Grand Canal Graving Docks

Disused dry docks

Used for the repair and construction of boats. Built 1796-1800 and in use until ~ 1960, apparently. They are blocked to the public off, but badly, and you can pass yourself around the fencing at the waterfront when you approach from the South Dock Road.

The biggest dock is filled with water. It holds a derelict ship, the Naom Éanna, home to pigeons. Water in the smaller one closer to the Liffey is much lower.

There’s a good Dublin Inquirer article with a lot more information here.

Beware

Dangerous wall toppings ?

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Wysteria

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St Vincent’s Hospital

Off the Richmond Road. I have driven past it countless times but wasn't aware it existed until a lockdown exploring walk.

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London & Western Railway

This building is ?

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Box Hedge pattern

Nice box hedge at front of house. Such pretty. Much wow.

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Social Distancing in Bus Eireann

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Meerkats

Adding some cute visual interest to this otherwise plain garden. 3/5 stars.

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Facade

Church front done in classical Greek style. Architecturally fits in well with surrounding buildings. Said no one ever.

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Ossory House

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Door Boy

Addition to brickwork at the top of the arch over a door. When photo was taken, all windows in the building were blocked with heavy fabric. It looked weird. Cute boy!

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