Sutton
Ireland
Visit the sunny south side of the peninsula. This is the only tour that travels along Strand Road by the coast overlooking Dublin Bay and the Wicklow Mountains.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Sutton, the elegant threshold to the Howth Peninsula and a place of profound geographical and historical significance. Situated on a narrow isthmus that connects the 'island' of Howth to the mainland, Sutton offers a…
Listen in the app2The Sutton Isthmus — A Geological Bridge
The defining feature of Sutton is undoubtedly its geography. We are standing on a tombolo—a narrow neck of land formed over millennia as sand and shingle accumulated between the mainland and the former island of Howth. …
Listen in the app3Sutton Cross and Victorian Development
Sutton Cross serves as the village’s functional heart, a junction where the history of Victorian suburban expansion meets the modern daily life of Dublin. The arrival of the Dublin and Drogheda Railway in the 1840s, and later the…
Listen in the app4Red Rock and the Martello Tower
Moving toward the southern coast of the isthmus, we encounter Red Rock, a rugged area of shoreline named for the distinctive ferruginous hue of its stones. This site offers a dramatic contrast to the sandy beaches elsewhere in…
Listen in the app5The Burrow Beach — A Coastal Sanctuary
On the northern side of the isthmus lies the Burrow Beach, a stunning stretch of sandy shoreline that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. This beach is a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll,…
Listen in the app6Sutton DART Station and Transport Heritage
The Sutton DART station is more than just a transit hub; it is a gateway that has defined the village's identity for nearly two centuries. The arrival of the train transformed the accessibility of the peninsula, allowing for the…
Listen in the app7Literary Connections — From Joyce to the Present
Sutton and the surrounding Howth coastline have left an indelible mark on the Irish literary landscape. The most famous connection is, of course, to James Joyce, whose seminal work Ulysses draws heavily on the sensory details of…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our exploration of Sutton, take a moment to look back at the narrow isthmus that has been our path. This village is a unique place where geography and history converge, creating a gateway that is as beautiful as…
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What is Sutton?
Sutton is a place in Ireland with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 53.3901, -6.1102 |
| Last updated |