LATEST: Kildare pub to be converted into café and fruit and veg shop

Planning permission has been granted for a Monasterevin pub premises to be converted into a greengrocers, café and tourist accommodation.

The project has an estimated construction value of €1.6m, according to the Building Information Ireland database. 

Outbuildings will be demolished and Gahan's Tavern will be converted into a greengrocer shop.

The existing Manley Hopkins' bar will be refurbished to provide dining rooms and toilets.

New buildings built to the rear will comprise a ground floor cafe, kitchen and toilets.

In addition, 14 short term tourist accommodation units will be constructed on the first and second floors.

A new open courtyard area and a new paved area with street furniture will connect to the existing carpark.