Monthly meetings of the RIYC History Group take place in the Drawing Room at 19.30hrs and all Members and their guests are welcome.
There is an optional supper in the Dining Room following the talk at 20.45hrs. All members welcome. Book with Catering.
Details of the speakers and topics coming up for 2026
Thursday 22 January:
“From the Brehon Laws to the common law – was it a bridge too far or just dancing at Lugnasa” with RIYC member Mr. Justice Esmond Smyth, former President of the Circuit Court and retired High Court Judge.
Optional Supper Afterwards
Supper Menu for Thursday 22nd January - BOOK HERE:
Celeriac and Truffle Soup
Served with Homemade Brown Bread
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Roast Chicken Supreme
Thyme Jus, Fondant Potato, Baby Carrots, Wilted Spinach & Pinenuts
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Baked Cod Fillet
Mussels, Prawn Velouté, Dill Potatoes and Broccoli
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Pistachio Fondant
Chocolate Soil & Whipped Vanilla Crème Fraiche
€48 Per Person
Thursday 19 February:
Life on a Submarine in the 70’s during the Cold War with RIYC Member, Paul Burke. The talk will cover entry into the Royal Navy and the career path and training in the Submarine branch. Also featuring submarine design, weapons and the patrols that countered Iron Curtain surveillance and threats. Paul Burke was a Lieutenant in the Submarine branch in the 70’s and will share unclassified information only !
Thursday 26 March:
The Silk Road Part 2. This talk will see RIYC member Des Cummins continue his journey following in the footsteps of Marco Polo. Des enthralled us with his tales crossing Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan and we will look forward to the next stage of his intrepid travels. Details to follow.
All talks commence at 19.30hrs and are open to RIYC Members and guests. For optional supper afterwards book with [email protected] Members table available.
For optional supper afterwards book with [email protected]
Talks are free to RIYC members and their guests and will take place at 19.30hrs in the Drawing Room. Optional Supper available, booking is essential. Book with Catering.
For more information about this group contact Winifred Kelliher or on 087 2446004