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Malahide Historical Society Winter 2011 / Spring 2012 Lectures

11 Nov

The Malahide Historical Society recently contacted us with their full listings for their Lecture Programme for Winter 2011 and Spring 2012. All talks take place in the Presbyterian Church Hall on the Dublin Road at 8 pm. Please note that while limited parking is available in the grounds there is ample parking across the road in the Castle Bridgefield public car park.


14th December, 8pm, Presbyterian Church Hall: Nora Connolly thoroughly researches female characters, fictional and actual, and tells their stories, dressed in the appropriate costume. Literally a step back in history to the times of her characters presented with humour and sensitivity.

11th January, 8pm, Presbyterian Church Hall: Martello Towers in Fingal by Rory McKenna, Local Historian from Balbriggan. Their construction, armament and manning. Coinciding with exhibition in Malahide Library.

8th February, 8pm, Presbyterian Church Hall: Maritime Guinness by Dr. Edward Bourke, Diver and Maritime Historian. The Ships, Yachts and Barges of the Guinness Dynasty.

7th March, 8pm, Presbyterian Church Hall: The Plunkett Family of Portmarnock House by Garry Ahern, a Portmarnock resident (who has been researching the history of the area). The talk traces the Plunkett family presence in Portmarnock House from the late 17th to the mid-20th Century.

11th April, 8pm, Presbyterian Church Hall: Intimidation, Coercion and the Irish Revolution 1917-1921 by Brian Hughes, a PhD student at Trinity College. His presentation is on the intimidation of the RIC, their families and suppliers, by the IRA during the revolution.

9th May, 8pm, Presbyterian Church Hall: To be arranged.

For more information visit: http://www.malahideheritage.com/

Any future for the Casino?

8 Jun

The unsightly hoardings have been taken down and the original house at Casino can be seen again.  However it was only after Fingal County Council commenced legal proceedings against its owner, Gannon Homes, that some action was taken.

http://www.enjoymalahide.comFor several years locals have been concerned about the deterioration of the house, which has been vacant since 2000.  Concern’s have been expressed continuously to Fingal County Council and organisations such as An Taisce, Dublin Tourism and the Heritage Council.  We remain concerned that unless radical action is taken Casino will fall into complete disrepair, making it uneconomical to restore or, at worst, – as has happened to similar properties elsewhere, – it will be destroyed by vandalism or fire.

But what can be done?  The building is now effectively owned by NAMA since the bank loans of Gannon Homes were transferred to that agency.  Permission had been granted to convert the house for use as a restaurant but the present economic climate rules out that use. Nor are there any state funds available to restore the house to its original condition.

Is there any purpose to which this jewel of a building could be put for the people and community of Malahide?  Almost 40 years ago the bold and enlightened decision was taken to acquire Malahide Castle and its grounds from the Talbot family.  It was an investment that has yielded extraordinary benefits to the community.

Could a similar but much smaller investment be made to safeguard Casino if a purpose for it could be identified?  Without an appropriate combination of purpose and finance it is inevitable that Casino will disappear from the Malahide landscape – and sooner rather than later!

Source: The Malahide Guardian Newsletter. May 2011/Issue 32


                    


                    


                    	

                    	


                    


                


			
                
                


                    
Fleadh Átha Claith 2011, May 3rd – 8th


                    
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Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann has been promoting Irish traditional music, song and dance throughout Ireland through a network of Branches and County Boards who promote classes, sessions, céilithe and workshops. This year Comhaltas is celebrating 60 years since its’ foundation and throughout the year they will be running events to mark this special anniversary.


Dublin County Board CCE will be hosting the Dublin Fleadh in May 2011 in Malahide. Events for the fleadh will be held in venues in Malahide commencing on Tuesday 3rd May and conclude with a céilí on Sunday night 8th May.


Competitions in music and song will be held in Pobal Scoil Íosa (Malahide Community School) on Saturday and Sunday, 7th and 8th May, commencing at 10.00 am each day.




PROGRAMME OF EVENTS


TUESDAY 3rd May: Official opening of the fleadh in Oscar Taylor’s with a special presentation and opening address followed by a finger buffet provided by Oscar Taylor’s and an open Session.


WEDNESDAY 4th May: Céilí and Set Dancing competitions with Sean-Nós and Figure Dancing entertainment in Phobal Scoil Iosa Malahide Community School.


THURSDAY 5th May: Uilleann Piping Recital downstairs in St Sylvester’s GAA Club commencing at 9.00 pm.


FRIDAY 6th May: Youth Seisiún upstairs in St Sylvester’s GAA Club from 7.30pm


SATURDAY 7th May:  Céilí Band and Grupaí Cheoil competitions in Pobal Scoil Íosa, Malahide from 10.00am. Session for 13 to 18 years olds from 5.00pm to 8.00pm in Oscar Taylor’s. Singing Session downstairs in St Sylvester’s GAA Club at 9.00pm


Singing Session downstairs in St Sylvester’s GAA Club at 9.00pm


SUNDAY 8th May: Solo, duet and trio competitions in Pobal Scoil Íosa from 10.00am. Informal young adult session in Gibney’s from 12.30pm


Fleadh Céilí in Naomh Mearnóg GAA Club 8.30pm – 1130.pm


For information on events in Malahide visit: http://www.enjoymalahide.com/home/events.html


For more information visit www.comhaltas.ie




                    


                    


                    	

                    	


                    


                


			
                
                


                    
Fingal Heritage Plan 2011-2017


                    
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Fingal County Heritage Officer Gerry Clabby invites you to attend a public meeting ( one of four in the county)  on:


Thursday 31st March 2011 in Malahide Yacht Club,  St. James’s Terrace at 7.30pm.


Fingal County Council is preparing the second Heritage Plan for Fingal. The Heritage Plan will deal with all aspects of our natural and cultural heritage. This includes landscapes, flora, fauna, wildlife, archaeology, architectural heritage, local history and folklore.


    

  • Can you help us to identify heritage issues and needs at local level?
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  • Can you suggest ways in which we can address these?
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The following questions may assist you in making a submission or taking part in the public meeting mentioned above:


    

  • What can we all do to take better care of our heritage?
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  • How can local people become more involved in caring for and managing local heritage?
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  • How can Fingal County Council and other public bodies improve heritage services in Fingal?
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  • How can we promote Fingal’s heritage to a wider audience?
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  • How can we make it easier for people to enjoy Fingal’s heritage?
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Alternatively, you can make a written submission. Please email  heritage@fingalcoco.ie or send your submission to the Heritage Officer, Fingal County Council, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin.


Submissions must be received by close of business on Friday 22nd April 2011.



                    


                    


                    	

                    	


                    


                


			
                
                


                    
Detailed Account of the History, Architecture and Land of Malahide Castle and its Demesne


                    
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This assessment of the special character of the Malahide Demesne Architectural Conservation Area was prepared in September 2008 by Lotts Architecture and Urbanism. The study was commissioned by Fingal County Council and its progress was guided by Helena Bergin, Conservation Officer and Fionnuala May, Senior Architect. The statement of character follows the format devised by the Conservation Office of Fingal County Council for other ACAs in the county.


The document contains a detailed account of the location, history and architecture of Malahide Castle and its lands since its construction and up to present day, with images and maps too.


To read this informative and intriguing downloadable PDF click here: http://www.fingalcoco.ie/Planning/ConservationHeritage/ArchitecturalConservationAreas/ACAStatementsofCharacter/publications,22186,en.pdf



                    


                    


                    	

                    	


                    


                


			
			
		


        
    



	
	











	
	

	

			
	

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