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New Club Opening - Swords

  • 08-05-2009 10:36am
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    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 35,954 ✭✭✭✭


    Anyone know if it's true that there's a new nightclub opening in Swords - up beside the VHI Swift Centre? Is it Wrights?

    I've seen the building and there's mad flashing lights in the brick work. Just thought it's a bit of a strange place to have a nightclub and it's pretty near to a nursing home too.


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  • Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 6,708 Mod ✭✭✭✭pinkypinky


    I read something in the Fingal Indo a while back that suggests it is Wrights. It's going to be several different bars in one building and will have a stage for live shows too.

    Genealogy Forum Mod



  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,844 ✭✭✭Jimdagym


    Speaking of which, has anyone ventured into the new wine bar in wrights in swords? Still waiting on reviews.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 529 ✭✭✭Elliee


    Yes it is going to be Wright bar and nightclub.

    Im not sure if Wrights in Swords is moving up there or if its going to be a second Wrights. The one in the village has only rented that space from DHL. So who knows lets hope for 2 Wrights! :)

    Also a TGI fridays going in and numerous other resturants.

    I think its a good spot for it to be honest. There are too many pubs in Swords village and public order offences in swords village at weekends are equal with temple bar. So no harm pulling them some of the crowd away from the town!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,430 ✭✭✭Sizzler


    Elliee wrote: »
    I think its a good spot for it to be honest. There are too many pubs in Swords village and public order offences in swords village at weekends are equal with temple bar. So no harm pulling them some of the crowd away from the town!
    Seriously? Where did you get those stats from :confused: Never seen a ruck on Swords Main St EVER. Heard of plenty of rucks in "The Central" years ago, but thats it.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 529 ✭✭✭Elliee


    Sizzler wrote: »
    Seriously? Where did you get those stats from :confused: Never seen a ruck on Swords Main St EVER. Heard of plenty of rucks in "The Central" years ago, but thats it.

    Heard it at the north country dublin residents association a.g.m.

    The community garda speaking at the meeting made the above statement.


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  • Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 6,527 Mod ✭✭✭✭sharkman


    Its WRIGHTS allwright !:D

    Here is a brochure : The Wright Venue


  • Moderators, Category Moderators, Politics Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators, Regional East Moderators Posts: 12,110 CMod ✭✭✭✭Dizzyblonde


    sharkman wrote: »
    Here is a brochure : The Wright Venue

    I don't think your link is working.


  • Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 6,527 Mod ✭✭✭✭sharkman


    Download the PDF File .


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 35,954 ✭✭✭✭Larianne


    Wow


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,744 ✭✭✭Táck


    as if one wrights wasnt bad enough

    apparently the top floor will be VIP only. considering the calibre of vip thats allowed into their other place, this one should be even more cringing


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,528 ✭✭✭dcr22B


    Still, it'll be nice to have a TGI Fridays within driving distance :)

    Wonder will they have any joy getting tenants for all units?


  • Hosted Moderators Posts: 3,331 ✭✭✭Splinter


    wrong i'm afraid, the DHL thing is a rumour. dhl only rents that building and now only occupies the first floor there (the other two are being rented out to new companys i believe). i know dhl rent from a landlord so i dont know if wrights rent from the same or if they own their section of the building :)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,430 ✭✭✭Sizzler


    Elliee wrote: »
    Heard it at the north country dublin residents association a.g.m.

    The community garda speaking at the meeting made the above statement.
    Sensationalism given the audience me thinks. Theres no way Swords (or any suburb for that matter) could rival the city centre for rucks, unless the cops in Swords are simply better at catching offenders which would be fair enough given the size of the main street!
    Táck wrote: »
    as if one wrights wasnt bad enough

    apparently the top floor will be VIP only. considering the calibre of vip thats allowed into their other place, this one should be even more cringing

    "VIP's" - ROFL ! What a joke! People merely embarrassing themselves. What VIP's are they going to get in Airside? The manager of the tulip inn :rolleyes:


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 1,744 ✭✭✭Táck


    i'd say harvey norman himself would be worthy of a booth.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 168 ✭✭kcools


    Jimdagym wrote: »
    Speaking of which, has anyone ventured into the new wine bar in wrights in swords? Still waiting on reviews.


