Village 12 miles from City Centre The Village at , Co. Kildare Hump-backed Tel: + 353 1630350 Fax: +353 1 6303505 Airport Bridge [email protected] www.villageatlyons.com

M1 Celbridge 1.5 miles Lucan Entrance to the Village at Lyons Distance from N7 exit to turn-off for The M50 Demesne 350 yds Turn-off for Village at Lyons The Village Demesne at Lyons Demesne Newcastle 2.7 miles Dublin City Centre Athgo N7

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The Village Restaurants THE MILL RESTAURANT THE VILLAGE AT LYONS The Village at Lyons Demesne in is a rare and amazing treasure of architectural features, master craftsmanship and decorative detailing. Lovingly restored and encompassing the Georgian Canal Station, The Village at Lyons is one of most exciting and spectacular projects ever which opened in September 2006.

Enjoy the Georgian village life and surround yourself in luxury in one of our individually appointed houses. Sample the culinary delights of our restaurants and purchase freshly baked breads form our bakery. Take a stroll along the canal and relax with a cocktail in The Lyons Den. Soak up the sunshine in the courtyard or toast yourself by the open fire.

We invite you to take pleasure in all that The Village at Lyons has to offer. THE VILLAGE AT LYONS DEMESNE THE VILLAGE The ancient seventh century church and settlement of Cluain Eaghlis grew up close to this spot beneath , from where 10 Kings of had ruled during the first millennium. The Village at Lyons lies along the scenic towpath of the at Aylmers Bridge and Lyons Demesne the former home of the Aylmers, an old Kildare dynasty, and later the Lawless family who held the title of Lord Cloncurry.

The village derives its name from an ancient town and castle, which were both destroyed in the war of 1641. Built on the original site of this ancient fortification, The village at Lyons fully sprang to life with the arrival of the Grand Canal, which was built circa 1756 to 1803. The canal was a vital transport link in as it was much cheaper and much more reliable than road transport at the time.

The construction of Lyons House nearby in 1786 and its lavish reconstruction by Valentine Lawless in 1800-03 meant that a thriving community grew up along the canal bank. By 1850 this included a hotel, a forge, several shops, workshops and a police barracks. Joseph P. Shackleton took over the flourmill, a relation of the Antarctic explorer.

In 1865 when canal traffic peaked, 90 barges a day passed through here bringing flour, local merchandise and stone from the quarries to Dublin City.

The mill accidentally burned in 1903, the canal was closed to traffic in 1960, Lyons House was sold in 1963, and life in the village came to a halt as community activity focused instead on nearby Ardclough.

Village life was reborn after 1996 with the restoration of the first of the village homesteads. We invite you to share in our enjoyment of this SanPietro Chapel, historic place. LyonsVillage Number OneLove Kitchen, Number One Love

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The Restaurants

Richard Corrigan is at the helm of the village restaurants where guests can experience the hallmarks of Richard’s culinary talents and meticulous balancing of rich and fresh flavours showing an approach to food that emphasises refined simplicity with seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. The kitchen team is lead by Executive Chef Fred Cordonnier and supported by talented young chef Paul Carroll.

The Mill Restaurant serves as a wonderful fine dining establishment, while Café la Serre is a more casual affair with outdoor seating. 2 elegant private dining rooms are available for guests looking for that special place to entertain in luxurious surroundings for a truly memorable dining experience.

Nick Munier manages the operations of the village while Sile Nolan directs sales and events.

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The Mill Restaurant

The Mill Restaurant offers dining at a more formal level. Its panelled walls are complimented by rich tapestries offset by a soft and relaxing palette of neutral shades. The enormous 17th Century open fireplace & soothing sounds of the waterfall outside enhance the pleasure of an exquisite culinary experience.

The menu is international cuisine at its highest level with a strong French influence.

Signature dishes include Carmelized Sweetbreads with Sauce Albufera and Open Ravioli of Lightly Poached Lobster with Vanilla Cream.

The Mill Restaurant is open for dinner from Wednesday to Saturday from 6.30pm to 9.30pm and for lunch from Thursday to Sunday, 12.30pm to 2.30pm Reservations are advisable and all major credit cards are accepted.

The Mill Restaurant is fully wheelchair accessible by our wonderful hand- painted lift.

The 2 Private Dining Rooms are serviced from The Mill kitchen with choices available from The Mill Restaurant menu. Each of the private rooms can comfortably accommodate up to 18 guests and are the ideal venue for a small business meeting, a family gathering or any special occasion. The private rooms are available for use 7 days a week.

Café La Serre

With its oyster bar and splendid Turner designed conservatory, Café la Serre provides a more informal and relaxed setting for lunch and dinner. The glorious courtyard allows for outdoor dining in the summertime while the roaring fires keep the cold at bay in the chilly winter months. The menu bears all the marks of Richard Corrigan’s emphasis on simple food prepared with the freshest and finest ingredients.

Sample Richard Corrigan’s famous Fish Pie, or compliment a dozen oysters with a smooth pint of Guinness.

Café la Serre is open 7 days for lunch from 12 noon to 3pm and for dinner from 6pm to 9pm (Sundays 8pm). An afternoon tea menu is available from 3.30pm to 5.30pm. Café la Serre is fully licensed and offers a selection of wine by the glass as well as an extensive wine list. Reservations are advisable and all major credit cards are accepted. Café la Serre is fully wheelchair accessible.

The Lyons Den

A warm welcome awaits you in The Lyons Den with its 18th Century oak panelled walls, decorative tapestries and original Lavery painting.

Relax on an antique leather sofa by the open fire and sip a delicious cocktail from our elaborate selection or choose a premium whiskey from our extensive bar list.

Drop in for coffee and freshly baked scones or choose from our afternoon tea menu.

The Lyons Den is open from 12 noon 7 days a week.

For more details or for reservations please contact 01 6303500 e-mail [email protected] Visit our website at www.villageatlyons.com