Sale for a good cause: Rococo in Glasthule, Co Dublin opens its doors for a one-day blitz next Sunday, November 5th, from 1pm until 6pm, with up to 80 per cent discount on all sale stock.
And to make this clearance even more worthwhile, 10 per cent of all sales will be donated to To Russia with Love (www.torussiawithlove.ie), an Irish charity giving aid and support to Russian orphans. Rococo, Glasthule, Co Dublin, 01-2300686.
Nectar of the gods: Nectar Wines in Sandyford Village, Dublin 18 is offering 10 per cent off its wines this weekend. There will also be a free tasting in the shop of wines introduced by Ben Gould from Millbrook Winery, Western Australia. Nectar Wines, 01-2944067.
To the castle born: Lough Rynn Castle, Estate and Gardens in Mohill, Co Leitrim (below) is offering reduced introductory rates. If you are looking for a last-minute bank holiday break, there is a guided tour of the estate, gardens and woodlands given by the former head gardener at Lough Rynn, John O'Driscoll, and local historian Fiona Slevin at 2.15pm today. Two nights bed and breakfast with one evening meal in the restaurant costs €175 per person sharing this weekend, and every weekend of the winter season. Lough Rynne Castle, 071-9632700. www.loughrynn.ie.
Specs online: Prescription glasses and sunglasses can be purchased online from www.directlinespecs.ie, which claims its prices for frames and lenses are significantly cheaper than the high street opticians. Be sure to have your eyes tested by a qualified optician, though.
Slope off: With the ski season looming, you could update your look for the slopes at the Patagonia outlet on Exchequer Street, Dublin 2, where there is 30 per cent off regular stock until Monday. In addition to skiwear the shop also stocks clothing for hill walking, climbing, and other outdoor pursuits.
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