24 September 2024

I USED AN iPHONE 12 PRO MAX

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There seems to be an LR bug or a problem with the Halide Camera App – I say this because all of my recent iPhone photographs have a pink tint that was difficult to correct.

Today I had planned to attend the opening of a new Indian restaurant in the Portobello area of the city but for technical reasons the opening had to be rescheduled for Thursday so as I had plenty of time to spare and thought that it would be a good idea to explore the Tolka Estuary Greenway section of the Dublin Port Greenway and it proved to be an excellent decision even if I had the wrong camera and the wrong lens.

As there was no relevant signage on Alfie Byrne road I had difficulty finding the Tolka Estuary Greenway. I started by crossing the Eastpoint Causeway that crosses the Tolka River and then follow a waterfront path that leads to Bond Road where the entrance to the new Dublin Port Greenway. There is a second entrance beside the New Custom House on Promenade Road and the final entrance is at Terminal Road South/North. I met a number of people who were unaware of the waterfront walkway and therefore failed to find the Tolka Estuary Greenway – it is not at all obvious.

The Dublin Port Greenway, specifically the Tolka Estuary Greenway section, has recently opened to the public and is generating quite a buzz. This new greenway offers:  

Stunning Views: It provides access to previously unseen vistas of the Clontarf seafront, Bull Island, and Howth, showcasing the beauty of Dublin’s coastline.  
Improved Access: The greenway significantly enhances access to Dublin Port’s ferry terminal, offering a safer and more continuous route for cyclists and pedestrians, especially those traveling to and from the ferries.  
Environmental Sensitivity: The project was designed with the environment in mind, featuring low-level lighting to minimise disturbance to wildlife and incorporating landscaping with native trees.  
Connectivity: The greenway connects to the Royal Canal Greenway, providing access to the city centre and the Southside of Dublin, furthering the network of cycling and walking paths in the city.  
The opening of this greenway is a significant step forward for Dublin. It not only offers a scenic route for recreation and commuting but also promotes sustainable transport and improves access to key areas of the city.
As Dublin continues to develop its cycling infrastructure, the Dublin Port Greenway stands as a prime example of how such projects can enhance the city’s liveability and connectivity.

The Tolka Estuary Greenway is actually a part of the larger Dublin Port Greenway project.  

Dublin Port Greenway is a broader initiative aimed at improving cycling and pedestrian access throughout the Dublin Port area. It will eventually include multiple routes and connections, creating a network of greenways within the port.  

Tolka Estuary Greenway is a specific section of the Dublin Port Greenway, running along the northern edge of the port, offering views of the Tolka Estuary and Clontarf. It’s the first phase of the Dublin Port Greenway to be completed and opened to the public.  

So, while they are related, the Tolka Estuary Greenway is a specific completed section of the larger and still developing Dublin Port Greenway project. 

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