Newbridge Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
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Newbridge, County Kildare Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
Newbridge (Irish: Droichead Nua) is a town in County Kildare, Ireland, near the Irish midlands. Its population 18,520 (2006 Census) makes it the second largest town in Kildare and the 17th largest in the Republic of Ireland. The Irish language name of the town is the official name, "An Droichead Nua", which was introduced in the 1930s. Noble and Keenan's map of Kildare 1752, drawn before the town was started, marks 'The New Bridge'.
History
The settlement of the area dates from the 12th century (with the foundation of Great Connell Abbey) and the current town is made up of six ancient parishes and portions of others. These are Ballymany, Carnalway, Great Connell, Killashee (Co. Kildare), Morristown Billar and Old Connell. Great Connell Priory was the site of an important Priory founded in 1202 by the Augustinian Canons. This and other sites are a reminder that Newbridge has a rich history in early Christian settlement. The origin of the modern town lies in the establishment of Cavalry Barracks in 1818 at a river crossing on the River Liffey in the townland of Great Connell. This barracks originally extended from the River Liffey to Cutlery Road, and from Main Street to Military Road, however little of the barracks remains today except the old walls and gateways which can be found on the Athgarvan Road, and to a leesser degree on Cutlery Road. The "Watering Gates" located at the entrance to the Town Park was also constructed as part of the original Barrack building.
The town is located on the banks of the River Liffey a natural amenity available to the growing population. Up river are the towns of Athgarvan, Kilcullen and Blessington. Down river are Caragh, Clane and Celbridge. There are Bed and Breakfasts available in many of the towns in Kildare. Newbridge/Droichead Nua is bounded by the Curragh Plains to the west, Pollardstown Fen and the Bog of Allen / Moulds Bog to the North West and by many important stud farms to the east. To the south the motorway forms a natural boundary to the town. Today Newbridge is a thriving town with a population well in excess of 20,000, a major centre for industry and commerce, within the Greater Dublin region. Due to the popularity and proximity to Dublin, we are pleased to offer a selection of Bed and Breakfasts in and around Newbridge, County Kildare. Book a B&B in Newbridge online for the best rates and availability.
St. Conleth's Church, Newbridge, County Kildare
Industry
The area also has a strong industrial background with industry such as rope making Irish Ropes PLC, and carpet manufacturing Curragh Tintawn Carpets Ltd. dating back to the early 1930s. Silverware is crafted at the famous Newbridge Silverware plant. Pharmaceutical companies such as Wyeth Medica and Oral-B have also based themselves in the town. The Irish peat development authority Bord na Móna has its headquarters in the centre of Newbridge.
Transport
The town has rail and road links both to Dublin and the South, and as a consequence of the investment in such infrastructure, firms such as Wyeth Medica and Oral B have opened plants in the town. The M7 motorway bypasses the town; the R445 connects the town to the bypass (J10 and J12 on the M7) along the route previously forming part of the N7. The N9 to Carlow, Kilkenny and Waterford leaves the M7 west of Newbridge at J11. Newbridge is connected to the railway network, on the Dublin–Cork line. Newbridge railway station opened on 4 August 1846 and was closed for goods traffic on 6 September 1976.
Shopping
There is a wide and diverse selection of shops, coffee shops, restaurants, hotels and bars in the town, including everything from the large international brands to long established local traders. The Whitewater Shopping Centre opened on 6 April 2006, it is the largest shopping centre in Ireland outside of Dublin. Major retailers such as Debenhams, Marks and Spencer, Eason and Zavvi along with others such as Zara, Bershka, and River Island are all tenants of the shopping centre. After a day exploring the shops, what better way to relax than in a Town and Country Homes Bed and Breakfast.
Churches
There are many churches in Newbridge. The town is home to a number of denominations. Newbridge is situated in St Conleth's Parish (http://www.newbridgeparish.ie/) in the Dioscese of Kildare and Leighlin, which has a total of three churches in the town: St Conleth's Parish Church, Cill Mhuire and the Dominican St Eustace's Church. A Church of Ireland Church is located in the Moorefield area of town, which is part of St Patrick's Anglican Parish. Newbridge Sports Centre host the African faith group "The Kingdom of Heavenly Water, Fire and Mountains". A Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall is located just outside the town, near Milltown. Open Arms Community Church is located within Newbridge Industrial Estate.
Famous People from Newbridge
Singer Christy Moore.
Scientist Kathleen Lonsdale.
Musician Luka Bloom (born Barry Moore).
Musician Dónal Lunny.
Singer Sinéad O'Carroll
Band Super Extra Bonus Party
Clubs and Societies
Newbridge is home to Kildare Gaelic Athletic Association's county grounds and sports two strong local club teams, Sarsfield's GAA and Moorefield GAA, both of which regularly win the county's club championship title. The town is also home to Kildare County FC, Kildare's only representative in the eircom League. Kildare County FC currently play in Division One of the eircom league.
Ryston Pitch and Putt Club
The Kildare History & Family Research Centre is based at the library in Newbridge and houses an extensive local history collection as well as a genealogical research service.
Newbridge Tidy Towns Association's main aim is to improve the living environment in the town, the Association also enter the town into the National Tidy Towns Competition.
Newbridge RFC is the towns only Rugby Club. Founded in 1996, with the imalgimation of the Curragh RFC, Kilcullen RFC and Athgarvan RFC, Newbridge RFC compete in the J1 Division 1 Leinster League. Their website is www.newbridgerugby.com.
Ameneties in Newbridge
Riverbank Arts CentreNewbridge also hosts Kildare's only greyhound racing track. There are a large number of first class golf courses in the area, with water sports, fishing and the Curragh Racecourse all within easy access. Newbridge has a library, arts centre, sports centre, three gyms, two swimming pools and a substantial Town Park, which runs along the banks of the River Liffey. In recent years the Riverbank Arts Centre has provided a new venue for a wide array of live performances, adding a new dimension to the town's long established dramatic and musical traditions. Newbridge is a popular venue by night, as well, with plenty of bars and nightclubs serving the area. For young people interested in music, local bar Rose Earley's hosts an open mic night every second week, whilst new youth club TimeOut also hosts gigs. If you are planning to attend an event in Newbridge, book your bed and breakfast online for the best rates and availability!
Newbridge Silverware
Location Newbridge, County Kildare, Republic of Ireland www.newbridgesilverware.com Newbridge Silverware, formerly known as Newbridge Cutlery, was founded in 1933 as a cutlery manufacturer. The company faced hardship right through the 1940s and a trade depression resulted in 1952 which forced large staff reductions. The 1990s saw a major change for the cutlery manufacturer, as they introduced a line of silver-plated jewellery to the main store in Newbridge. Today the company manufacturers cultery, jewellery and other giftware, and is known for its style and quality.
Newbridge Silverware Products
Giftware
Silver Plated Cutlery
Kitchenware
Stainless Steel Cutlery
Christmas
Jewellery
Earthenware
Cookware
Cutlery
Entertainment
Location
The main store is located in Newbridge, County Kildare. However, produce of Newbridge Silverware is sold worldwide in a large number of stores.
The Museum of Style Icons
The store in Newbridge contains an upstairs museum of style icons, such as Audrey Hepburn and Marylin Monroe. The museum contains clothes and artefacts associated with such stars. The most spectacular piece on display is the hot-pink, silk cocktail dress worn by Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's in 1961. The dress was acquired by Newbridge Silverware's CEO, Mr. William Doyle, for $160,000.
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