    Personally I think it's now the best place to go for a few beers (yes, beers) in Swords. Lovely cool lager on draught (they have Staropramen on draught), nice atmosphere, small and cosy, nice decor, friendly staff. Bit pricey but sure, where isn't in Swords these days.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,844 ✭✭✭Jimdagym


    kcools wrote: »
    Personally I think it's now the best place to go for a few beers (yes, beers) in Swords. Lovely cool lager on draught (they have Staropramen on draught), nice atmosphere, small and cosy, nice decor, friendly staff. Bit pricey but sure, where isn't in Swords these days.

    No way? Staropramen is gorgeous. I must venture down. Cheers Coolsie.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,528 ✭✭✭✭dsmythy


    Be handy to stroll to and back from. If it's Wrights II however i think it will be a swerve from me.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 35,954 ✭✭✭✭Larianne


    Sizzler wrote: »
    What VIP's are they going to get in Airside? The manager of the tulip inn :rolleyes:

    LMAO at that! :D

    Where's the wine bar in Wrights? Is it a separate section? Haven't been out in Swords in a good while.


  • Hosted Moderators Posts: 13,425 ✭✭✭✭Ginny


    This could turn into a massive flop, they started building at the height of the boom, and will have to get 2 other tenets in other then TGIs and Starbucks, its a bloody huge place!!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 168 ✭✭kcools


    Larianne wrote: »
    LMAO at that! :D

    Where's the wine bar in Wrights? Is it a separate section? Haven't been out in Swords in a good while.

    Wine bar is round the corner from main Wrights entrance. Has a separate entrance - opposite the post office (was a kebab shop and a cafe for a while before if I remember correctly).


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,982 ✭✭✭kravmaga




  • Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 6,527 Mod ✭✭✭✭sharkman



    You are a month too late , I posted it back on 09-05-2009 .;)


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 13,130 ✭✭✭✭Kiera


    Did anyone else here that TGI's pulled out?


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,528 ✭✭✭dcr22B


    Kiera wrote: »
    Did anyone else here that TGI's pulled out?
    I bloody hope not but neither would it surprise me.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,340 CMod ✭✭✭✭Davy


    Kiera wrote: »
    Did anyone else here that TGI's pulled out?

    They haven't. Its opening july 10th


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,528 ✭✭✭dcr22B


    Davy wrote: »
    They haven't. Its opening july 10th
    Sweeeeet!


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 13,130 ✭✭✭✭Kiera


    Davy wrote: »
    They haven't. Its opening july 10th
    Ah thank god for that. Was looking forward to their pitchers of cocktails :)


  • Hosted Moderators Posts: 13,425 ✭✭✭✭Ginny


    TGIs have signs up outside it now.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 11,613 ✭✭✭✭Clare Bear


    Is the whole thing opening on July 10th or has the club already opened?


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,079 ✭✭✭PCros


    Fairly sure the whole thing is opening that night, the club is for defo.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,588 ✭✭✭Bluetonic


    Both from independent.ie
    Saturday June 13 2009

    Many would question the idea of opening a new hi-tech nightclub in these days of depression. And many more would question doing it -- at a cost of €38m -- in an industrial estate in north county Dublin. But this is exactly what entrepreneur Michael Wright has done.

    The Wright Venue in the Airside Estate in Swords will open its doors next month, with a capacity for an amazing 2,000 clubbers spread over four floors.

    The group gave a sneak preview of the venue yesterday afternoon, showing off, among other things, its party spaces named New York, Miami, Los Angeles and Las Vegas. These all overlook the main dance floor from a gallery level and have been inspired by Michael's visits to various cities.

    There's also a Live Room where acts will perform regularly, a Backstage Bar running the length of the venue, and a Penthouse, which they promise will be the ultimate chill out area. With nightclub king Robbie Fox's entertainment empire, which included the popular Renards nightclub, collapsing only a week ago with debts of over €6m, it must surely not be a great time for a new venture.

