The Moll Rooney Festival: A 1000-Years of History Walking Tour of Tallaght

The Moll Rooney Festival returns to Tallaght after 150 Years, join us on a walking tour of Tallaght and learn about our rich history!
About this Event

After 150 years, the legendary Moll Rooney Festival returns to Tallaght! Join us for a special, one-hour guided journey through a millennium of history. From the ancient roots of St. Maelruain’s monastery to the industrial landmarks that shaped our modern identity, to our literary giants, rediscover the stories of the place we proudly call home.
On this tour, you will discover:

• Ancient Beginnings: Explore the grounds of St Maelruain’s Church of Ireland, where once a former monastery existed, known as one of "the two eyes of Ireland."
• Industrial Legacies: Learn about the fascinating evolution of the former Tallaght Aerodrome, the legacy of Urney Chocolates, and the history of Jacobs.
• Local Icons: Hear the stories of incredible historical figures like Alice Furlong and William Howard Russell.
• A Living History: Deep archival research meets local expertise, celebrate the people, past and present, who made Tallaght.
  

Why Join Us?
Discover More Tours is a social enterprise based in Tallaght and ran by a Tallaght native, Sophie (who when is not running Discover More Tours, works out of numerous archives in both London/Dublin doing pre-PhD work), fully committed to championing Tallaght’s rich history/incredible people and supporting the Irish language. The walking tours to date have been highly praised by international guests from the US, Canada, Norway, Germany, and France, with one recent visitor calling it - "The most satisfying history tour of Ireland."
Stick around after the walking tour to enjoy the full range of events happening for the return of the Moll Rooney Festival! Keep an eye out for posts by The Priory Market.
Tour Logistics

• Meeting Point: Tallaght Luas Stop / End Point: Tallaght Village
• Duration: 1 Hour
• Language: In English, with the occasional cúpla focal used + one of Alice Furlong's poems in Irish (*English translation provided) is also shared.
• Price - Adult (18+) Ticket - €12.00 / Under (18+) Ticket - Free. Under (18+) must be accompained by an adult (18+) with a paid ticket. Both ticket types can be booked via Eventbrite.

Any questions, please reach out via email - [email protected] or phone - (+353) 896 14 3072.
Ready to walk through our history? Book your spot today and be part of this historic return!