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Liffey Valley Trail
27 January 2023
The Mayor of Fingal Councillor Howard Mahony, launched the Liffey Valley Trail today at Shackleton Gardens in Clonsilla #LiffeyValleyTrail
Today, Friday 27th January 2023, Fingal County Council officially launched its new Liffey Valley Trail at the historic Shackleton Gardens in Clonsilla. The trail highlights 29 places of interest that feature a rich diversity of historical sites, visitor attractions, shopping and recreational activities that can be enjoyed in Dublin 15.
The trail, which was completed in 2022, stretches from Farmleigh in the Phoenix Park through the villages of Castleknock, Clonsilla, Blanchardstown and Mulhuddart and is aimed at promoting visits to the Dublin 15 area from both local and domestic visitors alike. With almost thirty places of interest featured, the trail boasts a rich diversity of historic sites, castles and gardens, visitor attractions, shopping and many recreational activities which are enjoyed in Dublin 15.
Draíocht is location 26 on the trail which is available in our foyer or online.
"We are thrilled to welcome this exciting new initiative which offers tourists, both locally and from outside Dublin, the opportunity to experience all that the wonderful Liffey Valley has to offer. From the peace and tranquillity of the Strawberry Beds to history, theatre, shopping, fine dining and a choice of golf courses all within twenty minutes of the city centre. Alongside this, the events series announced today at Shackleton Gardens will further help showcase the area and the hive of activity that is waiting to be explored." - Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Howard Mahony
"This initiative resulted from the excellent work of the local tourism group, in particular Cllrs Mahony and Shovlin, and the Economic, Enterprise and Tourism Development Strategic Policy Committee. The ensuing Liffey Valley Trail showcases many of the amazing amenities and attractions Dublin 15 offers and adds another appealing proposition to Fingal’s tourism offering. This is also the first time that Tradfest has ventured beyond its traditional base in Dublin City Centre and we see it as an opportunity to highlight the magnificent heritage properties we have in Fingal. We look forward to expanding Tradfest Fingal in the years ahead." - John Quinlivan, Director of Economic Enterprise Tourism and Cultural Development at Fingal County Council
