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Stillorgan, Co. Dublin

Stillorgan (Stigh Lorcáin, previously Tigh Lorcáin or Teach Lorcáin in Irish), formerly a village in its own right, is a suburban area in southern Dublin. It was named after an old chieftan called Lorcan, what may have been his burial chamber was found in the area in 1716. The area is now part of the conurbation that is Greater Dublin, and is home to many housing estates, shops and other facilities.

One of the most prominent architectural features is the large 18th century obelisk designed by Edward Lovett Pearce for the second Viscount Allen.

Gardens

Knockrose Garden

Dublin 18, Dublin City

Knockrose is situated 500 feet above sea level nestling on the shoulder of The Scalp, a geological feature formed by the melting waters of a glacier. Tom and Trish Farrell are the owners and custodians of this beautifully cultivated unique garden ...

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Golf

Grange Golf Club

Dublin 16, Dublin City
Course Type: Parkland

Grange is a mature parkland course set in the foothills of the Dublin mountains. The course is ranked by Golf Digest Magazine as the best parkland course in Dublin and amongst the best in Ireland. The Club was founded on the 9th May 1910 and ...

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Self Catering

The Cottage

A 200 year old cottage on a farm high in the Dublin Mountains, with dramatic views over the city and bay, beautifully restored to provide a relaxing alternative to big city bustle.

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What's On

Malahide Farmers Market - County Dublin - Saturdays

Malahide Village Green, County Dublin

Saturdays 10am - 5pm

Contact

Andy O'Reilly, 087 283 7633

Andre Jenkinson, 087 901 7693

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Tourist Attractions

Dublin Castle

Dublin 2, Dublin City

Up until 1922 Dublin Castle was the seat of British rule in Ireland. Originally built in the 13th century on a site previously settled by the Viking most of it dates from the 18th century, though a castle has stood on the site since the days of K ...

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Wedding Venues

The Merrion Hotel

Dublin 2, Dublin City

Just off Dublin’s finest Georgian square, the period elegance of this fine hotel provides a stunning setting for wedding celebrations. The Merrion has been created from four restored Georgian townhouses and, although wedding blessings are n ...

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