Dromana House in County Waterford open its doors to history

Mary Leland delves into the rich history which visitors can enjoy at next week’s Dromana 800 celebrations.

An excavated grave at St Mary’s Collegiate Church in Youghal, a vineyard in Australia, a letter from Daniel O’Connell and the planting of a cherry tree may seem unlikely links in a single chain, but they all lead to the serene landscape surrounding Dromana House in County Waterford.

Making all the connections as she prays for good weather and figures out the catering, entertainments, lodgings and bookings is Barbara Grubb, hostess, with her family, for the great FitzGerald Rally on Friday July 3 which kicks off the weekend celebrations marking the 800th anniversary of the arrival of the FitzGeralds at Dromana.