When motor dealer Frank Keane’s Dalkey home was put up for sale in 2018, it was thought unlikely that the house and its one-acre garden would become the subject of a redevelopment, owing to the lack of access to the Richmond site. Fast-forward seven years, and that access issue has been resolved following the demolition of the original house and its replacement with Castlepark Manor, which will be a scheme of 10 houses and 14 apartments when complete. Designed by Tyler Owens Architects, the original house has been knocked and Castlepark Manor is being built on the plot that backs on to Hyde Park. Construction is well under way at the development and the 10 houses are all close to shell stage. The floors of the apartments have been poured, and it is expected that Castlepark Manor will be complete by May next year. Three houses and four apartments at the scheme have just been released on to the market through agent Vincent Finnegan. The houses range in price from €1.75 million to €2.25 million, and the apartments are from €750,000 up to €1.525 million for the penthouses. The semidetached houses differ in size and elevation. The smallest is a three-bedroom house over two storeys. There are also three- and four-bedroom house types set out over three levels, and the largest are four-bedroom properties with four floors of living space. The living areas in the houses are open plan and the bedrooms are en suite. Balconies, gardens and barbecue areas will be a feature of all of the new homes, with sizes depending on where on the site the property is situated. The 14 apartments will be housed in a four-storey block at the entrance to the development. There are one-, two- and three-bedroom units on offer. The two penthouse apartments have three bedrooms and a study, along with outdoor terraces. There are also some two-bedroom types that have a library or study, and a one-bedroom apartment with an office. The fittings will be high-end with kitchens and bespoke joinery by Michael Farrell, appliances will be by Gaggenau and Blanco, and Kahrs engineered oak floors will be fitted in the living areas. Windows and doors will be Crittal-style Aluclad by Carlson and the main entrance doors will be composite for extra security and durability. The energy-efficient homes will have smart technology installed, and each property is being built with high levels of insulation and airtightness. The location is quiet and residential with schools such as Castle Park and Loreto within walking distance. Dalkey village is less than 10 minutes away on foot and a walk to the Dart station will take 15 minutes. Alison Gill, a contributor to The Irish Times, writes about property Facebook pageTwitter feed© 2025 The Irish Times DAC 1) 0ms,border-color 250ms cubic-bezier(0.4 1) 0ms;transition:background-color 250ms cubic-bezier(0.4 1) 0ms;color:#1976d2;padding:0px;min-width:0;}.css-1sgza6o:hover{-webkit-text-decoration:none;text-decoration:none;background-color:rgba(25 0.04);}@media (hover: none){.css-1sgza6o:hover{background-color:transparent;}}.css-1sgza6o.Mui-disabled{color:rgba(0 1) 0ms;color:#1976d2;padding:0px;min-width:0;}.css-w5p45x::-moz-focus-inner{border-style:none;}.css-w5p45x.Mui-disabled{pointer-events:none;cursor:default;}@media print{.css-w5p45x{-webkit-print-color-adjust:exact;color-adjust:exact;}}.css-w5p45x:hover{-webkit-text-decoration:none;text-decoration:none;background-color:rgba(25 0.04);}@media (hover: none){.css-w5p45x:hover{background-color:transparent;}}.css-w5p45x.Mui-disabled{color:rgba(0 0.26);}PrintShareSaveThe death has occurred of Passed away peacefully after a long illness He will be sadly missed by his sisters Pauline and Vera Many thanks to the compassionate and dedicated staff of the Blackrock Hospice Reposing at Quinns of Glasthule on Friday (2nd May) from 5pm to 6pm. Funeral Mass on Saturday (3rd May) at 10am in the Church of the Assumption, Dalkey, which may be viewed on the following link, https://www.churchservices.tv/dalkey/embed, followed by burial in Shanganagh Cemetery. No flowers please. Donations, in lieu, to the Blackrock Hospice. Funeral Service.css-h76uj{display:inherit;margin-right:-4px;margin-left:8px;}Date Published: CondolencesDonate to CharityWould you like to mark a birthday memorial mass or anniversary for a Loved One?You can now create a family notice on RIP.ie to remember your loved one Hollywood star Tom Hanks pictured at the Dalkey Book Festival in 2023 This year's Dalkey Book Festival will take place from June 12 to 15 Sarah BurkeWed 16 Apr 2025 at 12:35The line-up for this year’s Dalkey Book Festival has been announced with a mix of Irish and international authors and speakers across four days and 80 events The 15th edition of the festival includes Michael Lewis the man behind Moneyball and The Big Short; renowned author and illustrator Charlie Mackesy; and award-winning Turkish-British novelist Elif Shafak who said the festival is a place where “ideas matter” “This year’s festival promises a jam-packed and thought-provoking four days which I feel very confident will give everyone who attends plenty to think about,” founder and Director of Dalkey Book Festival “This is a festival for everyone – for those who love to read and for those who love to engage with like-minded individuals “What’s always great to see is all the conversation happening around the village – there is a real buzz in Dalkey over the four days,” she added The festival will feature an array of Ireland’s incredible literary talent alongside emerging voices such as Elaine Feeney and Wendy Erskine Harvard professor Steven Pinker and US-based science journalist Luke O’Neill will be delving into the power of the human mind while Ukrainian historian Olesya Khromeychuk will bring a deeply personal perspective on the ongoing conflict in Eastern Europe As the world grapples with economic instability and Lionel Shriver will offer their insights into everything from Trump’s trade wars to the rise of populism in Europe This year’s festival will also feature humour and light-heartedness as key components with comedians like David O’Doherty and Colm O’Regan providing some comic relief alongside intellectual giants The festival’s partnership with Visit Portugal will have a special focus on the country’s literary scene with authors Filipe Ribeiro de Meneses and Afonso Cruz set to explore the nation’s unique cultural heritage said: “We are delighted to welcome speakers back to the heart of Dalkey as well as those who are coming to the Dalkey Book Festival for the first time “The festival is what it is because of the people of Dalkey – residents and those who run bars and restaurants who are all so open to the event “In a survey commissioned by the Arts Council it was estimated that the festival brings over €2m of additional revenue directly into the local economy over the festival’s long weekend.” Tickets for the festival go on presale on April 23 at 10am with general sale starting two days later on April 25 Tickets available from €15 at www.dalkeybookfestival.org CamogieA short story from Dublin and Kilkenny – ‘We appreciate the tradition of the game but skorts are not fit for purpose’It’s the short story that has everyone talking Pupils from Harold Boys National School at the launch of the new refurbished Hyde Park Playground in Dalkey.  