Kevin Linehan outside his pub, Moby Dick's in Youghal, Co Cork: 'I was emotional when I announced our retirement.' File photograph: Dermot Barry/The Irish TimesFirst opened by Kevin’s grandfather, David Linehan, in 1880 and trading as Linehans, it was Kevin’s parents, Paddy and Maureen who renamed it Moby Dick. A newspaper double-page spread showcasing the making of Moby Dick in Youghal, Co Cork. Linehan remains hopeful a buyer will emerge to keep the bar, complete with film memorabilia, open for locals and visitors alike. ”We want to enjoy our grandchildren while we still can, but Moby Dick’s will always be part of our lives.”

Source: The Irish Times January 01, 2026 12:01 UTC