A SNAPSHOT OF MARTINS ROW CHRISTMAS 2018
I began exploring Chapelizod in detail around Christmas 2018, but the limited bus service at the time hampered my efforts. Thankfully, the bus service has greatly improved by 2024. So my programme has been extended to include Phoenix Park and Palmerstown.
Elevated above the River Liffey, Chapelizod's traditional commercial centre forms a distinctive Y-shape. Martin's Row and Main Street merge seamlessly, creating the village's main thoroughfare. This artery widens to form the village square, a natural meeting point, much like a traditional market square.
The square, recently enhanced by public realm improvements, serves as Chapelizod's central communal space. It also provides vital links to Maiden's Row and the churchyard.
Northwest of the square, Martin's Row features Mulberry Terrace, a charming early 19th-century L-plan terrace of artisan dwellings. Beyond this, marking the village's northwestern edge, lies a mixed terrace of 18th and 19th-century dwellings, including the impressive three-storey 34 Martin's Row, dating to around 1730, situated in front of St Laurence's Church.
Along Martin's Row, leading to Knockmaroon Hill, the eclectic mix of architectural styles reflects centuries of development. Rural vernacular cottages stand alongside two-storey houses and grand gated mansions, highlighting this historic approach to the village centre. St Mary's Terrace, a handsome red-brick Victorian terrace, was built on the orchard of the neighbouring Sunnybank house.
Many of the houses on the south side of the road enjoy river views, while those on the north side of Knockmaroon Hill are nestled against the rising slope towards the Phoenix Park wall.
Elevated above the River Liffey, Chapelizod's traditional commercial centre forms a distinctive Y-shape. Martin's Row and Main Street merge seamlessly, creating the village's main thoroughfare. This artery widens to form the village square, a natural meeting point, much like a traditional market square.
The square, recently enhanced by public realm improvements, serves as Chapelizod's central communal space. It also provides vital links to Maiden's Row and the churchyard.
Northwest of the square, Martin's Row features Mulberry Terrace, a charming early 19th-century L-plan terrace of artisan dwellings. Beyond this, marking the village's northwestern edge, lies a mixed terrace of 18th and 19th-century dwellings, including the impressive three-storey 34 Martin's Row, dating to around 1730, situated in front of St Laurence's Church.
Along Martin's Row, leading to Knockmaroon Hill, the eclectic mix of architectural styles reflects centuries of development. Rural vernacular cottages stand alongside two-storey houses and grand gated mansions, highlighting this historic approach to the village centre. St Mary's Terrace, a handsome red-brick Victorian terrace, was built on the orchard of the neighbouring Sunnybank house.
Many of the houses on the south side of the road enjoy river views, while those on the north side of Knockmaroon Hill are nestled against the rising slope towards the Phoenix Park wall.
A SNAPSHOT OF MARTINS ROW CHRISTMAS 2018