Classical Concert Series at Pepper Canister Church 2025
This season's classical concert series features performances by Ireland's finest musicians in the stunning acoustic of St Stephen's Church.
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News, events, and stories from St Stephen's Church Dublin.
A Walking Tour of Georgian Dublin Starting at the Pepper Canister
Begin your exploration of Dublin's magnificent Georgian architecture at the iconic Pepper Canister Church on Mount Street.
Read More →The History of Mount Street and Its Famous Church
Mount Street has been one of Dublin's most elegant addresses since the Georgian era, dominated by the distinctive spire of St Stephen's Church.
Read More →Oscar Wilde and the Pepper Canister Church Connection
The famous writer Oscar Wilde was once a parishioner of St Stephen's Church during his time living in Merrion Square.
Read More →The 2010 Renovation: Preserving a Georgian Masterpiece
Major conservation works completed in 2010 ensured that this 19th-century architectural gem will endure for generations to come.
Read More →Pepper Canister Church as a Wedding Venue — Complete Guide
Many couples choose the beautiful Georgian interior of St Stephen's Church for their wedding ceremony in the heart of Dublin.
Read More →Annual Christmas Carol Service 2024
Join us for our traditional candlelit Christmas carol service in the beautiful setting of the Pepper Canister Church.
Read More →Dublin's Most Famous Spires and Steeples
From Christ Church Cathedral to the Pepper Canister, Dublin's skyline is defined by its historic church spires.
Read More →The Board of First Fruits and Dublin's Georgian Churches
The Board of First Fruits funded the construction of many of Dublin's finest churches, including St Stephen's on Mount Street.
Read More →Joseph Welland: The Architect Who Completed the Pepper Canister
Following John Bowden's death, Joseph Welland took over and completed one of Dublin's most beloved landmarks.
Read More →Georgian Church Architecture in Dublin: A Guide
Dublin's Georgian churches represent some of the finest examples of neoclassical ecclesiastical architecture in Europe.
Read More →The View from Merrion Square to the Pepper Canister
The front façade of St Stephen's Church was carefully designed to terminate the magnificent southern vista of Merrion Square.
Read More →W.B. Yeats and St Stephen's Church Dublin
The Nobel Prize-winning poet W.B. Yeats was among the historic parishioners of St Stephen's Church on Mount Street.
Read More →The Duke of Wellington's Dublin Connection
Arthur Wellesley, the Duke of Wellington, was a historic parishioner of St Stephen's Church in Dublin's Georgian quarter.
Read More →The Bells of St Stephen's Church
The bell tower and spire of St Stephen's Church have chimed over Dublin's Mount Street for nearly 200 years.
Read More →Why Is It Called the Pepper Canister? The Story Behind the Name
The beloved nickname derives from the shape of the church's spire, which Dubliners thought resembled a pepper pot or pepper canister.
Read More →The Stained Glass Windows of St Stephen's Church
The stained glass windows of St Stephen's Church feature designs that date back to the Victorian era.
Read More →Georgian Houses of Mount Street Crescent
Mount Street Crescent features some of Dublin's finest Georgian townhouses, with St Stephen's Church at its heart.
Read More →A Self-Guided Tour of Dublin's Historic Churches
From St Patrick's Cathedral to the Pepper Canister, Dublin's churches tell the story of nearly a thousand years of history.
Read More →Walking from Pearse Station to the Pepper Canister
A pleasant ten-minute walk from Pearse DART station brings you to the doors of St Stephen's Church on Mount Street.
Read More →The Choir of St Stephen's Church Dublin
The choir of St Stephen's Church has been a fixture of Dublin's musical life for many decades.
Read More →From Grafton Street to the Pepper Canister: A Dublin Stroll
One of Dublin's pleasantest walks takes you from bustling Grafton Street to the serene Georgian quarter around Mount Street.
Read More →Elizabeth Bowen and Dublin's Georgian Quarter
The novelist Elizabeth Bowen lived near Mount Street and was a parishioner of St Stephen's Church.
Read More →Sheridan Le Fanu: Gothic Tales from a Dublin Parishioner
The master of Victorian ghost stories, Sheridan Le Fanu, once worshipped at St Stephen's Church on Mount Street.
Read More →Thomas Davis and the Young Ireland Movement
Thomas Davis, a founding figure of the Young Ireland movement, was among the historic parishioners of St Stephen's Church.
Read More →What Was the Board of First Fruits?
The Board of First Fruits was a Church of Ireland body that funded the construction of churches across Ireland, including the Pepper Canister.
