what's the best thing about Limerick city.

Stab*City

Insect Overlord wrote: »

Alas, we're still a long way off open-mindedness and allowing people to express their own unique personal opinions...

Cmon will ya. Church bells and a pub the best things about Limerick City? Or did you mean his close mind towards my username?

Stab*City

Snotaul Goodman wrote: »

Are you for real having a go at the people of Limerick with a username like that?

And what about poor Saul Goodman? Its a username get over it.

osarusan

Just one small thing about the castle - it should be lit up a lot more at night. The whole castle in general is poorly lit, and basically in darkness apart from the side facing the river.

One example of this is when you walk towards the bridge, you pass this huge door at the top of some steps, and it should be lit up from a low angle to emphasise the size and character of it.

Stab*City

osarusan wrote: »

Just one small thing about the castle - it should be lit up a lot more at night. The whole castle in general is poorly lit, and basically in darkness apart from the side facing the river.

One example of this is when you walk towards the bridge, you pass this huge door at the top of some steps, and it should be lit up from a low angle to emphasise the size and character of it.

Agreed. I was just at that door taking pics with the kids recently. In a race between the castle and the locke bar i know who my winner is every time.

Stab*City

Stab*City wrote: »

And what about poor Saul Goodman? Its a username get over it.

Thats not my username but anyway...

Paddico

St Marys Cathedral
King Johns Castle
Milk Market on Saturday
Thomond Park Match Nights
Watching Limerick FC

Stab*City

Snotaul Goodman wrote: »

Thats not my username but anyway...

My point exactly its a username don't worry about it.

Insect Overlord

Stab*City wrote: »

Cmon will ya. Church bells and a pub the best things about Limerick City? Or did you mean his close mind towards my username?

The thread would be boring if everyone just posted the same few things, in fairness. We all know how beautiful the River Shannon is. Same with the architecture of King's Island and other buildings around town (St. John's Cathedral, the Georgian houses, etc.) Same with the big match atmosphere in Thomond Park and the Gaelic Grounds for sports fans.

It's just nice to get some more outside-the-box ideas as well. We have a great scene for art and creative writing, for example, which wouldn't get much attention compared to the big hitters which you mentioned.

Stab*City

Insect Overlord wrote: »

The thread would be boring if everyone just posted the same few things, in fairness. We all know how beautiful the River Shannon is. Same with the architecture of King's Island and other buildings around town (St. John's Cathedral, the Georgian houses, etc.) Same with the big match atmosphere in Thomond Park and the Gaelic Grounds for sports fans.

It's just nice to get some more outside-the-box ideas as well. We have a great scene for art and creative writing, for example, which wouldn't get much attention compared to the big hitters which you mentioned.

I hear ya but the title asked whats the best thing. So i guess those things you and I mentioned are the best things in Limerick. I'm not sure creative writing would get a look in really. And the church bells and sunny afternoons in a pub actually sound like creative writing to me.

I'm just thinking in terms of the city itself. Of course i love the people the most but it terms of the streets of Limerick itself the castle and the river have to be our biggest treasures.

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Stab*City wrote: »

I hear ya but the title asked whats the best thing. So i guess those things you and I mentioned are the best things in Limerick. I'm not sure creative writing would get a look in really. And the church bells and sunny afternoons in a pub actually sound like creative writing to me.

I'm just thinking in terms of the city itself. Of course i love the people the most but it terms of the streets of Limerick itself the castle and the river have to be our biggest treasures.

The thing about this thread is the question leads to a totally subjective answers.

What one person perceives as being the best thing about the city, another will think to be the worst.

This is one of the situations where you truly cannot argue with an opinion, as the question leads to the respondent giving their personal preference, as such, there is no wrong answer, only disagreement from those who don't share the same view.

L.T.P.

One of the best things for me is the fact that its so easy to get from one side of the city to the other via the motorway network. Its also great that Lahinch is less than an hour away.

