Looking to get the most out of your time in Dublin? There is no better way to see the city up close than on your own two feet with an expert local guide. Pat Liddy’s walking tours offer a relaxed approach to touring but the passion our guides feel for the city is palpable right…
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The Church | What Lies Beneath | The Burial Crypts at St. Mary’s
The Burial Crypts at St. Mary’s Church Feeling brave? Venture to the basement of The Church Bar & visit the site of the original burial crypts of St. Marys, that used to house the remains of 32 skeletons. During the deconsecration of The Church, 6 separate crypts needed to be excavated, huge Stone slabs surrounding…
The Church | Renatus Harris | Master Organ Maker
Perhaps the most engaging and aesthetically pleasing aspect of the Church Restaurant and Bar is the massive organ that resides front and center on the second story of the building and rises straight up for over another 6 meters. Constructed by Renatus Harris (an English master organ builder), the organ is not currently operational but continues to serve as a humble reminder of how the origins of the Church building were centered around music and its relation to God and worship. The organ located in the Church fell into disrepair in the 18th century, but some parts were used to repair other organs in the area, which puts the current renovation costs to make the piece operational at around 200,000 euro.
Harris was born in 1652 and grew up in France as the son and grandson of skillful organ makers. When he grew up and learned the trade himself, Harris was instructed to build a new organ at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in 1695. Within 2 years, he finished the project, and with only a week break, he started the construction of another brand new organ in May 1697, this time for Christ Church Cathedral. It was a lucky break that Ireland received the talents of Harris, as his father had to leave England because of the Puritan presence in the church and their banning of organ music. Before he died, Harris had completed 39 different organs. To view the full list of all his organ creations around Dublin, feel free to visit the Dublin Music Trade.
The Church | Lord Norbury the Hanging Judge
John Toler, 1st Earl of Norbury PC, KC (3 December 1745 – 27 July 1831), known as The Lord Norbury between 1800 and 1827, was an Irish lawyer, politician and judge. A greatly controversial figure in his time, and was considered to be one of the most corrupt legal figures in Irish history. He was…
National Poetry Day Ireland
Thursday May 2nd Mark’s National Poetry Day in Ireland There’s a great selection of events on run by Poetry Ireland, The theme for this years event is: Truth or Dare. Whether you share a poem, read a poem, or programme your own event, everyone is invited to join in and celebrate. Find Out More from…
Partnership of The Month: Viking Splash Tours
What better way to experience all that Dublin has to offer than to take to the streets and canals via Viking Splash Tours. Top of your experience and finish your evening at one of Dublin’s most historic restaurants, the Church Bar and Restaurant. In just a 75 minute tour, not only will you feel more…
Rachel Allen at The Church | Restaurant Takeover
Rachel Allen takeover at The Church in association with TheTaste.ie and Dublin Town Food & Drinks Festival. Join us at The Gallery Restaurant at The Church on Monday October 15th as we welcome one of Ireland’s most celebrated chefs, Rachel Allen into our Kitchen, as part of Dublin Town Food & Drinks Festival 2018. Rachel…
Christmas At The Church
Impress your guests this Christmas… Christmas time is magical here at the Church, we take great pride in decorating our beautiful nave, which adds to to the festive feel, while shoppers trail in all day, and merry Christmas Party goers remain with us all night, it’s our favorite time of the year! Due to popular…
Did you know? | Arthur Guinness & Olivia Whitmore
Did you know? Arthur Guinness & Olivia Whitmore Arthur Guinness was Born on the 28th of September 1725 to Richard and Elizabeth Guinness. His Father Richard worked as an agent for the cleric Dr. Arthur Price, A Church of Ireland Archbishop. Dr. Price died in 1752 bequeathing £100 each to Richard and the then 27-year-old Arthur…
World Gin Day, June 9th 2018
World Gin Day 2018 Gin lovers rejoice as World Gin Day is Celebrated this Saturday 9 June 2018! Join us for a World Gin Day this Saturday as we celebrate all things Gin! Try our Monthly Special Gin of the Month €9.95 -CUCUMBER, MINT & GRAPEFRUIT HENDRICKS– The beloved Hendricks Gin served with pink grapefruit tonic and cucumber/mint infused syrup makes this the drink to quench all thirsts this summer. No other gin taste like Hendrick’s because no other gin is made…