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http://www.aaroadwatch.ie/bus/story.asp?ID=4234Coach Services To The O2 In Dublin
These are details of some direct coach services to The O2 in Dublin from around the country.
MATTHEWS COACHES in Co. Louth operate a direct service to The O2 for all concerts and events at the following times: • Departing Dundalk: 16.00. • Departing Drogheda: 16.30. • Departing City North Hotel: 16.45 (connects to Bettystown Laytown service). * This service will depart the O2 at 11.30pm. (Early times maybe viable depending on concert times) • Return = €12.00. • For more information contact 042-9378188 or www.matthewscoach.com
CONCERT TRAVEL coaches offer a service from Limerick to The O2 in Dublin. • Departing Limerick (Old Dublin Rd, off Parkway R/A): 2pm. • Departing Birdhill (Bus stop on Limerick side of town): 2:25pm. • Deaperting Nenagh (Five Alley): 2:35pm. • Departing Toomevara (GAA Field): 2:50pm. • Departing Moneygall (GAA Field): 2:55pm. • Departing Roscrea (Racket Hall): 3:10pm. • Departing Mountrath (Emo Service Station): 3:20pm. • Arrive at destination near The O2 at 6pm. * Buses will return directly after the event, as soon as everyone is on board and accounted for. * Bookings can be made at www.kellytravel.ie, via e-mail to concerttravel@gmail.com or by phone on 061 384422.0 -
http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4211Bohemians V Liverpool XI on the 17/8/09 - Traffic Management Arrangements
This match takes place at Dalymount Park, Dublin 7.
Stiles Opening at - 18.30 hrs Bohemians V Liverpool XI - 19.45hrs Event Finish at - 21.30 hrs.
Expected Attendance is 7,500.
Patrons Travelling to Dalymount Park:
All patrons travelling to Dalymount Park for the event are advised to utilise public transport and the park and ride facilities.
Dalymount Park is serviced by bus and train
Patrons should be aware that illegally parked vehicles will be impounded or clamped and will be liable to a fine of €130.00.
Drivers should be aware that illegally or improperly parked vehicles have the potential to cause traffic disruption, obstruction and difficulty to emergency vehicles that may need to access the narrow residential streets that surround Dalymount Park.
Pre and Post Event Traffic Restrictions:
A Garda Cordon will be in effect on the streets that lead to Dalymount Park from 6.45pm.
Traffic will be diverted away from St. Peters Road and Connaught Street before and after the game.
As a guideline the Garda cordon at St. Peters Road / Connaught Street will be in place one hour prior to stiles opening time and one hour post event to enable match patrons to arrive and depart safely.
In bound traffic will also be diverted away from Connaught Street towards the New Cabra Road before and after the game.
Patron Search:
All patrons entering the Garda cordon will be the subject of a ticket check by Stewards and search by Gardaí.
Any offensive articles, e.g. glass bottles, air horns, till rolls and large flagpoles will be seized. Patrons are advised not to bring any unnecessary baggage with them and are advised to travel early to the stadium to avoid any unnecessary delays. Patrons who are intoxicated will be refused entry to the ground.
Ticket Sales:
As this event is sold out there will be no ticket sales outlets on the day of the event.
Patrons are further advised not to purchase tickets from any unaccredited source.
Public Order:
Patrons are advised that the Gardaí will not permit the consumption of alcohol outside public houses, while walking along the street or in any other public place.
Patrons are asked to have consideration for local residents and refrain from anti-social behaviour (drinking and urinating).
Crime:
Patrons are advised to be aware of their own personal safety and security while attending the event. They should ensure the security of personal belongings while en route to and from the stadium i.e. purses/wallets/tickets/ Mobile Phones.
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=434Tall Ships Visit Belfast: Day Return Fare €20 by Marketing Department
The Tall Ships arrive in Belfast for 4 days from the 13th - 16th of August, and the port of Belfast will play host to a magnificent spectacle as the final port of the Tall Ships Atlantic Challenge 2009.
Why not visit Belfast and enjoy live music, street theatre and the magic of Belfast with our day return fare from Dublin to Belfast for just €20 only on irishrail.ie! Book Now
Opening times:
Thursday 13 August 12noon-9pm
Friday 14 August 12noon-9pm
Saturday 15 August 10am-9pm
Sunday 16 August 10am-4pm.
For more information on the Belfast Maritime Festival events go to http://www.gotobelfast.com/belfastmaritimefestival
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=493All Ireland Under 21 Hurling Semi Final - Clare v. Galway by Corporate Communications
Iarnrod Eireann are providing a special reduced fare for supporters travelling to the All Ireland Under 21 hurling semi final between Clare and Galway in Thurles on Saturday next. The return fare of €15 for adults and €10 for children under 16 applies to the 11.50 hrs train from Ennis and the 12.35hrs train from Limerick arriving into Thurles at 13.20hrs. The return train leaves Thurles at 17.00hrs arriving back into Limerick at 17.50 hrs and Ennis at 18.40hrs. Click here to book your ticket http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_offers.asp?action=list&specials_origin=ENNIS&specials_destination=THRLS
http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_offers.asp?action=list&specials_origin=ENNIS&specials_destination=THRLS22nd Aug 2009
U21 Hurling: Clare V Galway Special - Adults from €15 - Children from €10
Departing Ennis 11:50 Thurles 13:20
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Save 40% on your Bus to the Electric Picnic with JJ Kavanagh and Sons (Dublin - Electric Picnic €28 Buseireann, €20 JJ Kavnanagh).
Buses to an from the festival everyday from Dublin and other locations
Dublin - Electric Picnic €20
Dublin Airport - Electric Picnic €28
Carlow - Electric Picnic €15
Waterford - Electric Picnic €20
Limerick - Portlaoise
Nenagh - Portlaoise
Roscrea - Portlaoise
Full Details here & Buy online
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http://www.translink.co.uk/specialoffers.asp#gaatyroneTyrone GAA Bus Special!
Bus Special from Strabane - £15 Adult, £7.50 Child flat fare (children must be accompanied by at least one adult)
(via Newtonstewart, Omagh, Ballygawley & Aughnacloy)
Tickets ONLY available online http://www.translink.co.uk/SpecialEvent-bus.asp?source=GaaBus
*Please note: Online sales for bus specials will close on Saturday 22nd August at 2pm!*
PLEASE NOTE: ONLINE SALES FOR TYRONE TRAIN SPECIALS HAVE NOW CLOSED. TICKETS CAN STILL BE PURCHASED AT STATIONS OF DEPARTURE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.
http://www.translink.co.uk/SpecialEvent-bus.asp?source=GaaBusTyrone v Cork
Sunday, 23 August, 2009
Throw-in at 15:30
OUTWARD
Station
Option A
Strabane Bus Station dep 8:30
Newtonstewart By-pass dep 8:45
Omagh Bus Station dep 9:00
Ballygawley, Grange Rd. dep 9:20
Aughnacloy, Main St. dep 9:25
Dublin (Mount Joy Square) arr 11:45
RETURN
Station
A
Dublin (Mount Joy Square) dep 18:00
Return fare per person* Adult Child
Strabane Bus Station £15.00 £7.50
Newtonstewart By-pass £15.00 £7.50
Omagh Bus Station £15.00 £7.50
Ballygawley, Grange Rd. £15.00 £7.50
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=495Extra Train from Cork to Dublin for Cork v. Tyrone Football Semi-Final Game by Corporate Communications
Extra Train from Cork to Dublin for Cork v. Tyrone All-Ireland Football Championship Semi-Final in Croke Park, Dublin - Sunday 23rd August 2009. Reservations are essential and Iarnród Éireann is urging all intending passengers to purchase their rail tickets On-Line here or in advance through Iarnród Éireann’s telesales number 1850-366222.
Iarnród Éireann is delighted to announce that train arrangements have been confirmed to cater for Cork GAA fans and all intending passengers wishing to travel from Cork, Mallow or Charleville to Dublin this Sunday, 23rd August 2009.
The regular 08.30hrs train and an extra train at 08.15hrs from Cork to Dublin is already sold out and intending passengers can now purchase rail tickets for an additional train which operates as follows:
Outward Journey – Sunday, 23rd August 2009:
07.45hrs Depart Kent Station, Cork.
08.05hrs Depart Mallow Station
08.20hrs Depart Charleville Station.
10.30hrs Arrive Dublin Heuston Station.
Return Journey – Sunday, 23rd August 2009:
19.50hrs Depart Dublin Heuston Station.
21.50hrs Arrive Charleville Station
22.05hrs Arrive Mallow Station
22.35hrs Arrive Kent Station, Cork.
Reservations are essential on all Cork-Dublin and return trains this weekend (especially Sunday) and priority will be give to passengers who have booked on-line. All intending passengers, including Cork GAA fans are therefore being asked to purchase their rail tickets in advance or reserve their seats on-line by clicking here http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp or phoning Telesales on 1850-366222.0 -
http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=754&month=AugPloughing Championship
Travel to the Ploughing Championship in Athy 22nd/23rd/24th September 09. Plan your journey on our Journey Planner. http://194.106.151.94/jplan/bin/
Bus Éireann will be offering special fares on regular services to Athy.
Bus Éireann in association with Irish Rail will be operating a combined Rail and Bus shuttle to the show.
Bus Éireann will operate a shuttle bus service from the NPA carpark.
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http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=755&month=AugAll Ireland Semi Final
Bus Éireann is pleased to advise Football Fans that a special service will operate from Cork to Croke Park for the All Ireland Semi Finals.
Services will depart as follows:
* Depart Cork: 07:30
* Depart Fermoy: 08:05
* Depart Mitchelstown: 08:15.
Tickets cost €25 and must be booked in advance from:
Bus Éireann Travel Centre, Bus Station, Parnell Place.
