Dalkey
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A visit to the award-winning Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre is a must. Within
the Centre, explore Goat Castle with its murder hole, bartizan, garderobe and
machicolation. Marvel at the panoramic views from the battlements. View
models of Medieval Dalkey, the Atmospheric and Funicular railways and the
much-loved trams. Explore the folklore, customs and literary history of Dalkey.
Experience the tranquility of the 10th Century St. Begnet’s Church and
Graveyard. See the Exhibition of James Joyce’s Dalkey connections: Chapter
Two of ‘Ulysses’ is set in Dalkey. Living History Re-Enactments take place on
selected days. Literary Walks to the settings in the work of local writers, such
as Hugh Leonard, James Joyce and Flann O’Brien, may be booked in advance
(minimum number required). Historical Walks begin from the Heritage Centre
on selected days. Hear the history of the castle, the island, the ancient port and
the town (minimum number of 8 required).

CATEGORY: Medieval Town

HERITAGE CENTRE: Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre
ADDRESS: Castle Street, Dalkey, Co. Dublin
TEL: 01-285 8366
FAX: 01-284 3141
EMAIL: diht@indigo.ie
WEBSITE: www.dalkeycastle.com

LOCATION: South of Dun Laoghaire, on east coast

SEASON: All Year, excluding Christmas

OPENING TIMES: Mon-Fri: 09.30-17.00 Sat-Sun & BHols: 11.00-17.00

CONTACT: Margaret Dunne

EDUCATION PACK: Theatrical animation / living history re-enactments for schools
ENTRANCE FEES: Adult: €6.00 / Concession: €5.00 Child: €4.00 / Family: €16.00

TOWN AMENITIES

ANGLING: At Coliemore and Bulloch Harbours and sea fishing at Dalkey Island

BEACH: Sandycove and Killiney beaches close

BIRD WATCHING: At Coliemore Harbour

CYCLING: Cycles can be hired at UCD Belfield

GARDENS: Dillon’s Park, Sorrento Park, Dalkey Hill, Cat’s Ladder, People’s Park for amazing
flower gardens

GOLF: Dun Laoghaire and Killiney Golf Clubs

GUIDED TOURS: Heritage / Historical Walks of Dalkey.
Duration: 90-160 minutes, Max No: 12
Guided tour of Heritage Centre. Duration: 40 minutes. Languages: French and Spanish, by request only

HORSE RIDING: No

MOUNTAIN CLIMBING: At Dalkey Quarry

OTHER ATTRACTIONS: Dalkey has bistros, bars, cafés, coffee shops and hostelries galore

WALKING: Guided Historical and Literary Walks from Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre

SWIMMING: Blue Pool, Monkstown; Fitzpatrick’s Castle; Crunch Fitness Centre, Dun Laoghaire;
Rochestown Lodge Hotel.