Ireland Attractions - Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden

Looking for the perfect day out in the West of Ireland? Well in that case look no further than Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden, one of the Ireland’s best loved and most iconic tourist attractions and home to the Benedictine nuns since 1920.

At Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden, there is so much for all the family to enjoy. Visit the restored rooms of the Abbey and learn about its history of tragedy, romance, education, innovation and spirituality. Explore the 6 acre Victorian Walled Garden with its delightfully restored garden buildings. Discover woodland and lakeshore walks that will take you on a beautiful journey through our 1,000 acre estate. The beautiful Gothic Church is a short walk from the Abbey, nestled nearby is the Mausoleum where Mitchell and Margaret Henry are buried side by side. Children will enjoy making a wish at the Giants Ironing stone . With great options for dining and shopping we have all you need for the perfect Connemara day out.

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Garden Diary May 2017

Welcome back to the May edition of the Garden Diary for Kylemore Abbey & Garden. We have just experienced a new record here in Connemara for late April and early May; nearly twenty days without rain. Visitors from Germany were delighted to escape the cold and wet conditions on the continent. The amazing weather let the landscape shine in all its glory ! Many plants got a head start and the blossom on the rhododendron cultivars never seemed as plentiful. The old heritage varieties 'Pink Perl' and 'Sapplo' showed an especially fantastic display. Pic1 Rhododendron 'Pink Pearl' with view to the restored Vinery Pic2 The Head Gardener House with ...