The Ward Union Hunt 1854 – 2012
The Ward Union Hunt takes its name from the hamlet and river called the Ward in the parish of Finglas in North Dublin and a
roadside Hotel at the time called The Union.
roadside Hotel at the time called The Union.
In 1828 there were 2 hunts in the present ward country, The Dubher and the Hollywood out of which the Wards was formed in 1840. In approximately 1854 the two
hunts amalgamated and were renamed The Ward Union staghounds as they are known to this day. The Wards hunt in North County Dublin, Meath as well as
parts of Kildare.
hunts amalgamated and were renamed The Ward Union staghounds as they are known to this day. The Wards hunt in North County Dublin, Meath as well as
parts of Kildare.
Today’s pack is based in Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath and is a member of the Hunting Association of Ireland in conjunction with the Irish Master of Foxhounds
Association, the Irish Foot Harriers Association. There is sometimes a misconception with regard to the Ward Union Hunt that the hunt kills the stag. This is not the case and had never been so.
During the hunting season which runs from October to March the hunt meets twice a week, mainly Tuesdays and Friday’s i.e approximately 45 – 50 times a season. In addition the hunt hosts 2-3 children meets. The club has approximately 200 – 250 members and subscribers, of which 100 are riding members. The club also has a very large supporters club.
Association, the Irish Foot Harriers Association. There is sometimes a misconception with regard to the Ward Union Hunt that the hunt kills the stag. This is not the case and had never been so.
During the hunting season which runs from October to March the hunt meets twice a week, mainly Tuesdays and Friday’s i.e approximately 45 – 50 times a season. In addition the hunt hosts 2-3 children meets. The club has approximately 200 – 250 members and subscribers, of which 100 are riding members. The club also has a very large supporters club.
