Englishtown in Limerick in County Limerick, Munster, Ireland — Irish South-West ((Éire) North Atlantic Ocean)

Barrington’s Hospital

— Medieval Limerick… on King’s Island —

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 14, 2026

1. Barrington’s Hospital Marker

Inscription. The Barrington family, known for their good works spent £10,000 on the building of the hospital in 1829. Although it functioned as a general hospital, it specialised in the care of children. The hospital closed as a public institution in 1988 although part of it is still used today for its intended purpose albeit as a private clinic. (Marker Number 24.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1829.

Location. 52° 40.001′ N, 8° 37.263′ W. Marker is in Limerick, Munster, in County Limerick. It is in Englishtown. It is on George's Quay west of Mary Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 6 George's Quay, Limerick, Munster V94 HE2T, Ireland. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Ancient East.

Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

on the Island of Ireland,

on the Celtic Fringe,

in the European Union,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in

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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Tholsel (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Fannings Castle (about 90 meters away); Robert Graves (about 150 meters away); Old City Court House & Gerald Griffin Memorial School (about 180 meters away); Willow Sculpture (about 180 meters away); Mathew Bridge (about 180 meters away); Merchant’s Quay (about 180 meters away); St. Mary’s Cathedral (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Limerick.

Also see . . . Barrington's Hospital, George's Quay, Limerick.

A fine stone river-fronted building built by the Barrington family. The architect Frederick Darley was paid for the plans on the 18th July 1829 and the hospital was completed in 1830...The building adds significantly to the architectural heritage of the City, and stands as an important monument to the philanthropic endeavours of the Barrington family. The Barringtons are historically associated with Limerick, with the arrival of Samuel Barrington in 1691, which is recorded on a monument in the Saint Mary's Cathedral...On
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 14, 2026

2. Barrington’s Hospital
The marker can be seen in this image against the hospital wall, less accessible than usual due to ongoing floodwall construction.
21st February 1764 Joseph Barrington was born. He was a most influential figure of the family in Limerick, and one of his most important achievements was the foundation, with his sons, of the hospital and infirmary in Limerick. The hospital has closed though the building survives which still bears their name.

(Submitted on May 27, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)

Credits. This page was last revised on May 27, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 27, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 13 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 27, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.