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This iconic Limerick pub is changing its carpet and it's turned up on DoneDeal

The shenanigans are strong in this one.

Aug 19th 2015, 7:36 AM 11,159 Views 8 Comments

COSTELLO'S TAVERN BESIDE TAITS CLOCK - IMAGES FROM THE STREETS OF LIMERICK Source: infomatique

COSTELLO’S TAVERN IN the centre of Limerick city is a cultural institution at this stage.

As this I Love Limerick tribute says, it’s universally loved:

There isn’t a sinner in Limerick worth their salt who doesn’t get a tingle in their tummy when the weekend comes around after a bad few days and someone says “Costello’s on Saturday? Be grand…” It’s a place unlike any other, and has to be experienced to be believed.

So, yesterday, it was revealed that the lovable old place is changing its carpet

The end of an era. Costello's in Limerick are changing their carpet. Yes, this is the 'new' one. Via @artofwong pic.twitter.com/6YrDST6Gje
— keefe🍉 (@eyeshakingking_) August 18, 2015

Source: Keefe Murphy/Twitter

Oh, the stories it could tell.

Once news got out, there quickly appeared an excellent ad on DoneDeal that reads:

For Sale: Costello’s Tavern carpet (Very used)

For Sale: Costello's Tavern carpet (Very used) For Sale in Limerick on DoneDeal Source: DoneDeal.ie

It’s unknown what quick thinking prankster put it online, but they make a solid case for its sale:

Due to popular demand, we have for sale this luxurious local Limerick landmark… the famous “Costello’s Tavern carpet”.

Are YOU in the market for weapons grade bacterial samples or merely looking to start your own new and wonderful disease?! Well look no further!

The deal sounds like a good one too:

€1500 or ANY offer accepted. (A few cans for take away will do)

Only Limerick people need apply.

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This iconic Limerick pub is changing its carpet and it's turned up on DoneDeal

The shenanigans are strong in this one.

So, yesterday, it was revealed that the lovable old place is changing its carpet