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Blackrock (Irish: An Charraig Dhubh) is an affluent suburb of Dublin, Ireland, 3 km (1.9 mi) northwest of Dún Laoghaire. It is named after the local geological rock formation to be found in the area of Blackrock Park.
Blackrock’s golden age started in the 17th century when Anglo-Irish aristocracy began to build a number of stately homes in the area, overlooking Dublin Bay and wealthy Dubliners followed, turning the small coastal village into a popular seaside resort in the 18th century.
Blackrock Castle is a castellated fortification located at Blackrock, about 2 km from Cork city centre on the banks of the River Lee in Ireland. Originally developed as a coastal defence fortification in the 16th century to protect upper Cork Harbour and port, the site now houses an observatory, visitor centre and restaurant. [5]
Aug 15, 2024 · Welcome to Blackrock Village. Co. Louth, Ireland on Irelands Ancient East. Enjoy a dip in the Irish Sea, build a sandcastle, enjoy an ice cream on the seafront promenade. Enjoy a cup of traditional Irish tea, wander through our small village shops or read a book.
Blackrock, southeastern suburb of Dublin, Ireland, and an administrative part of Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown county, on Dublin Bay. Blackrock grew substantially in the 18th century as a fashionable bathing resort; it developed further with the opening of a rail line between Dublin and Kingstown in 1834. Blackrock is now a popular seaside resort.
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Aug 30, 2024 · If you’re planning a trip to Louth, the scenic town of Blackrock is a charming base to explore the many things to do in Louth from. Once a small fishing village, Blackrock is a gorgeous seaside resort to visit with award-winning recreation, high-end restaurants and lively pubs.
Aug 16, 2024 · US-headquartered financial giant BlackRock is understood to be closing in on a deal to occupy office space at Glencar House in Ballsbridge as its new Dublin headquarters.
