28 Jun 2025
The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood
Date: 28 Jun 2025
Location: Rath Wood Forest
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28 Jun 2025
Weekend Train Package
Date: 28 Jun 2025
Location: Rath Wood Forest
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03 Jul 2025
Altamont Gardens – Guided Tours
Date: 03 Jul 2025
Location: Altamont Gardens
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03 Jul 2025
Altamont Gardens Tree Tours
Date: 03 Jul 2025
Location:
Enjoy a free tour of fabulous tree collection in Altamont Gardens accompanied by one of their knowledgeable local guides.
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07 Jul 2025
Corona North Week
Date: 07 Jul 2025
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A week of guided tours and talks commemorating Corona North, the passionate plants person and visionary founder of Altamont Gardens. Immerse yourself in a week-long exploration of these formal, informal and wild gardens on the banks of the River Slaney while learning more about the woman who created this haven.
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26 Jul 2025
The Bountiful River Barrow – A Foraging Adventure
Date: 26 Jul 2025
Time:
2:00 pm
Location: Leighlinbridge – The Garden Village
Experience the magic of the River Barrow with a foraging walk led by Mary White of Blackstairs Eco Trails, one of Ireland’s leading foraging experts.
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26 Jul 2025
Evening Meal At Rachel’s Garden Café
Date: 26 Jul 2025
Time:
5:00 pm
– 7:00 pm
Location: Arboretum Home and Garden Heaven
Enjoy two course buffet meal with tea/coffee in Rachel’s Garden Choice of three main courses and choice from the dessert counter.
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26 Jul 2025
From The Rugby Grounds of the Aviva to Garden Beds: Peter O’Mahony and Adam Frost in Conversation
Date: 26 Jul 2025
Time:
7:30 pm
Location: Arboretum Home and Garden Heaven
One of the must-see events of the 2025 Carlow Garden Festival, this lively conversation brings together BBC Gardeners’ World favourite Adam Frost and Ireland rugby star Peter O’Mahony, revealing another passion of this great Munster and Ireland legend —gardening.
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27 Jul 2025
Gardening Naturally with June Blake
Date: 27 Jul 2025
Time:
11:00 am
Location: An Gairdín Beo Community Garden
Renowned plantswoman June Blake brings her unique insights to this year’s Carlow Garden Festival with a special workshop entitled Gardening Naturally, hosted at the community-driven An Gairdín Beo. Known for her innovative and organic approach to gardening at her celebrated garden in County Wicklow, June will share practical and philosophical perspectives on working in harmony with nature.
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27 Jul 2025
A Tale of Two Gardens: Hyde Hall, Essex & Harlow Carr, Harrogate with Matthew Wilson
Date: 27 Jul 2025
Time:
3:00 pm
Location: Duckett’s Grove Historic House and Walled Gardens
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28 Jul 2025
The Tree Hunters – How the Cult of the Arboretum Transformed our Landscape
Date: 28 Jul 2025
Time:
11:00 am
Location: Huntington Castle and Gardens
Set against the magnificent backdrop of Huntington Castle, an estate renowned for its collection of champion and heritage trees, this talk will explore the remarkable individuals whose passion for trees reshaped our landscapes and our imaginations.
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28 Jul 2025
Creating a Sustainable Perennial Cut-Flower Garden with Fionnuala Fallon
Date: 28 Jul 2025
Time:
3:00 pm
Location: Delta Sensory Gardens and Garden Centre
Join Fionnuala Fallon – gardener, author and Irish Times gardening columnist – for an engaging and practical workshop focused on creating your own sustainable perennial cut-flower garden. Designed for both beginners and experienced growers, this session explores how to cultivate a beautiful, long-lasting flower garden that’s in harmony with nature.
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29 Jul 2025
The History of the Phoenix Park 1880–1980: A Talk by Dr John McCullen at Altamont Gardens
Date: 29 Jul 2025
Time:
11:00 am
Location: Altamont Gardens
Esteemed historian and former Chief Park Superintendent John McCullen takes a close look at the Phoenix Park’s evolution from 1880 to 1980. Building upon his acclaimed 2009 publication, An Illustrated History of the Phoenix Park: Landscape and Management to 1880, this talk delves into a century marked by significant transformations within one of Europe’s largest urban parks.
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29 Jul 2025
Roots and Rhythms: The Heritage and Revival of Danesmoate Gardens
Date: 29 Jul 2025
Time:
3:00 pm
Location: Hardymount Gardens
This talk will delve into the evolution of Danesmoate Gardens, highlighting the visionaries—from the Southwells to Adam Clayton and the team—whose efforts have shaped its legacy. This talk explores the architectural and horticultural developments that have transformed the estate into the sanctuary of natural beauty it is today.
