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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS � FAQ
We hope that this FAQ page will answer any questions that you may have about Temple Bar Cultural Trust and Temple Bar, Dublin�s Cultural Quarter. If this FAQ does not answer your questions please contact us here at 01 677 2255 or send us an email to info@templebar.ie.
WHERE IS TEMPLE BAR LOCATED IN RELATION TO DUBLIN CITY?
Temple Bar, Dublin�s Cultural Quarter is located on the south side of the River Liffey and its riverside fringe includes by Aston Quay, Wellington Quay and Wood Quay. Its eastern fringe comprises Westmoreland Street and College Green (Bank of Ireland) and its southern fringe includes Dame Street and Lord Edward Street. Roughly speaking the key landmarks at Temple Bar�s boundaries include the Bank of Ireland/Trinity College, Christchurch Cathedral and the river from O�Connell bridge to the Civic Office blocks at Wood Quay.
Temple Bar occupies approximately 13 hectares (28 acres) and is home to over 3,000 residents, 400 businesses and over 50 arts and cultural organisations and is within walking distance from Grafton Street, Trinity College, St Stephens Green and O�Connell Street.
WHERE CAN I FIND INFORMATION ON TEMPLE BAR WHEN I ARRIVE?
The Temple Bar Cultural Information Centre is located at 12 East Essex Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2 and is open all year round including weekends and lunchtimes. Full list of opening hours below -
Winter Timetable Mon-Fri: 9-5.30 pm, Sat: 10 -5.30pm, Sun: 12-3
Summer Timetable Mon-Fri: 9-5.30pm, Sat: 10-6 pm, Sun: 12-3 pm
Here you can pick up a free map of the area. Our expert and friendly staff can tell you everything else you need to know about the area including, galleries, outdoor markets, concerts, visual art, cinema, music, places to eat and much more!
Our Culture Line will be open from July to September -01 888 3610
WHAT EVENTS ARE CURRENTLY RUNNING IN TEMPLE BAR?
Check out our �Coming up this week� section at http://www.templebar.ie/home_nav_2.html for a list of cultural events in Temple Bar.
ARE THERE ANY CULTURAL ACTIVITIES IN TEMPLE BAR FOR CHILDREN?
Temple Bar Cultural Trust run a wide range of FREE outdoor events during the year. Dublin Circus Festival will take place from the 10th - 13th July 2008 and all events are FREE but some require collection of free tickets or advance booking. Also check out The Ark � A Children�s Cultural Centre www.ark.ie on Eustace Street where you will find workshops and shows for all ages.
I�M PLANNING MY HOLIDAY TO DUBLIN SO HOW CAN I FIND OUT IN ADVANCE WHAT�S ON?
There are so many events happening in Temple Bar and the rest of Dublin that we�d advise you to call into the Temple Bar Cultural Information Centre when you arrive and we�ll give you all the up to date info. Also check out our full events section here on our site.
WHERE DID TEMPLE BAR GET ITS NAME?
Temple Bar was named after Sir William Temple whose residence and gardens stood on the site in the 17th century.
WHERE CAN I FIND A MAP OF TEMPLE BAR?
Click here to find a map of Temple Bar, Dublin�s Cultural Quarter http://www.templebar.ie/home_nav_7.html
WHERE CAN I GET INFORMATION ON ACCOMMODATION IN TEMPLE BAR?
Log on to www.visit-templebar.com or www.visitdublin.com for information on accommodation and places to eat and drink in Temple Bar.
HOW CAN I GET A FULL TOUR OF TEMPLE BAR AND ITS HISTORY?
There are historical tours that run daily in Temple Bar. Log on to www.historicalinsights.ie for further information. Click here to view a full list of publications for sale http://www.templebar.ie/home_nav_16.html.
These publications can be purchased by calling in to the Temple Bar Cultural Information Centre at 12 East Essex Street. Please note we do not accept debit or credit cards.
DO YOU HAVE A TELEPHONE NUMBER WHERE I CAN GET INFORMATION OVER THE PHONE?
The Temple Bar Cultural Information Centre at 12 East Essex Street is a walk-in public information service. Our Culture Line will be open from July to September - here you can speak to a dedicated team of Cultural Information Advisors on all of our events - 01 888 3610. If you would like to contact Temple Bar Cultural Trust we can be contacted at 01 677 2255, but please appreciate that we are unable to provide a comprehensive telephone information service.
CAN YOU SMOKE IN THE PUBS AND RESTAURANTS IN TEMPLE BAR?
No. Dublin is now Europe's first smoke free capital city! Since March 29th 2004, a smoking ban in the work place has been in force. The primary purpose of the ban, which has been a popular success, is to protect to workers and the public who are exposed to harmful environmental tobacco smoke. Dublin pubs, night clubs, restaurants and cafés are now smoke free zones. Definitive information on the scope of the ban is available through this URL
INFORMATION ON DISABILITY ACCESS
The following TBCT cultural buildings are designed to be accessible to patrons with disabilities.
For more information, please contact the cultural organisations directly.
� Temple Bar Music Centre
� Filmbase,
� The Ark
� Gallery of Photography
� Contemporary Music Centre
� National Photographic Archive
� Original Print Gallery
� Temple Bar Gallery & Studios
� Smock Alley Theatre
HOW CAN I GET A STALL AT ONE OF THE TEMPLE BAR MARKETS?
We manage a number of weekly specialist open-air markets including food (Saturday), books & records (Saturday & Sunday), Designer Mart at Cow's Lane(Saturday). If you are a producer or a market trader and you are interested in doing business in Temple Bar, Dublin�s Cultural Quarter, then please contact Lynsey Ni Rainaill at Temple Bar Cultural Trust on 01 677 2255 / lnirainaill@templebar.ie