Its also fantastic that the city centre appears to be regaining its vibrancy and the plans for the Opera centre etc are finally taking shape. The university is a fantastic amenity as are Thomond Park and the Gaelic Grounds even if they are under utilised outside of sporting events.

Limerick is definitely on the up and will only get better!!!

riverrocked

The best thing about Limerick to me is the variety of food in a small area. I think there is more choice here than any where else in the country. The Thomas Street area is great. We really should push our food tourism more.

zulutango

I live in the city centre, and much of what I like about Limerick is linked to that, and it also won't resonate with those who live outside the centre. It's easy for me to get around, so much so that I was able to get rid of my car last year and get around by bike or renting a car the odd time. When GoCar comes in a few months then it'll be even easier. At the drop of a hat I can go and meet somebody for a pint. Or I can go to two or three meetings or events in the evenings easily enough.

It's inexpensive (partly because I don't have the expense of a car). Generally the cost of living is low and the wages are good.

I have lots of leisure time (mainly because I don't have to commute) and plenty of spare cash and this means I have a good social life. I'm not sure what I'd change to be honest. Basically, Limerick gives me a lifestyle that I probably would not be able to have elsewhere.

Then, there's other important things. We're near the west coast and all the great things that it offers, and some really beautiful countryside in County Clare and County Tipperary especially. (I've found that not having a car isn't the disadvantage that I'd have expected it to be. I find myself out and about in our rural hinterland as much as I did before.)

Limerick City has a good community too. I guess it's a small enough city that a lot of people know each other, to see at least, and quite often they know each other well. That feeds into the good social scene. It's not necessarily about going to pubs all the time, but it's the chats on the street or in the market or in the sports clubs. So many social circles overlap. Perhaps it's because I come from here, but I've heard non-Limerick people say the same, and I've never discovered this in any other city I've lived in, so I think it's a Limerick thing.

There's a lot of little things that add up, but they make living here really enjoyable place to live, despite its faults.

Stab*City

Stab*City wrote: »

My point exactly its a username don't worry about it.

I'm not worried about anything. I just wonder why we can't have an opinion about the city without being slated.

Stab*City

Snotaul Goodman wrote: »

I'm not worried about anything.

Ok well that's good. Your previous comment lead me to believe otherwise.

Snotaul Goodman wrote: »

I just wonder why we can't all just get along.

Im sorry, please forgive me.

Poxyshamrock

I still stand by my answer Stab*City. I've been away from Limerick during the good weather over the last few weeks and I'd have killed to be at the Locke during that time. I know it's just a pub but I think when the sun is shining and it's packed to the rafters, there's no where like it. Maybe it's cos of its location on your beloved riverside! :pac:

Stab*City

Poxyshamrock wrote: »

I still stand by my answer Stab*City. I've been away from Limerick during the good weather over the last few weeks and I'd have killed to be at the Locke during that time. I know it's just a pub but I think when the sun is shining and it's packed to the rafters, there's no where like it. Maybe it's cos of its location on your beloved riverside! :pac:

Ah ya sher I'm sure if your that way inclined and it was a hot day it would be great craic. Honestly in the heat i could think of nothing worse than spending it at a pub. But horses for courses.

Ok so if we are talking about things we think are fun to do in Limerick as opposed to what is the best thing about the actual city then there are loads of things.. but if its about the actual streets and places then the river and johns castle are tops for me. Just looking at them gives you a sense of pride in the actual city i think.

zulutango

Not a huge fan of the Locke myself. Never thought the atmosphere or service were particularly good, and they ruined it when they ripped out the old bar. It's amazing it's the only place in the city centre which has a nice outdoor area that gets a lot of sunshine. The Curraghower faces north so it doesn't get the evening sun. Otherwise it would be a super spot.

johnnyryan89

Stab*City wrote: »

Ok so if we are talking about things we think are fun to do in Limerick as opposed to what is the best thing about the actual city then there are loads of things.. but if its about the actual streets and places then the river and johns castle are tops for me. Just looking at them gives you a sense of pride in the actual city i think.