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30 Jul 2025
A Mid-Summer Expedition to Yunnan, China with Seamus O’Brien
Date: 30 Jul 2025
Time:
11:00 am
Location: Burtown House & Gardens
Join renowned plantsman and adventurer Seamus O’Brien for a richly illustrated talk recounting his recent expedition to Yunnan Province in western China—one of the most botanically diverse regions on Earth. Home to half of China’s plant and animal species and twenty-five distinct ethnic groups, Yunnan offers a breathtaking natural and cultural landscape.
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30 Jul 2025
Sustainable Kitchen Garden with Tanguy de Toulgoët
Date: 30 Jul 2025
Time:
3:00 pm
Location: Shankill Castle and Gardens
As part of the Carlow Garden Festival, Shankill Castle is delighted to welcome Tanguy de Toulgoët, a passionate horticulturist and organic grower. A French national who has made Ireland his home thirty years ago, Tanguy brings a wealth of knowledge, inspiration and continental flair to the world of sustainable gardening.
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31 Jul 2025
My Journey to 19 RHS Chelsea Medals with Sarah Eberle
Date: 31 Jul 2025
Time:
11:00 am
Location: Borris House and Gardens
With an extraordinary record of 19 RHS Chelsea Flower Show gold medals to her name, Sarah shares the story of her remarkable journey through the world’s most prestigious gardening event as well as providing lots of useful gardening tips and advice.
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31 Jul 2025
Food Empathy – Growing Your Own Food for a Healthy, Sustainable Future
Date: 31 Jul 2025
Time:
3:00 pm
Location: Kilgraney House and Herb Gardens
Join Michael Kelly, founder of GIY (Grow It Yourself), for an inspiring workshop at the beautiful Kilgraney Herb Gardens. In this session, Michael explores the powerful concept of food empathy – the deep connection we form with our food when we grow it ourselves.
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01 Aug 2025
From The Back Garden to Gold Medals with Rosy Hardy & Design Your Garden in 10 Easy Steps with Nick Bailey
Date: 01 Aug 2025
Time:
11:30 am
Location: Altamont Plant Sales and the Walled Gardens
This engaging session offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world horticulture, from nurturing perennials to preparing award-winning displays for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and Hampton Court Palace Flower Show.
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01 Aug 2025
Design Your Garden in Ten Easy Steps with Nick Bailey and From Back Gardens to Gold Medals: A Look at My Start in Horticulture with Rosy Hardy
Date: 01 Aug 2025
Time:
3:00 pm
Location: Altamont Plant Sales and the Walled Gardens
Packed with expert guidance, this talk covers everything from selecting the right plants for the right space to creating year-round interest and colour in the garden. Whether you’re looking to revamp a tired garden, start from scratch or inject new life into your outdoor space, Nick’s clear, step-by-step approach will give you the confidence and know-how to bring your vision to life.
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02 Aug 2025
Designing and Planting a Fragrant Garden
Date: 02 Aug 2025
Time:
11:00 am
Location: Delta Sensory Gardens and Garden Centre
Join renowned horticulturist Mary Keenan for an inspiring workshop focused on the art of creating fragrant gardens that awaken the senses and elevate the experience of outdoor spaces. With over 40 years of hands-on gardening experience and a lifelong passion for plants, Mary will share her expert knowledge on how to select and combine beautifully scented plants for maximum seasonal impact.
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02 Aug 2025
Artful Gardening: Styles, Tricks and Short Cuts
Date: 02 Aug 2025
Time:
3:00 pm
Location: Huntington Castle and Gardens
Join renowned classicist, author, and celebrated garden writer Robin Lane Fox for a rare and engaging talk in the magnificent setting of Huntington Castle. Titled Artful Gardening: Styles, Tricks and Short Cuts, this talk is a lively exploration of how to make gardens not only beautiful but brilliantly effective—with a touch of flair, a nod to tradition, and plenty of practical wisdom.
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03 Aug 2025
Walk and Talk with Rosie Maye at Barrow Experience Gardens
Date: 03 Aug 2025
Time:
11:00 am
Location: Barrow Experience Gardens at BEAM
Join Irish Garden Magazine columnist Rosie Maye, also known as The Insomniac Gardener, for a special Walk and Talk through the award-winning Barrow Experience Gardens at BEAM Services, Bagenalstown, County Carlow
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03 Aug 2025
Why Forests Matter: A Guided Walk with Éanna Ní Lamhna at Rath Wood Forest
Date: 03 Aug 2025
Time:
3:00 pm
Location: Rath Wood Forest
More than just a walk, this event is an invitation to connect with nature and gain a deeper appreciation of our forests.
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22 Aug 2025
Audio Garden Festival 2025
Date: 22 Aug 2025
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Audio Garden Festival is returning in 2025 for another spectacular weekend of top-quality underground music. Returning for its 7th edition this year, tickets are now on sale on eventbrite HERE
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01 Nov 2025
Christmas at Arboretum Home and Garden Heaven
Date: 01 Nov 2025
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For a complete festive day out this Christmas, head to Arboretum Home and Garden Heaven where you can explore the Christmas shop and savour the delights of the stunning in-store Christmas décor.
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