Who lived in a house like this?
In1929 mortgages and leases were issued to the very first residents of Ferguson, Walsh, their connecting roads and cul-de-sacs. And what a diverse community they must have enjoyed!
In an age before the many WhatsApp groups we share today, Charles Roche a farm-hand at number 7 O'Neachtain, cattle dealer Patrick McGarry of number 16 Walsh Road and Mr Thomas McNamara of 31 Joyce Road, blacksmith, likely had much to discuss without the need for emojis.
Of the O'Daly Road watchmakers, William A. Lynn and William Rock, numbers 48 and 18 respectively. Were they colleagues? Friends? Or rivals?
How many of the joiners, laborers, bricklayers, electricians and plumbers who turned a key in their front door in 1929 helped build the estate itself? How many of their names are still hidden behind it's plasterwork, under saddle-boards and in attics?
In an age before the many WhatsApp groups we share today, Charles Roche a farm-hand at number 7 O'Neachtain, cattle dealer Patrick McGarry of number 16 Walsh Road and Mr Thomas McNamara of 31 Joyce Road, blacksmith, likely had much to discuss without the need for emojis.
Of the O'Daly Road watchmakers, William A. Lynn and William Rock, numbers 48 and 18 respectively. Were they colleagues? Friends? Or rivals?
How many of the joiners, laborers, bricklayers, electricians and plumbers who turned a key in their front door in 1929 helped build the estate itself? How many of their names are still hidden behind it's plasterwork, under saddle-boards and in attics?
Brewers, teachers, salesmen, stereotypers and storekeepers called each other neighbours in Drishogue as it was then known. If their occupations differed it was their similarities that established a wonderful community which we continue to enjoy today.
Interested in finding out more?
The DTRA history committee are always looking for sources new and (very!) old to enjoy in the present, and to preserve and pass on to future generations (Heritage Council of Ireland). We hope these projects and resources will encourage our community "to take responsibility for and participate in the development and conservation of their heritage" ..generating "a greater sense of pride and belonging in the local area through increased participation...and sheer enjoyment!"
We live in a wonderful neighbourhood. How did it come to be? Where is it going? Lets find out together!
We live in a wonderful neighbourhood. How did it come to be? Where is it going? Lets find out together!
Revisit the beautiful & thought provoking film about the Drumcondra Triangle from our very own Cliona O Flaherty
Use our Deeds Search Guide to discover Who Lived In A House like yours!
Enjoy the history of our own Corpus Christi Parish
Read one of the many fabulous local histories
Get involved with the Triangle centenary project!
View some of the fabulous images from our past
Found some treasure?
We're always looking for stories, pictures and rare finds to share with the community. If you have discovered something in or about your house in the Drumcondra Triangle please get in touch by emailing [email protected] or by completing the form below.
Our History Committee are looking to collect examples from the last 100 -150 years of our estate to celebrate it's history and upcoming centenary.
Our History Committee are looking to collect examples from the last 100 -150 years of our estate to celebrate it's history and upcoming centenary.
