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  • Ellen
    Medfield, MA91 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    My review is consistent with experiences of other reviewers. It’s an interesting place to visit, but we were unable to see very much other than the walls of the castle and the chapel. It’s still very much a work in progress, but it’s free and you can walk along the grounds. There was very little open when we went except for the chapel. I would still suggest you just stop and take a look since it costs you nothing. Hopefully there will be more to come once restoration has occurred
    Written 15 April 2023
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  • rickcardo
    St. John's, Canada1,790 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A testament to the skill of the stone masons of youre that this is still standing tall,great to visit if you are in the area and the little town is so rustic great spot for a pint.
    Written 22 October 2018
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  • Sean b dublin
    Dublin, Ireland3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I'm a regular visitor to the park, along with my 6 year old Jack Russell. All year round and sheltered down in the valley itself, good walks and exercise machines along the upper walks. It's very easy to find you have done a 4 or 5 km walk without realising it !

    Highy recommend
    Written 16 February 2020
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  • Kelly M
    Dublin, Ireland2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    MY husband was feeling young again.
    This is absolutely gorgeous during summer time

    I definitely recommend, the good energies in the place
    Written 4 July 2023
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  • hjekin18
    Ballyhaunis, Ireland12 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Swords , Co Dublin , is approx 3 miles from Dublin Airport , and 8 miles from Dublin City Centre .

    St Colmcille lived here , and there is St. Colmcille's Well , which is now housed In a locked chamber. Reputed to be where Swords got its name when St. Colmcille blessed the well of clear water, 'Sord' being the Irish for 'clear or pure'.

    St. Columba's Church, Belfry & Round Tower

    St. Columba's Church and round tower
    The round tower is the surviving remnant of St. Colmcille's monastic settlement. The only remaining relic of the medieval church is its belfry, from c. 1300, which is open to the public in the summertime, when fine days afford the visitor a view of four counties from the tower's height. The original church is said to have fallen into ruin sometime in the seventeenth century. The new church of early Gothic style was built in 1811 on the foundations of the old. The Sexton's Lodge is also of architectural interest and was built in 1870. The body of Brian Boru was said to have been brought there in 1014 to be waked after the Battle of Clontarf, while on the way to be buried in Armagh. There os Sunday Service weekly at 10.00 . The church has a beautiful interior , sadly water damaged in some places . The stained glass window is breath-taking . If visiting in winter , wrap up well, as it is freezing . If you are interested in old churches , this is a must visit .

    Old Vicarage
    Dating from around 1730, the Old Vicarage is now an apartment complex with part of original building retained.
    Written 1 February 2020
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  • Yvonne C
    8 contributions
    2.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is my 3rd time to visit. Ye kids love it but as a parent I am seriously starting to dread it.

    Waited ages and paid a fortune for muffins only for burg of them to be stale. Every time I come the queue for teas and coffees takes about 15 mins. There’s no need for it.

    Also, the waiver computers on the way in are regularly not working. This slows the whole entry process down.

    Like others say, kids love it but it could be a lot better.
    Written 22 September 2018
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  • Margot W
    Toronto, Canada19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Travelled to Ireland for vacation with our daughters. They had an event and we decided we wanted to golf. Easy to book a tee time via the internet. The course was very accessible by bus. We used rented clubs and played 18. I had forgotten my glove but a patron Jimmy the bus driver gave me his glove (almost) brand new and a bunch of tees. The cost to play 18 with rented clubs was very reasonable.
    Written 13 November 2022
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  • MrsWYN-R
    North Yorkshire, UK3,025 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A typical modern shopping centre. Very popular and busy particularly on a Saturday. Plenty of shops, places for coffee and restaurants. Clean and bright. Note - No Marks and Spencers?
    Written 5 July 2023
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  • Gary W
    Richmond, Australia885 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great place to have a drink and watch football. There are several bars to choose from and the service is efficient and friendly. Music is played on alternate weekends.
    Prices are reasonable and there is generally parking nearby. Atmosphere is excellent.
    Food not served.
    Written 14 August 2023
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  • Breda M
    Wexford, Ireland34 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We dined here yesterday following the funeral service of the late Mary O Halloran. About 50 in the group. I was hugely impressed by the service, friendliness and quality of the food. Its as good as most 4 star restaurants.The lady president Martine Dennehan who would not have known anyone at our table came over to us and spent some time chatting. A lovely gesture, well done Martine. I attended a wedding reception here 40 years ago and it is great to see that the same high standards still apply today. Many thanks.
    Written 5 February 2020
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  • Bellarus
    Moncton, Canada89 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I visited with my parents as we had loved our last visit. We had their steak deal which was €25 for 2 steak dinners and 2 glasses of wine. They came with a side of chips. We also ordered onion rings to share that were delicious and my daughter ordered wings that she loved. The waitress told my mother to order 1/2 plate of the roast and good thing she did! It was still large. My mother enjoyed the roast! My father had salmon and enjoyed it as well. My daughter had the pizza and it was not great. It was the only thing we didn’t enjoy. My daughter finished off with their death by chocolate and was a big fan! Enjoyed our dinner!
    Written 27 June 2019
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  • Kennygirl82
    Dublin, Ireland8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had such a lovely day in Roganstown today. Lovely tasty lunch in the bar.. followed by a massage and facial using Elemis products which are divine! One if my favorite things is that after having your treatments you can opt for a blowdry before heading home or on your night out. Feeling great, would highly recommend :)
    Written 24 August 2019
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