Saturday 30 December 2017
Friday 10 November 2017
Good by from all at The Mullicháin Cafe see you in February
Wednesday 1 November 2017
The Mullicháin Cafe is closed for the 2017 season
The Mullicháin Cafe is closed
We will be back for the 1st Weekend in February 2018
Many thanks to all our customers for your Great support this season
Monday 30 October 2017
Kids Halloween Party Tuesday 4.30-630pm Down at The Mullicháin Cafe
Monday 9 October 2017
Save The Barrow line
The Mullicháin Cafe has been listed as one of the Top eight Post Hike Pubs/Cafes in Ireland
Fantastic we are trilled and really looking forward to the New surface on the river bank which will give access for all on the Barrow Blueway
Saturday 30 September 2017
Save the Barrow line
Save The Barrow path with smashing new surface as planned by Waterways Ireland.
We want all our pals to have access to this stunning river path.
We ask those who are against to imagine how it feels to be in a wheel chair and to hear able bodied voices saying no not in my back yard !
Wednesday 27 September 2017
Thursday 14 September 2017
Wednesday 13 September 2017
Visit to Waterford Greenway by St Mullins and Rower Communities
Saturday 9 September 2017
Autumn Strolls
Autumn Strolls around St Mullins Booklets available at The Mullicháin Cafe Open 11am-6pm or on web site
Wonderful walks around back lanes,forest paths and by the river Barrow a must for now
Saturday 26 August 2017
Tuesday 8 August 2017
Save The Barrow Line
We will truly be the center of Irelands Ancient East when the path is completed from Grand canal basin in Dublin to Dungarven
Sunday 6 August 2017
Friday 4 August 2017
August Bank Holiday 2017 St Mullins on The Barrow River
Wednesday 2 August 2017
Alfresco dining by The River Barrow @ The Mullicháin Cafe St Mullins
Monday 31 July 2017
Canoeing Down The Barrow River
Published in The Sunday Independant
River canoeing down the River Barrow to St Mullins
Martin O'Brien, St Mullins, Co Carlow
* I WAS one of those who spent the whole year planning the summer holiday out of Ireland - guaranteed sunshine, late nights, the wild life.
Year after year, we headed off to Spain or France, never giving Ireland a thought as the idea of spending two weeks freezing on a beach with ham sandwiches was just not going to happen.
Then I discovered river canoeing. Ireland opened up for us as we paddled down some amazing rivers, got a look into the old wealth of Ireland from the riverside, camped, stayed in B&Bs, visited villages that we never knew existed. Our favourite run was down the River Barrow to St Mullins, which has a tow path used by the draught horses that pulled the river barges in times gone by. We met fishermen and farmers, walkers and cyclists, all dying for a chat - where did you start out/where are you going? None of them had ever been down the river and you could see the wonder, the dream in their eyes... yes, one day, I will get in a boat.
The River Barrow towpath from Graiguenamanagh to St Mullins is one of the wonders of the world as it passes through lush green farmland, its water thundering over weirs, herons squealing past, and it's all for free. Passing by lime kilns, locks, weirs, and arriving in a land that was ravaged by the Vikings and there still sits proudly on the top of the hill a Norman motte and bailey castle.
It is great to see all the parents arriving in St Mullins, glowing from their day by the river, and the kids full of stories about their adventure, Bicycles line the walls, dogs lap from water bowls, Ahh, but they still want to know if there is wi-fi here.
Thursday 20 July 2017
Time to stand and stare: St Mullins”
Should you choose to meander around the foothills of Mt Leinster, you are likely to stumble upon St Mullins. The ancient graveyard holds a rich heritage. The real gem is when you venture downhill to where the river Barrow becomes tidal. The old mill and grain store has been tastefully restored by the O'Brien family. Arriving at lunchtime we were warmly greeted by Martin, his wife Emer and son Mark. The buzz and ambience were complemented by a delightful seafood menu, quiches, nutty brown bread and freshly roasted coffee.
Thanks for the hospitality and friendliness.
Helen, Kevin and Aileen(from California)
Thanks for the hospitality and friendliness.
Helen, Kevin and Aileen(from California)
Sunday 16 July 2017
Monday 3 July 2017
Watch out The Summer could pass you by @mullichain
Thursday 22 June 2017
Wednesday 21 June 2017
here are no such plans to provide such a surface on the Barrow towpath.
Waterways Ireland does not propose to lay down a hard surface for cyclists. It is planned to upgrade 85 per cent of the Barrow towpath with compacted, unbound stone and dust, actually replacing what is currently there on a like-for-like basis. It must be noted that when the towpath was originally constructed for horses to pull the canal barges, it was constructed using unbound stone and dust. Some 8 per cent of the towpath will be upgraded with tarmac at approaches to road crossings. Some 6 per cent of the towpath will be upgraded with bound surface dressing – again replacing existing surfaces on a like-for-like basis. Some 1 per cent of the towpath will be upgraded with a concrete surface. This section is planned for the tidal flooding section at St Mullins so as to provide a robust surface for users and future sustainability.
From an environmental point of view, Waterways Ireland employed independent environmental consultants to undertake detailed baseline ecological surveys of the entire route. It conducted a comprehensive environmental impact assessment with resultant environmental impact statement, which contained further assessments on issues, including built and culture heritage, and a habitats directive assessment with a resultant natura impact statement.
With mitigating measures in place, little or no significant adverse impacts of the development were found.