It's a pity that the street leading up to the castle is a bit of a dump though. Clancy strand and the civic area are nice but once you get onto Nicholas St its a right dump. At one end of it you've got St Mary's cathedral and on the other end the castle, is there another place in Ireland that has that so close to their city centre?

panda100

johnnyryan89 wrote: »

It's a pity that the street leading up to the castle is a bit of a dump though. Clancy strand and the civic area are nice but once you get onto Nicholas St its a right dump. At one end of it you've got St Mary's cathedral and on the other end the castle, is there another place in Ireland that has that so close to their city centre?

Nicholas Street is one of my favourite things about Limerick. Not only is there St Marys Cathedral leading all the way to King Johns castle, sandwiched in between is St Mary's Aid/Widows alm house which is a lovely building. St Marys aid are also in the process of building a boat building school in premises beside Tracey's shop. Work on that has begun and will be a great community amenity when finished. I also love the shop front for 'Once upon a time'.

It's a pity the rest of the street is so derelict. There is a real chronic problem there with vans and cars parking on the pavements blocking access for many. I really do not think cars should be allowed along this street. All in all its such a missed opportunity for the city.

johnnyryan89

panda100 wrote: »

Nicholas Street is one of my favourite things about Limerick. Not only is there St Marys Cathedral leading all the way to King Johns castle, sandwiched in between is St Mary's Aid/Widows alm house which is a lovely building. St Marys aid are also in the process of building a boat building school in premises beside Tracey's shop. Work on that has begun and will be a great community amenity when finished. I also love the shop front for 'Once upon a time'.

It's a pity the rest of the street is so derelict. There is a real chronic problem there with vans and cars parking on the pavements blocking access for many. I really do not think cars should be allowed along this street. All in all its such a missed opportunity for the city.

Yeah the Alms houses are lovely and they have created a walkway now with steps leading down to the civic which is great and gates are open from dawn till dusk I think.

Yeah I agree about the cars. They have them poles down by the castle and always said they should have them going along the street too to stop people parking on the footpath. I don't think you'll ever be able to stop cars using Nicholas St because of the amount of people who either live there or off one of the side streets.

Stab*City

johnnyryan89 wrote: »

Yeah the Alms houses are lovely and they have created a walkway now with steps leading down to the civic which is great and gates are open from dawn till dusk I think.

Yeah I agree about the cars. They have them poles down by the castle and always said they should have them going along the street too to stop people parking on the footpath. I don't think you'll ever be able to stop cars using Nicholas St because of the amount of people who either live there or off one of the side streets.

From what i remember the Bishops House is another nice little spot down there but AFAIK its not a public place.

johnnyryan89

Stab*City wrote: »

From what i remember the Bishops House is another nice little spot down there but AFAIK its not a public place.

Yeah I'm not sure whether it's open to the public, beautiful building though.

panda100

Just after posting on this thread yesterday and while I was out walking last night I saw that they have taken down the signage on the 'Once upon a time' shop front on Nicholas Street. It happened a couple of weeks ago apparently.I know its very small in the grand scheme of the state that is Nicholas Street but just that simple sign added a real medieval, mythical feel to the street imo.

There seems to be an bit of activity going on in that shop though. Anyone know what is going into that unit?

Poxyshamrock

panda100 wrote: »

There seems to be an bit of activity going on in that shop though. Anyone know what is going into that unit?

A Starbucks.

Just kidding. :pac:

Glenomra

panda100 wrote: »

Just after posting on this thread yesterday and while I was out walking last night I saw that they have taken down the signage on the 'Once upon a time' shop front on Nicholas Street. It happened a couple of weeks ago apparently.I know its very small in the grand scheme of the state that is Nicholas Street but just that simple sign added a real medieval, mythical feel to the street imo.

There seems to be an bit of activity going on in that shop though. Anyone know what is going into that unit?

Exactly ! as someone with an involvement in the tourist business, these are they type of specialist shops that visitors are looking for and Limerick is short of.