Frank Curran with pupils from Harold Boys National School at the launch of the new refurbished Hyde Park Playground in Dalkey Cllr Jim O’Leary with pupils from Harold Boys National School at the launch of the new refurbished Hyde Park Playground in Dalkey Frank Curran with Elected Members and dlr Parks staff at the launch of the new refurbished Hyde Park Playground in Dalkey L-R: Cllr Justin Moylan; Cormac Devlin TD; Cllr Thomas Joseph; Frank Curran Chief Executive of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council; Cllr Jim O’Leary Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council; Finnian Ward Executive Parks Superintendent; Ruairi Ó Dúlaing Senior Parks Superintendent; Cllr Lorraine Hall and Cllr Martha Fanning Chief Executive Frank Curran and local councillors launched the new refurbished Hyde Park Playground making it a vibrant and exciting new play space for the community to enjoy Hyde Park Playground was identified as a high priority for renovation due to its outdated design from the early 2000s Through an online consultation process with the community valuable feedback was gathered and incorporated into the design brief for the renovation The renovated playground now features 18 play elements a significant increase from the previous seven elements and a variety of play items to meet the wishes of the children and parents in the community The theme of the playground focuses on providing a unified and adventurous space with attractive timber elements creating a visually appealing environment for children to explore and play We are continuing to prioritise enhancing play opportunities across the county with frequent opening events for new or refurbished playgrounds in all electoral areas The Hyde Park Playground is now open for play inviting families and children to come and enjoy the newly renovated space Report a problem with the Council E-mail: info@dlrcoco.ie Business owners and residents of the seaside village of Dalkey in south Dublin have expressed shock at the removal of about a dozen decorative trees along with lavender bedding plants on Tuesday The trees were removed by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, the council confirmed, although what happened to the bedding plants is less certain. About 15 trees in a series of planters along the length of Castle Street were installed by the county council in November 2022 as part of post-Covid measures to improve the ambience of the street. The council had placed about 20 planters along Castle Street from the Ulverton Road junction to the Railway Road junction, blocking off spaces previously used for car parking and installing benches in some sections of the street, making it more pedestrian friendly. Some of the planters were planted with hedging and with lavender and other decorative bedding plants. The trees were festooned with fairy lights at Christmas, lending a seasonal appearance to the street. Dalkey, which has an active Tidy Towns Committee, subsequently emerged as the overall winner in the Dún Laoghaire Rathdown Tidy Districts Competition last October. Dalkey also picked up the award for Best Town or Village of between 6,000 and 9,000 people. However on Tuesday evening locals were shocked to see about 10 of the trees had been removed, being cut from the planters, leaving a stump of about 10cm. The felled branches and leaves were tidied up and removed. Many townspeople took to the Dalkey Community Forum to question whether the trees had been removed because they were non native, but if so why were they planted in the first place. Local Robert Trench said many people were shocked and questioned whether vandals had been involved in removing the trees. He said townspeople were mystified by the sudden disappearance of the trees and plants. “If they were removed by the council then I think they could have been repositioned, replanted or given away.” Pamela Cooney, owner of the Grapevine restaurant, said three trees outside her premises were not taken, but she was aware of some trees and lavender bedding plants which had disappeared along the street. She said she was mystified by the absence of trees and plants, and could not explain it. Some trees outside Benitos restaurant also remained in place, she said. However, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council revealed it had been responsible for the removal. In a statement to The Irish Times the council said: “The trees in question were acacia trees, and they were unhealthy or dead trees that needed to be removed. The area is being refurbished with planters, in conjunction with Dalkey Tidy Towns Committee.” Efforts to contact a spokesperson for the Tidy Towns committee were unsuccessful. A trader who asked not to be named said the traders would look forward to “some consultation” on what trees would be put in place. Tim O'Brien is an Irish Times journalist in the wonderful care of all the staff at Blackrock Hospice Beloved daughter of Brian and the late Ann Caroline will be very sadly missed and fondly remembered by her siblings Darragh Reposing at Quinns of Glasthule on Thursday (24th April) from 4pm-6pm. Funeral Mass on Friday (25th April) at 10am in the Church of the Assumption, Dalkey, which may be viewed on the following link, https://www.churchservices.tv/dalkey/embed, followed by burial in Deansgrange Cemetery. Family Flowers only please. Donations, if desired, to Blackrock Hospice. CondolencesDonate to CharityWould you like to mark a birthday, memorial mass or anniversary for a Loved One?You can now create a family notice on RIP.ie to remember your loved one. Rip.ie, The Irish Times Building, 24-28 Tara Street, Dublin 2, Ireland The Dalkey Duck also has planning for 12 guest bedrooms Actor and hospitality entrepreneur Gary Whelan has brought his Dalkey Duck hostelry to the market – just days ahead of when its neighbour, The Queens, is about to change hands. Founder of Whelan’s music venue on Wexford Street in Dublin city centre, where the likes of Jeff Buckley once played, Gary Whelan was also well-known for his roles in TV series EastEnders, Brookside, The Bill and Ballykissangel. Join the Irish Independent WhatsApp channel It had been an investment property for about 40 years and was laid out in three flats: the owner hired Dalkey architect Johnny Bennett of Extend Architects to design the revamp and now it is a home that combines original period details – elaborate plasterwork, large fireplaces, high ceilings – with modern comforts. It has been well insulated and has a B1 Ber, quite an achievement in a house built around 1860. The Property Price Register shows the house was bought for €715,000 in 2017, indicating that that was not the market price, which would likely have been about €1.5 million-€1.7 million thinks the owner; he spent about €750,000 on the refurb. Number 30 Ulverton Road, a 250 sq m (2,700 sq ft) two-storey, over garden level, three/four-bedroom terraced redbrick in walk-in condition, is now for sale for €2.85 million through Daphne Kaye. The owner mainly uses the garden and ground floor levels of the house, which they’ve decided is too big for them. There is a formal drawingroom and a bedroom on the ground floor, but the heart of the house is the smart open-plan space at garden level which includes a livingroom, diningroom and kitchen. The main front door is up wide granite steps but the couple mostly use the garden-level entrance, which is a few steps down on the left of the front steps, beside a small granite patio sheltered by a small hedge. The door here opens into a hall that serves as a boot room, with a bench under a coat rack. It is next to a small downstairs toilet and an understairs store room. The room behind the drawingroom would probably have been a diningroom originally: now it’s a good-sized double bedroom with a timber fireplace with cast-iron inset and a small but smart en suite shower room with attractive grey tiles and underfloor heating. A room fitted out as a study at the back of the ground floor could be another bedroom. Frances O'Rourke, a contributor to The Irish Times, writes about homes and property Co.Dublin) passed away peacefully in her sleep surrounded by the people she loved Denise fought a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer Denise will be greatly missed by all who knew her Predeceased by her parents and her brother Martin A special thanks to Marie at the Irish Cancer Society and the Blackrock Hospice for their Care and Support during this difficult time Reposing Thursday (6th February) in Quinn's of Glasthule from 4pm-6pm. Removal Friday (7th February) to the Church of the Assumption, Dalkey, arriving