Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Summer of Heritage Free Guided Tours 2026

Local historians, Michael McShane and Alice Cullen will bring to life the fascinating stories of Killiney Hill and Killiney Village. Killiney Hill began as the private hunting grounds of the Talbot de Malahide family during the reign of Elizabeth I and was renamed Victoria Hill to honour the visit of Queen Victoria to this area. Killiney Village was home to those who worked on the large estates in the locality but later was a staging point for horse and carriages travelling from Kingstown (Dún Laoghaire) to Bray before the railway.

Meeting Point - Killiney Hill Road entrance to Killiney Hill (near Mister Magpie Cafe)

Time Duration: 90 minutes

Max Capacity: 25 people

Children need to be accompanied by a responsible adult

Summer of Heritage 2026 brochure can be viewed here: https://www.dlrcoco.ie/sites/dlrcoco/files/2026-07/Summer%20OF%20Heritage%202026.pdf

We may take photos or video of tour groups, for use by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Co. Co. for promotional purposes on their website, social media and other publications. No personal details or names will be used. However, if you prefer not to be photographed, please let the guide know.

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