Single fileHaving a common interest is a great way to strike up friendships.
HilltopTreks has organised a guided walk and dinner for singles in Glendalough, Co Wicklow, next Saturday. The walk, which starts at 11.30am and will be led by a qualified guide, will last a gentle four hours or so, followed by dinner at the Glendalough Hotel. HilltopTreks may organise a minibus to collect people from Dublin and return them after dinner, depending on demand. Tickets cost €56, including a packed lunch but excluding accommodation. See www.hilltoptreks.ie or call 087-7849599.
On your bikeAlso next weekend, Co-operation Ireland is holding its annual two-day bike ride. Starting and finishing at Dundalk Institute of Technology, day one takes in the 150km Cooley Mourne Challenge, with day two covering the 95km Oriel Recovery Spin. Participants should have a good level of fitness and be used to spending many hours in the saddle. Several entry options are available, for one or both days and with or without accommodation. See www.cooperationireland.org or call 01-6610588 or 048-90321462.
Dig itAchill Archaeological Field School, based in Dooagh, is offering a hands-on experience with a three-day taster course in archaeology. It combines lectures, field trips and a dig (above) – what better way to get your fingers dirty? Set in the magnificent scenery of Achill, the course will throw light on the history of the island. The €350 price includes self-catering accommodation. Call 098-43564 or e-mail info@achill-fieldschool. com, or see www.achill- fieldschool.com.