2026-06-18 23:30:42 +0100
To: Louth County Council
PETITION TO PROTECT CÚ CHULAINN'S CASTLE AND SURROUNDING LANDSCAPE
PETITION TO PROTECT CÚ CHULAINN’S CASTLE AND SURROUNDING LANDSCAPE
We, the undersigned, call on Louth County Council, the National Monuments Service, and all relevant planning authorities to protect Cúchulainn’s Castle and the surrounding landscape from large-scale residential development.
Cú Chulainn’s Castle is an important historic, cultural, and archaeological landmark closely connected to the heritage and mythology of Dundalk and County Louth. The open fields surrounding the castle form part of its historic setting and natural beauty and should be preserved for future generations.
Why is this important?
The proposed construction of over 1,000 homes beside the site risks permanently damaging the visual character, heritage value, and archaeological integrity of the area. There are also longstanding local accounts of possible underground tunnels and archaeological features beneath the castle grounds that warrant further professional investigation before any development proceeds.
Instead of intensive development, we believe the site should be preserved and enhanced as a protected heritage area, including:
- Formal heritage protection for the castle and surrounding lands;
- Archaeological excavation and investigation;
- Preservation of the surrounding landscape;
- Development of a visitor and educational centre celebrating the legend of Cúchulainn and the history of the region.
This site is part of the identity and history of Dundalk. Once its surrounding landscape is lost, it can never truly be restored.
We respectfully urge the relevant authorities to reconsider any proposed development plans and prioritise the protection and preservation of this unique heritage site.
Because Louth County Council requested Significant Further Information from the developer, the public consultation period has officially reopened.This is our second chance to object.And it may be our last.You do not have to take anyone’s word for it.
Go to the Louth County Council Planning Map Viewer or the national ePlanning Portal and search Planning Reference 2560768.
Look at the plans,drawings and what is proposed for yourself.If you care about Dún Dealgan, this is what you need to do to take this one step further if you wish to
.Prepare a submission.Put the following at the top:Planning Register Reference: 2560768 Applicant: Grandspect Limited.
Write, in your own words, why you oppose the development.It doesn’t have to be long.
Put your name, address, the date and your signature on the page.
Bring it to:Louth County Council,Town Hall,Crowe Street,Dundalk.
Or, you can submit online through the Local Government Ireland ePlanning Portal.
Important:New submissions require a €20 fee.If you made a submission on the original application, your further observation on the Significant Further Information does not require another fee.
Closing Date: 1st July 2026.
Because Louth County Council requested Significant Further Information from the developer, the public consultation period has officially reopened.This is our second chance to object.And it may be our last.You do not have to take anyone’s word for it.
Go to the Louth County Council Planning Map Viewer or the national ePlanning Portal and search Planning Reference 2560768.
Look at the plans,drawings and what is proposed for yourself.If you care about Dún Dealgan, this is what you need to do to take this one step further if you wish to
.Prepare a submission.Put the following at the top:Planning Register Reference: 2560768 Applicant: Grandspect Limited.
Write, in your own words, why you oppose the development.It doesn’t have to be long.
Put your name, address, the date and your signature on the page.
Bring it to:Louth County Council,Town Hall,Crowe Street,Dundalk.
Or, you can submit online through the Local Government Ireland ePlanning Portal.
Important:New submissions require a €20 fee.If you made a submission on the original application, your further observation on the Significant Further Information does not require another fee.
Closing Date: 1st July 2026.