Daniel O'Connell Summer School CLG

The Daniel O'Connell Summer School Company Limited by Guarantee organises an annual two-day educational programme that honours the legacy of Ireland's great 19th-century statesman. In 2025 the School will be held at the Ring of Kerry Hotel in Cahersiveen and at Derrynane House, Caherdaniel, bringing together scholars, politicians and cultural figures to explore the issues that mattered to Daniel O'Connell and that remain relevant today.

The School's core offering is a richly-curated programme of lectures, panel discussions and cultural events, featuring speakers such as the Taoiseach, senior academics, journalists and experts in Irish history and folklore. Attendees also benefit from curated accommodation options near the venues, making the experience both convenient and immersive.

By creating a vibrant forum for debate and celebration, the Daniel O'Connell Summer School provides a unique platform for students, researchers, policy-makers and anyone with an interest in Irish heritage to engage with the enduring ideas of one of the nation's most influential leaders.