Scut Fagan’s pub suffered a devastating fire in the early hours of New Year’s Eve morning, no injuries have been reported at this time
Fagans pub in Moynalvey, Co. Meath
Locals in Moynalvey, Co. Meath woke up to a shock this morning as gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a fire at Scut Fagan’s (Fagans) pub in the early hours of the morning on December 31, 2025.
The fire was brought under control by several units of fire services from a number of nearby locations and the scene has been preserved for a technical examination. Fortunately no injuries have been reported at this time.
A traditional Irish country pub, Fagans is a popular meeting spot for those looking for great company to go with their pint in a classic, cosy corner of rural Meath. It is renowned for its traditional music and recently featured in the Oscar nominated film An Cailín Ciúin
Owners of the 150-year-old pub, Beth-Ann and John Reilly take their hospitality to great lengths even going as far as to call taxis for their customers upon request at the end of a night to ensure they get home safe.
A spokesperson for An Garda Síochána told the Irish Independent: “Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a fire at a commercial property at Moynalvey, Co Meath, at around 5:15am on December 31, 2025. The fire was extinguished by the fire services. No injuries reported at this time.
“The scene has been held for a technical examination and enquiries are ongoing.”