Read More →John Bowden: The Original Architect of St Stephen's Church
John Bowden designed St Stephen's Church in 1821 but died before the building was completed.
Read More →Exploring Dublin's Georgian Quarter
The Georgian quarter around Merrion Square and Mount Street represents Dublin at its architectural finest.
Read More →The Pepper Canister at Twilight: Dublin's Most Photogenic Church
Photographers agree that St Stephen's Church looks particularly fetching at twilight when its exterior lights have just come on.
Read More →The View from Leinster House to the Pepper Canister
The front of St Stephen's Church terminates one of Dublin's most significant architectural vistas, from Leinster House to Mount Street.
Read More →What Is a Chapel of Ease?
St Stephen's Church is a chapel of ease — a subsidiary church built for the convenience of parishioners living far from the main parish church.
Read More →Dublin in the 1820s: A City of Georgian Churches
The 1820s saw a wave of church construction across Dublin, as the Church of Ireland built magnificent Georgian edifices for growing suburbs.
Read More →The 2010 Conservation Works: Behind the Scenes
Major conservation works in 2010 involved careful restoration of the church's Georgian stonework, woodwork, and interior features.
Read More →Planning Your Wedding at the Pepper Canister Church
Our complete guide to planning a wedding at one of Dublin's most beautiful and distinctive churches.
Read More →Dublin Architecture: Greek Revival Churches
Greek Revival architecture in Dublin produced some of the city's most distinctive buildings, including St Stephen's Church.
Read More →Mount Street Crescent: One of Dublin's Finest Streets
Mount Street Crescent is a Georgian architectural gem, centred on the distinctive spire of St Stephen's Church.
Read More →Dublin's Best Small Concert Venues
St Stephen's Church is widely regarded as one of Dublin's finest small concert venues, thanks to its superb acoustic.
Read More →Guided Tours of the Pepper Canister Church
Learn about the church's history, architecture, and notable parishioners on a guided tour of St Stephen's Church.
Read More →Preserving Georgian Dublin: Challenges and Successes
The conservation of Georgian Dublin requires ongoing effort by heritage organisations, local authorities, and community groups.
Read More →The Sound of Church Bells in Dublin
The bells of Dublin's churches, including St Stephen's, have marked the passing of time in the city for centuries.
Read More →From St Stephen's Green to St Stephen's Church
St Stephen's Church takes its name from the nearby St Stephen's Green, one of Dublin's best-loved public parks.
Read More →Christmas at the Pepper Canister Church
The candlelit Christmas services at St Stephen's Church are one of the highlights of Dublin's festive season.
Read More →Choral Music in Dublin's Georgian Churches
Dublin's Georgian churches continue to play a vital role in the city's musical life, hosting choirs and concerts throughout the year.
Read More →Mount Street Upper: A Street of Architectural Treasures
Mount Street Upper is home to some of Dublin's finest Georgian architecture, with St Stephen's Church as its centrepiece.
Read More →Best Photography Locations in Dublin's Georgian Quarter
The Georgian quarter offers endless opportunities for architectural photography, with the Pepper Canister spire as an iconic subject.
Read More →Easter Services at St Stephen's Church Dublin
Easter is one of the most important times of year at St Stephen's Church, with special services marking Holy Week.
Read More →Walking Dublin's Historic Streets: Mount Street to Grafton Street
A walk from Mount Street to Grafton Street takes you through some of Dublin's most historic and architecturally significant areas.
Read More →10 Fun Facts About the Pepper Canister Church
Did you know the Pepper Canister Church was designed by the same architect who worked on other Dublin landmarks? Discover more fascinating facts.
Read More →Visitor Guide: The Pepper Canister Church for Tourists
Visiting Dublin? Don't miss the Pepper Canister Church — one of the city's most distinctive and photogenic landmarks, free to visit.
Read More →The Future of St Stephen's Church: Plans and Aspirations
The parish of St Stephen looks to the future with plans to expand the church's community and cultural role in Dublin.
Read More →The Art of Georgian Façades in Dublin
The front of St Stephen's Church is a masterclass in Georgian façade design, carefully composed to terminate a major urban vista.
Read More →Architecture of the Pepper Canister: A Detailed Analysis
An in-depth look at the architectural features that make St Stephen's Church one of Dublin's most distinctive buildings.
Read More →The Story Behind Dublin's Most Recognisable Church Spire
Few church spires are as instantly recognisable as the Pepper Canister's. Learn about its design, construction, and cultural significance.
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