Well-known Kildare pub to go under the hammer next month

A new chapter will be added to the history of a well-known County Kildare pub, as it is set to go up for auction next month.

According to auctioneer company John P Younge, O'Rourke's Pub, which is located on the Main Street of Newbridge, was initially established back in 1897 by the O'Rourke family.

The premises has served three generations of the family and is described by the auctioneer as an "iconic, traditional style residential licensed premises of character".

John P Younge also said that the premises has "an inviting ambiance within the Snug Bar and in the split-level Lounge Bar, both of which extend to 1,280 square feet (119 square metres) and display a variety of attractive features." 

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It also noted that the premises is located beside the recently upgraded St Conleth's GAA Park.

Furthermore, the description said that there is living accommodation attached to the property, comprising of two reception rooms, a large kitchen / dining room, an office space and five bedrooms.

O'Rourke's pub will be put up for auction in the Buswell's Hotel in Dublin 2, County Dublin on October 22, 2025 (unless previously sold).

Further details about the property can be viewed on the official John P Young website.

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