Saturday with Tim Allman of Sheen Falls Lodge: After 30 years, there’s still something new every day

Tim Allman has been Head Porter at Sheen Falls Lodge in Kenmare for the past 30 years where his warm welcome gives guests their first impression of the luxury hotel.

Tim Allman, Head Porter, Sheen Falls Hotel, Kenmare, Kerry. Photo: Don MacMonagle

6.15

I’m never off on Saturdays. If I’m on the early shift, I’ll get up at 6.15am. I’ll put on the Sheen Falls uniform — everything has to be immaculate of course. I’ll have a light breakfast and arrive at the hotel at 7am.