for 10am Funeral Mass which can be viewed online at http://www.churchservices.tv/dalkey followed by burial in Shanganagh Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu of flowers to Blackrock hospice. this three-bedroom detached house is orientated to take full advantage of the gorgeous vistas but the current owners have extensively redesigned and renovated the property under the expert eye of Paul O’Callaghan Architects (Poca) with the imperative of maximising those stunning sea views and with the focus firmly on the wow factor Large picture windows keep the twinkling light pouring in teak window frames and oak herringbone floors enhance the sense of taste and style inside Villa Milano now extends to 267sq m (2,873sq ft), with a Ber of B3, and is for sale through Lisney Sotheby’s International Realty, asking €3.5 million. The owners cleverly addressed a lack of street parking on this section of the Vico Road by building a sheltered car port under the front terrace, which comfortably takes two cars. They hired builders to excavate the hillside to create the car port, which has a storage shed built into the rock and steps leading up to the front entrance. The owners also made provision for a lift to be installed here for easy access in the future. As soon as you step up to the front terrace, you’ll be tempted to kick off your shoes, sit down in the sun lounger and pour yourself a drink. The terrace has commanding views over the bay while maintaining its privacy from passersby on the road below. On the west side of the terrace, the owners have built a small al fresco dining area surrounded by glass balustrades to shelter it from the wind, and with an electric awning above. The reception lobby and entrance hall are laid in solid-oak herringbone flooring, with a porthole window in the front door, shutters in the lobby and painted wainscoting with cherrywood trim in the hall. An inner lobby has shelving for books and a cloaks cupboard, and leads in to the guest WC to the back, which has a tiled floor, partially tiled walls, power shower and a window looking out to the rear. The kitchen and breakfastroom has a lovely teak-framed arched window looking out to the rear, and is also laid in herringbone oak flooring. It’s fitted with a contemporary Bulthaup kitchen, with integrated Miele appliances, and the island has a Carrera marble top. A neat banquette dining space in tan leather makes for a cosy breakfast spot. Off the kitchen is a spacious utility room with tiled floor that houses all the laundry facilities plus a wine fridge, larder freezer, heating and water controls and gas boiler, and has a door out to the back. Glazed folding doors lead from the kitchen into the large living/diningroom to the front, which spans the entire width of the house, and has two large picture windows overlooking the bay. It has wide engineered oak floor with underfloor heating, marble fireplace with gas fire, and bespoke cherrywood shelving and display niches. A door opens out to the enclosed outdoor dining area. There’s also a cosy sittingroom on this floor, with a vaulted ceiling and a feature Faber glazed gas stove and built-in storage. The main bathroom has timber-effect tiled floor with underfloor heating, a Grohe power shower and a bath set in an elegant marble surround. The wash-hand basin has a walnut vanity unit below, and the walls have iroko bamboo panelling. Behind the house is a narrow elevated terrace leading up to a small seated area that catches the late afternoon and early evening sun. Directly across the road from Villa Milano is the popular Vico bathing area, and you can walk in to Dalkey village via Sorrento Terrace and Coliemore Road, or along Sorrento Road. 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Video: Dan Dennison VideoTrump - ‘You finally have a champion for workers in the White House’Donald Trump has held a campaign-style rally in Michigan celebrating his first 100 days in office, with a speech in which he touted his 'economic victories'. cost €1.1 million at the time and needed a lot of work “We’ve been doing it up for most of the past 20 years with builders here for all that time,” says Noel But architects always want to build their own house is hoping either to build or to restore another old property So number 16 is now for sale through Vincent Finnegan Noel’s architect’s eye for clever design is evident throughout 16 Railway Road a 170sq m (1,830sq ft) terraced four-bed a short walk from Dalkey Dart station slotted in beside the Guinea Pig restaurant and nearly opposite the corner with Finnegan’s pub like the bay windows with working shutters and centre roses are complemented by more modern fittings and furnishings it’s three-storey at the rear and has a C3 Ber The complete revamp involved knocking down a one-bed apartment at the back of the house to create a private garden making Noel “one of the few people who reduced the square footage of their home in southside Dublin” stretches across to steps leading up to a raised granite terrace with built-in seating A path beside a timber shed – with built-in seating on one side painted bright turquoise – runs behind neighbouring buildings; it leads to a gate opening on to a footpath down to Writer’s Corner at the edge of Dalkey village Cedar battens on the back of the house frame the sliding glass doors into the house Tall cast-iron black gates open on to the pebbled front garden where there’s room to park two cars beside the ivy-clad gable wall of the restaurant next door The front door opens into a hall floored with Jura marble panelled and painted white below the dado rail a feature that continues all the way up to the top floor [ Two fine period houses on sought-after Palmerston Road for €2.75m and €2.85mOpens in new window ] A livingroom on the left has a marble fireplace and is floored with dark oak in a chevron design. There’s original cornicing and a centre rose, from which is suspended a large modern light fixture which casts an orangey glow on the room. The open-plan kitchen/family room and diningroom at the back is the heart of the house: a wide arch connects the kitchen/family room to the diningroom – but the design of each side is different. The dining area, next to the sliding glass doors opening on to the back garden, is bright, with a large pyramid double glazed roof light over it. A 1926 silver-plated French Canadian working stove (found in a salvage place in Inchicore) is set into a brick wall painted grey; on the opposite wall, a frosted glass door opens into a utility room-cum-bar: it’s small, but accommodates a washer and dryer, cupboards and shelving for wine bottles and glasses. A small fully-tiled toilet beside the stove alcove has two facing mirrors, making the space seem larger. The diningroom is floored with an oak parquet floor in a herringbone design. The family bathroom on the second floor is fully tiled, has two wash-hand basins with a mirrored wall running the length behind them, bath with shower behind a curved transparent screen and timber light fittings suspended from the ceiling. four-bedroom family home is quite exceptional It’s difficult to picture a modest 69sq m home where there now stands a dwelling that is more than 2½ times the original size The owners of 16 Hyde Road purchased the house in 2016 when they returned home after five years in Australia The corner site was a big attraction as they knew they would have space to work with The generous front garden allowed for a larger than average extension resulting in the 181sq m (1,948sq ft) standout property that you see today The work on the house was done in two phases. The first job started in 2020, with Covid looming he was allowed to keep working on the house when restrictions were put in place to halt building work on all projects The first job entailed a lot of work on the downstairs of the house but just as it came to an end the couple discovered they were expecting their first child This new