The proposal will improve access to the Barrow towpath for a wide range of users including walkers, recreational cyclists, wheelchair users and families, and will enhance safety and accessibility in all weather conditions.
The ultimate aim is to provide a path that further encourages increased local usage and a “slow tourism” experience for the visitor, where all can hear the beautiful birdsong, watch the fish jump and experience the abundant culture and heritage that the area has to offer.
Waterways Ireland has successfully developed such paths on the north Shannon without impacting on the wildlife or fauna, where all users enjoy the wonderful experiences without intimidating each other. These developments have, however, had a huge impact on the revitalisation of the local rural economy, and I would encourage all readers to come and experience that area, and thereafter take a fully informed view. – Yours, etc,
JOHN BOYLE,
Director of Business
Development,
Waterways Ireland,
Waterways Ireland does not propose to lay down a hard surface for cyclists. It is planned to upgrade 85 per cent of the Barrow towpath with compacted, unbound stone and dust, actually replacing what is currently there on a like-for-like basis. It must be noted that when the towpath was originally constructed for horses to pull the canal barges, it was constructed using unbound stone and dust. Some 8 per cent of the towpath will be upgraded with tarmac at approaches to road crossings. Some 6 per cent of the towpath will be upgraded with bound surface dressing – again replacing existing surfaces on a like-for-like basis. Some 1 per cent of the towpath will be upgraded with a concrete surface. This section is planned for the tidal flooding section at St Mullins so as to provide a robust surface for users and future sustainability.
From an environmental point of view, Waterways Ireland employed independent environmental consultants to undertake detailed baseline ecological surveys of the entire route. It conducted a comprehensive environmental impact assessment with resultant environmental impact statement, which contained further assessments on issues, including built and culture heritage, and a habitats directive assessment with a resultant natura impact statement.
With mitigating measures in place, little or no significant adverse impacts of the development were found.
The proposal will improve access to the Barrow towpath for a wide range of users including walkers, recreational cyclists, wheelchair users and families, and will enhance safety and accessibility in all weather conditions.
The ultimate aim is to provide a path that further encourages increased local usage and a “slow tourism” experience for the visitor, where all can hear the beautiful birdsong, watch the fish jump and experience the abundant culture and heritage that the area has to offer.
Waterways Ireland has successfully developed such paths on the north Shannon without impacting on the wildlife or fauna, where all users enjoy the wonderful experiences without intimidating each other. These developments have, however, had a huge impact on the revitalisation of the local rural economy, and I would encourage all readers to come and experience that area, and thereafter take a fully informed view. – Yours, etc,
JOHN BOYLE,
Director of Business
Development,
Waterways Ireland,
Tuesday 6 June 2017
Time to book that Magic Holiday in The Mystic Valley
Monday 29 May 2017
Wednesday 17 May 2017
St Mullins The Brigadoon of County Carlow
Monday 8 May 2017
Sunday 23 April 2017
Monday 17 April 2017
Friday 14 April 2017
Wednesday 12 April 2017
The Mullicháin Cafe in The Heart of Ireland's Ancient East
2 days agoReviewed by Elaine C
We stumbled across the Mullichain Cafe last weekend. Little did we know we were in for such a treat! This cafe is ideally location, nestled at the bottom of a valley along the River Barrow. We were blessed with the weather and the setting could not have been more perfect. Our visit was made more pleasant by the fantastic staff that looked after us. The staff here are a credit to those who are running this business. We were extremely well looked after here and they took a genuine interest in whether we were pleased with the food and gave us more information about the area and it's amenities. The food was of a superb quality. We were both delighted with our choices, though as a coeliac it would have been great to see further options. It was no problem to get extra bread and we felt very satisfied. The main point here is that both the food and setting is fantastic, but what makes this cafe a real winner is the combination of this and it's staff. We will definitely be both recommending this cafe and visiting in the future.
Wednesday 5 April 2017
Save the Barrow line with the great new surface for all an even crushed stone Hurrayyyyy !
Tuesday 4 April 2017
Save the Barrow line with new crushed stone surface so our friends of all abilities can enjoy the river
Lets Save The Barrrow line and share it with our freinds of all abilities
Share The Barrow line with our friends of all abilities
Thursday 30 March 2017
The Barrow Blueway St Mullins View
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIjEStwjukk
The Barrow Blueway Leads to Mystical St Mullins you can cycle to us from Graiguenamanagh, Carlow Athy Monsterevin or all the way from Dublin "A Magical trip of a life time "@mullichain
The Barrow Blueway Leads to Mystical St Mullins you can cycle to us from Graiguenamanagh, Carlow Athy Monsterevin or all the way from Dublin "A Magical trip of a life time "@mullichain
A Wonderful view of St Mullins a Must watch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIjEStwjukk
What a fantastic view of St Mullins The Mystical Center of Ireland's Ancient East
What a fantastic view of St Mullins The Mystical Center of Ireland's Ancient East
Friday 10 March 2017
The Barrow Blueway a Leisure Cyclists dream
Thursday 9 February 2017
Monday 6 February 2017
The Barrow Blueway Planning lodged see open days to view
Open Days to view Barrow Blueway Planning
https://www.facebook.com/WaterwaysIre/photos/a.151679228340222.1073741830.148742641967214/743873542454118/?type=3&theater
Thursday 26 January 2017
The Mullicháin Cafe Opens for 2017
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