Church Micro IE 80 St. Patricks Donabate Traditional Cache

In 1903 Donabate got a new church just 50 yards from the 1802 church. This was built under the leadership of Fr Magill as Parish Priest. When they decided to build a new church Archbishop Walsh came to Donabate himself to inspect the plans. Previously Fr Magill believed that there was not enough wealth in Donabate to build a new church. It was estimated that it would cost £5000 to build. They had about £900 already raised. Portrane hospital could raise £2000. Fr Magill had organised for the site to be donated by the Barnewall family. A collection list was also opened and £1000 was donated by Archbishop Walsh. John Smyth (who wanted the church visible from the train station so people on the train could admire it) and Wilian Smith both raised £100 each. The impressive, imposing building has been listed by Fingal County Council for preservation. The present church accomadates 310 seated. The centenary of the church was celebrated in 2003.

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