There has been talk in the last few days of a proposal to build a castle in St. Stephen's Green and naturally enough, as with anything that is in any way controversial in Ireland, a protest ensued, well a pretend one.
But, before you make your placards and head down to the park yourself it's all a joke, an excellently elaborate marketing ploy by King Crisps.
The King Crisps Twitter account was very active recently with them teasing some big plans for St. Stephen's Green last week, revealing all on Friday. The big plans were to develop a castle for the King himself in St. Stephen's green and it didn't go down well with everyone. Here's the public's reaction:
Have you seen these plans for Stephen’s Green? Here’s what the public thinks of them…#TheKingsNewGaff
Posted by 98FM on Saturday, 25 July 2015
While it may all be a marketing ploy, it's extremely clever and has certainly had the desired effect, getting the conversation going and brining King Crisps into everyone's thoughts.
The real winner in all of this is the King Crisps Twitter page who have been having the absolute craic with various restaurants, nightclubs and band members.
Come on down to Stephens Green and marvel at my glorious plans! #TheKINGsNewGaff pic.twitter.com/zT2LymY5Ts
— King Crisps (@King_Crisps) July 23, 2015
At least Mr. King is thinking ahead
Cheers @WoodiesIreland. I'll also be looking for wood for my portcullis. I'll call in. @duluxirl - you got this red? pic.twitter.com/27aYtu4BAZ
— King Crisps (@King_Crisps) July 26, 2015
That bloody LUAS causing problems for his Highness
Any chance of dimming the #dingding once I build my castle @Luas? My bedroom is going to be in that turret on right http://t.co/9Ct9qUJ8tn
— King Crisps (@King_Crisps) July 25, 2015
How kind of him to offer his castle for Prince Jay and his Princess to have their wedding reception
Congrats @JayKodaline! I'll give you my banqueting room in the new castle for your reception... if you want? pic.twitter.com/r22GdlQHL0
— King Crisps (@King_Crisps) July 25, 2015
After initially protesting, Keywest appeared to have a change of heart
You two are officially pardoned! I'll release you BACK INTO YOUR ARMS of the other bandmates of @Keywestofficial.
— King Crisps (@King_Crisps) July 24, 2015
Humble abode? *cough, monstrosity!
How much is my new humble abode going to be worth @Sherry_Fitz? #TheKingsNewGaff pic.twitter.com/SObQP8IZQY
— King Crisps (@King_Crisps) July 23, 2015
Fair play to Sherry FitzGerald, who were up for the craic as well
@King_Crisps lots!
— Sherry FitzGerald (@Sherry_Fitz) July 23, 2015
This has kept us thoroughly entertained. Keep up the great work King. Now we're off too buy some crisps, we suddenly have a craving for them for some reason.
Hat-Tip: Video from 98FM on Facebook
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