Site Details

Location

Birr Castle Demesne 

Grid reference

53.22421639, -7.8735579

Trees

Parkland and Arboretum trees inclduing the Giant sequoia grove and the worlds tallest box hedging.

Site Description

There are 120 acres of gardens and parklands to enjoy within the castle demesne. It’s home to many rare plants, collected over the years by the Earls of Rosse on their overseas travels. The current Earl and Countess have also traveled to many countries in search of new plant species for the gardens. There are now over 2000 species of plant as well as over 40 champion trees throughout the gardens.

Site Address

Birr Castle Demesne, Rosse Row, Birr, Co. Offaly R42 VO27

Opening Hours

Open all year round with seasonal opening & closing times

Facilities and Access

Cafe, toilets, no onsite parking, cover charge, picnic area, playground, dogs on leads. Managed by Birr Castle Demesne