addition to the family brought with it a realisation that another job would have to be done to create more bedrooms upstairs the second phase of the work was completed with the upstairs extension providing two extra bedrooms This was clad in Canadian red cedar as the final statement piece on the 1950s house [ Retrofit grants for older homes: a guide to the new pilot schemeOpens in new window ] On the market now with a guide price of €1.1 million through Lisney Sotheby’s International Realty The interior has a kind of back-to-front feel about it with the kitchen opening out to the front garden rather than the back yard a wall with a door has been built between the carport and the garden and a hedgerow has been grown to 8ft to provide privacy and security [ Period villa with original features and substantial garden in Ranelagh for €1.25mOpens in new window ] The entrance hall is full of personality with the walls painted in a dusty blue-green shade (Fleetwood’s St Swithun) with a darker blue-green on the skirting boards (Sylvia Beach, also by Fleetwood). To the right is a dual-aspect livingroom with timber flooring and a fully panelled cool-grey wall. There is a shower room to the left of the hallway, with a genuine Crittall door beyond that leads to the kitchen/living/diningroom. This expansive room is where all life happens, with a separate living space that has a bespoke media unit, and a dining area that faces on to the garden. The kitchen, which is matt black, features a wood-topped island. The lawn at the front can be accessed by sliding doors in the kitchen, while at the back there is a west-facing barbecue area with cedar panelled screens providing extra privacy. Upstairs, the main bedroom runs the width of the house and has a walk-in wardrobe with doors that came from India via a salvage yard in Kildare, as well as a glass fanlight that once belonged to a Georgian building on Merrion Square. There are two more bedrooms in the new extension at the front of the house, and a fourth at the back beside the main bathroom. The owners had the help of interior designer Elaine Verdon of Leo and Cici when it came to colour choices, fittings and furnishings. Impressive for a house of this age, the Ber rating is a B2. There is underfloor heating downstairs, and all windows are double-glazed. Although often associated with the rich and famous, Dalkey still manages to retain the feel of a small seaside village as you cut down the side streets to get to the coastline. Hyde Road is situated at the edge of the village, so the saying “a stone’s throw away” really rings true for this property. There are cafes, supermarkets, restaurants, pubs and specialist shops aplenty within walking distance. Kids will never have to travel far for activities with Hyde Park and Cuala GAA at the end of the road. The Dart station is less than 10 minutes away on foot, and residents are also served by the number 7 and 59 bus routes, as well as the Aircoach link to Dublin Airport. So, after all the hard graft that went into transforming this former council house, won’t it be difficult for the owners to move on? “We’re not going too far. We feel good about the house because we’ve had great years in it. It is a really good feeling to know we maximised what could be done to it and to leave it in a good place for the next owners,” they say. Enjoy unmissable conversations with literary legends and world-leading thinkers at this year’s Dalkey Book Festival 101 writers in 84 events over 4 days including Michael Lewis For your chance to win, simply fill in the form below. Good luck! An A1-rated property in this neck of the woods that is not part of a larger scheme is as scarce as hen’s teeth so this pair are sure to attract interest from house-hunters with deep pockets The construction of both houses, which are priced at €1.45 million each, is now complete and they are ready for occupation. The four-bedroom homes, built by Ambi Homes and for sale through agents DNG each have a floor area of 152sq m (1,636sq ft) The two properties are on their own private plot behind a sliding electric gate The facade is made up of brick with Rationel windows and doors in a stone-grey shade The sleek interiors were laid out under the watchful eye of designer Kay Egginton and number 1 has been dressed for the sale by Marie Louise Keeley of MLK Interiors with the furniture available to purchase as an extra if new owners like the idea of a walk-in package The door on the left leads into the livingroom with floor-to-ceiling windows and a wood-panelled feature wall with media unit Through sliding pocket doors is the large kitchen which has another living area as well as a separate dining space The dark kitchen units are complemented by a substantial Calacatta quartz island The units are handleless and integrated with Miele There is extra shelving and storage space in the utility room The glass back door opens out to the southwest-facing back garden which has a tiled patio and a small artificial lawn The floors downstairs are natural hardwood and have underfloor heating. Up the stairs and in the bedrooms is Windsor velvet carpeting. The landing upstairs is lit up by the skylight above. The main bedroom is at the back of the house and comes with fitted wardrobes and an angled feature window. The en-suite bathroom has a double shower and separate bath. There are three more bedrooms and the main bathroom on this floor. The second bedroom also has fitted wardrobes, with extra units on the landing for the other two bedrooms. If four bedrooms were not required, one could very easily be turned into a walk-in wardrobe if more storage space was needed. The properties have achieved an A1 rating through the installation of 4.2kw solar panels on the roof, and the fitting of a ventilation system and an air-to-water heat pump. To the front of the houses is a cobbled driveway with parking for two cars per house, with an additional space for visitors. Dalkey village is a five-minute walk away, and a trip to the Dart station will take about 10 minutes on foot. Barnhill Stores and its artisan produce is at the end of the road, while Sandycove is a kilometre away for those who enjoy a dip in the Forty Foot. The Queens pub located in the heart of the south Dublin village of Dalkey The courtyard terrace of The Queens pub fronts onto Dalkey's main street The Queens is one of Ireland's most historic pubs, with its roots dating back to 1745 Sarah BurkeFri 4 Oct 2024 at 12:32Dalkey’s famous Queen’s pub is back on the market just over three years after being bought for €3.5m by hoteliers Ray Byrne and Eoin Doyle. Located in the heart of Dalkey village, the Queen’s has been frequented by stars such as Bono and Bruce Springsteen and is popular with locals and visitors alike, with its history stretching back to 1745. Planning permission for an extension to the pub, for a 30-bedroom guesthouse, was approved earlier this year despite opposition from local residents. The sale of the pub is expected to attract strong interest from a wide range of publicans, investors, and potentially hoteliers interested in developing the guesthouse, which now has planning permission at the rear of the property. With the planning permission in place, the pub is going to market through joint agents JLL and Lisney at a guide price of €3.95m, with the agents have described the spot as a “tourism focal point”. Several restaurants and licensed premises are located near the Queen’s Pub, with newsagents, bookmakers, pharmacies, butchers, and a supermarket nearby. News of the historic pub’s sale comes three months after its owners put another of their properties, the four-star Eccles Hotel and Spa in Glengarriff, Co Cork, on the market for €5m. They bought the Queen’s in 2021 from former owners, AIB CEO Tom Mulcahy and his wife June, who reportedly paid €7m for the property in 2003. The pub was operated by the couple until the Covid pandemic, which forced them to close its doors. The property comprises