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=499Going to Croke Park on Sunday? Extra Maynooth line trains running by Corporate Communications
If you're travelling to the All-Ireland Football Semi-Final in Croke Park this Sunday, don't forget there's extra trains running on the Maynooth line (serving Drumcondra Station, less than 5 minutes walk from Croke Park).
Full schedule from Maynooth to Drumcondra and Dublin Connolly this Sunday 23rd August before the matches is (extra trains marked with *):
10.30, 11.00*, 11.36, 12.00*, 12.30, 13.00*, 13.35, 14.35
After the match, departure times from Drumcondra to Maynooth are:
17.15*, 17.25*, 17.41, and continuing with scheduled services.
Trains listed above serve all stations between Maynooth and Drumcondra.
Customers using car parks at stations at Maynooth, Leixlip Louisa Bridge, Leixlip Confey and Coolmine are reminded that all Iarnród Éireann car parks are pay and display 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, priced €2 per day. The car park at Phoenix Park Station is privately owned and operated.0 -
http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4263The game takes place at Croke Park Stadium, Dublin on Sunday.
Croke Park
Minor Football Semi-final - Armagh v Kerry - 13.30hrs
Senior Football Semi-final - Cork v Tyrone - 15.30hrs
Stiles opening at 12.30 hrs. Expected Attendance 50,000. Event Finish at 17.00 hrs.
Patrons Travelling to Croke Park:
All patrons travelling to Croke Park Stadium for the event are advised to utilise public transport and the park and ride facilities. Croke Park stadium is serviced by bus, train and Luas transport facilities.
Patrons who travel by road are advised to travel early to avail of the supervised parking facilities.
There are two supervised car parks available in the vicinity of Croke Park.
1. Clonliffe College, Drumcondra Road 3,100 spaces
(Access from Lower Drumcondra Road)
2. O’Connell’s School, North Richmond Street. 400 Spaces
(Access from the North Circular Road.)
No Traffic will be permitted to leave the car parks for a period after the game, in order to allow foot patrons leave the area safely.
Patrons should be aware that illegally parked vehicles will be impounded or clamped and will be liable to a fine of €130.00.
Drivers should be aware that illegally or improperly parked vehicles have the potential to cause traffic disruption, obstruction and difficulty to emergency vehicles that may need to access the narrow residential streets that surround Croke Park Stadium.
Patrons are advised to travel to Croke Park via the M50 motorway to Navan Road, Finglas Road, Drumcondra Road. These routes lead directly to Croke Park. Supporters arriving via the M50 / M1 motorways are advised to allow time for traffic delays. Dublin Port Tunnel will be open to all vehicles.
After the game patrons will have the option of travelling the Belfast Road (M1) or on the M50 to the (N2) Ashbourne Road, (N3) Navan Road, (N4) Lucan Road and (N7) Naas Road.
Special Needs Parking:
There are no special needs parking facilities on the public streets within the Croke Park cordon area. The parking facility in Clonliffe College does have a large and very suitable special needs parking facility very close to the stadium.
Bus/Coach Parking:
There is a bus/coach parking facility at Mountjoy Square and a secondary facility at Western Way (off Phibsboro Road).
Park and Ride Facility:
There will be two park and ride facilities in operation for this event. They will be from the following locations. Patrons availing of the facility will be transported by bus to and from Croke Park.
1. Fingallians G.A.A Club, Swords, Co Dublin.
2. Naas GAA Club, Naas, Co Kildare.
Pre Event Traffic Restrictions:
As with all events at Croke Park, a Garda Cordon will be in effect on the streets that lead to Croke Park. Only accredited vehicles will be permitted to pass by this cordon. All vehicles will be checked for accreditation.
Local residents, their immediate families, local business community are in possession of passes and will be facilitated at the barriers. Passes however do not guarantee entry through the cordon where pedestrian volumes exist.
As a guideline the Garda cordon will be in place one hour prior to stiles opening time and one hour post event to enable match patrons to arrive and depart safely.
Patron Search:
All patrons entering the Garda cordon will be the subject of a ticket check by Stewards and search by Gardai. Any offensive articles, e.g. glass bottles, air horns, large flagpoles will be seized. Patrons are advised not to bring any unnecessary baggage with them and are advised to travel early to the stadium to avoid any unnecessary delays.
Ticket Outlets Outside Croke Park:
There will be four official G.A.A ticket sales outlets on the day of the event and will be located as follows:
1. Gills Corner.
2. Dorset Street.
3. Archbishops Palace.
4. Ballybough Road.
Patrons attending the games are strongly advised to purchase tickets only from the official G.A.A. ticket outlets above and not from unaccredited sources on the street.
Tickets purchased from unaccredited sources will not gain entry at stiles.
Public Order:
Patrons are advised that the Gardaí will not permit the consumption of alcohol outside public houses, while walking along the street or in any other public place.
Patrons are asked to have consideration for local residents and refrain from anti-social behaviour (drinking and urinating).
Crime:
Patrons are advised to be aware of their own personal safety and security while attending the event. They should ensure the security of personal belongings while on route to and from the stadium i.e. purses / wallets / tickets / Mobile Phones.
Patrons who arrive by vehicle should also ensure that property is not left exposed in parked vehicles. They should ensure that car windows, sunroofs are correctly closed.
Croke Park Hotel Car Park:
All residents of the Croke Park Hotel will be permitted entry subject to pedestrian presence at the time and are requested to access the hotel via North Circular Road / Russell Street junction where there will be a register of all guest vehicles.0 -
http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4297All Ireland Championships Football Semi-Finals - 30/8/09.
These take place at Croke Park Stadium, Dunlin. An attendance of 45,000 is expected.
Stiles Opening at 12.30 hrs. Event Finish at 17.00 hrs.
Minor Football Semi-final - Down v Mayo ...... 13.30hrs
Senior Football Semi-final - Meath v Kerry ..... 15.30hrs
The above game takes place at Croke Park Stadium on Sunday, the 30th August 2009. An attendance of 45,000 is expected at the event.
Patrons Travelling to Croke Park:
All patrons travelling to Croke Park Stadium for the event are advised to utilise public transport and the park and ride facilities. Croke Park stadium is serviced by bus, train and Luas transport facilities.
Patrons who travel by road are advised to travel early to avail of the supervised parking facilities.
There are two supervised car parks available in the vicinity of Croke Park.
1. Clonliffe College, Drumcondra Road (Access from Lower Drumcondra Road) 3,100 spaces
2. O’Connell’s School, North Richmond Street. (Access from the North Circular Road.) 400 Spaces
No Traffic will be permitted to leave the car parks for a period after the game, in order to allow foot patrons leave the area safely.
Patrons should be aware that illegally parked vehicles will be impounded or clamped and will be liable to a fine of €130.00.
Drivers should be aware that illegally or improperly parked vehicles have the potential to cause traffic disruption, obstruction and difficulty to emergency vehicles that may need to access the narrow residential streets that surround Croke Park Stadium.
Patrons are advised to travel to Croke Park via the M50 motorway to Navan Road, Finglas Road, Drumcondra Road. These routes lead directly to Croke Park. Supporters arriving via the M50 / M1 motorways are advised to allow time for traffic delays. Dublin Port Tunnel will be open to all vehicles.
After the game patrons will have the option of travelling the Belfast Road (M1) or on the M50 to the (N2) Ashbourne Road, (N3) Navan Road, (N4) Lucan Road, (N7) Naas Road and (N11) Wexford Road.
Special Needs Parking:
There are no special needs parking facilities on the public streets within the Croke Park cordon area. The parking facility in Clonliffe College does have a large and very suitable special needs parking facility very close to the stadium.
Bus/Coach Parking:
There is a bus/coach parking facility at Mountjoy Square and a secondary facility at Western Way (off Phibsboro Road).
Park and Ride Facility:
There will be two park and ride facilities in operation for this event. They will be from the following locations. Patrons availing of the facility will be transported by bus to and from Croke Park.
1. Fingallians G.A.A Club, Swords, Co. Dublin.
2. Naas GAA Club, Naas, Co. Kildare.
Pre Event Traffic Restrictions:
As with all events at Croke Park, a Garda Cordon will be in effect on the streets that lead to Croke Park. Only accredited vehicles will be permitted to pass by this cordon. All vehicles will be checked for accreditation.
Local residents, their immediate families, local business community are in possession of passes and will be facilitated at the barriers. Passes however do not guarantee entry through the cordon where pedestrian volumes exist.
As a guideline the Garda cordon will be in place one hour prior to stiles opening time and one hour post event to enable match patrons to arrive and depart safely.
Patron Search:
All patrons entering the Garda cordon will be the subject of a ticket check by Stewards and search by Gardai. Any offensive articles, e.g. glass bottles, air horns, large flagpoles will be seized. Patrons are advised not to bring any unnecessary baggage with them and are advised to travel early to the stadium to avoid any unnecessary delays.
Ticket Outlets Outside Croke Park:
There will be four official G.A.A ticket sales outlets on the day of the event and will be located as follows:
1. Gills Corner.
2. Dorset Street.
3. Archbishops Palace.
4. Ballybough Road.
Patrons attending the games are strongly advised to purchase tickets only from the official G.A.A. ticket outlets above and not from unaccredited sources on the street. Tickets purchased from unaccredited sources will not gain entry at stiles.
Public Order:
Patrons are advised that the Gardaí will not permit the consumption of alcohol outside public houses, while walking along the street or in any other public place.
Patrons are asked to have consideration for local residents and refrain from anti-social behaviour (drinking and urinating).
Crime:
Patrons are advised to be aware of their own personal safety and security while attending the event. They should ensure the security of personal belongings while on route to and from the stadium i.e. purses/wallets/tickets/ Mobile Phones.
Patrons who arrive by vehicle should also ensure that property is not left exposed in parked vehicles. They should ensure that car windows, sunroofs are correctly closed.
