Activities - Graiguenamanagh Area - Gardens

Kilfane Glen and Waterfall

Kilfane Glen and Waterfall is a pristine example of a romantic era garden dating from the 1790s. Untouched for 200 years, it is a picturesque paradise with a waterfall tumbling its way to a rushing stream and woodland paths leading to a cottage orné. Tiny bridges sit among ancient trees, wild fox-gloves, ferns and other historically correct 18th century planting. It is located a 15 minute drive away.

Kilfane Trust was set up to help introduce new art and artists to Ireland and you can follow a sculpture trail through the woods.

The garden is listed as an Irish Heritage garden. As an amenity it covers about 15 acres of easily accessible natural landscape.

Opening Times
Daily from 11am to 6pm - July 1st to August 31st.

Admission: €7 per person. Reductions for students, OAPs and families.
Phone : +353 (0)56 7724558
Website: Visit the Kilfane website for more information.

Woodstock Gardens

Woodstock Gardens are located just outside the picturesque village of Inistioge, a 15 minute drive away. The gardens, overlook the River Nore Valley, and offer a wide variety of attractions. The gardens are currently undergoing restoration by Kilkenny County Council and further features and planting are being added all the time.

The gardens are being restored to the period 1840 -1890 with every effort being made to use plants and materials typical of the era.

The gardens are home to a mix of formal and informal gardens with an arboretum, walled garden, terraced garden, yew walk and rose garden providing the main interest. Also of significance are two stunning avenues, the Monkey Puzzle Avenue and Noble Fir Avenue. Recently added are a rustic summer house, constructed from materials from the gardens and a fountain to replace the original which was sold from the gardens c.1930. The arboretum is home to many fine specimen trees from Asia and South America in particular. A number of these trees are recognised as champion trees due to their size.

Opening Times
All year round.

9am – 7pm Summer months (April to mid October)
10am – 4.30pm Winter months (mid October to end March)

Admission: €4.00 per car to car park.

Phone : +353 (0)87 854 9785

Facilities:
Car Parking, Toilets, Children’s Playground,
Limited Wheelchair Access (Mobility buggy available at quieter times, please phone to check availability),
Tea Rooms (Please phone to check opening hours).

Guided tours by appointment.
Website: Visit the Woodstock website for more information.

Altamont Gardens (45 minute drive)

Visit the website for more information.

Mount Juliet Gardens (25 minute drive)

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