Survey Data
Reg No
20901919
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Social, Technical
Original Use
Handball alley
In Use As
Handball alley
Date
1920 - 1940
Coordinates
177142, 109397
Date Recorded
25/10/2006
Date Updated
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Description
Freestanding reinforced concrete handball alley, erected c. 1930, with rendered five-tiered stand to west side approached by two rendered steps. Angled cast-iron H-bars support underside of stand, supporting on concrete piers. Square-headed door opening to west end of south side. Rendered floor to ball court.
Appraisal
This handball alley is an important reminder of the strong position the sport once held in Ireland, illustrating the high regard and esteem traditional sports were given in the early days of the Republic. The building contains early examples of concrete and is made distinct from other handball alleys by the incorporation of spectator seats.