Smithfield Horse Fair: A tradition which is part of the Smithfield culture
Horse owners, traders, and equestrians have once again gathered at Smithfield Square for their monthly horse fair, which is attended by people from across Dublin and well beyond. The event…
CSO’s crime release reveals Dublin had a large increase in robbery related crimes
The latest CSO figures for crime in Q3 of 2023 make for grim reading of the Dublin area. Figures released on the 25th of March show that Dublin had a…
Italian Quarter – Meet some of the businesses creating a slice of Italy in Dublin city centre
Behind Jervis Shopping Centre, in a small lane by the Quays, you’ll find Bloom Lane. Bloom Lane has been unofficially named ‘Italian Quarter’ due to an urbanisation project by Mick…
Review: The Lighthouse Cinema.
What’s the experience like in one of Smithfield best known venues? So, I’m going to let you in on a little secret…. I’m not from Dublin, and I don’t even…
Iveagh Market repairs to begin despite ongoing legal battle
The first stage of repairs to the historic Iveagh Gardens will be completed in the next few weeks, although it could take up to two years for the building to…
Skyview Tower – the old chimney with a view
In the heart of Smithfield, the Generator Skyview tower is a sight to behold. At a height of 60 metres the tower is one of Dublin’s tallest buildings. What makes…
Merchants Quay Ireland – respite from the ravages of life
Merchants Quay is a unique place in the centre of the city for people to go for a cup of tea, a chat or more. The Liberty is on a…
Vintage pop-ups connect to the environment
The younger generations continue to embrace ‘pre-loved’ clothes over fast-fashion brands. In the last few years, there has been an increase in the number of vintage pop-up shops in Dublin.…
St Patricks Day kicks off right at the heart of the city: Dublin 7
The Festival Quarter returned to Collins Barracks this year where the craic was found all day on the 16th and 17th of March. After last year’s festivities, the St. Patrick’s Festival…
Emerging Dublin Artist Fiach McGuinne: A talent to watch out for
Dublin”s own Fiach McGuinne’s muse is the urban landscape of this bustling city we know and love. McGuinne is inspired by his mother Geraldine O’Neill’s passion for art and the ever-evolving Dublin…
Local Libertine Market Crawl has ‘Celtic Fleadh’ theme
Taking place on the first Sunday of every month, the Libertine Market Crawl is a combination of a flea market and a pub crawl. Hosted by four Liberties pubs, the…
The Liberty Soup Run – the heart of Dublin city
The Liberty Soup Run has been a huge factor in helping people sleeping rough and people struggling with addiction for the last five years. From one man in a van…
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