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Cabra's Wild Park Was Once A Toxic Brownsite But It Is Now A Dog Walking Paradise

Cabra's Wild Park Was Once A Toxic Brownsite But It Is Now A Dog Walking Paradise

Discover how Dublin’s Mount Bernard Park extension at the Cabra Luas stop transformed a contaminated industrial brownfield site into a thriving, wild urban nature reserve. Learn about Dublin City Council's sustainable rewilding approach to inner-city biodiversity and why local dog walkers love the new trails.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Friday, 3rd July

Jeffrey Donaldson Mural By Spicebag

Jeffrey Donaldson Mural By Spicebag At Cross Guns Bridge In Dublin

A striking piece of satirical Irish street art by artist Spicebag (Adam Doyle) located near Cross Guns Bridge in Phibsborough, Dublin. The bold mural features controversial political commentary alongside the artist's signature skull motif, capturing the tension and raw energy of contemporary urban graffiti in Dublin.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Friday, 3rd July

Mohamed Belouizdad Mural

The Anti-Colonial And Algerian Connection - Mohamed Belouizdad

Discover the stories behind Dublin’s evolving urban art landscape with a look at the striking new political mural located at Ormond Place, just off Ormond Quay. Featuring a detailed portrait of historic Algerian nationalist leader Mohamed Belouizdad wearing a traditional Palestinian keffiyeh, this powerful piece of street art visually bridges mid-20th-century anti-colonial movements with contemporary international solidarity. Flanked by the flags of Algeria and Palestine, the mural highlights a shared history of resistance, making it a compelling subject for street photography and cultural exploration in the heart of Dublin city centre.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Thursday, 2nd July

Maynooth Railway Station And Nearby 29 June 2026

Maynooth Railway Station And Nearby 29 June 2026

Planning a trip to Maynooth? Read our commuter guide to Maynooth Train Station, the history of the Royal Canal harbour, and why you should choose direct trains from Connolly over the Broombridge interchange at night.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Wednesday, 1st July

St Mary's Church In Maynooth 29 June 2026

St Mary's Church In Maynooth 29 June 2026

Discover the history and architecture of St Mary's Catholic Church in Maynooth, County Kildare. Built in 1840 and expanded with a striking 120-foot spire by renowned architect J.J. McCarthy, this Gothic Revival parish church stands as a vibrant spiritual hub in a rapidly growing university town. Explore its unique historical foundation, architectural features, and the peaceful parish grotto.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Wednesday, 1st July