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By the way - starting at 60 - that explains everything :-)))))))))))
Nov 11, 2011
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Hi Conor Thank you for your continued passion for the site and for your wonderful testimony to Eric :-)) I am in your debt !Warmest regards - Stephen
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About Me:
CONOR MYLES JOHN O’BRIEN

The O’Brien, (Prince of Thomond,) The 18th Baron Inchiquin, 10th Baronet of Leamaneh.

Conor, Myles, John, O’Brien born in Surrey, England on 17th July 1943, the son of the youngest son of 15th Baron Inchiquin, The Hon. Fionn, Myles, Maryons, O’Brien who married Josephine Bembaron in 1939. He has one sister, Fiona, who is married to Romano Obert de Thieusies. He became Chief and Peer on the death of his uncle Phaedrig, the 17th Baron on 20th May 1982. He lives on Dromoland Estate in Thomond House, which is next to Dromoland Castle. Dromoland Castle was the home of the O’Briens until 1962, when Donough 16th Baron sold it to Bernard McDonough , who turned it into a luxury 5 star hotel, in 1963.

Conor was educated in England at Eton College, served in the British Army, 14th / 20th King’s Hussars in the Middle East, Far East and Europe from 1962 to 1975. He has lived and worked most of his life abroad, with 10 years spent in the Far East, Hong Kong and Singapore, running his own trading company for seven years, finally in Financial Services in Hong Kong before returning to live in Ireland in 1982. In 1988 he married Helen Farrell of Newtown Forbes, County Longford. They have two daughters, The Hon. Slaney O’Brien, born 1989 and The Hon. Lucia O’Brien born 1991.

The family run an exclusive guest house in their home Thomond House at Dromoland, as well as having turned Dromoland Estate into a major sporting and leisure centre. Activities include, driven pheasant shooting, stalking, fishing, horse riding, eventing, hunter trials, clay pigeon shooting, off road driving, archery and other activities.

Conor O’Brien as Ex- Chairman of “The Standing Council of Irish Chiefs and Chieftains” is another Chief who believes there is a place for him in modern Irish life. He says, “with the tremendous interest in roots and Clans, the Irish Chiefs have a major role that they can play in the Gaelic and cultural heritage of Ireland and in helping the state authorities in the promotion of tourism through the medium of the Clan Associations and Clan Gatherings as well as ensuring that the country recognise the importance of the link between the old Gaelic culture and our modern day Republican culture.

Conor was responsible for the formation of the O’Brien Clan Association and the First Clan Gathering for 400 years in 1992. He has formed “The O’Brien Clan Foundation” worldwide and this was launched in the USA on 17th March 1998. The last Clan gathering was held in Ireland in 2002, to commemorate the 1000th Anniversary of the accession of Brian Boru to the throne of Ireland.

His interests are in securing Dromoland Estate for the next generation, history, trees and wildlife as well as travel, skiing, shooting, motor racing and motor cars. He is a member of the Kildare and University Club in Dublin.
What car(s) do you own?
1961 Aston Martin DB4 Lightweight 4500cc
1966 Morris Mini Cooper S 1380cc
What do you like to do (e.g. vintage race with...)?
Race with:
Heritage GTCC
AMOC
The Masters
HRCA Ireland
What clubs do you belong to?
GRRC - Goodwood Road Racing Club
AMOC - Aston Martin Owners Club
HGTCC - Heritage Grand Touring Car Challenge
HRCA - Historic Racing Car Association
The Masters Series
MEC - Motor Enthusiasts Club
JDC - Jaguar Drivers Club
MCR - Mini Cooper Register
What do you like to do (e.g. go to race school; get into Vintage Racing)?
Just to be out there with everyone else doing ones best.
Street Address:
Dromoland
State:
Co Clare
Country:
Ireland

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At 5:40pm on November 11, 2011, Stephen PageStephen Page said…

By the way - starting at 60 - that explains everything :-)))))))))))

At 5:39pm on November 11, 2011, Stephen PageStephen Page said…

Hi Conor

Thank you for your continued passion for the site and for your wonderful testimony to Eric :-))

I am in your debt !
Warmest regards - Stephen

At 6:14pm on October 7, 2010, Stephen PageStephen Page said…
Hi Conor
I've stayed at Adare Manor a couple of times.
It will be a wonderful setting for your Irish Festival of Speed.
When you've fixed the date, add it as an event (in our Events section) and I'll feature it on this site - free promotion :-))
Depending when it is, I might join you in person!
All the best - Stephen
At 2:07am on July 10, 2010, Graham ClarkGraham Clark said…
Hi Conor,
Will do
Graham
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At 5:39am on June 21, 2010, Stephen PageStephen Page said…
Hi Conor
Congratulations on your victory.
I wish you every success in collecting the judgement and I admire your tenacity !!!!!!!!
Will you be at the Goodwood Festival of Speed?
I should be back for the Revival and hope to finally meet you in person then.
All the best - Stephen
At 5:17am on June 16, 2010, Stephen PageStephen Page said…
Hi Conor
Thank you for the complement :-))
My best wishes for your success in your High Court Action.
When will you know the outcome?
All the best
Stephen
At 10:51am on May 18, 2010, Stephen PageStephen Page said…
Hi Conor
My UK Home number is 0208-549-2104
My UK cell that I use only when I am in the UK 07910-530094.
I hope that you prevail!
Warmest regards - Stephen
At 8:53pm on April 1, 2010, Dennis GrayDennis Gray said…
Thanks.
I hope you keep up with another American "publication/web site" it's www.sportscardigest.com . Lots of images and interesting prose. Dennis
At 5:02pm on January 19, 2010, Don PentecostDon Pentecost said…
Conor,
Thank you for the postive comments.
Don
At 12:26pm on December 23, 2009, Stephen PageStephen Page said…
Dearest Conor
I must have scared every Mini owner at Goodwood to death - lookng for you like a debt collector :-))
Thank you for the lovely feedback and positive comments :-))
I wish you and your family a happy Christmas and a healthy New Year.
Warmest regards - Stephen

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