    "There's always a level of nervousness and excitement with the opening of a new venture, whether it's in good times or bad times. But we feel that what we have to offer is very strong and we're not complacent at all.

    "We will be employing over 150 people in the Wright Venue," said a spokesman.

    By Robin KIELY

    Wednesday June 24 2009

    INTERVIEWS are already under way to find the 300 staff who will run Swords' new Wright Venue, which is set to open its doors in less than three weeks.

    The proprietors of the club, which will be known as WV, are recruiting approximately 100 fulltime and 200 part-time staff for its Airside premises

    Bar staff, table staff, dancers and promotional staff have all been sought for the 40,000 sq ft purpose-built complex, on course to open on Friday, July 10th.

    Stretching over three floors, the nightspot will feature a number of indoor and outdoor cocktail bars, private booths, a roof-top bar, a 300-person capacity live venue and five exclusive suites. The club forms part of a € 38million entertainment centre developed by the Wright Group, featuring a mix of nightclubs, restaurants and office space.

    According to the owners, the complex will lead to the creation of 300 new jobs, between the club, an adjoining TGI Friday's outlet, restaurants and other units.

    ' The Wright's Venue offers a high degree of entertainment within one facility, for a diverse democratic profile,' a spokesperson said. 'It's not just a nightclub.

    'We'll also have a live music venue, a penthouse bar and private function space available, while the rooftop bar will hold 600. There will be something for everyone.' The 80,000sqft scheme is located on a 0.74 hectare site, at the South Quarter, 100 metres from the Premier Inn, adjacent to Airside Retail Park.

    A range of restaurants and related activities will be provided, with the well-known American chain, TGI Friday's, already confirmed as anchor tenants.

    Two more large restaurants, a café, a possible off-licence and a 10,000sqft retail store will also open, along with some 30,000sqft of office space.

    Negotiations are ongoing regarding future occupants and the developers added they were open to further discussions. The Venue will complement Wright's Café Bar, one of the key properties in The Wright Group's growing portfolio, which will continue to trade as normal in Swords


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 13,130 ✭✭✭✭Kiera


    Does anyone know if its open all week or just Thursday, Friday and Saturday?


  • Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 6,527 Mod ✭✭✭✭sharkman


    I was in it last night for a free night:D , AMAZING !

    It will be open Friday and Saturday night 10PM till 2.30AM .


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 35,954 ✭✭✭✭Larianne


    Well, spill... :D


  • Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 6,527 Mod ✭✭✭✭sharkman


    Here's the press release :
    Comprising of four floors of theatrical luxury, this new 38 million euro development promises to be THE place to go to for discerning party goers and socialites in search of the ultimate experience.

    The Wright Venue is not just a club; it’s a nightlife destination combining superb design & ambience complimented by a superior product & service. Situated in Airside’s South Quarter this custom built venue will also be home to a collection of restaurants, wine bars and coffee shops.

    With a capacity of 2,000 people the WV experience begins on arrival. Guests are greeted in a luxurious lobby area which hosts the stairs and lifts that will whisk you to the various floors and levels within the club. The first floor has breathtaking design features, customized décor and diverse areas to hang out, all of which surround the sunken central dance floor. Partygoers can dance the night away to resident & internationally renowned guests DJs, visiting international music acts and local artists.

    Four personal party spaces (the cities), named New York, Miami, Las Vegas and L.A overlook the main dance floor from a gallery level, their inspiration coming from the capitals of entertainment. Customers can book a ‘city’ for up to 15 people and amenities include plasma TV, games consoles, karaoke, satellite feed & Wi-Fi. Nestled in the corner of each suite is a retro Smeg fridge, stocked with your pre-ordered beverage of choice. Help is never far away as the cities are all discretely hosted should you want for more…

    The glamorous Backstage Bar surveys the length of the venue from behind the stage and will offer both signature & classic cocktails and Champagne for those seeking a step up and away from the main room. Circular ivory coloured leather booths are draped with gold velvet surrounds and a mirror ball hangs within each cocooned space.