a large main bar and dining area on the ground floor, including The Parlour, which is available for private gatherings. On the first floor is The Vico, a function room with its own bar, seating areas, storage, and service facilities. The pub also features a courtyard terrace fronting onto Dalkey’s Castle Street. The owners bought the 1950s-built house 25 years ago and renovated it extensively, adding a large extension to the rear of the house that now expands to 225sq m (2422sq ft). The house is set well back from the quiet road, with a front garden that is in lawn with shrubs and ample car parking. The house faces south, so the entrance hall is bright and warm with a study on the right painted in Charleston Gray by Farrow & Ball. This room that leads in to the kitchen would work equally well as a den or playroom. On the left, through part-glazed doors, is the sittingroom. It is a long room with oak flooring underfoot. There’s no fireplace, which contributes to the healthy Ber rating of C1, and double doors from here open into the kitchen, livingroom and diningroom. A rocking horse has, after a lifetime in rooms all over the house, come to rest in the sittingroom. The large, bright modern kitchen and living area were part of an extension built by the owners a couple of years after they moved in. It is lit from above by multiple Velux windows and has three entrances – from the study, the hall and the sittingroom – making it great for parties. There’s an abundance of space for a living area clustered around a TV, a long oak dining table, and the kitchen, which begins with an island painted in Brassica by Farrow & Ball – a soft purple echoed in the tiling behind the hob. The quartz-topped island curves at its end, in the same finish as the countertops. Although the kitchen is more than 20 years old, everything still looks very fresh. There’s a utility room off the kitchen and a small guest loo that new owners will probably want to update. Double doors under a triangular apex open on to a wide, raised patio with steps leading down to the garden. The back of the garden is bordered by tall, mature trees, including a tall pine and an oak planted by the family when they first moved in; it’s private and not overlooked. There’s a basement under the raised patio that would be a handy storage space. Back in the house, newly carpeted stairs split at their top, leading to the five bedrooms. Another Velux window has been installed on the landing, and a couch sits snugly in the space underneath it. An en-suite bedroom sits to the back of the house along with the main bathroom. The main bedroom to the front of the house is lovely, with a pretty blue wallpaper and a dual aspect. Using the adjacent bedroom for a dressingroom and en suite – as there’s already a door between them – may make sense for new owners as there’s more than enough room in the other bedrooms to lose one for a bit of luxury. With the owners now downsizing, the location of 17 Ard Mhuire Park should prove attractive to prospective owners, with Killiney Hill just up the road, Killiney beach and the Vico bathing spot within walking distance, along with Dalkey village and its bars, shops and restaurants. Miriam Mulcahy, a contributor to The Irish Times, writes about property owned by actor and entrepreneur Gary Whelan is being represented by joint estate agents BDM Property and John Younge Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open You are visiting us because we have something you value Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism An account is an optional way to support the work we do. Find out more. DART SERVICES BETWEEN Dalkey and Bray have been suspended this morning after vandalism damaged overhead lines. Southbound services will terminate in Dalkey and operate back Northbound. In its latest update, at 11.39am, Irish Rail said that there will be knock-on delays elsewhere due to congestion caused. The vandalism also damaged the pantograph, the part that connects the train to the overhead line. Update: Services remain suspended between Dalkey-Bray in both directions until further notice due to vandalism damaging the overhead lines & pantograph. Southbound services will terminate in Dalkey & operate back Northbound. Knock-on delays can be expected due to congestion. AD To embed this post, copy the code below on your site Access to the comments facility has been disabled for this user Create an email alert based on the current article Most Jewish-American girls I know met their husbands on JDate.com or at Jewish summer camp I picked my husband up at pub in Times Square on St Patrick’s Day My friend Ellen was engaged to a bloke from Longford and she begged me to come I thought it was all green beer and plastic leprechaun hats .. Cut to (as we say in Hollywood): Fifteen Years Later I am happily married to a man from Co Meath I dream of also having Irish citizenship one day if you’re reading…) I devour Irish literature can happily subsist on a diet of sausage rolls and Bulmers and love to swim in the Irish Sea We even named our son after Cormac mac Airt (Thank you to the Irish mother-in-law for all those trips to Tara.) I count it as one of the greatest unexpected blessings in my life that I am Irish [ Israeli forces kill 72 across Gaza Strip and raid hospital, Palestinian officials sayOpens in new window ] who likes to say he married the first Jewish girl he ever met He loves Woody Allen movies and chopped liver – as G-d and the Torah command He even learned the very annotated version of our High Holiday prayers: “They tried to kill us My people really aren’t supposed to be eating sausage rolls but my point is our similarities vastly outweigh our differences I know that Irish solidarity with the Palestinian cause runs deep and I truly believe that most Irish people’s hearts are in the right place when Hamas committed the worst slaughter of Jews since the Holocaust we only ever considered it “bashert” – fate in Yiddish – that we had the great privilege of raising our son Irish and Jewish He speaks some Irish (big póg mo thóin fan) and Hebrew We went from browsing real estate listings in Dalkey as a form of self-care to browsing the social media feeds of Irish people we follow in abject horror [ Ireland’s reputation enhanced by stance on Gaza, says Mary RobinsonOpens in new window ] Would our Jewish-Irish family feel safe living in Ireland I know that Irish solidarity with the Palestinian cause runs deep and I truly believe that most Irish people’s hearts are in the right place When your heart aches for the loss of life in Gaza We say in Judaism that every life is a universe and that is as true for the child in Gaza as the child on the kibbutz But I know that anti-Semitism also runs deep Ireland has been called “the most anti-Semitic place in Europe” – not exactly a title to own alongside all those Eurovision wins I take Irish people at their word when they tell me they are not anti-Semitic, only anti-Israel. They often say they have nothing against Jews and then make the case that Israel doesn’t have a right to exist. At a rally in Dublin last year, Richard Boyd Barrett called Israel “a filthy colonial regime” that must be brought down this is a little like saying that you have nothing against the Irish you just think they have no ancestral right to live on the island of Ireland and should either be wiped-out by jihadists or go back to countries that murdered them in the past [ Israel ‘must be held accountable for bombing civilians’, says Tánaiste as Irish aid to Lebanon rises to €10mOpens in new window ] Ireland has been called ‘the most anti-Semitic place in Europe’ – not exactly a title to own alongside all those Eurovision wins There are only 2,193 Jews in Ireland, according to the 2022 census Like the old Jewish joke goes: There are always two synagogues One we attend and one we wouldn’t step foot in Why is it only when the Jewish state is involved that the Irish take to the streets [ Repeated