Showing posts with label Killruddery. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Killruddery. Show all posts
Monday, November 24, 2014
Killruddery - The movie set
Did you know that Killruddery has served as the backdrop for many famous movies. Here are all the ones that we know about.
Sunday, November 9, 2014
Killruddery Tour
Ever fancy a tour of Killruddery..... in Gaelic?
(Don't worry, Subtitles are included)
Cé a Chónaigh i mo Theachsa? / Who Lived in my House? – Season 2 Ep 5 Kilruddery House, Co. Wicklow TG4 10pm Thurs 9th Febru from Tile Films Ltd on Vimeo.
(Don't worry, Subtitles are included)
Cé a Chónaigh i mo Theachsa? / Who Lived in my House? – Season 2 Ep 5 Kilruddery House, Co. Wicklow TG4 10pm Thurs 9th Febru from Tile Films Ltd on Vimeo.
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Kilruddery Hall, Then and Now
KILLRUDDERY, BRAY, Co WICKLOW - THE ANCESTRAL HOME OF THE EARLS OF MEATH – THEN & NOW
The Orangery
The Orangery dates from 1852. It was built by William Burn for the 11th Earl of Meath and his wife Harriot, after the Crystal Place Exhibition in London, when conservatories became very fashionable. The dowager duchess Melosina sold her diamond tiara to pay for the build. The pattern of the brickwork is said to be based on the design of the tiara. The original glass roof, the work of Richard Turner, has since been replaced. Inside is a collection of marble statues from Italy collected 1830–1850.
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Hunting scene showing Killruddery House
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The Orangery
The Orangery dates from 1852. It was built by William Burn for the 11th Earl of Meath and his wife Harriot, after the Crystal Place Exhibition in London, when conservatories became very fashionable. The dowager duchess Melosina sold her diamond tiara to pay for the build. The pattern of the brickwork is said to be based on the design of the tiara. The original glass roof, the work of Richard Turner, has since been replaced. Inside is a collection of marble statues from Italy collected 1830–1850.
Sunday, January 12, 2014
BRABAZON REUNION 2007
The 2007 Reunion was organized by Chris & Carol Brabazon in the USA:
“The Carnival Fun Ship "GLORY" is the ocean liner that we held the 2007 Brabazon Family Reunion aboard. It was built in Italy in the year 2003 and with it only being in use by Carnival for four years it appeared to be brand new, as everything was just superb! Departing from Florida, we called at Conzumel, Freeport-Bahamas, Honduras and Belize. We had families represented from New Zealand, Australia, and several States within the United States (Florida, Pennsylvania, Wyoming, Kansas, Michigan, Georgia) just to mention a few.”
“The Carnival Fun Ship "GLORY" is the ocean liner that we held the 2007 Brabazon Family Reunion aboard. It was built in Italy in the year 2003 and with it only being in use by Carnival for four years it appeared to be brand new, as everything was just superb! Departing from Florida, we called at Conzumel, Freeport-Bahamas, Honduras and Belize. We had families represented from New Zealand, Australia, and several States within the United States (Florida, Pennsylvania, Wyoming, Kansas, Michigan, Georgia) just to mention a few.”
BRABAZON REUNION 2003
From Ann Shevill’s Diary 2003:
The Brabazon Family Reunion 2003 was thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended - more than seventy personalities from Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada, UK and Ireland. Visitors lived in and about Dublin or were temporarily accommodated in or near Bray in County Wicklow just south of Dublin.
Our gracious and generous hosts were the Earl and Countess of Meath - Jack and Xenia Brabazon, ably supported by their family. They had arranged a splendid weekend programme; which on Saturday 13th September centered on their home Killruddery House and the Estate gardens and farm. Elizabeth, Lady Meath (Grannie Betty) seemed to be chatting happily to visitors all day and into the night. Also, who could ever forget little doll Bridget Brabazon, favourite with the seven other energetic girls, or Big little boy Barney Brabazon
Michael Brabazon's address on the History of the Family from 1066 was thoroughly researched and well received at the commencement of the day. Everyone was kept busy touring the House and the historic very extensive Gardens, enjoying an hilarious hay-ride courtesy of David Brabazon to see splendid views from sea to farm on the high slopes of Small Sugar Loaf Mountain, having fun assembling for the group photo, and enjoying ever ready refreshments. Most people even fitted in visits to Christ Church, Bray to see the many Brabazon memorials there, and to the Bray Town Hall, which was built in 1882 as a gift to the town by the 12th Earl of Meath. A small coach was available to transport us between venues both by day and night
On Sunday 14th September we joined a large coach and much enjoyed Finola Finlay's informative commentary about County Wicklow, and visits to Wicklow Historic Gaol and Glendalough Monastery - excellent tourist venues. Warm sun shone on us as we ate our provided picnic lunch on the lush lawns.
The Gala Dinner held on the Saturday night in the magnificent Killruddery Orangery was a very memorable occasion. A touch popular with young and old just before the conclusion was a small group of delightful children entertaining us with Irish dancing. Serena Brabazon also charmed us with her violin playing.