Croke Park Hotel Car Park:
All residents of the Croke Park Hotel will be permitted entry subject to pedestrian presence at the time and are requested to access the hotel via North Circular Road / Russell Street junction where there will be a register of all guest vehicles.0 -
http://www.electricpicnic.ie/html/faq.htmlTravel Questions
* Q: I'm travelling from the UK - can you tell me best way of getting to the festival.
A: Best airport to fly into is Dublin Airport. Read more on Travelling By Plane
* Q: I'm trying to find out what bus I can get to the festival?
A: There are official buses departing from Dublin & Beflast - Read more on Travelling By Bus. If you are travelling from other areas please check www.buseireann.ie or www.irishrail.ie for scheduled transport to Portlaoise, which is about 15 minutes from the festival site.
http://www.electricpicnic.ie/html/bus_rail.htmlBUSES
From Dublin
Friday 29th departures from 10am until 6pm from Custom House Quay.
Friday 29th Dublin Airport Pick up at 11am and 3pm.
Saturday 30th departures to festival 11am until 1pm
Coaches return to Dublin from 10pm Saturday & Sunday 31st
Coaches return to Dublin Monday morning until 2pm
Price: €EU28 Return
Coaches by Bus Eireann - Online Bookings
From Dublin Airport
There is one bus service direct from Airport to Festival departs from the Bus Eireann bus stop on Friday 4th from Dublin Airport at 2pm. Ticket EU28 can be purchased on the bus and includes return journey to Dublin.
From Cork
Departing from Cork Parnell Place
Friday 04TH September at 08.00
Serving Fermoy, Mitchelstown, Cahir
Departing Stradbally
Monday 07th September @ 12.00
Tickets €35.00 on sale now at the Travel Centre
Call 021 4508188 to book your ticket
Coaches by Bus Eireann - Online Bookings
From Galway
Services will depart Bus Éireann Bus Station, Eyre Square at 12.00 on Friday, 4 September 2009.
Return Services will depart Stradbally on Monday, 7 September at 09.00.
Tickets must be purchased in advance from Bus Éireann Travel Centre, Eyre Square, Galway.
Return Fare = €35.00 Online Bookings
From Limerick / Tipperary
Pick Up Point Friday Friday Friday Saturday Day Trip Sunday Day Trip
Limerick 09:00 14:00 17:00 09:00 09:00
Nenagh 09:35 14:35 17:35 09:35 09:35
Roscrea 10:15 15:15 17:15 10:15 10:15
Mountrath 10:35 15:35 17:35 10:35 10:35
Tipperary 09:00 14:00 17:00 09:00 09:00
Cashel 09:35 14:35 17:35 09:35 09:35
Abbeyleix 11:00 16:00 19:00 11:00 11:00
Return Monday Ex Electric Picnic
10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30
Coaches by Kelly Travel
Tel: +353 (0) 61 384422 Email: concerttravel@gmail.com Web: www.kellytravel.ie
From Sligo
Information available at www.fureysofsligo.com or Tel: +353 (0)71 9163092
From Belfast
Information is available at www.coachestoconcerts.co.uk
TRAINS
The nearest train station is Portlaoise train station which is about 15 minute drive away. You can check scheduled train from Dublin or other cities at www.irishrail.ie
Shuttle buses from Portlaoise Train Station courtesy of Kanes Travel
Buses will be at station waiting for every train arriving
Friday from 12.24 - 21.56
Saturday from 07.53 - 14.24
Return shuttles available from Monday 08.00 to 13.30
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http://www.garda.ie/Default.aspxThe Electric Picnic takes place in Stradbally, Laois on the weekend of the 4 - 6 September 2009
http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4301Designated privately operated car parking is provided adjacent to the event site on all approved routes. This parking is free to all ticket holders.
All approved routes leading to designated parking areas for the event are clearly sign posted and patrons are urged to follow these routes to avoid unnecessary delay and traffic disruption.
Key junctions and points will be manned by Gardaí.
Designated privately operated car parking is provided adjacent to the event site on all approved routes. This parking is free to all ticket holders.
No roadside parking will be permitted.
Coaches and camper vans are requested to follow the specific “Coach & Camper Van” sign’s. Vehicles displaying ‘Disabled Permit’ should also follow this route.
Routes:-
M7. - All event traffic travelling on the M7 will exit at ‘EXIT 16’ and on to
Broomfield roundabout on Stradbally road.
N7. - Continue onto M7 and exit as above.
Via Portlaoise - proceed to Stradbally road and on to Broomfield roundabout.
At Broomfield roundabout, Coaches and Campervans will be directed onto N80 to Stradbally. All other event traffic will be directed to designated parking.
N8. - At Abbeyleix, turn right to Stradbally via Ballyroan. (Coaches and Campervans - continue straight to M7 and Exit 16)
N80 via Carlow – proceed straight to Stradbally.
R428 via Athy – proceed straight to Stradbally.
All staff and services will use their pre notified routes. The use of any other route will necessitate parking in the patron parking areas.
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=508A Faster way to the Electric Picnic by Marketing Department
Portlaoise is just 12km away from the Electric Picnic and with plenty of shuttle bus and taxi services running to and from Portlaoise station there is no excuse not to take the train! With fares from only €17.40 Student return!
Scheduled Train Services
Friday -4th Sept Dublin - Portlaoise
Saturday-5th Sept Dublin -Portlaoise
Sunday - 6th Sept Portlaoise -Dublin
Other Train Services Various Origins/Destinations
Shuttle Bus / Taxi Services*
Shuttle Bus Services
Taxi Service to/from Portlaoise
*Disclaimer
Friday 4th Sept Services Heuston to Portlaoise
Time Origin Destination
Dept: 06:15 Arr: 07:25 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 07:00 Arr: 07:53 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 09:25 Arr: 10:24 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 11:25 Arr: 12:24 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 13:25 Arr: 14:24 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 15:25 Arr: 16:24 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 17:25 Arr: 18:31 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 18:05 Arr: 19:14 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 18:35 Arr: 19:36 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 19:00 Arr: 19:53 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 21:00 Arr: 21:56 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Saturday 5th Sept Services Heuston to Portlaoise
Time Origin Destination
Dept: 06:15 Arr: 07:25 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 07:00 Arr: 07:53 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 09:25 Arr: 10:24 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 11:25 Arr: 12:24 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 13:25 Arr: 14:24 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 15:25 Arr: 16:24 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 17:25 Arr: 18:31 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 18:35 Arr: 19:36 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 19:00 Arr: 19:53 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Dept: 21:00 Arr: 21:56 Dublin Heuston Portlaoise
Sunday 6th Sept Return Services Portloaise to Dublin
Time Origin Destination
Dept: 06:30 Arr: 07:40 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 06:51 Arr: 07:57 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 07:10 Arr: 08:23 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 07:20 Arr: 08:38 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 07:40 Arr: 08:58 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 08:50 Arr: 09:55 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 11:15 Arr: 12:25 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 13:52 Arr: 15:00 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 14:09 Arr: 15:15 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 15:31 Arr: 16:35 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 18:57 Arr: 20:08 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 19:25 Arr: 20:41 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 21:39 Arr: 22:47 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
Dept: 22:12 Arr: 23:15 Portlaoise Dublin Heuston
For other Origin/Destination Stations please use our Journey Planner to find the best train times for you: Journey Planner
Shuttle Bus Information
Shuttle Bus Info provided by ElectricPicnic.ie
Shuttle buses from Portlaoise Train Station provided Kanes Travel Buses will be at station waiting for every train arriving.
Friday from 12:24 - 21:56
Saturday from 07:53 - 14:24
Return shuttles available from Monday 08:00 to 13:30
Fare: €4 per person one way
(Other Bus Operators maybe servicing this event)
Taxi Information
Taxi Info provided by ElectricPicnic.ie
Portlaoise CO-OP Taxis: Tel: 057 86 65555
A1 Team: Large fleet of taxis and mini buses. Tel: 057 86 82222
Individual Taxis
• Pat Byrnes Taxi Tel: 087 2857264
• Carrolls Xpress Taxis Tel: 057 86 65000
• Martin's Taxi Tel: 086 8770273
• Streetcars Tel: 057 8660626
• Dunnes Taxi Service Tel: 057 86 60022
• Hughies Taxi Service Tel: 057 8662555
• Andrew Molloy Tel: 057 86 22740
*Disclaimer: Iarnród Éireann has no affliation with any of the shuttle or taxi services running from Portlaoise Station. Please contact them directly with any queries.
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=505All Ireland Senior Hurling Final Special Services by Marketing Department
Iarnród Éireann are providing special services for supporters travelling to the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Final between Tipperary and Kilkenny in Croke Park on Sunday 6th September 2009.
Click here to book your train tickets. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.asp
http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.aspSeat Reservation - Choose Special Service
Special Services Available to Book.
Please note child tickets are valid for children under sixteen years of age. Proof of age may be required.
No alcohol or glass bottles will be allowed on the special trains.
Student travel cards and other discount cards including Dept of Social and Family passes are not valid on special trains.
Tickets to Special Trains are Non Refundable.
Passengers collecting tickets at Arklow please note that your tickets will not be ready for collection until Friday afternoon.
For our regular scheduled services, please click here. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp
All Ireland Minor Hurling Final Galway V Kilkenny
Sunday 6th September
Departing Galway 07:55 Dublin Heuston 10:28 Sunday 6th September-2009
Returning Dublin Heuston 19:15 Galway
All Ireland Senior Hurling Final Tipperary V Kilkenny
Sunday 6th September
Departing Limerick Junction 08:30 Dublin Heuston 10:20 Sunday 6th September-2009
Returning Dublin Heuston 19:20 Limerick Junction
All Ireland Senior Hurling Final Tipperary V Kilkenny
Sunday 6th September
Departing Thurles 08:30 Dublin Heuston 10:05 Sunday 6th September-2009
Returning Dublin Heuston 18:45 Thurles
All Ireland Senior Hurling Final Kilkenny V Tipperary
Sunday 6th September
Departing Waterford 09:00 Dublin Heuston 11:25 Sunday 6th September-2009
Returning Dublin Heuston 19:35 Waterford
All Ireland Senior Hurling Final Kilkenny V Tipperary
Sunday 6th September SOLD OUT
Departing Kilkenny 09:10 Dublin Heuston 10:38 Sunday 6th September-2009
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http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4311All Ireland Hurling Championship Finals - 6/9/09
The above game takes place at Croke Park on Sunday - 6th September 2009.
