Christ Church CathedralDublin 8
Standing on high ground in the oldest part of the city, this cathedral is one of Dublins finest historic buildings. It dates back to 1038 when Sitric, the then Danish king of Dublin, built the first wood here. In 1171 the original simple foundation was extended into a cruciform and rebuilt in stone by Strongbow, although the present structure dates mainly from 1871 to 1878 when a huge restoration was undertaken. Only the transepts, the crypt, and a few other portions date from the medieval times.
Easter Fun:
Join us in the cathedral this Easter Monday, 1st April 2013 for some great value family fun.
Our professional craft worker will be taking workshops at 12pm, 1pm and 2pm suitable for children aged between 7 and 12 - make a beautiful spring flower, decorate an egg or weave your very own basket.
Booking a craft session also entitles you to take part in our exciting Egg Hunt - follow the clues around the cathedral and hand in your answer to win a prize!
Cost: €8 per child (includes cathedral admission) and accompanying adults are FREE
Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. 10% discount on all bookings made before 28th March 2013.
For further information or to book contact lesley-anne@cccdub.ie or call 01 677 8099
Highlights of the interior include magnificent stonework and graceful pointed arches, with delicately chiselled supporting columns. Strongbow himself is among the historic figures buried in the church, as is archbishop Browne, the first Protestant to occupy the church, during the reign of the English King Henry 8th. It is the mother church for the Diocese of Dublin and Glendalough of the Church of Ireland.
Opening Times
09.00 to 18.00 Summer (June-August), 9.45 to 17.00 or 18.00 winter (September-May).
Admission Prices
Adult: €6.00 / Senior Citizens €4.00 / Students €3.00
Contact Christ Church CathedralTelephone:(01) 6778099 Please mention FunDays.ie
International: +353 1 6778099
Email: welcome@cccdub.ie
Website: www.cccdub.ie
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