Jack took the opportunity to thank those whose recent contributions had been exceptional - Michael for his splendid History address and his work to develop the web site, Shauna for her tremendous effort to create the Ultimate Brabazon Family Tree, and Finola for her excellent commentary on the Wicklow coach tour.
For me [Ann Shevill] there was the surprise presentation of a handsome heirloom, an engraved silver salver.
The Brabazon Family Reunion 2003 was thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended - more than seventy personalities from Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada, UK and Ireland. Visitors lived in and about Dublin or were temporarily accommodated in or near Bray in County Wicklow just south of Dublin.
Our gracious and generous hosts were the Earl and Countess of Meath - Jack and Xenia Brabazon, ably supported by their family. They had arranged a splendid weekend programme; which on Saturday 13th September centered on their home Killruddery House and the Estate gardens and farm. Elizabeth, Lady Meath (Grannie Betty) seemed to be chatting happily to visitors all day and into the night. Also, who could ever forget little doll Bridget Brabazon, favourite with the seven other energetic girls, or Big little boy Barney Brabazon
Michael Brabazon's address on the History of the Family from 1066 was thoroughly researched and well received at the commencement of the day. Everyone was kept busy touring the House and the historic very extensive Gardens, enjoying an hilarious hay-ride courtesy of David Brabazon to see splendid views from sea to farm on the high slopes of Small Sugar Loaf Mountain, having fun assembling for the group photo, and enjoying ever ready refreshments. Most people even fitted in visits to Christ Church, Bray to see the many Brabazon memorials there, and to the Bray Town Hall, which was built in 1882 as a gift to the town by the 12th Earl of Meath. A small coach was available to transport us between venues both by day and night
On Sunday 14th September we joined a large coach and much enjoyed Finola Finlay's informative commentary about County Wicklow, and visits to Wicklow Historic Gaol and Glendalough Monastery - excellent tourist venues. Warm sun shone on us as we ate our provided picnic lunch on the lush lawns.
The Gala Dinner held on the Saturday night in the magnificent Killruddery Orangery was a very memorable occasion. A touch popular with young and old just before the conclusion was a small group of delightful children entertaining us with Irish dancing. Serena Brabazon also charmed us with her violin playing.
Jack took the opportunity to thank those whose recent contributions had been exceptional - Michael for his splendid History address and his work to develop the web site, Shauna for her tremendous effort to create the Ultimate Brabazon Family Tree, and Finola for her excellent commentary on the Wicklow coach tour.
For me [Ann Shevill] there was the surprise presentation of a handsome heirloom, an engraved silver salver.
BRABAZON REUNION 1993
From the Dublin 'Evening Press' 14 September 1993:
They came from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, America, Britain and from the length and breadth of Ireland. The Worldwide Reunion of people named Brabazon was held in Bray, Co Wicklow and Swinford, Co Mayo, during late August. Among the Receptions was one hosted by Lord and Lady Meath and their family, heads of the Brabazon Family, hosts at Killruddery House. The youngest participant was Connor Brabazon, aged six weeks. The Brabazon family first came to Ireland from England in the 16th century, settling around Dublin and the Galway/Mayo areas.
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They came from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, America, Britain and from the length and breadth of Ireland. The Worldwide Reunion of people named Brabazon was held in Bray, Co Wicklow and Swinford, Co Mayo, during late August. Among the Receptions was one hosted by Lord and Lady Meath and their family, heads of the Brabazon Family, hosts at Killruddery House. The youngest participant was Connor Brabazon, aged six weeks. The Brabazon family first came to Ireland from England in the 16th century, settling around Dublin and the Galway/Mayo areas.
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Wednesday, October 30, 2013
THE TOWN HALL AT BRAY, COUNTY WICKLOW, IRELAND.
Notes compiled by Ann Shevill - September 2003
Since the early 1600s Brabazons have been in the area now known as Bray, which has indeed a very
interesting history.
It is unlikely that there was a permanent settlement there before the Norman invasion of England in 1066
which was the year that Jacques le Brabancon crossed the English Channel with William the Conqueror.
All Brabazons are descendants of Jacques, known then as the Great Warrior.
There is known history of Bray since the mid 12th century.
From 1850 to 1870 apparently there was a degree of political tension within the town
A diary note reads:
Since the early 1600s Brabazons have been in the area now known as Bray, which has indeed a very
interesting history.
It is unlikely that there was a permanent settlement there before the Norman invasion of England in 1066
which was the year that Jacques le Brabancon crossed the English Channel with William the Conqueror.
All Brabazons are descendants of Jacques, known then as the Great Warrior.
There is known history of Bray since the mid 12th century.
From 1850 to 1870 apparently there was a degree of political tension within the town
A diary note reads:
In 1880 Lord Brabazon offered to build a new Market House and Town Hall for the town. It is an important example of the quaint tudor style architecture popularized in England by Shaw and Nesfield in the 1870s. It is of three bays and two storeys, built of red brick with central carriage arch containing wrought-iron gates. The ground floor served as a covered market. On the first floor there was a chamber room with windows incorporating Coats of Arms of the Brabazon family.In 1881 a Town Hall and Market House was commissioned by Lord Brabazon (afterwards the 12th Earl) at a cost of six thousand pounds.
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