    Further upstairs in the Live Room you can expect to enjoy a number of exciting live acts performing regularly whilst soaking up the slightly laid back yet edgy vibe.

    Finally, the Penthouse will be the ultimate chill out space and will feature an expansive roof garden with low lying lanterns, planting and rattan furniture where regulars can chill before heading down to the main club.

    Think Boutique Ibiza, a splash of Miami, a twist of L.A. and Vegas - you’re almost there…at the Wright Venue.


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  • Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 6,527 Mod ✭✭✭✭sharkman


    Some photos here


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,430 ✭✭✭Sizzler


    Anybody else hear that they are going to charge €15 into the place :eek::confused:

    Personally I cant see this place doing well, unless you live in Boroimhe its not really a handy place to get to. I can see this place open in a gush of publicity and it will die a painful death afterwards, its just not that accessible and any charge in fee will be its death knell surely.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 13,130 ✭✭✭✭Kiera


    Sizzler wrote: »
    Anybody else hear that they are going to charge €15 into the place :eek::confused:

    Personally I cant see this place doing well, unless you live in Boroimhe its not really a handy place to get to. I can see this place open in a gush of publicity and it will die a painful death afterwards, its just not that accessible and any charge in fee will be its death knell surely.
    Thats the going rate. Tomangos and that other hole in the Harp charge 15 in. I'd say it will do alright. I just hope they dont let any scumbags in. I doubt they will tbh.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,528 ✭✭✭✭dsmythy


    "Situated in Airside's south quarter" :pac:

    Makes it sound like something other than the retail park it is.

    The place shouldn't have problems with accessibility. It's only a 10 minute walk from Swords main street. Plenty of bus routes will take you close to it and i presume an unofficial taxi rank will form outside it.

    I doubt scumbags will be allowed in. I'll probably struggle to get in myself i'm guessing!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,544 ✭✭✭Arthur Daley


    dsmythy wrote: »
    "Situated in Airside's south quarter" :pac:

    Makes it sound like something other than the retail park it is.

    The place shouldn't have problems with accessibility. It's only a 10 minute walk from Swords main street. Plenty of bus routes will take you close to it and i presume an unofficial taxi rank will form outside it.

    I doubt scumbags will be allowed in. I'll probably struggle to get in myself i'm guessing!

    More than a 10 minute walk from Swords. I know what you mean about facing the door policy on this place. Being precious about door policy won't work in the world of 2009. It's not like it's situated in the middle of monte carlo no matter what they may like to think.:rolleyes:


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,340 CMod ✭✭✭✭Davy


    More than a 10 minute walk from Swords.

    Not to mention crossing a dual carriageway with a few beers in ya. Froms wrights in the village, to the new one in airside, its a 17min walk going by google maps - 1.3km

    I think its going to be a big fuss over nothing with this place, the phrase all fur and no knickers comes to mind


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 13,130 ✭✭✭✭Kiera


    They'd have to do a courtesy bus from Swords Village and Malahide to get enough people in.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 35,954 ✭✭✭✭Larianne


    I think it's aimed more at people who travel to Swords for a night. I've met people from Coolock, Balbriggan, Blanchardstown, Drumcondra on a night out in Swords. These people will be getting taxis to/from Swords regardless and would prob just go there for the night.

    The inside looks amazing but its just getting the right people in, or anybody in for that matter! It's a fair auld hike in heels. ;)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 14,761 ✭✭✭✭Winters


    I was in there last night and got a tour. There are quite a few bars and the 4 'cities' rooms were special albeit at €1500 a night. Expensive birthday party!

    The best bit was the Scarface Suite at the very top. I felt like a Las Vegas casino owner staring down at the dancefloor from there. Everything is done to the best quality.

    It was fantastic getting to go to all the rooms because come Friday most punters will be restricted to the first and second floors.