Israeli strikes cause widespread destruction in Nabatieh, LebanonOpens in new window ] Look, I can’t solve the Middle East conflict or combat decades of anti-Israel sentiment. I have a small child currently cursing at me in Irish and a new season of Bad Sisters to watch. All I can say is that, everyday, our family prays that the suffering in the Middle East ends. That this fever lifts. That we can watch our children feed the ducks in St Stephen’s Green and see our similarities, rather than our differences. That we can go back to the way it was before… and just blame the British. Amy Chozick is a Los Angeles-based writer, showrunner and executive producer. A former New York Times journalist, she is the author of Chasing Hillary, which she adapted into the HBO Max series The Girls on the Bus Reposing Sunday March 30th in Quinn’s of Glasthule from 2pm-4pm. Removal Monday March 31st to the Church of the Assumption, Dalkey, arriving for 11.30am Funeral Mass which can be viewed online at http://www.churchservices.tv/dalkey followed by burial in Shanganagh Cemetery Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to the www.lauralynn.ie/donate or University Hospital, Tralee. “May her selfless, compassionate soul rest in peace” The US Senate has approved Dublin lawyer Gail Slater as the head of the antitrust division at the US department of justice Originally from Dalkey in South Dublin, Ms Slater previously served as a tech policy adviser to the first Trump administration Ms Slater, who was educated at University College Dublin was confirmed by the Senate on Tuesday with 78 votes in favour of the approval against a minority of 19 The 52-year-old had been advising US president Donald Trump’s transition team on antitrust and tech policy and is expected to take a tough stance on anticompetitive practices in the tech sector in her new role The division aims to promote economic competition and enforces laws against illegal monopolies and anticompetitive business behavior As head of the antitrust division, Ms Slater, who is also an Oxford University graduate, will head up several antitrust lawsuits, including two against Google, one of which alleges the search engine’s control of ad technology is anticompetitive. She will also oversee high-profile cases against Visa and Apple, with one against the latter arguing that the company maintains a monopoly over smartphones and its “exclusionary conduct” makes it more difficult for Americans to switch smartphones. On nominating Ms Slater for the position in December, Mr Trump said she would “ensure that [US] competition laws are enforced, both vigorously and fairly with clear rules that facilitate, rather than stifle, the ingenuity of our greatest companies”. Ms Slater, who was also previously an economic adviser to US vice president JD Vance, has vowed to vigorously enforce antitrust laws, with a particular focus on tech, healthcare and agriculture sectors. A dual Irish-US citizen, the Dublin native has been living in the US since 2003. Before joining the first Trump administration as a tech policy adviser on the White House’s national economic council, she was general counsel at the Internet Association, a trade body that represented Google and Facebook where she advised on legal and regulatory policy. She spent several years practicing antitrust law in private practice before working for 10 years at the US Federal Trade Commission, including as an adviser to former Democratic commissioner Julie Brill in Barack Obama’s administration. Ms Slater received letters of support from nine previous heads of the antitrust division, according to Chuck Grassley, a Republican senator for Iowa and chair of the Senate judiciary committee. “These men and women were appointed by presidents of both political parties and they wrote, ‘Ms. Slater has the experience, intelligence, judgement and leadership skills necessary to serve as an excellent Assistant Attorney General for the Antitrust Division’,” he said, prior to her approval. Mr Grassley said the divison would “flourish under Ms Slater’s strong leadership”. Jack White is a reporter for The Irish Times neighbours and her wonderful set of friends and Max Connolly (née Morgan) Geraldine (Convent Road Greatly missed by her beloved sister Renee Reposing Friday January 31st in Quinn's Funeral Home, Glasthule from 4pm until 6pm. Funeral Mass Saturday 1st February in the Church of the Assumption, Dalkey at 10am which can be viewed on www.churchservices.tv/dalkey followed by burial in Shanganagh Cemetery. The Queens pub in the heart of Dalkey village has announced its closure Sarah BurkeFri 10 Jan 2025 at 10:02Famous south Dublin pub, The Queens in Dalkey village, has announced it has officially closed its doors. The pub, with a history stretching back to 1745, is well-known for being frequented by stars such as Bono and Bruce Springsteen and is popular with locals and visitors alike. Announcing the news, the pub said: “We are closed, we would like to sincerely thank each of you for your incredible support. “To our team, customers, suppliers and friends – your loyalty, hard work and trust have meant the world to us.” The closure comes roughly three months after the pub was put back on the market, three years after being bought for €3.5m by hoteliers Ray Byrne and Eoin Doyle. Planning permission for an extension to the pub, to allow for a 30-bedroom guesthouse at the rear of the property, was approved earlier this year, despite opposition from local residents. The sale of the pub is expected to attract strong interest from a wide range of publicans, investors and potentially hoteliers interested in developing the guesthouse. The pub is being sold through joint agents JLL and Lisney at a guide price of €3.95m, with the agents describing The Queens as a “tourism focal point”. Several restaurants and licensed premises are located near the pub, with newsagents, bookmakers, pharmacies, butchers, and a supermarket nearby. They bought The Queens in 2021 from former owners, AIB CEO Tom Mulcahy and his wife June, who reportedly paid €7m for the property in 2003. The pub was operated by the couple until the Covid pandemic, which forced them to close. CamogieA short story from Dublin and Kilkenny – ‘We appreciate the tradition of the game but skorts are not fit for purpose’It’s the short story that has everyone talking. Michael Lewis will appear at Dalkey Book Festival. Photo: Getty You’ll often read about the fun, the prizes and the glamour of books. But what is the reality of writing for a living, and when can a writer drop everything else to pick up the pen? I’ll talk to four authors about these very questions at the Dalkey Book Festival, taking place June 12-15. The line-up is always superb: Michael ­Lewis, Elif Shafak, Steven Pinker and Lionel Shriver are all on the 2025 programme. Check out dalkeybookfestival.org. Daily word puzzles designed to test your vocabulary and lateral thinking skills. Steve Buscemi. Photo: Evan Agostini/Invision/AP Hollywood actor Steve Buscemi pictured in Dalkey on Saturday Jeff Bridges, aka 'The Dude', hangs out with Walter (John Goodman) and Donny (Steve Buscemi) in The Big Lebowski Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams in Netflix's 'Wednesday' Sarah BurkeMon 2 Sep 2024 at 11:58Hollywood star Steve Buscemi intervened after a “vicious fight” started outside a pub in Dalkey over the weekend. The 66-year-old actor, best known for his roles in movies such as Reservoir Dogs, Armageddon and The Big Lebowski, was spotted eating out at Bubba’s Fish Market in the south Dublin town on Saturday evening. The star is in Dublin for the filming of the new season of the Netflix hit, Wednesday, directed by Tim Burton and co-starring Jenna Ortega. One fellow diner told the Irish Independent that nobody in the restaurant had recognised the famous actor in their midst. “No one at my table recognised him except for me; I’m a huge movie buff, so I knew him straight away,” Oisín Heavey said. “We