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Family friendly cycling routes?

  • 27-02-2013 10:48pm
    #1
    wayguk
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 41 ✭


    Hi,

    I'm looking for some nice cycling paths, trails, routes etc., that are family friendly, i.e. suitable for the kids on a trailer and bike seat.
    There is not much official coverage of pathways online, although Coillte do have 3 trails, but they are in Limerick and Galway.

    I live in Dublin.

    So far I have found Phoenix park, Ardgillan castle, Newbridge House and the coastal run along Clontarf into St Annes park, oh and Malahide castle.

    I fancy Wicklow but finding it hard to find suitable pathways or routes.

    Anyone got any contributions?


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  • #2
    Dawn Rider
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 326 ✭✭Dawn Rider


    In South Dublin, you could try Tymon Park & Marley Park.

    Tymon has three duck ponds, an 'adventure playground' (for older kids) and a kids play ground. Also has a wooded area you can cycle through.

    Marlay Park also has kids play areas, a 'Fairy Tree' tree lined paths etc.

    Officially you're not really allowed to cycle in either park. But, this is overlooked when you cycle respectfully. I have never heard of anyone getting told off by the park rangers.

    I haven't been but has anybody here tried the butterfly farm near Cellbridge / Clane? Open during the summer only.


  • #3
    smacl
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 15,812 Mod ✭✭✭✭smacl


    AFAIK, the Tinahely railway walk is at least partially open, which would be a good option in Wicklow. Nearer to town, you've also got the reservoir tracks out by Glenasmole

    I often take a spin up to and around Marlay with my 9 year old daughter at the weekend, which is pleasant enough but quite crowded. Nice hot food break options at the farmers market afterwards, which always goes down well.


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