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Kealy’s is a family run bar with lots of character, fantastic food & friendly staff. Next time you are near the airport make sure to stop by for great food & plenty of evening entertainment

the history of Kealy's

1901: The first mention of the bar

1911: Patrick Murtagh Swords farmer listed as the owner of the bar, pub is frequented by farmers marking their way to and from market in North County Dublin. It was a bonafide pub with special opening hours.

1937: May Murtagh, Paddy's daughter inherited the bar on the death of her father.

1959: May Murtagh ran the bar until her death in '59, with no will in place the bar is sold at auction.

1960: The bonafife law is abolished, new owner Joe Woods a pools winner takes over the bar. The bar was local spot for boxers, with Woods himself taking part in some matches. Bill Cooley, Jack Doyle & Spike McCormack all boxed there as well.

1982: The Kealy's took over the bar and the bar was famously snowed in that year.

1996: The Sam McGuire paid a visit to the bar!

 

Gallery

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Memories

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