About Grangegorman Military Cemetery
Overlooking Stoneybatter from Blackhall Parade, Grangegorman Military Cemetery is a poignant historic site honouring soldiers from the 18th century onwards. Established in 1681 beside the old military barracks, it holds graves of British, Irish, and Commonwealth troops, plus civilians linked to the forces. With weathered headstones, Celtic crosses, and regimental plots amid mature trees, it's a solemn walk through military history, tied to nearby Collins Barracks. A lesser-known gem among Stoneybatter's historic sites, it offers quiet reflection on wars from Crimea to World War II.
What to Expect
Expect winding paths through 5 acres of graves, from simple markers to grand memorials like the Indian Army plot. Info panels guide you; spot the oldest stones near the entrance. It's peaceful, with birdsong and distant city hum, evoking Dublin's garrison past.
Insider Tips
Go on a sunny afternoon for readable inscriptions; download the cemetery map from heritage sites. Combine with Collins Barracks for a military trail. Free entry, open daily; respect the silence. Perfect for genealogy buffs or 'Stoneybatter historic sites' explorers. Bring flowers for a personal touch, as locals do.