Lismore Castle Gardens
Email: lismoreestates@eircom.netWebsite: www.lismorecastle.com
Telephone: +353 (0)58 54424
Postal Address:
Lismore Castle Gardens,
Lismore,
Co. Waterford.
Gardens set in seven acres within 17th. Century walls. Fine collection of magnolias, camellias, rhododendrons, herbaceous borders and contemporary sculpture. The historic gardens at Lismore Castle are divided into two very different halves. The Upper Garden is a complete example of the 17th century walled garden first constructed here by Richard Boyle, the 1st Earl of Cork, in about 1605. The outer walls and terraces remain and the plantings have changed to match the tastes of those living within the Castle. The Lower Garden was mostly made in the 19th century for the 6th Duke of Devonshire, Joseph Paxton's patron. This garden is informal with shrubs, trees and lawns, and the stately Yew Avenue is much older, perhaps from the 17th century.
Facilities: Contemporary Art Gallery in West wing of the Castle.
Open: 17th March - Sept. 11.00am - 4.45pm daily
Admission: €8. Children €4
Photo: Courtesy Failte Ireland
