Dublin North Bay Tourism – Near FM

Book Launch Interview with Author and Local Historian Dennis McIntyre discussing his new book Customs House to Howth Head: A History and Guide to the North Dublin Bay Area

John Connell January 25, 2023

In this podcast, Dennis talks about his new book with John Connell on NearFM’s Lifeline Programme. Historian and Tour Guide Dennis McIntyre has a deep interest in the North Dublin Area. Dennis’ s new book, Customs House to Howth Head: A History…

History and Community – The 1014 Battle of Clontarf – Part 3.

Paul Walsh June 10, 2021

In the final part of the series, Denis discusses the legacy and site of the battle, and how history views it.

History and Community – The 1014 Battle of Clontarf – Part 2.

Paul Walsh June 10, 2021

Denis discusses the course of The Battle of Clontarf.

History and Community – The 1014 Battle of Clontarf – Part 1.

Paul Walsh June 10, 2021

Denis discuses the causes and leading characters of The Battle of Clontarf and the vikings.

History and Community – Famous Dublin Street Characters.

Paul Walsh June 10, 2021

Denis chats about some of Dublin’s most famous street characters and the 80th anniversary of the North Strand Bombing.

History and Community – Captain Weldon.

Paul Walsh June 10, 2021

Denis discusses Captain Weldon, and the escapes and smuggling out of Ireland of Fenian leader James Stephens.

History and Community – Daniel O’Connell.

Paul Walsh June 10, 2021

Denis chats about Daniel O’Connell and the meeting that never was.

History and Community – Clontarf Town Hall.

Paul Walsh June 10, 2021

Clontarf Town Hall, todays St Anthony’s Church on the seafront on the Clontarf Road – its long history and in particular its deep 1916 rising connection.