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New Netflix series to chronicle the rise of the Guinness Family
A new Netflix series will look at the rise of the Guinness Family when it launches next month. In his new drama series, Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight will swap the mean streets of Birmingham for the back alleys and stately mansions of Dublin — as well as its world-renowned brewery. Advertisement Premiering on September 25th, House of Guinness whisks us back to the 1860s, where the powerful and debaucherous titular family is on the precipice of greatness. 'It's the extraordinary story of a family who happens to be the inheritors of the biggest brewery in the world. They're young and are given the task of taking on this incredibly successful brand,' Knight tells Tudum. 'The first priority is: Don't screw it up. And the second priority is to make Guinness even bigger.' Siblings Arthur (Anthony Boyle), Edward (Louis Partridge), Anne (Emily Fairn), and Ben (Fionn O'Shea) experience ecstatic highs and heartbreaking lows as they work to live up to their birthright of black gold. Photo: Netflix. House of Guinness explores an epic story inspired by one of Europe's most famous and enduring dynasties — the Guinness family. Advertisement Set in 19th-century Dublin and New York, the story begins immediately after the death of Benjamin Guinness, the man responsible for the extraordinary success of the Guinness brewery, and the far-reaching impact of his will on the fate of his four adult children, Arthur, Edward, Anne, and Ben, as well as on a group of Dublin characters who work and interact with the phenomenon that is Guinness. Creator Knight is excited for audiences to meet the 'naturally wild' clan. 'I'm just in awe of their zest for life — their lust for life, often literally,' he says. Knight reveals that brothers Arthur and Edward are the 'heart' of House of Guinness. 'I won't give away the plot — but they were given joint stewardship of the brewery for very interesting reasons,' he explains. 'Before he died, their father very deliberately chained Arthur and Edward together in responsibility for the brewery. You'll find out why when you watch.'
Irish Independent
30-05-2025
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- Irish Independent
June bank holiday in Laois: Festivals, family days out and classic cars
Follow Independent Laois on Facebook Timahoe Hertiage Festival Step back into Ireland's rich history at this heritage festival on May 31 and June 1, where vikings will take over Timahoe, with reenactments, medieval combat displays, a viking village, and gael crafts. There will also be beekeeping demonstrations, an art and craft fair, cooking demonstrations, and a 5km heritage run to kick off festivities. Stradbally Woodland Railway Situated in the grounds of the Stradbally Hall estate, the railway opened in 1969 as the first volunteer-run heritage railway in Ireland. The railway stemmed from an earlier idea which saw an original Guinness Brewery steam locomotive steamed while mounted on blocks for the August 1967 National Steam Rally. A short section of the track was laid for the 1968 event and the engine pulled several small passenger carriages. This June Bank Holiday Weekend, visitors can experience the charm of the railway for a train ride through the woods at Stradbally. The trip will kick off at 11.00am on Sunday and 4.00pm on Monday. Junefest At Castleview Open Farm The Castleview Junefest is open to everyone and ideal for families this June Bank Holiday, with activities such as face painting, bouncy castles, animal bingo, and barnyard dancing. The farm, which originally operated as an intensive beef finishing unit, the now home to a range of animals on 14 acres with looped walkways throughout. Dunamaise Arts Centre Immerse yourself in the arts in Portlaoise during the long weekend, with the Shawn Cuddy Summer Country Show back this year on Friday by popular demand. He will perform a host of his trademark hits along with some new material from his latest album. Special guests will include TR Dallas, Michael Collins and Curtis Magee. Lisa Lawlor School of Dance will present Dance the Night on Saturday showcasing a dynamic variety of dance styles including hip-hop, lyrical, theatre craft, jazz and ballet. ADVERTISEMENT Classic car run The Gordon Bennett Irish Classic Car run will begin in Laois this Bank Holiday weekend, running from Friday, May, 30 to Monday, June, 2. The run celebrates the Original Gordon Bennet Cup Race held in Ireland in 1963, with all vehicles manufactured before 1995 welcome, however booking spaces are limited. The event is international and will run over the three days, beginning at Treacy's Pub, The Heath. It will also feature a Gala dinner, a driver BBQ and dinner, costume day, and scenic drives each day.
