A Lakeshore Venue with a Food Court, Bar, Cafe, Event Spaces, Function Rooms and an Activity Centre in Blessington, Co Wicklow.
The Avon gives you the chance to visit an amazing setting on the shores of Blessington Lakes in County Wicklow, Ireland. Located on the outskirts of Blessington, The Avon boasts an activity centre, food court, nordic spa, bar & cafe, events and function rooms and direct access to the Blessington Greenway, all in the heart of a breath-taking setting in the lovely Wicklow countryside. We cater for c
orporate clients and can host a variety of different activities for team building or a fun day out. Our meetings & events spaces can accommodate small professional meetings and larger conferences. We welcome families looking to celebrate special occasions or simply wanting to get together and enjoy some time out with your loved ones. We have everything you’re looking for to create a memorable event. The Lakeshore Bars provides a wide array of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages you can enjoy while you soak up the views and delicious food from our Food Court. The Avon promises you an unforgettable experience, whatever your reason for visiting.
10/08/2025
🎶 The Legend of Luke Kelly Returns! 🎶
After an unforgettable show with us last year, we’re thrilled to welcome back The Legend of Luke Kelly for another incredible night of music and memories 🌟
📅 Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic live!
🎟 Tickets: €25 + booking fee – On sale NOW!
Get yours before they’re gone, available on ticketstop.ie
09/08/2025
We have free live music this weekend from 3 to 5pm 🎶
The Avon Food Court is open until 9pm Saturday and 12 to 8pm on Sunday 🍕 🍔 🍦 🍺 🍪
Tintean Sauna is open for bookings on Wunderbook 🧖♀️
The Blessington Greenway and Walker's cafe is open everyday ✨️
08/08/2025
A weekend of sunshine means one thing! Let's BBQ!
The Avon BBQ is back this Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm (or until we sell out)!
We also have live music this weekend from 3 to 5pm with and ✨️🎶
07/08/2025
Opening Hours for The Avon Food Court 🌞 Walker's cafe is open 930am to 4pm everyday ✨️
04/08/2025
Bank Holiday Monday music in our Library Room from 12pm!
are playing 12 to 2pm and then are playing from 3 ton5pm 🎸 Our Library Bar will be open, grab some food from our Food Court and enjoy 🎶 Free Parking all day!
01/08/2025
Treat Yourself! Come and enjoy some delicious goodies at Walkers Café, the perfect way to relax and indulge 🥰
Open 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM all weekend.
31/07/2025
The August lineup up is here! This Bank Holiday Monday we have a double headliner of bands on, don't fret if the weather is bad, live music will move inside to our Library Room 💯🎵
As usual, Walker's Cafe, Tintean Sauna, The Food Court, Bike Hire and The Food Court Bar will be open all weekend! See website for opening hours ⏰️
See you over the weekend 😊
31/07/2025
Corporate Days at The Avon 🌿
Take your next team day out of the office and into something unforgettable.
✅ Private dining & fully equipped meeting rooms
✅ Delicious catering options to suit your schedule
✅ Optional outdoor activities in a stunning riverside setting
Perfect for team-building, workshops, or client events.
📅 Now booking weekday and weekend slots.
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The Avon gives you the chance to stay in an stunning setting on the shores of Blessington Lakes in County Wicklow, Ireland. Escape the stress and strain of city life within 30 kms of Dublin. Immerse yourself in the peaceful serenity of the lakes or do battle with our epic, custom-built, adult playground.
The Avon is a venue like no other for hosting a wedding and offers one of the most serene settings anywhere in the country. We specialise in weddings here in The Avon and are bringing a new approach to making the day an experience that will live long in the memory of both you and your guests. While we are not a hotel or a resort our venue has the flexibility to make your dream wedding a reality. Because we are a venue we have a lot more flexibility in what we can offer and accomplish to create magical experiences.
Come Recharge at The Avon – whether you want to have your team plugged in or plugged out, we cater for all types of corporate retreats. We have high-octane, team-building adventure packages and more low-key reflective team bonding experiences. Our multi-purpose venue offers workshop spaces for team meetings and if it’s a think-tank session you require, we can build out the perfect strategy environment. Our kitchen will work with you to prepare all the brain-food you need; or have a bespoke team cocktail night prepared for you in the Library Bar.
We welcome families looking to celebrate special occasions or simply wanting to get together and enjoy some time out with your loved ones. Whether it’s a milestone birthday party or you’d like to do something special for your child’s Christening or first communion, we have everything you’re looking for to create a memorable event.
The Bar in The Avon provides top notch food and a wide array of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages you can enjoy while you soak up the views. We focus on traditional Irish food and keep things local and seasonal. Relax with a paper while you savour a delicious coffee or take advantage of our free Wi-Fi.