
Percy French
Percy French was a celebrated Irish songwriter and entertainer who performed at St John's Church in its early years, adding cultural richness to the church's social activities.
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Percy French famously failed to reach Kilkee Railway Station in time for a recital, which he immortalised in his ballad.
Trump Tower? Doonbeg Castle’s turbulent history and mystery hoard of gold – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2026-09-16
The artist Percy French made the West Clare Railway the subject of his song, Are Ye Right There Michael?
the ghost trains of west Clare – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2025-09-07
Percy French performed at St John’s in its early years.
Broad church – Alyson Gavin Lysaght on the Anglican Church of St John the Evangelist in Sandymount – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2025-04-13
















