A long established town which dates from c1682 when Michael Boyle, who was granted the manor by Charles II in 1669, laid out a one street village. The Protestant parish church dates back to this time. The nearby lakes are part of a hydro-electric scheme created when the valleys of the Liffey and Kings rivers were flooded. These lakes are now a huge recreational amenity incorporating a leisure pursuits centre where watersports skills and other activities can be learned, practiced and enjoyed.
Map of Blessington
Getting To and Around Blessington
For information on getting to and around Co. Wicklow, see our Co. Wicklow Transport Guide.
Public Transport to and around Blessington
65 Valleymount Road - Poolbeg Street Bus route operated by Dublin Bus
65 Poolbeg Street - Valleymount Road Bus route operated by Dublin Bus
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Places to Stay in Blessington
- Abhainn Ri Cottages Ballintober, Hollywood
- Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort Tulfarris
Things to Do in Blessington
- Russborough House Blessington
- Tulfarris Golf Club Tulfarris Village
Places to Eat and Drink in Blessington
- Casa Tapas@Moore's Pub Moore's Pub, Main St
- Lemon Tree (Blessington) Newtown Square
- Lil Doyle's Barndarrig, Kilbride, Redcross
- Lime Tree Restaurant @ Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort Blessington lakes
- Mussoorie Restaurant Above Lakes Pub, Main Street
- Poulaphouca House Blessington
- The Avon BAR The Avon, Burgage
- West Wicklow House Main St
Events in Blessington
- Kaleidoscope Festival Russborough House