    Brochure here:

    wkdevelopments.com/salesbrochure.pdf


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,528 ✭✭✭✭dsmythy


    More than a 10 minute walk from Swords.

    I must be a quick walker! I wouldn't be bothered about a 20 minute walk myself but i guess it may put others off. Taxi drivers should be pleased.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 37,316 ✭✭✭✭the_syco


    Define "scumbags"? Dress code, age, or what?

    =-=

    From what I've read, this looks like it plans to replicate the success of Time? Big nightclub, not in main city and thus little competition from other "big" clubs (by big, I mean more of the size, as opposed to the name).

    In Time, the private areas were just off the main section, so people could filter back into the private sections, but also dance in the main section. Not sure what the layout in this place will be.

    /edit site came back up...

    Looking at the site (it only just came back), I see people having no option but to get a taxi. I also see lots of people running across the duel-carraigeway to get to Swords village.

    The "[url="http://www.thewrightvenue.ie/transport/]Special Taxi Fares[/url]" are a f**king joke. €8 to get there, €8 back, and that's before you count the €15 in? Saying that, €20 back to the city centre isn't bad, if that's what the cost will be after the nightclub... and not before it.

    On the plus side, it's near a bus stop, but you'll have to splash out on getting a taxi home.

    "Door Policy: 21+, Dresscode: Smart/Casual". As they list it I think they're allowed to stop under 21's in, but I see a lot of people shelling out money to get there, and then refused. Opening night won't be fun.

    http://www.thewrightvenue.ie/2009/06/17/soft-opening-july-6th/ still has what looks like "filler writing".

    The grand opening is tomorrow, the 10th July, it would seem.

    =-=

    Here is how to get to it by bus. It's 5 minutes walk away from the bus stop. The 41, 41b, 41c, 33 and the 33a all go by this bus stop, going to and from Dublin.

    TheWrightVenue.jpg


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 35,954 ✭✭✭✭Larianne


    €8 to get there!! :eek:

    I feel sorry for the people in the nursing home just behind it!


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,588 ✭✭✭Bluetonic


    the_syco wrote: »
    It's 5 minutes walk away from the bus stop. The 41, 41b, 41c, 33 and the 33a all go by this bus stop, going to and from Dublin.
    The 33a does not serve this route.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,430 ✭✭✭Sizzler


    More than a 10 minute walk from Swords. I know what you mean about facing the door policy on this place. Being precious about door policy won't work in the world of 2009. It's not like it's situated in the middle of monte carlo no matter what they may like to think.:rolleyes:
    LOL. Thats the problem, they seem to think its some sort of "exclusive" venue, seriously, WTF !
    dsmythy wrote: »
    "Situated in Airside's south quarter" :pac:

    Makes it sound like something other than the retail park it is.
    PMSL! FFS, they must have got an unemployed estate agent to write up this garbage.
    Kiera wrote: »
    Thats the going rate. Tomangos and that other hole in the Harp charge 15 in. I'd say it will do alright. I just hope they dont let any scumbags in. I doubt they will tbh.
    Didnt realise those bins had the nerve to charge still, at a push I could believe Tamangos but didnt think people would be mad enough to pay to get into clubs, €15 is 2/3 drinks depending on your favourite tipple!
    Larianne wrote: »
    €8 to get there!! :eek:

    I feel sorry for the people in the nursing home just behind it!
    Surprised there wasnt planning objections if theres a nursing home beside it? Id say the 2 or 3 guests that stay in the hotel beside it each night will probably end up complaining too when they hear people roaring at 2am & pissing up against the reception revolving door :o

    Its €4.80 to fart in a taxi these days so I could well believe it if they will charge €7-8 to get there from the main street. Do they think Swords and the surrounding areas are recession proof :confused:

    I've no doubts it looks the part but I hope people bycott it for the pretentiousness its already sweating out into the B&Q carpark :D


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 37,316 ✭✭✭✭the_syco


    Bluetonic wrote: »
    The 33a does not serve this route.
    Sorry. Would it be the 33b? I get mixed up between the two, sometimes.


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