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Knockabbey Castle & Gardens

Knockabbey Castle has evolved over the last millennium and each of the families who lived there have left their mark. They contain some of the finest historical water gardens to be found anywhere in the country, dating back to the 11th century. The gardens contain a wide range of magnificent specimen trees and is tulip tree ranks among the largest and finest in Ireland.

Today you have a unique opportunity to see these gardens restored after generations of neglect. Spend an afternoon strolling through the 30 acres, which include meadows, herbaceous border, formal Victorian garden with restored glasshouse, medieval waterways, parkland and various other garden buildings. Experience the peace and tranquility of this magical place.

Spend some time in the courtyard where you can view a film on the restoration in our Interpretative Centre or browse through the Tack Room.

"A visit to Knockabbey Castle & Gardens is like a step back in time, here you can see for yourself a real piece of Irish gardening history."
Dermot O’Neill, Garden Heaven Show

Situated
Take M1 to Ardee, take 2nd roundabout to Tallanstown, straight through Tallanstown and it’s signposted from here.
Open

Sat & Sun, May & Sept. Tues-Sun, June, July & Aug (+ Bank Holidays). Groups all year by prior arrangement.

Admission
Adults €6.00. Children €4.00,
Tower House €6.00, Garden and Tower House €10.00.
Group rates available. Castle Private
Facilities
Interpretative Centre, Toilets, Parking, Wheelchair Access.
Contact

Knockabbey Castle & Gardens
Louth Village
Co. Louth
Tel: +353 1 6778816 (Office Hours)

Email: info@knockabbeycastle.com
Web Site: www.knockabbeycastle.com

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