Goldenbridge Cemetery Tour

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Goldenbridge Cemetery, Thursday 20th February - Thursday 27th February

Goldenbridge Cemetery is Ireland's first garden cemetery and was founded by ‘the Liberator’ Daniel O’Connell almost 200 years ago.

Visitors will be guided through this unspoilt cemetery and learn about its unique history, including the vaults, the armed guards, the Cuban bloodhounds, the body snatchers and the people buried in the historically significant and interesting graves within its walls.

You will hear the stories of two former Taoisigh and their family member Vol. Thomas Burke killed in action in the Easter Rebellion. A new stone has been erected over Eugene Lynch killed by in 1916, aged eight years. We will visit the resting place of a rebel priest of 1798 and Doctor Bob Kenny who befriended Parnell and James Joyce.

“A hidden gem … a peaceful resting place full of history” – Tripadvisor review

Please note, the tour through the Garden Cemetery takes place on uneven terrain and paths and we ask all visitors to wear sturdy footwear and please follow the guides instructions and directions at all times. This is an outdoor experience so please dress for all weathers. Whilst walking tours are a safe and enjoyable experience, in order to ensure social distancing, our group size is limited.

The meeting point is at Richmond Barracks.


Date:
Thursday 20th February - Thursday 27th February
Time:
1.00pm
Price:
€6 - €10
Address:
Goldenbridge Cemetery, Inchicore, Dublin, Ireland

Google Map of Goldenbridge Cemetery, Inchicore, Dublin, Ireland

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