and Reconciliation, selling local produce and crafts.

We serve delicious desserts, muffins and scones, a selection of freshly made sandwiches, heartwarming soups, salad bar, a hearty full day breakfast, kid’s specials and more.

Top all that with great coffee, a variety of teas in cosy surroundings overlooking the Wicklow Mountains and of course, a warm welcome!

The opening times are 9.30 – 5.00 Monday to Friday and 9.30 – 5.30 Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays.  Visit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/#!/Armoury.Cafe.Glencree.

Profit made from the Glencree Visitor Centre (through the Armoury Café) goes towards the Peacebuilding Work of Glencree

Click here for more history of the Glencree Centre for Peace and Reconciliation

Click here for the history of the Glencree buildings and site

Glencree Centre for Reconciliation,

Glencree, Enniskerry, County Wicklow,

Tel +353(0)1 282 9711

Fax +353(0)1 276 6085
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Web: www.glencree.ie

Tourist Information Offices Co Wicklow

Wicklow Tourist Office:

Rialto centre, Fitzwillim Square Tel: 0404 69117

Arklow Tourist Office

Main street, Arklow Tel: 0402 32484

Avoca Tourist Office

Avoca Village, Tel: 0402 35022

Bray Tourist Office:

Heritage Centre & Tourist Office
The Old Courthouse, Mian st, Bray Tel: 01 286 7128 /286 6796

Baltinglass Tourist Office

Weavers Square, Baltinglass, tel: 0508 81617

Blessington Tourist Office

The Square, Blessington Tel: 045 865850

Carnew Tourist Office

Carnew Enterprise Centre, Woolgreen, Carnew Tel: 053 94 26247

Glendalough Tourist Office

Tel: 0404 45688

Rathdrum Tourist Office

Market square, rathdrum Tel: 0404 46262

Gardens & Garden Societies in Wicklow

Wicklow Gardens Festival

Taking place annually the Wicklow Gardens festival offers plant and garden lovers worldwide the opportuity to visit a diverse range of gardens open to the public during this time.

Now in its 23rd year, WICKLOW GARDENS (April-September, 2012)  offers a choice of 33 gardens including a number of properties in Wicklow and neighbouring counties of Dublin, Kildare, Wexford and Carlow.

For up to date info visit http://www.wicklowgardens.com/