Saint Mary's Cathedral, Limerick

10/06/2026

Yesterday afternoon, the Dean of Limerick was delighted to introduce Pádraig Hanley to Saint Mary’s Cathedral as part of the lunchtime series celebrating the EU Presidency. The talk explored the Irish Palatines.

10/06/2026

Morning Update:
Four days after the collapse of the King Donal Mór O’Brien statue, we are delighted to be approaching the halfway mark in our fundraising campaign.
Thank you to everyone who has donated, shared our appeal, and sent messages of support. Your generosity is helping us work towards restoring this much-loved part of Limerick’s heritage.
If you are able to help, please consider making a donation or sharing our campaign with others.
❤️ Donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-king-donal
Together, we can help King Donal Mór O’Brien stand proudly once again in the grounds of Saint Mary’s Cathedral.

09/06/2026

There are no words to express how it feels to see a much-loved part of the cathedral grounds collapse.
Together, we can honour the legacy of King Donal Mór O’Brien for future generations.
Thank you for your support. 💙
Donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-king-donal

09/06/2026

Tonight, King Donal Mór O’Brien spends a third night lying peacefully beneath the open sky, looking up towards the heavens.
If you would like to help us return this beloved landmark to its feet and preserve an important piece of Limerick’s heritage, please support our restoration fundraiser:
❤️ https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-king-donal
Every donation and every share brings us one step closer to seeing King Donal Mór O’Brien stand proudly once again in the grounds of Saint Mary’s Cathedral.
Thank you for your incredible support.

09/06/2026

See below post for details:

Update: Restoring King Donal Mór O’Brien
Following the collapse of the King Donal Mór O’Brien statue on Sunday, 7th June, Saint Mary’s Cathedral has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help fund its replacement.
We have been overwhelmed by the generosity and encouragement shown by our local community in Limerick City and beyond. Our hope is to see this beloved statue returned to its rightful place in the cathedral grounds, where it has inspired so many visitors over the past six years.
The Dean and the Curate Assistant, extend their heartfelt thanks to everyone who has already donated or shared the campaign. We also offer our sincere gratitude to Noreen and the Cathedral volunteers for their dedication and hard work following the collapse.
❤️ Support the restoration here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-king-donal
Every donation and every share brings us one step closer to welcoming King Donal Mór O’Brien back to Saint Mary’s Cathedral.

09/06/2026

Update: Restoring King Donal Mór O’Brien
Following the collapse of the King Donal Mór O’Brien statue on Sunday, 7th June, Saint Mary’s Cathedral has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help fund its replacement.
We have been overwhelmed by the generosity and encouragement shown by our local community in Limerick City and beyond. Our hope is to see this beloved statue returned to its rightful place in the cathedral grounds, where it has inspired so many visitors over the past six years.
The Dean and the Curate Assistant, extend their heartfelt thanks to everyone who has already donated or shared the campaign. We also offer our sincere gratitude to Noreen and the Cathedral volunteers for their dedication and hard work following the collapse.
❤️ Support the restoration here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-king-donal
Every donation and every share brings us one step closer to welcoming King Donal Mór O’Brien back to Saint Mary’s Cathedral.

09/06/2026

The Fallen Statue: The King Donal Mór O’Brien statue now rests peacefully in the grounds of Saint Mary’s Cathedral, Limerick - a poignant reminder of the passage of time and the power of nature.
Though it has fallen, the memories, stories, and history it represents remain as strong as ever. With your support, we hope to give this much-loved landmark a new future.
❤️ Help us restore King Donal Mór O’Brien: https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-king-donal
Thank you to everyone who has shared photographs, memories, and words of encouragement. Together, we can preserve this special piece of Limerick’s heritage.

09/06/2026

A Closer Look at the Craftsmanship of King Donal Mór O’Brien
Every detail of the King Donal Mór O’Brien statue reflects the remarkable skill, artistry, and dedication that brought this much-loved landmark to life. For six years, it has stood as a symbol of Limerick’s rich history and heritage.
Now, we need your help to preserve his legacy.
If you would like to support the restoration of this iconic statue, please consider making a donation and sharing our campaign with others.
❤️ Donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-king-donal
Together, we can ensure that King Donal Mór O’Brien continues to inspire future generations.

09/06/2026

Can You Help Restore King Donal Mór O’Brien?
Our beloved King Donal Mór O’Brien statue has been part of Limerick’s story for six years, bringing history to life for thousands of visitors.
We’re determined to restore this much-loved landmark, but we need your help. Every donation and every share brings us one step closer to preserving this special piece of our heritage.
Donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-king-donal
Together, we can honour the legacy of King Donal Mór O’Brien for future generations.
Thank you for your support. 💙

08/06/2026

Help Us Restore King Donal Mór O’Brien
Following the deterioration and collapse of our beloved King Donal Mór O’Brien statue, we have launched a GoFundMe campaign to help preserve and restore this iconic piece of Limerick’s heritage.
For six years, the statue stood proudly in the grounds of Saint Mary’s Cathedral, welcoming visitors, inspiring artists and photographers, and celebrating the legacy of one of Ireland’s great medieval kings. It quickly became a much-loved landmark for both local residents and visitors from around the world.
The recent collapse highlights the effects of our changing climate and the impact of another exceptionally wet Irish winter on a wooden outdoor sculpture. We are determined to do everything we can to restore this treasured feature, but we cannot do it alone.
Your support, no matter the size of the donation, will be greatly appreciated by the Dean, the Curate Assistant, Limerick City Parish, and the wider community. Together, we can ensure that King Donal Mór O’Brien continues to inspire future generations.
❤️ Please support our restoration campaign and share this post with friends and family.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-king-donal
Thank you for helping us preserve a special part of Limerick’s history and the story of Saint Mary’s Cathedral.