AUGUST 2024 VISIT

Maynooth University, unusually for a university, has its own cemetery known as St. Patrick's Cemetery. The cemetery has a number of features characteristic of…

"Freedom" is an abstract sculpture crafted from stainless steel. Its towering height and reflective surface make it a striking presence on the university…

Leinster Street, also known as Canal Place, is a significant 18th-century street in Maynooth. It runs south from Main Street towards Maynooth Harbour and the…

Built in the early 13th century, the castle quickly became a stronghold for the FitzGerald dynasty, the Earls of Kildare, one of the most powerful families in…

There appears to be no connection between Geraldine Hall, now a Scout Hall, and the green metal hut that once housed various community groups. They are two…

The proximity of the train station to the Royal Canal offers passengers picturesque views and opportunities for leisurely walks or cycling along the towpath.…

The church's design, typical of the period, features an ornate and elaborate facade contrasting with the simpler treatment of the remaining walls. This…

Meadowbrook Stream, known locally as Taghadoe or more intriguingly, Joan Slade, winds its way along Parson Street in Maynooth, weaving a narrative rich in…

The memorial sculpture honouring Patrick Corish in the college gardens of St. Patrick's College, Maynooth, is a unique and evocative tribute to his legacy as a…

ronze statue of pope John Paul II embracing two kneeling children, based on a photograph taken during the Pope's visit in 1980.

The South Campus of Maynooth University, steeped in history and natural beauty, offers a tranquil escape from the bustling town centre.

St. Mary's Church of Ireland, situated on Parson Street in Maynooth, stands as a testament to the town's rich history and religious heritage.

I have seen the garden referred to as the "junior garden" and the "junior house gardens" and I do know which is correct.

Looks like someone needs to go back to Sunday school for a spelling lesson! Perhaps the sign writer was distracted by the heavenly views at St. Mary's Church in…