Mattys Royal Oak Tavern, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow
Bagenalstown
Co. Carlow
Web: www.grannygrouse.com
Email: matt@grannygrouse.com
Tel: +353 (0) 59 972 1405
Proprietor: Margaret Byrne
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About Us
Matty's Royal Oak Tavern is steeped in history. As far back as 1812 there are references to the pub in a study of limestone in the area. Also a man called William Makepiece Tackery, a writer, slept at the hotel as did Daniel O'Connell (around 1800). True story or not, the Royal Oak gets its name when King James hid in a tree.
The village of Royal Oak lies between Carlow and Kilkenny. Prior to construction of the by-pass in the 1980's it was on the main road for many centuries. The village has seen many changes of fortune in that time. On the site occupied by a car park opposite the Royal Oak Tavern, once stood a three storey building. Built in 1740 as a coach inn or hotel, it was ' L' shaped in plan and the Prime Minister of Canada, Mr Brian Mulroney's father was born here.
WHAT'S ON OFFER / FACILITIES
Function room available at no extra charge.
Groups of over 15 persons receive chicken legs and sandwiches free of charge.
Texas Hold'em Poker Nights are held every Thursday night.
Toasted Sandwiches €3.00
Tea/Coffee €1.00
Local Attractions
* Kilkenny City
* River Barrow
* Mount Juliet Golf Club
* Gowran Park Races
* Mount Leinster (which can be viewed from the Bar)
* Quad Biking
Visit website: www.grannygrouse.com
Whats on Offer:
- Parties Catered For
Facilities:
- Beer Garden
- Car Parking
- Family Friendly
- Family Run
- Off Licence
- Smoking Area
- WiFi
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Pub Reviews
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"great atmosphere great pint!"
Don't miss an opportunity to visit this pub if you ever get the chance. It offers a true taste of an Irish pub experiance. Fantastic Guinness and even better toasted sambos!
Review published 4 November 2009
Posted by: Brendan Gallagher, Galway