Stiles opening at 12.00 hrs. Event Finish at 17.00 hrs.
Minor Hurling Final - Kilkenny v Galway 13.15hrs
Senior Hurling Final - Kilkenny v Tipperary 15.30hrs
An attendance of 83,200 is expected at the event.
Patrons Travelling to Croke Park:
All patrons travelling to Croke Park Stadium for the event are advised to utilise public transport and the park and ride facilities. Croke Park stadium is serviced by bus, train and Luas transport facilities.
Patrons who travel by road are advised to travel early to avail of the supervised parking facilities.
There are two supervised car parks available in the vicinity of Croke Park.
1. Clonliffe College, Drumcondra Road 3,100 spaces
(Access from Lower Drumcondra Road)
2. O’Connell’s School, North Richmond Street. 400 Spaces
(Access from the North Circular Road.)
No Traffic will be permitted to leave the car parks for a period after the game, in order to allow foot patrons leave the area safely.
Patrons should be aware that illegally parked vehicles will be impounded or clamped and will be liable to a fine of €130.00.
Drivers should be aware that illegally or improperly parked vehicles have the potential to cause traffic disruption, obstruction and difficulty to emergency vehicles that may need to access the narrow residential streets that surround Croke Park Stadium.
Patrons are advised to travel to Croke Park via the M50 motorway to Navan Road, Finglas Road, Drumcondra Road. These routes lead directly to Croke Park. Supporters arriving via the M50 /M1 motorways are advised to allow time for traffic delays. Dublin Port Tunnel will be open to all vehicles.
After the game patrons will have the option of travelling the Belfast Road (M1) or on the M50 to the (N2) Ashbourne Road, (N3) Navan Road, (N4) Lucan Road, (N7) Naas Road and (N11) Wexford Road.
Special Needs Parking:
There are no special needs parking facilities on the public streets within the Croke Park cordon area. The parking facility in Clonliffe College does have a large and very suitable special needs parking facility very close to the stadium. Entry is via Drumcondra Road only.
Bus/Coach Parking:
There is a bus/coach parking facility at Mountjoy Square and a secondary facility at Western Way (off Phibsboro Road).
Park and Ride Facility:
There will be two park and ride facilities in operation for this event. They will be from the following locations. Patrons availing of the facility will be transported by bus to and from Croke Park.
1. Fingallians G.A.A Club, Swords, Co. Dublin.
2. Naas GAA Club, Naas, Co. Kildare.
Pre Event Traffic Restrictions:
As with all events at Croke Park, a Garda Cordon will be in effect on the streets that lead to Croke Park. Only accredited vehicles will be permitted to pass by this cordon. All vehicles will be checked for accreditation.
Local residents, their immediate families, local business community are in possession of passes and will be facilitated at the barriers. Passes however do not guarantee entry through the cordon where pedestrian volumes exist.
As a guideline the Garda cordon will be in place one hour prior to stiles opening time and one hour post event to enable match patrons to arrive and depart safely.
Patron Search:
All patrons entering the Garda cordon will be the subject of a ticket check by Stewards and search by Gardai. Any offensive articles, e.g. glass bottles, air horns, large flagpoles will be seized. Patrons are advised not to bring any unnecessary baggage with them and are advised to travel early to the stadium to avoid any unnecessary delays.
Ticket Outlets Outside Croke Park:
There are No ticket sales on the day of the event. However there will be an official G.A.A ticket outlet for collection only and will be located as follows:
1. Gills Corner.
Patrons attending the games are strongly advised to purchase tickets only through the official GAA sources. Tickets purchased from unaccredited sources will not gain entry at stiles.
Public Order:
Patrons are advised that the Gardaí will not permit the consumption of alcohol outside public houses, while walking along the street or in any other public place.
Patrons are asked to have consideration for local residents and refrain from anti-social behaviour such as on street drinking and urinating etc.
Crime:
Patrons are advised to be aware of their own personal safety and security while attending the event. They should ensure the security of personal belongings while on route to and from the stadium i.e. purses/wallets/tickets/ Mobile Phones.
Patrons who arrive by vehicle should also ensure that property is not left exposed in parked vehicles. They should ensure that car windows, sunroofs are correctly closed.
Croke Park Hotel Car Park:
All residents of the Croke Park Hotel will be permitted entry subject to pedestrian presence at the time and are requested to access the hotel via North Circular Road / Russell Street junction where there will be a register of all guest vehicles.0 -
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=509Rep. of Ireland V South Africa in Thomond Park by Marketing Department
Rep. of Ireland V South Africa
International Friendly ~ Thomond Park
Tuesday the 8th of September
Iarnród Éireann is providing a return service to Cork from Limerick for supporters travelling to the Republic of Ireland v South Africa international soccer friendly in Thomond Park on Tuesday 8th September.
The 22:00 service from Limerick to Cork has been deferred to 22:30 to facilitate supporters travelling back after the game to Cork.
The 22.30 will be serving:
22:30 dep. Limerick
23:00 change at Limerick Junction
23:18 Charleville
23:35 Mallow
Arrive Cork: 00:09
There is a limited number of seats available ~ Book Now http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=511Munster V Cardiff Blues in Thomond Park by Marketing Department
Munster V Cardiff Blues
Magners league ~ Thomond Park
Friday the 11th of September
Iarnród Éireann is providing a return service to Cork from Limerick for supporters travelling to the Munster v Cardiff Blues first home league game in Thomond Park on Friday the 11th September.
The 22:00 service from Limerick to Cork will facilitate supporters travelling back after the game to Cork.
The 22.00 will be serving:
22:00 dep. Limerick
22:28 change at Limerick Junction (dep. 22.49)
23:21 Mallow
Arrive Cork: 23:55
There is a limited number of seats available ~ Book Now http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp
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http://www.gaa.ie/page/gaa_football_all_ireland_senior_championship3.htmlGAA Football All Ireland Senior Championship
Final
Sunday 20th Sep 2009
Time Venue Team 1 Team 2 Referee
3 30 PM Páirc an Chrócaigh Cork Kerry Marty Duffy
Broadcast:RTE2
http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=513All Ireland Football Final Trains by Marketing Department
Seats are selling fast on the extra services out of Cork and Kerry for the All Ireland Football Final. All intending passengers are being asked to purchase their rail tickets in advance or reserve their seats on-line by using the Journey Planner http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp on www.irishrail.ie or clicking here. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp
There is also a special service running from Mayo for the minor game, click here for details. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.asp
http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables_junction1.aspEx-Cork
0630
0700
0730
0800 Change at Mallow
0830
0900
1030
Ex-Tralee
0630
0715
1115 Change at Mallow
Ex-Killarney
0630
0730
0748
Ex-Mallow
0700
0723
0753
0845
0852
0922
1052
Ex-Charleville
0712
0738
0808
0907
0937
1107
http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.aspSeat Reservation - Choose Special Service
Special Services Available to Book.
Please note child tickets are valid for children under sixteen years of age. Proof of age may be required.
No alcohol or glass bottles will be allowed on the special trains.
Student travel cards and other discount cards including Dept of Social and Family passes are not valid on special trains.
Tickets to Special Trains are Non Refundable.
Passengers collecting tickets at Arklow please note that your tickets will not be ready for collection until Friday afternoon.
For our regular scheduled services, please click here. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp
Mayo V Armagh Minor Football Final Special
Sunday 20th September
Departing Westport 07:15 Dublin Heuston 10:20 Sunday 20th September-2009
Returning Dublin Heuston 19:15 Westport
Extra departures on Maynooth line:
Maynooth 11:00, 12:00, 13:00
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http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4327&Lang=1All Ireland Camogie and 21 Hurling Championship Finals - Sunday, 13/9/09
The games take place at Croke Park on Sunday 13th September 2009.
Stiles Opening at 11.30am Event Finish at 18.00pm.
Junior Camogie - Offaly -V- Waterford 12.45hrs
Senior Camogie - Kilkenny -v- Cork 14.45hrs
U21 Hurling Final - Kilkenny -V- Clare 16.30hrs
An attendance of 20,000 is expected at the event.
Patrons Travelling to Croke Park:
All patrons travelling to Croke Park Stadium for the event are advised to utilise public transport and the park and ride facilities. Croke Park stadium is serviced by bus, train and Luas transport facilities.
Please note that there are bus transfers in operation on the Heuston Station and Newbridge/Portlaoise and Cork, Tralee and limerick services from 20.00pm on Saturday evening to 9.30am on Sunday morning. Further details on www.irishrail.ie
Patrons who travel by road are advised to travel early to avail of the supervised parking facilities.
There are two supervised car parks available in the vicinity of Croke Park.
1. Clonliffe College, Drumcondra Road (Access from Lower Drumcondra Road) 3,100 spaces
2. O’Connell’s School, North Richmond Street. (Access from the North Circular Road.)
400 Spaces
No Traffic will be permitted to leave the car parks for a period after the game, in order to allow foot patrons leave the area safely.
Patrons should be aware that illegally parked vehicles will be impounded or clamped and will be liable to a fine of €130.00.
Drivers should be aware that illegally or improperly parked vehicles have the potential to cause traffic disruption, obstruction and difficulty to emergency vehicles that may need to access the narrow residential streets that surround Croke Park Stadium.
