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Dublin Branch Guided Tour

To All RMA Members

June  Event:

I N V I T A T I O N

Glasnevin Cemetery

The Irish History Tour

Tuesday 3rd June at 11:00am sharp

Starting Point – Museum Entrance

Eircode D11 XA32

Group rate €12 euro

Duration 90min.

An area will be reserved for those who wish to avail of lunch in

The Tower Cafe in the Museum after the tour.

The Irish History Tour is always extremely popular with visitors and will give you a unique perspective on how Glasnevin Cemetery bore witness to key events such as the 1916 Rising, The War of Independence and the Civil War. You will also hear stories of the lives of some of the almost 1.5 million less well-known people who have their final resting place in Glasnevin. Explore the stunning grounds of Ireland’s National Cemetery while our expert Tour Guides share the fascinating stories of iconic figures from Irish history who have been laid to rest here.

Additional information link -  https://www.dctrust.ie/experience-glasnevin/home.html

After the CemeteryTour, and refreshments if necessary, you can visit the Botanic Gardens via the pedestrian gateway linking the Cemetery grounds and the Botanic Gardens. Note, there is no admission charge to the gardens.

How to get there:

For the 11am tour It is recommended you arrive at 10:45 at the latest

Dublin Bus Routes 140 & 40 from Upper O’Connell St.

There is car parking for up to 30 cars at the Cemetery

A €2 charge applies, parking attendant on duty to assist

See map link: Glasnevin Cemetery Car Park

Booking etc:

To book text  to Eamonn 086 8703323. You are welcome to invite a companion to come along.

Indicate if you wish to be included in the reserved area for lunch.

Tour organiser, -  Daithí Mac an Aircinn. Ag tnúth le bualadh libh.

Chairperson                  Kevin O'Farrell

Acting Joint Sec.      Eamonn Kerrigan