Property
Killruddery House & Gardens
County
Wicklow
Short description
Killruddery is unique in having the most extensive early formal gardens, still in their original style, surviving in Ireland. Dating from the 1680s they are amongst the most important gardens of their type in these islands. Killruddery Estate has been in the ownership of the Brabazon family (the Earls of Meath) since 1618. The core of the gardens is a pair of canals (550 feet long).
Description
Killruddery is unique in having the most extensive early formal gardens, still in their original style, surviving in Ireland. Dating from the 1680s they are amongst the most important gardens of their type in these islands. Killruddery Estate has been in the ownership of the Brabazon family (the Earls of Meath) since 1618. The core of the gardens is a pair of canals (550 feet long).
The House dates from the late 1600s but was remodelled in the Elizabethan style by Richard Morrison and his son William in 1820. The House was reduced to its present day proportions in 1953. The Drawing Room and Dining Room have impressive ceilings. A splendid Orangery was added to the House in 1852. The domed roof is by Richard Turner.
Admission days and charges may vary during the open season if a 'Special Event' is taking place. Please use contact details below for more information.
Kilruddery Gardens has received financial assistance from the ERDF under the Great Gardens of Ireland Restoration Programme administered by Failte Ireland.
Wedding photography takes place between 1st April and 30th September. Details of making a reservation can be found on and proceeding to the Photography tab. Alternatively, please contact the Visitor and Event Manager (0404 46024 or
info@killruddery.com
for further information.
Location
On Southern Cross Road south of Bray. Take exit off N11 for Bray/Greystones. At 'Woodies' roundabout take road to Greystones.
Open
Gardens: April weekends only 12.30 - 17.00
1 May to 30 September daily 12.30 - 17.00
House: May, June and September daily 13.00-17.00.
Also open on other dates and times for groups (20+) by arrangement.
Admission / Rates
House & Gardens:
Adults €10.00, Concessions €8.00, Children €3.00; Pre-booked Group Rates (20+) €8.00,
Gardens only:
Adults €6.00, Concession €5.00, Children €2.00.Group Rates (20+) €5.00
Facilities
Toilets, Garden Cafe
Contact
The Visitor and Event Manager
Killruddery House & Gardens
Bray,
Co. Wicklow
Tel: 087 4196174
Telephone
Tel/Fax: +353 1 2863405
Email
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