Best pint of Guinness in the Liberties
John Fallon’s, otherwise known as The Capstan Bar holds the reputation for the best pint of Guinness in the Liberties. Fallon’s is located on a corner fronting Dean Street and…
It’s beginning to look a lot like …
Katie Walsh takes a look at Dublin’s Christmas Markets. It’s that time of year again when shopping, food and festive fun are top priority for the whole family. Heading into…
An interview with Suzanne Behan, the granddaughter of the ’50 Francis Street Photographer’
The Liberties is constantly evolving. From idyllic green spaces to luxurious student abodes, the battle to harmonise the traditional with the contemporary is ongoing. But it is the people of…
Raise the Roof with Saint Patrick’s Cathedral
Stroll through The Liberties so you can enjoy the sights and architecture that stay true to its history and the overall feel of the community. Standing tall after nearly 800…
A Look at Camden Street’s newest bar
Although The Commitments is twenty six years old, Jimmy Rabbitte’s pub on Camden Street is an easy place to imagine where the crew of Roddy Doyle’s classic Dublin creation might…
Behind the street art at the Liberties’ heart
Passing through the Liberties, it’s impossible to miss the range of vivid street art snaking throughout the walls of its various active and derelict buildings. While the National College of…
Who wins the title of Liberties Best Burrito?
A question I’ve never asked myself is, “Who makes the best one?” Until now. For purely scientific purposes, I visited a selection of the most popular Mexican joints in the…
New park coming soon to the Liberties
The Liberties area of Dublin is set for a green facelift with a new park to be built in the city next year. Weaver Park, as it will be…
Get out those running shoes, the Dublin Marathon is coming
The Dublin Marathon will take place on the upcoming Bank Holiday Monday, October 26 and will cover parts of the Liberties. The event, whose main sponsor is SSE Airtricity, was…
Take me to Church
St Patrick’s Cathedral has launched a new ‘discovery space’. Funded by Fáilte Ireland, it’s interactive fun for all ages, featuring the building’s history and a large jigsaw of one…
Peaches and Dreams
On May 14th, 15th and 16th Temple Bar Gallery will give an inside peek into the minds of the Irish public as the ‘Peachy’ art exhibition displays artworks inspired by…
Oldest Gent in the Liberty Market
[tribulant_slideshow gallery_id=”2″] Ninety-four year old Harry is not only the oldest stall owner but is also the first trader to book a stall in The Liberty Markets. He has been…
Socialise
