FRANCIS BRADLEYbrings you his weekly tips for outdoor activities...
Candlelit walk
Coillte is getting into the spirit of the season with its annual candlelit walk in Avondale Forest Park (below), in Co Wicklow, tomorrow evening. It begins at 4.30pm, with music and refreshments afterwards. The cost is €15 for a car of four people, or €5 per person. Call 01-2011111 or see coillteoutdoors.ie.
Tiknock guided walk
Tiknock guided walk Dublin Mountains Partnership is inviting people to join a four-hour guided walk from Tiknock car park next Saturday. It will be along a newly upgraded stretch of the Wicklow Way that leads to Fairy Castle and skirts the side of Three Rock wood. Meet at the car park at 11am, wearing strong walking shoes or boots and bringing wet-weather gear, a drink and a snack. Numbers are limited, so book by e-mailing info@dublinmountains.ie.
Santa at Aillwee
Santa at Aillwee Aillwee Cave, in Co Clare, hosts a popular resident from next Saturday until December 22nd. Santa Claus will be setting up his workshop and inviting children to visit him and his elves. Early booking is recommended. Call 1890-245593 (weekdays only), e-mail barbara@ aillweecave.ie or see aillweecave.ie.