Garden

A major renovation program was undertaken in the 1970’s after the garden was hit by a windstorm . Some clearing of a mature and rather overgrown Victorian garden had been done . A storm in Jan 1972 caused devastation and major replanting took place with the assistance of Sir Harold Hillier , the eminent English plantsman.

What has been created is a very unusual collection of trees and shrubs. Many of which will not be found elsewhere in Ireland. It is open to visitors and has been visited by many worldwide gardening groups and international dendrologists

Paths meander through the eight acre garden and create surprises and vistas around every corner. The existing arboretum is currently being extended by another six acres into a neighbouring field. There is something of interest to all types of gardeners, and there are some lovely woodland walks.

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