Outdoors Axe Throwing Experience in Stunning Glendalough

County Wicklow, Dublin



Join Solo or with Friends. Enjoy a one-hour session where you’ll learn the basics of axe throwing, sharpen your skills, and take part in a friendly competition.

Highlights

  • Glendalough's best kept secret
  • Easy to learn, Great fun and of course totally safe
  • Instructors to guide you all the way to that bulls-eye
  • Beautiful riverside location

Description

Join us solo or with friends - no minimum group size! Enjoy a one-hour session where you’ll learn the basics of axe throwing, sharpen your skills, and take part in a friendly competition.

Book a Sauna for after your axe throwing session, and plunge into the river. If you book the 4-5pm session you can go straight into the 5-6pm Sauna session after your Axe Throwing.

Nestled where two rivers meet, our beautiful Glendalough venue offers a perfect escape into nature. An open-fronted cabin provides shelter in all weather, and a basic compost toilet is available. Surrounded by scenic walking trails, we’re just a short stroll through the woods from Glendalough lakes, visitor centre, and monastic site - making it easy to combine an activity with a visit to these iconic landmarks.

Age & Safety Requirements

  • Minimum age: 12 (must be at least 1.5m tall)
  • Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult (max 3 children per adult)
  • Available to book online all weekend

Includes

Everything you need is included.. Expert coaching, safety briefs and a lot of fun

Excludes

None.. just make sure you come with a smile.. oh and sensible shoes

Important Information

  • - Wear sensible shoes (no open toed shoes OR flip flops OR Sandles). - We are an outside venue so wrap up if the weather is cold and wear suitable clothes and footwear. - Arrive 10 mins before your allocated time, we start the event on time so if you are late then you might miss out. - Don't bring your own axe, please! - No drinking alcohol before or during the event, you will need to sign a disclaimer before you start stating this. - We will be taking photos and videos, let us know if you would prefer to NOT be in them - We reserve the right to refuse admission or to ask you to leave if we feel that you are behaving in an unsafe manner.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The experience includes a one-hour axe throwing session with guidance from instructors and an optional Sauna booking afterwards.
It takes place in Glendalough, at a riverside spot where two rivers meet, just outside Dublin.
Yes, the session is easy to learn with instructors providing guidance for all skill levels.
No, you can join solo or with friends as there is no minimum group size required.
Yes, safety is a priority and all sessions are supervised by instructors to ensure a safe environment.
If you book the 4-5pm axe throwing session, you can go directly into the 5-6pm Sauna session afterwards.
The axe throwing experience lasts approximately one hour.
No equipment is required; all necessary items are provided on-site.
You can reach Glendalough by car or public transport from Dublin; check local travel options for current routes.
Age restrictions may apply; please check the website for specific age and safety guidelines.

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