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'''Baltinglass''' ({{irish place name|Bealach Conglais|Road of Cúglas}}) is a town in south-west [[County Wicklow]], [[Republic of Ireland|Ireland]]. It is situated on the [[River Slaney]] near the border with [[County Carlow]] and [[County Kildare]], on the [[N81 road]]. Its Irish name means "the way of Conglas", Conglas being a member of the mythological warrior collective the [[Fianna]]. A previous Irish-language name for the village, bringing to mind its monastic past, was ''Mainistir an Bhealaigh''. |
'''Baltinglass''' ({{irish place name|Bealach Conglais|Road of Cúglas}}) is a town in south-west [[County Wicklow]], [[Republic of Ireland|Ireland]]. It is situated on the [[River Slaney]] near the border with [[County Carlow]] and [[County Kildare]], on the [[N81 road]]. Its Irish name means "the way of Conglas", Conglas being a member of the mythological warrior collective the [[Fianna]]. A previous Irish-language name for the village, bringing to mind its monastic past, was ''Mainistir an Bhealaigh''. |
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The surrounding area is rich in archaeological and historical sites. On the highest point of the hill north-east of the village lies a [[passage grave]] from the [[stone age]], whose outer walls are finished in chalk not native to the area. On bright days is said to be visible from Kildare's [[Curragh]] {{km to mi | 48 | abbr=yes | precision=0 }} away. To the north end of the village on the [[weir]] of the [[River Slaney]] lies the ruins of an ancient monastery that has had many additions over the centuries; the original church is said to date from around 700 A.D. |
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The medieval [[Viscount Baltinglass|Viscounts Baltinglass]] were from the [[Hiberno-Norman]] Eustace family, who also founded [[Ballymore Eustace]]. |
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Baltinglass (Irish: Bealach Conglais, meaning 'Road of Cúglas') is a town in south-west County Wicklow, Ireland. It is situated on the River Slaney near the border with County Carlow and County Kildare, on the N81 road. Its Irish name means "the way of Conglas", Conglas being a member of the mythological warrior collective the Fianna. A previous Irish-language name for the village, bringing to mind its monastic past, was Mainistir an Bhealaigh.
History
The surrounding area is rich in archaeological and historical sites. On the highest point of the hill north-east of the village lies a passage grave from the stone age, whose outer walls are finished in chalk not native to the area. On bright days is said to be visible from Kildare's Curragh Template:Km to mi away. To the north end of the village on the weir of the River Slaney lies the ruins of an ancient monastery that has had many additions over the centuries; the original church is said to date from around 700 A.D.
The medieval Viscounts Baltinglass were from the Hiberno-Norman Eustace family, who also founded Ballymore Eustace.
The town centre is focussed mainly east of the river, along Main Street and ending at Market and Weavers Square. West of the river, the town lies around the N81/R747 crossroads, along Edward Street, Mill Street and Belan Street. Quinn's supermarket is a landmark site on Mill Street to the North of the town.[citation needed]
The population of the town has grown considerably in recent years to its current population of 1,735 people and it is expected to reach 3,000 by the year 2016.[citation needed]
The town has a number of natural, archaeological and built heritage sites; such as, Baltinglass Hills, Baltinglass Abbey and St. Mary's Church, the River Slaney Special Area of conservation and a large amount of buildings of architectural and historical merit, many of which are located in the town centre. The town's rich and historic heritage makes a significant contribution to its distinct character.
Sport
The Baltinglass Gaelic Athletic Association Club has several pitches and teams. One of their early successes was the 1912 Junior title. In 1927 they won the Wicklow Senior Hurling title. 1958 saw Baltinglass win the Wicklow Senior Football Championship for the first time; they have won it several times since, most recently in 2007. In 1990 the club claimed the All-Ireland Senior Club Football Championship[1]
Transport
Baltinglass railway station opened on 1 September 1885, was closed for passenger traffic on 27 January 1947, closed for goods traffic on 10 March 1947, and finally closed altogether on 1 April 1959.[2] Bus services are available to Carlow via Rathvilly and Tullow, to Dublin three or four times daily. The service to Waterford city runs once a week.
People
- Billy Timmins, Fine Gael TD.[3]
- Kevin O Brien, inter county GAA player.[4]
- Nikki Hayes, RTÉ 2fm DJ[5]
References
- ^ "A Brief History of Baltinglass GAA club". Baltinglass GAA Club. Retrieved 2009-01-07.
- ^ "Baltinglass station" (PDF). Railscot - Irish Railways. Retrieved 2007-09-11.
- ^ "Billy Timmins TD: Personal Details". Fine Gael. Retrieved 2010-03-19.
- ^ "Kevin amongst Leinster's finest". Wicklow People. 2009-07-15. Retrieved 2010-03-19.
- ^ Last, Jane (November 9, 2009). "DJ Nikki off the air as mystery virus strikes". Evening Herald. Retrieved 2009-11-10.
External links
- West Wicklow Classic & Vintage Vehicle Club.
- Baltinglass Community Website & Forum
- Wicklow Today - Baltinglass
- Baltinglass win the senior County Title, 2007
