IF you’re looking for the perfect place to take the kids this summer, look no further than this playground that boasts stunning views.
A survey released in May of this year by Laya Life revealed that the average cost of raising a child from when they are born until they go to college has increased dramatically over the last few years.
The ‘Cradle to College Cost Index’, where the company surveyed 1,000 parents, revealed that the total cost for the average household has climbed to €169,372.85.
This figure represents a huge 60 per cent increase since 2015.
To add to this, when children are on summer holidays from school, it can be hard to find an activity to keep them busy that doesn’t break the bank.
And now, with rising costs in almost every aspect of life, who wouldn’t like a cheap but thrilling day out?
Skerries Mill playground is located just a 43 minute drive from Dublin city centre, and is also reachable by public transport.
It was opened in 2021, and has been a huge hit with both locals and tourists.
And it’s just 3 minutes from Skerries beach, which makes it the perfect addition to a day out.
The natural playground is right beside windmills and overlooks the river, offering a stunning view – especially during the summer.
It caters to kids of all ages and abilities, so all children can experience the fun.
When built, it was important to the council to keep the heritage of the area and take the historic mill into account.
LOCAL HERITAGE
The mills are from a monastic site dating back to around AD795.
The windmills along with other statues scattered around the playground reflects the local heritage and history of Skerries.
All of the structures are made from wood, adding to the natural element of the park.
And for the older ones, there is a skate park just beside it.
For the parents, the Skerries Mills Farmers Market is also beside it, so you can pop in to get some fresh produce for the dinner.
To make the most of the day, you can visit the Windmills and Watermill and enjoy an escorted tour.
And then, take a stop into the Windmill Bakery which has been there since 1840 and offers freshly baked goods along with lunch.
