Toy Soldier Shops in Dublin? (1 Viewer)
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damian
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I'm going to be in Dublin the weekend of June 27-28 as I have a meeting on Monday there so any suggestions would be appreciated.
Yo, trooper Bernard, you better be giving suggestions
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Yo Brad, dont think there are any in Dublin. you want to PM peter (Molloy) he is a Dublin man, knows the City inside out, I am out in the Midlands. Peter will give you all the info on what to see in the City.
Bernard.
. you want to PM peter (Molloy) he is a Dublin man, knows the City inside out, I am out in the Midlands. Peter will give you all the info on what to see in the City.Bernard.
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Brad,
My apologies for the delay in replying – I’ve only just noticed this thread.
It’s brilliant to hear that you’ll be visiting Dublin; I’m only sorry that I’ll be leaving for the London Show the day before you arrive. It would have been an absolute pleasure to meet with you otherwise.
Unfortunately, Trooper Bernard has it spot on about toy soldier shopping in Dublin: I’ve yet to come across an outlet here that stocks any of the major modern manufacturers. There are one or two hobby shops in and around the city centre that carry 1:6 figures as well as Dragon-type 1:35 kits and figures, but for product from companies like K&C or Britains I’m afraid you’ll be drawing a blank.
That said, I don’t think you’ll be short of things to occupy you over a weekend here.
In terms of military history, without a doubt one of the best places to while away some time in is the Soldiers and Chiefs exhibition in the National Museum at Collins Barracks, which is on the quays, just a short walk from the city centre:
http://www.museum.ie/en/exhibition/soldiers-and-chiefs.aspx
Although I’m a touch biased, as I’m a very recent recruit to a group called the Military Heritage of Ireland Trust, which has a significant role in facilitating the exhibition, it really is worth a look at some point over your stay.
The exhibition examines the history of the Irish soldier since the 16th century, moving from service with the British Empire, to the post-independence activities of the Irish Defence Forces, and all points in between. Beyond the exhibition itself, the National Museum site at Collins Barracks as a whole is extremely interesting.
If you’d like to indulge your less cerebral side, than a trip to the Guinness Storehouse is warmly recommended! Also within fairly easy reach of the city centre, it’s an excellent place to enjoy yourself:
http://www.guinness-storehouse.com/en/Index.aspx
Although it’s some time since I was last there, I seem to remember that the admission price basically gets you a guided tour around the former brewery - with more than one opportunity to sample the black stuff thrown in - culminating in a final pint in their Gravity Bar.
Again, I’m sorry I won’t be here myself over the weekend, but if you have any other questions or queries at all, please ask, and do let me know how you get on!
Peter.
My apologies for the delay in replying – I’ve only just noticed this thread.
It’s brilliant to hear that you’ll be visiting Dublin; I’m only sorry that I’ll be leaving for the London Show the day before you arrive. It would have been an absolute pleasure to meet with you otherwise.
Unfortunately, Trooper Bernard has it spot on about toy soldier shopping in Dublin: I’ve yet to come across an outlet here that stocks any of the major modern manufacturers. There are one or two hobby shops in and around the city centre that carry 1:6 figures as well as Dragon-type 1:35 kits and figures, but for product from companies like K&C or Britains I’m afraid you’ll be drawing a blank.
That said, I don’t think you’ll be short of things to occupy you over a weekend here.
In terms of military history, without a doubt one of the best places to while away some time in is the Soldiers and Chiefs exhibition in the National Museum at Collins Barracks, which is on the quays, just a short walk from the city centre:
http://www.museum.ie/en/exhibition/soldiers-and-chiefs.aspx
Although I’m a touch biased, as I’m a very recent recruit to a group called the Military Heritage of Ireland Trust, which has a significant role in facilitating the exhibition, it really is worth a look at some point over your stay.
The exhibition examines the history of the Irish soldier since the 16th century, moving from service with the British Empire, to the post-independence activities of the Irish Defence Forces, and all points in between. Beyond the exhibition itself, the National Museum site at Collins Barracks as a whole is extremely interesting.
If you’d like to indulge your less cerebral side, than a trip to the Guinness Storehouse is warmly recommended! Also within fairly easy reach of the city centre, it’s an excellent place to enjoy yourself:
http://www.guinness-storehouse.com/en/Index.aspx
Although it’s some time since I was last there, I seem to remember that the admission price basically gets you a guided tour around the former brewery - with more than one opportunity to sample the black stuff thrown in - culminating in a final pint in their Gravity Bar.
Again, I’m sorry I won’t be here myself over the weekend, but if you have any other questions or queries at all, please ask, and do let me know how you get on!
Peter.
Brad- I posted this same request back in March/April 2009 when the wife and I traveled to Dublin. Not an toy soldier to be found in Dublin. I did locate a "tourist" type shop across the busy street from main entrance to Trinity College. He had some Alymer, Britains and some casting hand painted of local Irish Regiments. Modern and Historical. He had a bunch a die-cast cars in the window, small shop. Bought a few pipers myself - expensive tough - quality not all that good.
I might suggest a restaurant on the North end of Dublin , across the "canal". I cannot recall the name of the river. Cross over the "haypenny" bridge , it's called the Winding Stair- it was fab and not to pricey. Almost across the street from the "haypenny" bridge ( a walking bridge ) .
Please go into the Temple Bar as well. Stop in for a pint, very neat place.
The Gusiness is a must everywhere.
I found Ireland fantastic and would go back again for sure. Enjoy yourself if you can find the time. Short flight from east coast - ours from DC was about 6.5 hrs.
I might suggest a restaurant on the North end of Dublin , across the "canal". I cannot recall the name of the river. Cross over the "haypenny" bridge , it's called the Winding Stair- it was fab and not to pricey. Almost across the street from the "haypenny" bridge ( a walking bridge ) .
Please go into the Temple Bar as well. Stop in for a pint, very neat place.
The Gusiness is a must everywhere.
I found Ireland fantastic and would go back again for sure. Enjoy yourself if you can find the time. Short flight from east coast - ours from DC was about 6.5 hrs.