Patrons are advised to travel to Croke Park via the M50 motorway to Navan Road, Finglas Road, Drumcondra Road. These routes lead directly to Croke Park. Supporters arriving via the M50 / M1 motorways are advised to allow time for traffic delays. Dublin Port Tunnel will be open to all vehicles.
After the game patrons will have the option of travelling the Belfast Road (M1) or on the M50 to the (N2) Ashbourne Road, (N3) Navan Road, (N4) Lucan Road, (N7) Naas Road and (N11)Wexford Road.
Special Needs Parking:
There are no special needs parking facilities on the public streets within the Croke Park cordon area. The parking facility in Clonliffe College does have a large and very suitable special needs parking facility very close to the stadium. Entry is via Drumcondra Road only.
Bus/Coach Parking:
There is a bus/coach parking facility at Mountjoy Square and a secondary facility at Western Way (off Phibsboro Road)
Park and Ride Facility:
There will be two park and ride facilities in operation for this event. They will be from the following locations. Patrons availing of the facility will be transported by bus to and from Croke Park.
1. Fingallians G.A.A Club, Swords, Co Dublin.
2. Naas GAA Club, Naas, Co Kildare.
Pre Event Traffic Restrictions:
As with all events at Croke Park, a Garda Cordon will be in effect on the streets that lead to Croke Park. Only accredited vehicles will be permitted to pass by this cordon. All vehicles will be checked for accreditation.
Local residents, their immediate families, local business community are in possession of passes and will be facilitated at the barriers. Passes however do not guarantee entry through the cordon where pedestrian volumes exist.
As a guideline the Garda cordon will be in place one hour prior to stiles opening time and one hour post event to enable match patrons to arrive and depart safely.
Patron Search:
All patrons entering the Garda cordon will be the subject of a ticket check by Stewards and search by Gardai. Any offensive articles, e.g. glass bottles, air horns, large flagpoles will be seized. Patrons are advised not to bring any unnecessary baggage with them and are advised to travel early to the stadium to avoid any unnecessary delays.
Ticket Outlets Outside Croke Park:
There will be three ticket sales outlets on the day of the event.
1. Gills Corner.
2. Dorset Street.
3. Ballybough Road.
Patrons attending the games are strongly advised to purchase tickets only through the official GAA sources. Tickets purchased from unaccredited sources will not gain entry at stiles.
Public Order:
Patrons are advised that the Gardaí will not permit the consumption of alcohol outside public houses, while walking along the street or in any other public place.
Patrons are asked to have consideration for local residents and refrain from anti-social behaviour such as on street drinking and urinating etc.
Crime:
Patrons are advised to be aware of their own personal safety and security while attending the event. They should ensure the security of personal belongings while on route to and from the stadium i.e. purses/wallets/tickets/ Mobile Phones.
Patrons who arrive by vehicle should also ensure that property is not left exposed in parked vehicles. They should ensure that car windows, sunroofs are correctly closed.
Croke Park Hotel Car Park:
All residents of the Croke Park Hotel will be permitted entry subject to pedestrian presence at the time and are requested to access the hotel via North Circular Road / Russell Street junction where there will be a register of all guest vehicles.0 -
http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=763&month=SepAll Ireland Football Final
Travel from Cork to All-Ireland Football Final for just €25.
Cork GAA fans can travel to Dublin and back for the All-Ireland Senior Football Final for just €25 return with a special service from Bus Éireann.
The Football Final Service will depart Cork at 7.30am on Sunday, September 20th 2009 and serve Fermoy and Mitchelstown. It will depart Dublin that evening from Busaras at 6.30pm.
Tickets and information are available from the Travel Centre or by calling 021 450 8188. Pre-booking is essential.
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http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=767&month=SepGetting to National Ploughing Championships is Easy with Bus Eireann’s Range of Special Services
Bus Éireann is providing a range of services to make it easy to get to and from the National Ploughing Championships in Cardenton near Athy.
These include a Park n Ride Service, shuttle services from Athy and nearby train stations, and special services from Clonmel and Kilkenny.
Bus Éireann is providing a Park n Ride service for the National Ploughing Association from the Bert Bridge Car Park to the site of the Championship. The bus service is free to customers and will operate every five minutes in each direction from 07.00 to 19.00 for the three days of the Championship from September 22nd to September 24th 2009 inclusive.
Bus Éireann is also operating a shuttle service to the Championship site from Athy. The shuttle will start from the town at Paddy Dunnes Pub, Woodstock Street, to the bus stop at St. Vincent’s Hospital. The service from the town will operate from 10.00 every 30 minutes to 14.00 inclusive and every 30 minutes from 15.00 until l17.30. From St. Vincent’s bus stop into Athy it will operate from 10.15 every 30 minutes until 15.15. The journey time will be approximately 10 minutes in each direction. The fare is €4 return.
In conjunction with Irish Rail, Bus Éireann is operating shuttle buses from Athy Station, Portarlington Station and Kildare Station to cater for train services from Cork, Tralee, Limerick, Ennis and Galway (all via Portarlington), Heuston Station, Dublin (via Kildare) and Waterford (via Athy)
Details of train services and how to book combined rail and bus shuttle tickets are available on Irish Rail’s website www.irishrail.ie.
Bus Éireann is also providing special fare services from Clonmel and Kilkenny during the Championships for just €10 return. The special services will operate six times a day each way. Services start from Clonmel at 8am each day and from Kilkenny each day at 9.15am. Customers using these services can also avail of the shuttle bus service from Athy (Woodstock Street) to the Ploughing Championship for free when they present their Bus Éireann ticket.
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=513All Ireland Football Final Trains by Marketing Department
Seats are selling fast on the extra services out of Cork and Kerry for the All Ireland Football Final. All intending passengers are asked to purchase their rail tickets in advance, click here. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp
There is a special service running from Limerick for the All Ireland Football finals, click here for details. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.asp
There is also a special service running from Mayo for the minor game, click here for details. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.asp
http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.aspAll Ireland Senior Football Final Cork V Kerry
Sunday 20th September
Departing Limerick 09:15 Dublin Heuston 11:30 Sunday 20th September-2009
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http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4340All Ireland Football Final at Croke Park on the 20/9/09.
Garda Event Management Arrangements
Stiles Opening at - 12.00 hrs. Event Finish at - 17.30 hrs.
Minor Football ....... Armagh v Mayo 13.15hrs
Senior Football ...... Cork v Kerry 15.30hrs
The above game takes place at Croke Park on Sunday, the 20th September 2009. An attendance of 83,200 is expected at the event.
Patrons Travelling to Croke Park:
All patrons travelling to Croke Park Stadium for the event are advised to utilise public transport and the park and ride facilities. Croke Park stadium is serviced by bus, train and Luas transport facilities.
Patrons who travel by road are advised to travel early to avail of the supervised parking facilities.
There are two supervised car parks available in the vicinity of Croke Park:
1. Clonliffe College, Drumcondra Road 3,100 spaces
(Access from Lower Drumcondra Road) 100 Special Needs Spaces
2. O’Connell’s School, North Richmond Street. 400 Spaces
(Access from the North Circular Road.) 10 Special Needs Spaces
No Traffic will be permitted to leave the car parks for a period after the game, in order to allow foot patrons leave the area safely.
Patrons should be aware that illegally parked vehicles will be impounded or clamped and will be liable to a fine of €130.00.
Drivers should be aware that illegally or improperly parked vehicles have the potential to cause traffic disruption, obstruction and difficulty to emergency vehicles that may need to access the narrow residential streets that surround Croke Park Stadium.
Patrons are advised to travel to Croke Park via the M50 motorway to Navan Road, Finglas Road, Drumcondra Road. These routes lead directly to Croke Park. Supporters arriving via the M50 /M1 motorways are advised to allow time for traffic delays. Dublin Port Tunnel will be open to all vehicles.
After the game patrons will have the option of travelling the Belfast Road (M1) or on the M50 to the (N2) Ashbourne Road, (N3) Navan Road, (N4) Lucan Road, (N7) Naas Road and (N11) Wexford Road.
Special Needs Parking:
There are no special needs parking facilities on the public streets within the Croke Park cordon area. The parking facility in Clonliffe College does have a large and very suitable special needs parking facility very close to the stadium. Entry is via Drumcondra Road only.
Bus/Coach Parking:
There is a limited bus/coach parking facility at Mountjoy Square South and East. There will not be any facility for coach parking on Mountjoy Square North or West. Parking will be on a first come first served basis. Ensure that parking regulations are complied with. Double parking of buses will not be permitted. Drivers are also requested to only turn engines when in a position to depart Mountjoy Square.
There is a secondary parking facility at Western Way (off Phibsboro Road). Drivers utilising this facility are also asked to comply with the above requirements.
Park and Ride Facility:
There will be two park and ride facilities in operation for this event. They will be from the following locations. Patrons availing of the facility will be transported by bus to and from Croke Park.
1. Fingallians G.A.A Club, Swords, Co. Dublin.
2. Naas GAA Club, Naas, Co. Kildare.
Pre Event Traffic Restrictions:
As with all events at Croke Park, a Garda Cordon will be in effect on the streets that lead to Croke Park. Only accredited vehicles will be permitted to pass by this cordon. All vehicles will be checked for accreditation.
Local residents, their immediate families, local business community are in possession of passes and will be facilitated at the barriers. Passes however do not guarantee entry through the cordon where pedestrian volumes exist.
As a guideline the Garda cordon will be in place one hour prior to stiles opening time and one hour post event to enable match patrons to arrive and depart safely.
Patron Search:
All patrons entering the Garda cordon will be the subject of a ticket check by Stewards and search by Gardaí. Any offensive articles, e.g. glass bottles, air horns, large flagpoles will be seized. Patrons are advised not to bring any unnecessary baggage with them and are advised to travel early to the stadium to avoid any unnecessary delays.