were having dinner, and he was at the table beside us for 90 minutes.” After the star finished his meal and left, Mr Heavey said his wife noticed a crowd gathering outside. “We could see there were loads of people outside, kind of looking up towards where he had gone, so we assumed he was spotted,” Mr Heavey said. “When we went outside, there was actually a very vicious fight going on, and that’s what everybody was looking at.” The fight had started on the street outside The Dalkey Duck pub, and they noticed Buscemi watching the altercation. “Steve Buscemi was kind of standing there completely unnoticed,” Mr Heavey said. “He was very close to it, but he held himself back from breaking it up. He stood over the guy on the ground for a few seconds, and the fight naturally broke up after that. “Some people said he broke up the fight, but he didn’t. He tried to help, which is more than most people would do.” The actor then left and went around the corner from where the fight had happened. “He was very nice, friendly, and engaging. He looked me in the eyes and talked to me properly,” Mr Heavey said. “I just wanted to say to him that it’s not a representation of Ireland and I hope he enjoys his trip.” Buscemi has been spotted in Dublin where he joined the cast of the latest season of the hit Netflix series, Wednesday. The show is relocating its production from Romania to Ireland for this season, and Buscemi will be making his debut as Barry Dort, the new principal of Nevermore Academy. A fee-paying school in south Dublin has discontinued an alpaca programme on its farm after one of the animals died and tested positive for tuberculosis (TB) Two veterinarians had previously warned the school against including alpacas in the farm a serious illness that mainly affects the lungs In October 2023, Castle Park School in Dalkey had announced two alpacas had arrived as part of a farm project in which children would learn about alpaca welfare and husbandry But in a communication to parents last December became unwell with a lung infection and had to be euthanised He said a postmortem examination would be carried out to identify the sickness and said updates would be provided to pupils’ families told parents they had received confirmation the alpaca tested positive for TB “The UCD vet, the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Public Health have all confirmed that the risk of further spread is extremely low, and that we have pre-emptively taken all recommended measures for safety and sanitation. They do not recommend any additional actions at this time,” the email said. Ms Ní Neachtáin confirmed eight staff members and all other farm animals were tested, all of whom returned negative results. Despite the educational benefits of having animals in the school, alpacas will not be returning to Castle Park She said the school has “thoroughly sanitised” all areas associated with the alpacas and a specialist external contractor completed a thorough spot disinfection, with additional disinfection of the farm area due to be carried out this weekend. “Public Health officials have assured us that these steps go above and beyond any actions they require us to take,” she said. Dr Lauren Popiolek, and Dr Joanna Potter, veterinarian surgeons, wrote to and met those in charge at the school on a number of occasions, from as early as December 2021 when planning was under way, stating TB was an “unavoidable risk factor for alpacas and unacceptable exposure for children”. “Ireland is endemic for TB, mostly because of badgers. Ireland and the UK are two countries who just haven’t eradicated it,” Dr Popiolek told The Irish Times. “The test for TB isn’t good enough when they’re [alpacas] carrying the disease because there is a one-in-three false negative rate.” The school conducted a risk assessment, acknowledging the risk of TB. As a result, it introduced mitigation measures such as the wearing of protective equipment such as gloves and wellies as well as informed consent. Following the death of the animal in December, the school announced there would be no more alpacas in the school. The other alpaca has been returned. Further to this, Ms Ní Neachtáin’s update said the school farm was “under review” by the senior management team and the board. An “update will become available in the coming weeks”. In a statement, the school board said the school had worked closely with the Departments of Health and Agriculture. It was sorry to lose the alpaca, and “despite the educational benefits of having animals in the school, alpacas will not be returning to Castle Park in the future”. Shauna Bowers is Health Correspondent of The Irish Times and Luke Keating lift the cup after the Dublin SFC final win over Kilmacud Crokes at Parnell Park Cuala manager Austin O'Malley celebrates after the game Con O’Callaghan of Cuala celebrates with his mother Ríonach Niall ScullyMon 21 Oct 2024 at 18:30Cuala hired a special Dart On the way they passed the chimneys of the Pigeon House The atmosphere was crackling in Parnell Park It was not the day to be travelling on the old Mail Boat to Holyhead It was a reminder of the conditions when Kilmacud won the All-Ireland in a Croke Park storm back in 1995 Children held on tight to their flags as they gave the teams a guard of honour when they emerged from the pavilion Dessie Farrell shook hands with Robbie Kelleher His father played minor football for Derry And working the ball as close to the hall door as possible A punt from distance was very likely to land on the first tee at Clontarf Golf Club Cuala hadn’t been involved in the big day since 1988 They settled so quickly as they attacked the scoreboard end Looking as comfortable as if they were in their carpet slippers watching the Sunday Game Cuala joint-captain James Power said he’d like to meet Usain Bolt It looked like Bolt had been training the team There was also a picture in the programme of Mick Holden and Mick Fitzsimons Crokes had to show the patience of a chess champion they sped up the field like the last tram for Dalkey Like a relay runner holding out their hand for the baton The standard was set by centre half-back Charlie McMorrow Bending it like Beckham for the first score of the day Cuala’s half-time dressing-room was smelling of sweet perfume But character is so much part of the Stillorgan DNA Rory O'Carroll is one of the most admired footballers in the city The excitement was bubbling like a witches’ brew at Halloween There were three points between them when Paul Mannion gathered the ball wide left Many felt the breeze had driven it off course But a Crokes voice in the stand shouted: “No Most would have thought that Kilmacud would be the most likely to push on But the Cuala choir just got louder and louder A feature of their play all during the campaign Winning the Dublin Senior Football Championship title with UCD in 2006 He played a vital role that night at a thronged Parnell Park as UCD pipped St Vincent’s by a point Dave Billings would commend his football philosophy Dave would have savoured the last couple of chapters here clipped over a couple of high-pressure kicks with that trusty left peg James Power stated that Colin Corkery is his favourite footballer Even the Leeside legend would have struggled to convert the kicks that Luke did it looked quite possible that it would end in a draw But Eoin Kennedy’s winning point will be framed forever on the pavements and the roof-tops of Hyde Road Keating’s free from a difficult angle on the right was batted away It was 0-14 to 1-10 when the final whistle blew Many thought of those who laid the first Cuala bricks “I’m sure Pete was looking down on him today,” declared Derek Dunne “We are all just so proud,” declared Peter Duffy who played splendidly alongside Peadar Ó Cofaigh Byrne at midfield It’s such a privilege to be a part of it,” added Peter as he was smothered in ‘well done’ embraces “I suppose you can rest up now for a few days.” “We’ll be back training hard