Woodford Dolmen Hotel

13/07/2026

Top Things to Do in Carlow in Two Days

Are you staying over in Carlow for two days and looking for things to do? We have lots of local attractions for a 2-Day Family Adventure. Discover your inner “Willy Wonka” in The Chocolate Mould Making at The Chocolate Garden of Ireland, visit historical sights like Duckett’s Grove or County Carlow Museum and beautiful nature along the Barrow River, as well as fun activities for the kids at the Big Blue Barn.

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13/07/2026

Proud to see these fantastic County Carlow businesses representing our county on Ireland AM today! 👏 Best of luck to Arboretum Home & Garden Heaven Seed Golf and Flower Child from all of us at Woodford Dolmen Hotel. Supporting local is what it's all about!🧡

📺 Tune in to Virgin Media's Ireland AM this Monday morning! ❤️

We're delighted to see three fantastic County Carlow businesses taking to the national stage to celebrate everything that's great about shopping local.

Joining the Ireland AM sofa will be:

🌿 Rachel Doyle from Arboretum , who'll also be showcasing the Carlow Garden Trail and giving viewers a taste of what to expect at the upcoming Carlow Garden Festival.

⛳ Dean Klatt from Seed Golf, sharing the story behind one of Carlow's most successful homegrown brands.

🌸 Alexandria Kelly from Flower Child, highlighting the creativity and passion of one of Carlow's wonderful local businesses.

It's a fantastic opportunity to showcase the people, businesses and experiences that make County Carlow such a special place to visit, shop and explore.

Be sure to tune in, cheer them on and help celebrate the very best of local!



Arboretum Home & Garden Heaven The Carlow Garden Trail Carlow Tourism Flower Child Seed Golf South East Technological University Virgin Media Ireland Ireland AM Local Enterprise Office Carlow County Carlow Chamber
Carlow County Council KCLR96FM All About Carlow

12/07/2026

Three of the biggest names in world darts are coming to Carlow for one unforgettable night.

Join World Champion Luke Humphries, high-scoring favourite Dave "Chizzy" Chisnall and darts legend Steve Beaton at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel on Friday, 31 July 2026, from 6:00 pm for an evening of world-class darts and entertainment.

Expect incredible skill, audience interaction, plenty of laughs and the chance to meet three of the sport's most popular players. There will even be opportunities to play against your darts heroes during the exhibition. 🎯

VIP tickets have sold out, but general admission tickets are still available for €26.38 from TicketStop.ie.

Don't miss your chance to experience an unforgettable evening with two World Champions and three true legends of the oche.

Book your tickets today before they're gone.

11/07/2026

Dream Summer BBQ spread ☀🍉🍔

What's your go to BBQ dish?

10/07/2026

Summer is blooming as the Carlow Garden Festival returns to Carlow from July 25th to August 2nd. Discover beautiful gardens, inspiring talks, guided tours, hands-on workshops, and delicious food experiences across Carlow's stunning gardens and heritage sites. Plus, the festival bus shuttle stops right at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel doorstep for added convenience. 🌿

With 20 expert speakers across 9 days, there's plenty of gardening inspiration to enjoy. Festival and bus shuttle tickets are available at www.carlowgardentrail.com.

Make a break of it with our special B&B package! Book online at www.woodforddolmenhotel.ie or call our Reservations Team on 059 914 2002.

09/07/2026

We are delighted to announce that we have been named finalists in the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 in three fantastic categories! 🎉

𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
𝐖𝐄𝐀 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤
𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 & 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠

We are incredibly proud of this recognition, which reflects the passion, dedication, and commitment of our amazing team. Thank you to every member of staff who helps make our workplace such a special place every day. 👏

Congratulations to all the other finalists. We are honoured to be recognised alongside so many fantastic organisations.

08/07/2026

The final part of our series is here, showcasing one last trio of unforgettable Carlow experiences! 🌿🎨🪨

Immerse yourself in creativity at VISUAL Carlow, explore the breathtaking scenery of the Blackstairs Eco Trails, and step back in time at the iconic Brownshill Dolmen. The perfect way to round off your Carlow adventure!

VISUAL Carlow Blackstairs Eco Trails Carlow Tourism All About Carlow

07/07/2026

Sunshine + Chocolate = The perfect indulgence pair 🍫☀️

This World Chocolate Day, take a pause on your to do list and let the afternoon slow down for a bit. With all this sunshine, walk in our cozy Plum Tree Bistro, be greeted by our friendly staff and enjoy a sweet treat while soaking up the summer atmosphere.

06/07/2026

Woodford Gardens 📍🪻

04/07/2026

Have you ever wondered where the name Plum Tree Bistro came from?
Meet the tree behind the name! 🌳