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The HMS Portisham As It Was In September 2024
Following the legal and maintenance issues in Balbriggan, the vessel was relocated further south and was towed into Arklow Harbour in late 2024. According to locals the owner ran into difficulties while relocating to Arklow and began to take on water. After being towed into the harbour the boat was seized and destroyed - apparently this is nothing more than a local legend,
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Wednesday, 24th June
Church Avenue To Beechwood Tram Stop
Join me for a walk from Upper Rathmines to the Beechwood Luas stop. We explore the Victorian history of Church Avenue and Dunville Avenue, reflect on the legacy of local landmarks, and discuss the current pressures facing Dublin’s public transport infrastructure as the city continues to grow.
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Monday, 22nd June
Church Of The Holy Trinity In Rathmines 21 June 2026
Discover the history of the Church of the Holy Trinity in Rathmines, a landmark architectural gem designed by John Semple. Explore its origins dating to 1828, its modern community-focused transformation, and how this vibrant parish continues to serve the local Dublin 6 area today.
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Monday, 22nd June
The Origin And History Of Cowper Road
Trace the fascinating history of Cowper Road in Rathmines, Dublin 6. From its origins on the 17th-century battlefield of 'The Bloody Fields' to the iconic Victorian architecture of the Mageough Home, explore the highlights and side roads of this premier Dublin avenue.
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Sunday, 21st June
The Thomas O'Leary Memorial
Discover the history behind the monument to Captain Thomas O’Leary (Tomás Ó Laoghaire) on the old Tranquilla Convent wall on Upper Rathmines Road, Dublin, which was completely replaced in March 2018.
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Sunday, 21st June
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