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“DEAD INTERESTING”
TOUR AT GLASNEVIN
They will visit the graves and hear the
stories of little known figures such as:
t Maria Higgins, a woman who died
once yet was buried twice in Glasnevin;
t James ‘Skin the goat’ Fitzharris,
who drove the getaway vehicle for
the Phoenix Park Murders in 1882
(ironically the crime was planned in
Glasnevin Cemetery).
t Right-wing agitator Francis De Groot
who upstaged the 1932 opening of
the Sydney Harbour Bridge and sliced
through the ceremonial ribbon
t An Irish chaplain who witnessed
the liberation of Bergen Belsen
concentration camp;
t The last Irish winner of Wimbledon;
The vault that held secrets during the Irish War of Independence; Glasnevin is truly both
the guardian and storyteller for over 1.5 million people. Glasnevin’s mission strives to
showcase the fascinating stories, from the ordinary to the extraordinary, of those laid
to rest in the cemetery. Beautiful to stroll around or engage in a guided tour, there is an
enviable collection of statues and headstones from the simplest to the magnificently ornate,
including Daniel O’Connell’s crypt.
Celebrating history, heritage and culture join this intriguing journey through Ireland’s past.
The new tour of Glasnevin Cemetery will give an alternative view of the varied
heritage that Ireland’s largest cemetery holds and the history within its walls.
Visitors will learn of its sculpture, symbolism, architecture, art, sporting heroes,
horticulture, natural life and much more.
Special O er:
2 Star Hotel - 12 Rooms
Breffni Arms Hotel
The Breffni Arms Hotel is a family-run hotel
situated in the small town of Arvagh in
County Cavan. Only 90 minutes from Dublin
and Belfast along quiet county roads in the
heart of Ireland's Lakelands famous for its
fishing, golf courses, horse riding and leisure
walks. We offer very special rates for long
stay customers.
B&B from: €50.00 - €70.00
Main Street, Arvagh
Co. Cavan, H12 CP38
Closed: December 24 - December 26
+353-(0)49-433 5127
Eamonn & Philomena Gray
10% Discount when booking direct.
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Special O er:
2 Star Guesthouse - 9 Rooms
Keepers Arms
Located in Bawnboy, 6km from Ballyconnell,
30km from Cavan Town, 2 hours from both
Dublin & Belfast airports. Delicious home
cooking available, fully licensed bar, private
parking, family run & garden for visitors use.
Local attractions include Angling, ODD
Adventure Centre, UNESCO Geopark /
Marble Arch Caves & Cavan Burren, St
Mogue's island.
B&B from:€45.00 - €60.00
Bridge Street, Bawnboy
Co. Cavan, H14 YE24
Closed: December 23 - December 26
+353-(0)49-952 3318
Sheila McKiernan
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Special O er:
4 Star Hotel - 222 Rooms
Slieve Russell Hotel Golf &
Country Club
Set in 300 acres, the hotel includes, a world-
class spa, excellent conference & banqueting
facilities, renowned children's amenities
along with a magnificent leisure centre.
Enhancing the facilities is a superb 18-hole
championship golf course, 9-hole par 3
Academy course, driving range, & adventure
golf. It is also a superb wedding location.
B&B from:€65.00 - €98.00
Ballyconnell
Co. Cavan, H14 FE03
Open All Year
+353-(0)49-952 6444
Tony Walker
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