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Brian Dillon

Grogan's pub restoration unveils previous sign dating back to 1950s

Grogan's Castle Lounge on South William Street has been a beloved destination for pub lovers in Dublin city centre for generations - and the pub's old signage has been uncovered during restoration works.

People walking past the iconic city centre boozer might have noticed an unfamiliar sign on the front of the venue, but owners have reassured customers that the pub's name has not changed. In fact, the new sign spotted today is not new at all. It is actually a sign that has been hidden for decades.

"No, we've not changed our name," Grogan's Castle Lounge wrote on Twitter. "Some restoration work on our sign revealed this sign dating back to the 1950's when Grogan's was under previous ownership and known as Bowes."

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