Boyle to Boulevard

Maureen O’Sullivan was a true starlet of the silver screen and is remembered fondly by the people of Boyle. She starred in 70 films but is perhaps best remembered for her turn as Jane Parker in the Tarzan films of yesteryear alongside Johnny Weismuller. The lovely exhibition on display in King House tells Maureen’s life story

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Maureen O'Sullivan & Boyle

Known as ‘Ireland’s first film star’, Maureen O’Sullivan was born only yards from King House, where her father was an adjutant in the Connaught Rangers. When she returned to her hometown in 1988, crowds thronged the street for a glimpse of the Boyle girl turned superstar.

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What our visitors say

Our visit to King House was an unexpected excellent excursion. The guide at King House certainly knew his stuff… Well worth a visit.

— Grainne G

This is a great attraction. It's a restored Georgian house, but there's enough variety in the exhibitions to appeal to everyone…The staff were really helpful. If you're in Boyle, I really recommend it.

— Maria C

Our very informative tour guide Aisling gave us a fascinating and amusing account of it's history… You could easily spend two or three hours here. Thoroughly recommended.

— Brendan O’Donovan

Thanks to Thomas who provided us with this afternoons tour, an absolute fountain of knowledge who added real value to our visit!

— Simon Bedford-Smith

King House is magnificent on many levels… There is a coffee shop and a farmers' market in the grounds too. King House could easily be the most interesting and diverse Great House to visit in Ireland

— Fergal Jennings

King House in Boyle is a must see for anyone visiting North West of Ireland. A beautifully maintained historic building that represents three centuries of history of Ireland and the aristocracy that ruled it and the King families in its role.

— Abhi M