A former works depot building has been successfully converted into a new tearoom and public toilets in Dublin.

The fresh facilities are based in the 19th century designed Palmerston Park, Rathgar, which is a much-loved local amenity that still retains many of its original design features such as the waterfall and pond and a quaint shelter.

The architect-designed tearooms comprise a generous light infused space which opens out to a sunny west facing courtyard which also gets the benefit of the morning sun through east facing glazed screens.  

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Two public toilets open directly onto the courtyard, one universally accessible, the other ambulant disabled. Decorative sliding steel screens at the entrance doors display an impression of the 19th century map of the park.

Outside the gravelled courtyard Leinster granite kerbs enclose colourful pollinator friendly mixed planting beds. Parasols will provide shelter for those sunny or damp days. 

The operation of the tearooms will be offered by estate agents Colliers and it is envisaged that they will be open to the public in spring of 2025.

The Palmerston park tearooms is the newest addition in Dublin City Council’s network of tearooms which provide facilities for visitors to stay longer and avail of the park amenities.

These tearooms also provide a sense of place where the local community can meet and socialize in a family friendly and healthy environment. 

The Lord Mayor of Dublin, James Geoghegan, said: "The development of the tearooms and public toilets in this park will be a welcome amenity to the local community who take great pride in the heritage and appearance of the park."