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Guinness, an iconic Irish stout, has a rich history dating back to 1759 when Arthur Guinness founded the brewery in Dublin. Over the years, Guinness has become one of the world’s best-selling beers, known for its distinctive dark color and creamy head. The cream and black coloring of the Guinness Beanie embodies the pint itself. […]

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Guinness, an iconic Irish stout, has a rich history dating back to 1759 when Arthur Guinness founded the brewery in Dublin. Over the years, Guinness has become one of the world’s best-selling beers, known for its distinctive dark color and creamy head. The cream and black coloring of the Guinness Beige Trucker Cap embodies the […]

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The Guinness Golf Ball Markers show three of the most iconic Guinness symbols – the harp, the delicious pint, and the toucan. You will surely impress your friends with these at the golf course! Great for a gift or yourself, the Guinness Golf Ball Markers are ideal for the Guinness golf lover in your life. […]

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The perfect way to commemorate your favorite days on the beautiful green golf courses of Ireland! Designed to embody the famed Guinness stout, this Guinness Golf Balls and Tee Set will ensure you play your best on your next round. This gift set includes: two Guinness logoed golf balls and nine wooden pint tees. This […]

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Guinness, an iconic Irish stout, has a rich history dating back to 1759 when Arthur Guinness founded the brewery in Dublin. Over the years, Guinness has become one of the world’s best-selling beers, known for its distinctive dark color and creamy head. The Guinness Grey and Green Hoodie is the perfect balance between Irish fun […]

Irish man in a green Guinness Harp hoodie with Celtic knotwork and harp motifs, blending heritage style and modern comfort.

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Guinness, an iconic Irish stout, has a rich history dating back to 1759 when Arthur Guinness founded the brewery in Dublin. Over the years, Guinness has become one of the world’s best-selling beers, known for its distinctive dark color and creamy head. The Guinness Harp Hoodie feels like St Patrick’s Day every day! This super […]

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Guinness, an iconic Irish stout, has a rich history dating back to 1759 when Arthur Guinness founded the brewery in Dublin. Over the years, Guinness has become one of the world’s best-selling beers, known for its distinctive dark color and creamy head. The Guinness Hockey Hoodie is equally distinctive and iconic. The cream and black […]

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Guinness, an iconic Irish stout, has a rich history dating back to 1759 when Arthur Guinness founded the brewery in Dublin. Over the years, Guinness has become one of the world’s best-selling beers, known for its distinctive dark color and creamy head. Equally iconic, the Guinness Trademark Beige TShirt is as classic as they come. […]

alt= a collection of hunting flasks with two different styles of leather brown and black and eight different harris tweed patterns on a white background

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A fun, perfect gift, the Harris Tweed Hunting Flask is cylindrical in shape, topped with four shot glasses – perfect for sharing! The flask itself comes in a sturdy, branded box great for wrapping or putting into a gift bag. Grab one for your sister, significant other, cousin, and even self! There are enough colors […]

alt= a pair of people wearing a tropical button down shirt with a tropical Guinness pattern

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Tired of the same old same old Guinness attire? Black and tan, or even just green tshirts and longsleeves, watch out! The Hawaiian Guinness shirt is suitable for vacation or just enjoying a day out. Perfect for men and women, you can match or stand alone! Pink flowers, blue palm trees and toucans brighten up […]

alt= a ceramic teapot with red tartan print accents with a stylized highland cow

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The Highland Cow Teapot is an adorable piece featuring a coo, “Scotland”, and thistles with a whimsically shaped handle, perfect for drinking. The Highland Cow (or coo) is the oldest breed of cow in the world. Their famous large horns help them forage for food during snowy winters in the Scottish Highlands and their double […]

alt= a hope for life tartan baseball hat

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The Hope For Life Baseball Cap was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All Cancers, white for Lung Cancer, and Purple to honor Caregivers. Adjustable size fits all.

alt= a black hope for life brimmed baseball cap

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The Hope For Life Baseball Cap was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All Cancers, white for Lung Cancer, and Purple to honor Caregivers.  Navy w/ tartan brim. Adjustable size fits all.

alt= a hope for life tartan kilt sock

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The Hope For Life Cummerbund was designed so each of the six vibrant colors has a significance. Pink represents Breast Cancer, light blue for Prostate Cancer, lime green for Lymphoma, lavender for All Cancers, white for Lung Cancer, and Purple to honor Caregivers.

Once the tartan was developed, Donegal Square enlisted its customer base to name the tartan. The name “Hope for Life” was chosen because of our hope that someday cancer research will result in a cure.

These one of a kind tartan items are handcrafted in Scotland of 100% wool.  A generous portion of the profit from the sale of these products will benefit the American Cancer Society and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Adjustable to 40″

alt= a hope for life tartan cabby hat trinity style

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The Hope For Life Gents Cap is designed in the vibrant Hope For Life Tartan, handcrafted in Scotland of 100% wool. Hope For Life Awareness Neville Gardner, proprietor of Donegal Square and McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub, took part in the American Cancer Society’s “Real Men Wear Pink” campaign in the fall of 2019. This experience […]

alt= a hope for life tartan cabby hat trinity style

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The Hope For Life Gents Cap is designed in the vibrant Hope For Life Tartan, handcrafted in Scotland of 100% wool. Hope For Life Awareness Neville Gardner, proprietor of Donegal Square and McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub, took part in the American Cancer Society’s “Real Men Wear Pink” campaign in the fall of 2019. This experience […]

My entrepreneurial journey began at age 11 in my mother's dress shop in Northern Ireland. After moving to America following a field hockey romance in 1978, I was working as a Civil Engineer in Pennsylvania. When my Dad was diagnosed with a terminal illness, I realized how difficult it was to squeeze in trips back home. Dad's illness became the catalyst for starting a business that would allow me to travel home routinely.

In February 1985, Donegal Square was born—a cultural bridge inspired by my Irish upbringing. Over the decades, my wife Linda and I have developed the shop and helped establish the Celtic Cultural Alliance and Celtic Classic Festival. Today, we've created a warm haven where visitors are "instantly transported across the Atlantic to Ireland...no passport required," offering authentic Celtic gifts in an atmosphere that feels like visiting the old country with friends.

Hey, I'm Neville,
The founder behind Donegal Square & McCarthy's Red Stag Pub

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