Ticket Outlets Outside Croke Park:
There are No ticket sales on the day of the event. However there will be an official G.A.A ticket outlet for collection only and will be located as follows:
Gills Corner.
Patrons attending the games are strongly advised to purchase tickets only through the official GAA sources. Tickets purchased from unaccredited sources will not gain entry at stiles.
Public Order:
Patrons are advised that the Gardaí will not permit the consumption of alcohol outside public houses, while walking along the street or in any other public place.
Patrons are asked to have consideration for local residents and refrain from anti-social behaviour such as on street drinking and urinating etc.
Crime:
Patrons are advised to be aware of their own personal safety and security while attending the event. They should ensure the security of personal belongings while on route to and from the stadium i.e. purses / wallets / tickets / Mobile Phones.
Patrons who arrive by vehicle should also ensure that property is not left exposed in parked vehicles. They should ensure that car windows, sunroofs are correctly closed.
Croke Park Hotel Car Park:
All residents of the Croke Park Hotel will be permitted entry subject to pedestrian presence at the time and are requested to access the hotel via North Circular Road / Russell Street junction where there will be a register of all guest vehicles.
The Garda Traffic Corps in the Dublin Metropolitan Region will be operational during these events to assist with traffic management. Garda Air Support has also been requested to provide assistance.
The main affected routes are expected to be as follows:
Armagh - M1
Mayo - N2 / N3
Cork - N4 / N7
Kerry - N4 / N7
Please be aware the: -
• Traffic volumes will be increased
• Traffic delays can be expected
• Leave early and give plenty of time to reach their destination
• Car share where possible
• Utilise public transport within the DMR
Road Safety message: -
• Reduce speed
• Wear seat belts
• Never ever drink and drive
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http://www.luas.ie/page.php?name=Dublin_Culture_Night_2009__Friday_September_25th_Dublin Culture Night 2009 – Friday September 25th
Temple Bar Cultural Trust is delighted to announce details of this year’s Dublin Culture Night – a night of free late night culture for all the family! Curiosity and energy will fill Dublin city this September as workers, young people, families with children, grandparents and groups of friends escape their usual Friday evening activities to explore the Culture of Dublin for FREE!
In Dublin a record 124 cultural venues will open their doors for Culture Night including St Stephen’s Green Park, the National Museum of Ireland, the Science Gallery Trinity College, The Revenue Museum, Guinness Storehouse, RTÉ Performing Groups, Dublin Castle State Apartments, Gallery Zozimus and a Francis Street Treasure Hunt, The Ark Cultural Centre for Children and much more.
While visitors move from venue to venue, they can experience the exhilaration of live performances, music and colourful acts on the streets and open spaces including a Charlie Chaplin and stilts walkabout, dancing to La Vie en Rose in DCC Civic Offices Atrium, a 50ft inflatable whale in Wolfe Tone Park, the Discovery Gospel Choir on Exchequer Street, Tai Chi martial art performers and a Barbershop Quartet in St Stephen’s Green Park, Cuban drummers on Henry Street, Thai dancing in Ranelagh, a young people’s multimedia show in Meeting House Square and a Buí Bolg larger than life characters walkabout.
To help visitors move around on the night, LUAS are also offering 50 free, return tickets for the night. These tickets will be issued one per person on a first come, first served basis and will be available to pick up in person at The Temple Bar Cultural Information Centre, 12 East Essex Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2 from Thursday 24th September at 9am.
Dublin Bus is providing free buses along three culture trails from 6pm to 11pm. Buses will leave every 20 minutes from bus stops at Bachelor’s Walk, Aston Quay and Trinity College transporting visitors to outermost venues.
help visitors move around on the night, Dublin Bus are providing free buses along three culture trails from 6pm to 11pm. Buses will leave every 20 minutes from bus stops at Bachelor’s Walk, Aston Quay and Trinity College transporting visitors to outermost venues. LUAS are also offering 50 free, return tickets for the night.
Culture Night is a hugely important event on the cultural calendar providing people with the opportunity to discover and enjoy the rich cultural offering of the country’s cultural venues at night. This year Dublin Culture Night will see Temple Bar Cultural Trust working in partnership with the Department of Arts, Sport and Tourism, Dublin City Council, Fáilte Ireland, Dublin Tourism, Dublin Bus, DART and LUAS.
Culture Night will also take place in 10 other towns, cities and counties across Ireland on the 25th. For more information on Culture Night visit www.culturenight.ie or pick up a full programme of venues and events at participating venues or at the Temple Bar Cultural Information Centre at 12 East Essex Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
Dublin Culture Night Programme, click here
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=517Services from Cork extremely busy this weekend due to All Ireland football final by Corporate Communications
Iarnród Éireann wish to advise that all services departing Cork between 08:30hrs and 16:30hrs on Saturday 19th September are sold out.
All services from Kerry on Sunday morning are now sold out All services from Cork on Sunday morning are sold out with the exception of the 06:30hrs and 07:00hrs, where limited availability still exists.
Passengers wishing to join Cork services that are booked out at intermediate stations will not be permitted to travel.
Direct services departing Limerick are also very busy and advance booking is reccomended
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Tipperary - The M8 Dublin/Cork Rd is down to one lane bothways, between J8 and J9 at the Cashel Bypass View Map
Updated: 18/09/2009 07:54:55
There may be delays on Sunday due to the heavy volume of traffic passing through the roadworks for the GAA final in Dublin. * Anyone going to or from Tipperary / Golden / New Inn who would normally enter and exit the M8 at junction 9 is being diverted through Cashel and using J8 instead. These works are until mid November.0 -
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Some Limerick and Waterford trains are also sold out.
http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=517Services from Cork extremely busy this weekend due to All Ireland football final by Corporate Communications
Iarnród Éireann wish to advise that all services departing Cork between 08:30hrs and 16:30hrs on Saturday 19th September are sold out.
All services from Kerry on Sunday morning are now sold out All services from Cork on Sunday morning are sold out with the exception of the 06:30hrs and 07:00hrs, where limited availability still exists.
Passengers wishing to join Cork services that are booked out at intermediate stations will not be permitted to travel.
Direct services departing Limerick are also very busy and advance booking is reccomended
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http://www.luas.ie/page.php?name=Use_Luas_to_enjoy_free_events_in_Dublin_CityUse Luas to access a huge variety of free events in Dublin City!
The Paulaner Oktoberfest October 8th – 18th 2009. Visit The Paulaner Oktoberfest in George’s Dock only 2 minutes walk from Connolly Luas Stop.
OpenHouse Dublin October 8th – 11th. Use Luas to get around the city and explore Dublin’s buildings up close and in a new and exciting way.
Click here to download a press release for Oktoberfest
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http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4490World Cup Qualifiers
Rep Of Ireland -v- Italy
Saturday - 10th October 2009
Stiles Opening at 18.00pm
Match Kick Off: 20.00pm
Event Finishes: 21.45pm
Expected Attendance: 76,000
Rep Of Ireland -v- Montenegro
Wednesday - 14th October 2009#
Stiles opening at 17.00pm
Match Kick Ooff: 19.00pm
Event Finishes: 20.45pm
Expected Attendance: 60,000
Patrons Travelling to Croke Park:
All patrons travelling to Croke Park Stadium for the event are advised to utilise public transport and the park and ride facilities. Croke Park stadium is serviced by bus, train and Luas transport facilities.
Patrons who travel by road are advised to travel early to avail of the supervised parking facilities.
There are two supervised car parks available in the vicinity of Croke Park.
1. Clonliffe College, Drumcondra Road 3,100 spaces
(Access from Lower Drumcondra Road) 100 Special Needs Spaces.
2. O’Connell’s School, North Richmond Street. 400 Spaces
(Access from the North Circular Road.) 10 Special Needs Spaces
No Traffic will be permitted to leave the car parks for a period after the games, in order to allow foot patrons leave the area safely.
Patrons should be aware that illegally parked vehicles will be impounded or clamped and will be liable to a fine of €130.00.
Drivers should be aware that illegally or improperly parked vehicles have the potential to cause traffic disruption, obstruction and difficulty to emergency vehicles that may need to access the narrow residential streets that surround Croke Park Stadium.
Patrons are advised to travel to Croke Park via the M50 motorway to Navan Road, Finglas Road, Drumcondra Road. These routes lead directly to Croke Park. Supporters arriving via the M50 /M1 motorways are advised to allow time for traffic delays. Dublin Port Tunnel will be open to all vehicles.
After the game patrons will have the option of travelling the Belfast Road (M1) or on the M50 to the (N2) Ashbourne Road, (N3) Navan Road, (N4) Lucan Road, (N7) Naas Road and (N11) Wexford Road.
Special Needs Parking:
There are no special needs parking facilities on the public streets within the Croke Park cordon area.
The parking facility in Clonliffe College does have a large and very suitable special needs parking facility very close to the stadium. Entry is via Drumcondra Road only. There is a further smaller facility at O’Connells School which is again very close to the stadium.
Bus/Coach Parking:
There is a limited bus/coach parking facility at Mountjoy Square South and East. There will not be any facility for coach parking on Mountjoy Square North or West. Parking will be on a first come first served basis. Ensure that parking regulations are complied with. Double parking of buses will not be permitted. Drivers are also requested to only turn engines when in a position to depart Mountjoy Square.
There is a secondary parking facility at Western Way (off Phibsboro Road). Drivers utilising this facility are also asked to comply with the above requirements.
Park and Ride Facility:
Please refer to www.fai.ie for details of park and ride facilities.
Pre Event Traffic Restrictions:
As with all events at Croke Park, a Garda Cordon will be in effect on the streets that lead to Croke Park. Only accredited vehicles will be permitted to pass by this cordon. All vehicles will be checked for accreditation.
Local residents, their immediate families, local business community are in possession of passes and will be facilitated at the barriers. Passes however do not guarantee entry through the cordon where pedestrian volumes exist.