for Leinster.” the Cuala hurlers provided many a picnic on the road Now the footballers will hope to do the same As James Power and Luke Keating lifted the trophy Joining the exclusive Dublin Hat-Trick Club Crokes have had some memorable years travelling all over the country the traffic was heading down the Malahide Road All were anxious to return to the coast for the homecoming Dan Finnegan with U2 frontman Bono in the famous Dalkey pub Bono leaves Finnegan’s after meeting Michelle Obama there for lunch in 2013 Dan Finnegan's pub is legendary for its famous clientele Niamh HoranSun 29 Sep 2024 at 03:30Dan Finnegan the legendary Dalkey publican and friend of U2 frontman Bono Bono had been friends with the publican for decades — and he said that Dan Daniel Finnegan left his entire estate to his wife Margaret according to the most recent company accounts Mr Finnegan made provisions so that all his shares in Dan Finnegan Ltd together with the business of Finnegan’s Sorrento Lounge 2 and 2a Sorrento Road (to include the residential portion) and part of 3 Sorrento Road Alan and Neil in the following shares: 70pc to Daniel 20pc to Alan and 10pc to Neil (who has a right to reside in the Sorrento Road residence for his lifetime) he also gifted the sum of €200,000 to his son Peter €100,000 to his son Neil and €200,000 to his daughter-in-law Ana Finnegan He also wanted to give his property in Spain to Donal CathyAnne and Ana in equal shares and a property in Cluny Park It is its own country with its own laws and customs the young Dan Finnegan emigrated to Canada where he spent more than a decade He opened a pub with his brother Peter beside Dublin’s Christ Church Cathedral and then in 1970 opened Finnegan’s in Dalkey which became legendary for its famous clientele Over the years the pub has welcomed Penelope Cruz Salman Rushdie and a host of other A-listers — but Dan remained completely unfazed by the star names he made world headlines when he hosted Michelle Obama and her daughters US Secret Service men and a throng of foreign journalists to the village Bono said: “Finnegan’s is not just my local “It is the domain of Dan Finnegan and his sons It’s a constitutional monarchy where Dan is its head of state and his sons run the government.” Dublin and late of Paddy Wagon) – February 18th 2025 (peacefully) surrounded by his family and in the excellent care of the staff of ICU at St He will be sadly missed by his brothers and sisters Roísín For those who are unable to attend the funeral but would like to offer their condolences, can do so on the notices section by clicking on this link www.patrickodonovanandsonfunerals.ie or on the condolence section below. Please Note: The link provided to live-stream the Funeral Service is managed by an independent streaming company. The Funeral Directors accepts NO responsibility for its functionality or interruption to a live transmission. in the kind care of the staff at St Vincent’s Private Hospital with her family at her side loving wife of the late Eamonn and loving mother of Kevin and Niall Reposing Monday (18 November) in Quinn’s of Glasthule, Co. Dublin A96EW88 from 4-6pm. Removal Tuesday (19 November) to the Church of the Assumption, Dalkey arriving for 10am Funeral Mass which can be viewed on http://www.churchservices.tv/dalkey. Reposing Tuesday (19 November) in Foley's Funeral Home Timoleague P72VK51 from 7pm to 8pm. Burial will take place on Wednesday (20 November) at Lislee Graveyard, Courtmacsherry, Co. Cork arriving for 12 noon. No flowers please. Donations, if desired, to Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind (guidedogs.ie). The 152 square metre detached new build in the heart of Dalkey has an A1 BER Na Fianna captain Donal Burke lifts the Tommy Moore Cup and Cuala captain James Power celebrates with the Andy Merrigan Cup after their sides' respective wins in the All-Ireland Senior Club Hurling and Football Championships at Croke Park in Dublin Photo by Ben McShane/Sportsfile and Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile Van Morrison knows the cobblestones of Dalkey “My Mama always told me there’ll be days like this.” will feature a number of culinary demonstrations and talks Dalkey Lobster Festival features a number of musical acts across the weekend Amy DonohoeFri 23 Aug 2024 at 13:21The Dalkey Lobster Festival returns to the picturesque coastal town in south Dublin this weekend There’ll be plenty of culinary indulgence across the two days there will be talks taking place at The Heritage Centre and other locations throughout the town Several chefs and Irish celebrities will take to the Lobster Village Kitchen including ex-Leinster and Ireland rugby star Fergus McFadden The festival charity beneficiary is the RNLI who celebrate 200 years of saving lives at sea this year Rugby legend and Dalkey local McFadden will be taking on chef Arun Kapil in a culinary challenge as they tackle a spicy lobster dish a semi-finalist on Channel 4’s Bake Off: The Professionals will also showcase the skills and creative flair that have made his bakeries a resounding success throughout Dublin He will be joined on stage for a chat by Virgin Media TV chef and children’s cookbook author Maria Harte who will share her own culinary insights Musical acts throughout the weekend include tribute band Musician and actor Flo McSweeney and former Eurovision winner Niamh Kavanagh will also be joining in The KidsZone area is there for anyone wanting a family day out with magicians where there will be a visit from RNLI mascot alongside heroic members of the RNLI to discuss their important work saving lives at sea Financial flavours with Newstalk Breakfast’s Ciara Kelly and Financial Planner Eoin McGee will whip up two delicious lobster dishes while dishing out a few financial planning tips ahead of back-to-school Udo Wittmann will be on hand to keep them both on track The Dalkey Lobster Festival takes place on August 24 and 25. For more details visit dalkeylobsterfestival.com single storey home enjoys a corner site at the end of a quiet cul de sac with mature gardens and 207 square metres of accommodation A special thank you to the medical teams at St James Hospital and the extraordinary staff of the Clayton Burlington Hotel, Dublin. A private funeral took place in Dublin on October 18th. Condolences honouring John may be left in the box below. Dublin) – November 23rd 2024 (suddenly) surrounded by her family and in the wonderful care of the staff at Blackrock Hospice Annmarie; dearly beloved partner of George Predeceased by her parents Breda and Michael and brother Robin neighbours and friends especially Catherine who has been so loving and loyal also her sons Andrew and Bobby No flowers please. Donations if desired to the Blackrock Hospice. To make a donation click on this link https://olh.ie or the ISPCA Wicklow to make a donation click on this link https://www.wicklowanimalwelfare.ie For those who are unable to attend the funeral but would like to offer their condolences, can do so on the notices section by clicking on this link www.patrickodonovanandsonfunerals.ie or on the condolence section below. Please Note: The link provided to live-stream the Funeral Mass is managed by an independent streaming company. The Funeral Directors accepts NO responsibility for its functionality or interruption to a live transmission. Emergency services were called to Dalkey in south Co Dublin late on Sunday night after a person suffered a fall at a disused quarry. The incident took place about 11pm and units of the National Ambulance Service, the Garda and the Coast Guard Helicopter attended the scene. A spokesman for the Coast Guard confirmed the Coast Guard Helicopter was dispatched to the quarry. However he said person who fell had not received life threatening injuries and the helicopter was stood down. The spokesman said as the operation was ongoing no further information would be available. The former quarry is a well known location for climbers.