You can’t miss a visit to The Merry Ploughboy Gastro Pub when you’re in Dublin! Thanks to its lively atmosphere, rich history and great entertainment, the Merry Ploughboy has become a Dublin institution. The pub is a cultural gathering place where people from all walks of life and all over the world come together. It’s the perfect combination of traditional Irish music and dance, good food, great drinks and socializing. History runs deep in the walls, which are adorned with artifacts and memorabilia that reflect the deep roots of Irish culture.
The musicians are some of the best in Ireland and they take to the stage with a dedication and passion that rubs off on the audience. This is the only pub in Ireland owned by traditional musicians who perform their own shows. The Merry Ploughboy is not just an attraction. It’s an experience that gives you the essence of Ireland. Tickets are in high demand and it is recommended to book well in advance. The Merry Ploughboy Gastro Pub is around 45 minutes’ drive from Dublin.
Facts about the band The Merry Ploughboys
The band is named after an Irish ballad about the 1916 Rising. They are a traditional folk music group from Dublin, and have been playing together for over 30 years. Their repertoire includes everything from humorous Irish songs to street songs and classic Irish ballads. The songs are about emigration and romance and are full of traditional Irish dance music. The Merry Ploughboys play with a raw, authentic energy, interspersed with little anecdotes about Ireland and its history. The band is often assisted by other musicians and performs around 300 shows a year.
10 rules of The Merry Ploughboy
- Buying someone a drink is five times better than a handshake.
- If someone offers to buy you a drink, do not upgrade.
- Persons drinking a pint of Guinness before it has fully settled will be immediately barred.
- Anyone on stage or behind is 50% better looking.
- Telling lies is unacceptable, you may however grossly exaggerate.
- If there is any confusion, the fuller beer is yours.
- If you hesitate more than 3 seconds after getting the barman’s attention, you don’t deserve a drink.
- If you buy a woman a drink and refuses, she does not like you.
- If you buy a woman a drink and she accepts, she still may not like you.
- Girls hang out, apply make-up, and have long talks in the bathroom. Men do not.