As a guideline the Garda cordon will be in place one hour prior to stiles opening time and one hour post event to enable match patrons to arrive and depart safely.
Patron Search:
All patrons entering the Garda cordon will be the subject of a ticket check by Stewards and search by Gardaí. Any offensive articles, e.g. glass bottles, air horns, large flagpoles will be seized. Patrons are advised not to bring any unnecessary baggage with them and are advised to travel early to the stadium to avoid any unnecessary delays.
Ticket Outlets Outside Croke Park:
Please refer to www.fai.ie for ticket sales.
Public Order:
Patrons are advised that the Gardaí will not permit the consumption of alcohol outside public houses, while walking along the street or in any other public place.
Patrons are asked to have consideration for local residents and refrain from anti-social behaviour such as on street drinking and urinating etc.
Crime:
Patrons are advised to be aware of their own personal safety and security while attending the event. They should ensure the security of personal belongings while on route to and from the stadium i.e. purses/wallets/tickets/ Mobile Phones.
Patrons who arrive by vehicle should also ensure that property is not left exposed in parked vehicles. They should ensure that car windows, sunroofs are correctly closed.
Croke Park Hotel Car Park:
All residents of the Croke Park Hotel will be permitted entry subject to pedestrian presence at the time and are requested to access the hotel via North Circular Road / Russell Street junction where there will be a register of all guest vehicles.0 -
http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=529Ireland vs. Italy - Sat 10th Oct - Special train services by Corporate Communications
Iarnrod Eireann wishes to advise customers that on Saturday 10th October, the following extra services will operate after the Republic of Ireland vs Italy soccer international at Croke Park:
23.15 Heuston to Galway
23.25 Heuston to Cork and Limerick
To book your seat, please click here. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp
http://www.railusers.ie/forum/showthread.php?p=50009#post50009Just to let you know of the Maynooth line services for the Republic of Ireland matches against Italy and Serbia Montenegro at croke park next saturday and the following wednesday.
Services on the online timetable
Saturday 10th october: Rep of Ireland v Italy
Before Match:
15:05hrs Maynooth Pearse, all stations
15:40hrs Maynooth Connolly, special service all stations
16:04hrs Maynooth Pearse, all stations
16:30hrs Maynooth Connolly, special service all stations
17:05hrs Maynooth Pearse, all stations
17:40hrs Maynooth Connolly, special service all stations
17:53hrs Maynooth Rosslare, all stations
18:20hrs Maynooth Connolly, special service all stations
18:38hrs Maynooth Pearse. all stations
After Match
21:55hrs Pearse Maynooth, all stations (Drumcondra @ 22:15hrs)
22:15hrs Connolly Maynooth, special all stations (drumcondra @ 22:30hrs)
22:30hrs Connolly Maynooth, special all stations (drumcondra @ 22:45hrs)
23:10hrs Pearse Maynooth, all stations (drumcondra @ 23:21hrs)
Wednesday 14th october: Rep of Ireland v Serbia Montenegro
Before Match:
16:52hrs Maynooth Enniscorthy (serves leixlip louisa, coolmine, drumcondra)
17:05hrs Maynooth Pearse (does not serve coolmine, castleknock or phoenix park)
17:15hrs Maynooth Pearse, all stations
17:53hrs Maynooth Rosslare, all stations
18:18hrs Maynooth Pearse, all stations
18:38hrs Maynooth Pearse, all stations
After Match:
21:45hrs Connolly Maynooth, special all stations (drumcondra @ 21:55hrs)
21:55hrs Pearse Maynooth, all stations (Drumcondra @ 22:05hrs)
22:10hrs Connolly Maynooth, special all stations (drumcondra @ 22:25hrs)
23:10hrs Pearse Maynooth, all stations (drumcondra @ 23:21hrs)0 -
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http://www.fai.ie/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=57&Itemid=3210/10/09 WC Rep of Ireland v Italy Dublin 20.00
14/10/09 WC Rep of Ireland v Montenegro Dublin 19.00
http://www.fai.ie/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=23&Itemid=4109/10/09 EQ Ireland U21 v Georgia U21 georgia Dublin [Tallaght Stadium] 7.45 pm
13/10/09 EQ Ireland U21 v Switzerland U21 sui Waterford [RSC Waterford] 7.45 pm0 -
http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=534Republic of Ireland V Montenegro by Marketing Department
Rep. of Ireland V Montenegro
Croke Park 14th of October
Kick off 19:00
Iarnród Éireann is providing a return services to Cork, Limerick & Galway for supporters travelling to the Republic of Ireland v Montenegro World Cup 2010 qualifying campaign in Croke Park on Wednesday the 14th of October.
The following services will operate after the game:
22:20 Dublin to Galway (serving Tullamore, Athlone, Ballinasloe & Athenry).
22:30 Dublin to Cork/ Limerick (serving Limerick Junction, Charleville & Mallow).
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=545Train for the Big Match Weekend by Marketing Department
Every now and then big sporting weekends come along and they won’t get any bigger than November 14th and 15th this year.
Two Irish internationals in two days will make Croke Park the destination for thousands of sporting mad Irish fans.
Save yourself the hassle of driving and travel by train for the big weekend.
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=544Need to get to Paris for the Football? by Marketing Department
There are more ways to get to Paris than flying direct. Why not talk to our European Rail team on (01) 703 1885 and see if we can get you there. Here are some sample journeys.
Brussels to Paris
* Thalys high speed service from Brussels Midi station in central Brussels to Paris Gare du Nord in the centre of Paris.
* From €86 return per adult.
* Journey time less than 1½hrs.
London to Paris
* Eurostar high speed service from St. Pancras station in central London to Paris Gare du Nord in the centre of Paris.
* From €80.50 return per adult.
* Journey time less than 2½hrs.
Amsterdam to Paris
* Thalys high speed service direct from Schipol Airport to Paris Gare du Nord in the centre of Paris.
* From €110 return per adult.
* Journey time less than 4hrs.
Please note that:
- All fares include guaranteed seat reservations.
- All fares quoted above are based on outward travel on Wed 18th, returning on Thurs 19th November.
- All fares are subject to availability.
- All fares are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Flexible tickets are available if preferred but at a higher cost.
- Discounts for Seniors (over 60’s) and Youths (under 26’s), subject to availability.
For further information and to book your rail tickets, talk to a member of our European Rail team on (01) 703 1885. Booking fees apply.0 -
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=557Sligo Rovers V Sporting Fingal Special Services by Marketing Department
Sligo Rovers V Sporting Fingal
Iarnród Éireann is providing additional services for Sligo supporters travelling to the FAI Cup Final, Sligo Rovers V Sporting Fingal in Tallaght Stadium on Sunday the 22nd of November. There is special fare on the following services of €36 Adult/ €20 child day return:
No alcohol permitted
Sligo to Dublin Connolly:
08:20 dep. Sligo
08:28 dep. Collooney
08:37 dep. Ballymote
08:50 dep. Boyle
Dublin Connolly to Sligo:
19:40 dep. Connolly ~ serving the above stations.
There is a limited availability on this special return service, Book Now to avoid disappointment. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/special_services.asp
To book on regular/ scheduled services click here. http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp
Save yourself the hassle of driving and travel by train.
How to get to Tallaght Stadium:
You can take the Luas right outside Connolly Station to Tallaght. The Stadium is approximately a 7 minute walk from the Luas stop.0 -
http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=554Cobh Wedding Trail Express Train by Marketing Department
The Inaugural Cobh Wedding Trail Express Train
Iarnród Éireann, Illusive Modelling Agency, Hotels and Businesses of the great island are delighted to be involved in the Inaugural Cobh Wedding Trail Express Train.
A reception for the wedding train begins in Kent station, Cork at 12.30p.m. with the train departing for Cobh at 13.00. This train will serve Little Island (13.07), Glounthaune (13.10), Fota (13.13), Carrigaloe (13.17), Rushbrooke (13.20), and arriving in Cobh at 13.24, on Sunday 29th November.
A separate service will depart Midleton at 12.45 serving Carrigtwohill (12.52), but passengers wishing to arrive in Cobh and not Cork will have to change at Glounthaune to connect with the Wedding train. This train will arrive in Glounthaune at 13.10.
So come and explore the Cobh Wedding Trail and enjoy an afternoon of adventure in this spectacular Cathedral town while designing your own special wedding day. Discover the hidden treasures that await you on the Great Island to assist you in planning a wedding experience that you will treasure forever.
Claire Cullinane, owner of Illusive model agency and Ireland's premiere fashion professional will be your hostess for the day, taking you on a tour of 6 select wedding venues on the Great Island, featuring a progressive fashion show, a host of select wedding entertainment, wine and food tastings.
So don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to plan your special day.
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=558Rep. of Ireland V France/Ireland V Australia Service Arrangements by Marketing Department
Rep. of Ireland V France
&
Ireland V Australia
Iarnród Éireann is providing the following additional services for supporters travelling to the Republic of Ireland V France World Cup Soccer Play off on Saturday the 14th and for supporter's going to the Ireland V Australia rugby on Sunday the 15th, both in Croke Park.
Save yourself the hassle of driving and travel by train for the big weekend.
Book Now http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp to avoid disappointment as some trains will sell out.
The following service arrangements will be in place over the two days:
Rep. of Ireland V France (Saturday 14th KO: 20:00)
Iarnród Éireann is providing additional return services to Cork, Limerick and Galway for supporters travelling to the Republic of Ireland v France World Cup Play off.
23:25 Dublin to Limerick & Cork (also serving Limerick Junction, Charleville & Mallow). Alcohol will not be allowed on this service.
