Irish State Visit: IV

 FARMLEIGH, DUBLIN,COUNTY DUBLIN

FARMLEIGH WAS FORMERLY THE SEAT OF THE GUINNESS FAMILY, EARLS OF IVEAGH

THURSDAY, 20TH MAY

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh this morning visited St. Patrick's Rock of Cashel, County Tipperary, and were received by Dr. Eugene Keane (Historian, Office of Public Works).

Her Majesty and His Royal Highness, escorted by Dr. Keane, toured the Cathedral ruins and the Medieval Hall and met members of staff and local residents.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh this afternoon visited the English Market, Cork, County Cork, and were received by the Lord Mayor of Cork (Councillor Michael O'Connell).

Her Majesty, escorted by the Lord Mayor, and His Royal Highness, escorted by Mr. Simon Coveney (Minister for Agriculture, Food and Marine), toured the Market, viewing stalls and meeting traders and local residents.

The Queen unveiled a plaque to mark the visit.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh later visited Tyndall National Institute, Lee Maltings, Dyke Parade, Cork, and were received by the Chief Executive Officer (Professor Roger Whatmore) and Mr. Michael Murphy (President of University College Cork).

Her Majesty, escorted by the Chief Executive, and His Royal Highness, escorted by Mr. Murphy, toured the building, viewing scientific research and meeting members of staff and students and representatives from the local community.

The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh this afternoon departed from Cork Airport for the United Kingdom and were received later on arrival at Royal Air Force Northolt by the Earl Peel (Lord Chamberlain).