Dublin House

Dublin House, situated at the crossroads in Omeath, County Louth, has long been a notable landmark in this quaint village on the Cooley Peninsula. Historically, it served as a popular public house and lounge bar, contributing to the social fabric of the community. In August 2009, a significant fire severely damaged the establishment. The blaze was substantial, necessitating the deployment of six fire units from Carlingford, Dundalk, and Drogheda. The extension on the Newry side of the building was completely destroyed. Following the fire, Dublin House remained boarded up for several years, its once vibrant presence reduced to a derelict structure. Photographs from 2012 and 2015 depict the building in its neglected state. In September 1975, Louis Doyle offered the use of his lounge to St.Brigid's national school while the Ardaghy school was being rebuilt following a fire. For a time it was also a polling station for elections.

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2015

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2013

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In September 1975, Louis Doyle offered the use of his lounge to St.Brigid's national school while the Ardaghy school was being rebuilt following a fire.

Source: Omeath - A look at the past - Volume 2

Source: Omeath - A look at the past - Volume 2

1948 - Extras from the film "Saints and Sinners" have a break at Doyle's

Serving behind the bar are Joe Doyle, Maureen Treanor, Maureen Doyle, Jack Doyle and Louis Doyle (forehead only)

Source: Omeath - A look at the past - Volume 2