23:15 Dublin to Galway (also serving Tullamore, Athlone, Ballinasloe & Athenry)
There is a limited number of seats available ~ Book Now http://www.irishrail.ie/your_journey/timetables.asp
Additional Commuter Services
15.40, 16.30, 17.40, 18.20 Maynooth to Dublin Connolly
22.15, 22.30 Dublin Connolly to Maynooth
Ireland V Australia (Sunday 15th KO:14:30)
Iarnród Éireann is providing a normal Sunday service with the following additional services for supporters travelling to the Ireland v Australia.
09:30 Cork to Dublin (also serving Mallow, Charleville & Limerick Junction)
19:15 Dublin to Galway (Tullamore, Athlone, Ballinasloe, Athenry)
Additional Commuter Services
11.00, 12.00, 13.00 Maynooth to Dublin Connolly
17.15, 17.25 Drumcondra to Maynooth
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http://www.garda.ie/Controller.aspx?Page=4610Croke Park - November Internationals - Press Release
The Republic of Ireland international football and rugby teams will be representing the country against France and Australia respectively on the weekend of the 14th and 15th of November.
The football team will kick off against France at 8pm on Saturday, beginning their attempt to reach next years World Cup in South Africa through the playoffs.
The rugby team will begin their season, and their build up to this years 6 Nations Championships, against the Wallabies on Sunday, when kick off is 3pm.
Please bear in mind trafic arrangements for both games, which are available on this page.
http://www.garda.ie/Documents/User/French%20Australian%20press%20release.docGarda Event Management Arrangements for FIFA World Cup Play Offs
Rep of Ireland v France Saturday 14th November 2009.
And
Guinness Autumn Rugby International Series
Ireland v Australia Sunday 15th November 2009.
Game 1
Stiles Opening at 18.00 hrs.
Match Details Rep Of Ireland v France 20.00hrs
Event Finish at 21.45 hrs.
Expected Attendance 75,000
The above game takes place at Croke Park on Saturday 14th November 2009.
An attendance of 75,000 is expected at the event. Stiles will open at 18.00 hrs.
Game 2
Stiles Opening at 13.00 hrs.
Match Details Ireland v Australia 15.00hrs
Event Finish at 16.45 hrs.
Expected Attendance 76,043
The above game takes place at Croke Park on Sunday 15th November 2009.
An attendance of 76,043 is expected at the event. Stiles will open at 13.00 hrs.
Patrons Travelling to Croke Park:
All patrons travelling to Croke Park Stadium for the event are advised to utilise public transport and the park and ride facilities. Croke Park stadium is serviced by bus, train and Luas transport facilities.
Patrons who travel by road are advised to travel early to avail of the supervised parking facilities.
There are two supervised car parks available in the vicinity of Croke Park.
1. Clonliffe College, Drumcondra Road 3,100 spaces
(Access from Lower Drumcondra Road) 100 Special Needs Spaces.
2. O’Connell’s School, North Richmond Street. 400 Spaces
(Access from the North Circular Road.) 10 Special Needs Spaces
No Traffic will be permitted to leave the car parks for a period after the games, in order to allow foot patrons leave the area safely.
Patrons should be aware that illegally parked vehicles will be impounded or clamped and will be liable to a fine of €130.00.
Drivers should be aware that illegally or improperly parked vehicles have the potential to cause traffic disruption, obstruction and difficulty to emergency vehicles that may need to access the narrow residential streets that surround Croke Park Stadium.
Patrons are advised to travel to Croke Park via the M50 motorway to Navan Road, Finglas Road, Drumcondra Road. These routes lead directly to Croke Park. Supporters arriving via the M50 /M1 motorways are advised to allow time for traffic delays. Dublin Port Tunnel will be open to all vehicles.
After the game patrons will have the option of travelling the Belfast Road (M1) or on the M50 to the (N2) Ashbourne Road, (N3) Navan Road, (N4) Lucan Road, (N7) Naas Road and (N11) Wexford Road.
Special Needs Parking:
There are no special needs parking facilities on the public streets within the Croke Park cordon area.
The parking facility in Clonliffe College does have a large and very suitable special needs parking facility very close to the stadium. Entry is via Drumcondra Road only. There is a further smaller facility at O’Connells School which is again very close to the stadium.
Bus/Coach Parking:
There is a limited bus/coach parking facility at Mountjoy Square South and East. There will not be any facility for coach parking on Mountjoy Square North or West. Parking will be on a first come first served basis. Ensure that parking regulations are complied with. Double parking of buses will not be permitted. Drivers are also requested to only turn engines when in a position to depart Mountjoy Square.
There is a secondary parking facility at Western Way (off Phibsboro Road). Drivers utilising this facility are also asked to comply with the above requirements.
Park and Ride Facility:
Please refer to www.fai.ie and www.irishrugby.ie for details of park and ride facilities.
Pre Event Traffic Restrictions:
As with all events at Croke Park, a Garda Cordon will be in effect on the streets that lead to Croke Park. Only accredited vehicles will be permitted to pass by this cordon. All vehicles will be checked for accreditation.
Local residents, their immediate families, local business community are in possession of passes and will be facilitated at the barriers. Passes however do not guarantee entry through the cordon where pedestrian volumes exist.
As a guideline the full Garda cordon will be in place two hours prior to stiles opening time and one hour post event to enable match patrons to arrive and depart safely.
Patron Search:
All patrons entering the Garda cordon will be the subject of a ticket check by Stewards and search by Gardaí. Any offensive articles, e.g. glass bottles, air horns, large flagpoles will be seized. Patrons are advised not to bring any unnecessary baggage with them and are advised to travel early to the stadium to avoid any unnecessary delays.
Ticket Outlets Outside Croke Park:
Please refer to www.fai.ie and www.irishrugby.ie for ticket sales
Public Order.
Patrons are advised that the Gardaí will not permit the consumption of alcohol outside public houses, while walking along the street or in any other public place.
Patrons are asked to have consideration for local residents and refrain from anti-social behaviour such as on street drinking and urinating etc.
Crime.
Patrons are advised to be aware of their own personal safety and security while attending the event. They should ensure the security of personal belongings while on route to and from the stadium i.e. purses/wallets/tickets/ Mobile Phones.
Patrons who arrive by vehicle should also ensure that property is not left exposed in parked vehicles. They should ensure that car windows, sunroofs are correctly closed.
Croke Park Hotel Car Park
All residents of the Croke Park Hotel will be permitted entry subject to pedestrian presence at the time and are requested to access the hotel via North Circular Road / Russell Street junction where there will be a register of all guest vehicles.
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http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=782&month=NovSligo Rovers FAI Cup Final
Bus Éireann are delighted to announce a direct bus service to the Sligo Rovers FAI Cup Final match in Tallaght-Dublin.
Adult Tickets are priced at just €30.00 return and children under 16 €15.00 return.
Tickets must be booked in advance in the Sligo Bus Station.
The bus will depart the bus station at 10.00a.m on Sunday morning November 22nd.
For more information please call enquiries 071 91 60066.
Seats are limited so we would advise supporters to book now.
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=577Autumn Rugby International - Ireland v. South Africa - Saturday 28th November by Corporate Communications
On Saturday 28th November 2009, the following special trains will operate in connection with the above fixture:
09.00 Cork to Dublin Heuston
19.30 Dublin Heuston to Cork and Limerick
Click here to purchase your train tickets http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=577
Other additional services in connection with this fixture include:
08.35 Belfast to Dublin Connolly
09.05 Belfast to Dublin Connolly
17.50 Dublin Connolly to Belfast
19.55 Dublin Connolly to Belfast
Commuter Services
10.40 Maynooth to Dublin Connolly
12.15 Maynooth to Dublin Connolly
16.37 Drumcondra to Maynooth
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http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=793&month=DecRaces, December 2009
Special bus services for the upcoming races will operate from Busarás as follows:
Venue Date Departure Time
Fairyhouse Wednesday, 2 December 10:25
Navan Saturday, 5 December 10:15
Punchestown Sunday, 6 December 10:35
Fairyhouse Thursday, 10 December 10:30
Fairyhouse Saturday, 12 December 10:00
Navan Sunday, 13 December 10:15
Navan Saturday, 19 December 10:25
Punchestown Thursday, 31 December 10:45
Fare: €15
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=606Heineken Cup - Munster v Northampton - Friday 22nd January by Corporate Communications
Iarnrod Eireann are providing a return service to Charleville, Mallow and Cork from Limerick after the Heineken Cup match against Northampton on Friday 22nd January.
Supporters from Cork can travel to Limerick on the 13.30, 14.30, 15.30, 16.30 or 17.30s trains.
The return service leaves Limerick at 23.15hrs.
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http://www.buseireann.ie/news.php?id=793&month=JanRaces, January 2010
Special bus services for the upcoming races will operate from Busarás as follows:
Venue Date
Fairyhouse Thursday, 1 January
Naas Sunday, 3 January
Punchestown Saturday, 9 January
Naas Saturday, 16 January
Fairyhouse Sunday, 17 January
Navan Saturday, 23 January
Fairyhouse Saturday, 30 January
Punchestown Sunday, 31 January
Fare: €15
Services will depart 2 hours before first race
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http://www.irishrail.ie/news_centre/news.asp?action=view&news_id=629Special Service for Castlegregory & Spa Killarney Supporters by Marketing Department
Iarnród Éireann is providing a special return service for Castlegregory & Spa Killarney GAA supporters travelling to Dublin for the Junior and Intermediate Club Championship Finals in Croke Park on the 14th February 2010.
Sunday, 14th February 2010
Outward Journey:
08.05hrs Tralee-Dublin serving
08.30hrs Killarney
09.15hrs Mallow
arriving in Dublin Heuston Station at 11.35hrs.
Return Journey:
19.05hrs Dublin Heuston-Tralee
21.24hrs Mallow,
22.10hrs Killarney
Arrive in Tralee at 22.40hrs.
Return Price on the above services:
> €39.00 Adult
> €20.00 child (under 16 years of age)
There are a limited number of seats available and advance purchase is necessary. Click here to buy now.0 -
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