Judge Gabbett made his ruling despite solicitor, John Casey commenting that the 'serious work' for singles attending the festival begins at 1.30am
Those seeking love at this year’s month-long Lisdoonvarna match-making festival in north Clare have suffered an early blow to their romance prospects.
At Ennis District Court today, publicans across Lisdoonvarna were seeking a blanket extension of opening hours to serve alcohol to 2.30am through an area 'Exemption for a Special Event' application under Section 10 of the Intoxicating Liquor Act 1962. READ MORE - Irish traditional match maker bringing couples together since his teens fears he may be last in country
Those licensed premises seeking the 2.30am extension included The Ravine, The Ritz, The Rathbaun, The Royal Spa, Meg McGuires, The Imperial, The Hydro, The Matchmaker, The Roadside Tavern, The Wild Honey Inn, The Thomond and White’s Castle.
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