David Condon Finds

I’ll start this by saying that this post applies to tourists coming to Ireland on vacation or holiday, and to our own “staycationers” who are brave enough to holiday at home. It’s written as a broad, practical guide for getting the most out of your time here, whatever the weather. If you do happen to find yourself in Kerry at any point, many of these ideas apply just as well there too.

I’ll be honest, when Lego first launched the Star Wars helmet series, I wasn’t completely sold. They looked fantastic, but the price tag made me hesitate. That changed a few years back when I decided my wall space needed filling, so I picked up three at once in August. My plan was simple: save them for Christmas Day, put on a good movie, and build them on a low table in front of me. Once I’d assembled and displayed those first three, I was hooked. Since then, I’ve been slowly adding more to my collection. The best part? When someone walks into the room and sees them, they recognise the characters instantly and I can’t help but notice a little pang of envy every time.

There’s something about LEGO Star Wars Helmets that makes them irresistible to collectors. They’re compact, detailed, and instantly recognizable, turning your favourite characters into display pieces that stand out on any shelf. If you’ve already checked out my thoughts on the LEGO UCS Venator or my round-up of LEGO Star Wars Collector Sets , you’ll know I love builds that balance detail with display value. While some of the rarer helmets have disappeared from official LEGO stores, a handful are still available directly, and others can easily be found on Amazon if you know where to look. In this post, I’ll break down the helmets still offered on LEGO.com, share a look at my own collection, and point you towards where you can pick them up today. I got the AT-AT Driver at Christmas and it is now part of my collection. Note:  As an Amazon and LEGO Affiliate, I may earn from qualifying purchases from the links below. LEGO Helmets Still Available on LEGO.com Not every helmet is st...

LEGO has a way of bringing movie magic into the real world. Some sets are so big and detailed they feel like owning a piece of cinema history, not just a pile of bricks. From castles and towers to superhero skylines, these builds are the crown jewels for fans of fantasy and film. If you enjoy the technical side of LEGO, don’t miss my look at the Icons of Engineering & Architecture , and for Star Wars fans I’ve also highlighted collector sets that deserve a place in your display . Here are a few of the standout landmarks worth a place in any serious LEGO collection. Note:  As an Amazon and LEGO Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases from the links below. LEGO Hogwarts Castle 71043 Hogwarts Castle is pure nostalgia in brick form. With over 6,000 pieces, it captures the essence of the Harry Potter universe in miniature — towers, classrooms, Great Hall, and even tiny micro figures representing beloved characters. It’s a challenging build, but the end result is a magical ce...

When it comes to LEGO, nothing quite matches the excitement of the Star Wars range. These sets aren’t just builds — they’re icons of sci-fi history, recreated in brick form for fans who want something lasting to display. Alongside heavyweight UCS sets like the New Death Star  and the Venator-class Star Destroyer — which I’ve written about in separate posts — there are other collector models that deserve a place in any Star Wars display. Here are four standout LEGO Star Wars collector models that balance detail, nostalgia, and display impact. 💡   Notes: As an Amazon and LEGO Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases made through the links below.Some LEGO Europe links may open on the French LEGO site (lego.com/fr-fr). You can switch the language to English at the top of the page — it’s still the official LEGO EU store, and prices and checkout remain the same for Ireland and the UK. The Razor Crest 75331 The Razor Crest quickly became a fan favourite thanks to The Mandal...

We all love a bit of tech and engineering design that pushes limits, and LEGO’s flagship builds are no different. These aren’t your everyday playsets, they’re serious projects for builders who want a challenge and collectors who want to own a piece of engineering history in brick form. If your passion leans more toward Star Wars, I’ve also put together a guide to my  LEGO Star Wars UCS sets , which cover some of the biggest and most impressive models LEGO has ever released. If you’re looking for high-value LEGO sets that make an impact on display as well as in the build, here are four icons of engineering and architecture that stand out. I have already purchased my UCS build for Christmas 2025, you might like to read my post  Note:  As an Amazon and LEGO Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases from the links below. 💡  Note:  Some LEGO Europe links may open on the French LEGO site ( lego.com/fr-fr ). You can switch the language to English at the top of the...

When it comes to LEGO Star Wars, few sets carry the same weight as the new  LEGO Death Star 75419 . It’s massive, instantly recognisable, and easily one of the most ambitious sets LEGO has ever produced. For collectors, it’s the kind of build that doesn’t just sit on a shelf, it becomes the centrepiece of a collection. Perfectly displayable as it has a flat back, any wall space will do. I’ve already looked at some of the heavy hitters in the UCS (Ultimate Collector Series), including my post on the UCS Millennium Falcon and a recent deep dive into the Why the LEGO UCS Venator is my next purchase . The Death Star deserves its own spotlight, not only because of its sheer size, but also because it sparks one big question: is it really worth the money? I'll try and answer that below if I can. Note: As an Amazon and now LEGO Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from the links below. 💡 Note: Some LEGO Europe links may open on the French LEGO site (lego.com/fr-fr). You can s...