Before you, lies Finglas Parish District, a place where history whispers on every corner. Finglas Parish District is much more than just a suburb. It is a place woven deeply into the fabric of Dublin’s story, its roots stretching back to the very dawn of Christianity in Ireland. Legend has it that St. Patrick himself once stood on this very ground, prophesying the rise of a great town. Centuries later, that prophecy was fulfilled as Finglas grew from a humble abbey founded by St. Canice in the 6th century into a bustling hub of activity. Imagine the scene in 1690, as William of Orange, fresh from his victory at the Battle of the Boyne, chose Finglas as the spot to rally his troops. It was here that he issued the Declaration of Finglas, a document that would shape the future of Ireland. But Finglas Parish District isn’t just about momentous events and powerful figures. It’s also a place of enduring traditions and simple joys. For centuries, the people of Finglas gathered here every May Day to celebrate the arrival of spring with vibrant festivities. The highlight was the raising of the Finglas maypole, one of the last surviving maypoles in all of Dublin. Locals and visitors alike would throng the streets, their laughter echoing through the air as they enjoyed games, competitions, and the crowning of the May Queen. Today, while the maypole is gone, the spirit of community and celebration lives on in Finglas Parish District.
Saint John the Evangelist
Whispers of history echo from these stones. This is the site of Saint John the Evangelist. Once a vibrant church