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11 Apr 2026
The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood
Date: 11 Apr 2026
Location: Rath Wood Forest
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11 Apr 2026
Great Plants for Every Garden and How to Use Them
Date: 11 Apr 2026
Time:
11:30 am
– 1:00 pm
Location: Altamont Plant Sales and the Walled Gardens
Des Doyle is a self-taught gardener who lives in Co. Kilkenny. Over the past twenty years he has made many gardens for clients and for himself.
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11 Apr 2026
Weekend Train Package
Date: 11 Apr 2026
Location: Rath Wood Forest
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16 Apr 2026
Tree Tours at Altamont Gardens
Date: 16 Apr 2026
Location:
Enjoy a free tour of fabulous tree collection in Altamont Gardens accompanied by one of their knowledgeable local guides.
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08 May 2026
Dawn Chorus at Altamont Gardens 2026
Date: 08 May 2026
Location:
Experience the magic of early morning this May at Altamont Gardens with the enchanting Dawn Chorus.
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09 May 2026
Container Paradise with Hester Forde
Date: 09 May 2026
Time:
11:30 am
– 1:30 pm
Location: Altamont Plant Sales and the Walled Gardens
Join Hester as she demonstrates how to transform any corner of your garden with beautifully planted containers.
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11 May 2026
Rhododendron Week 2026
Date: 11 May 2026
Location:
Step into a world of colour this Rhododendron Week at Altamont Gardens, where one of Ireland’s finest collections of rhododendrons bursts into bloom.
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15 May 2026
Biodiversity Week at Altamont Gardens 2026
Date: 15 May 2026
Location:
Set within a stunning 16-hectare estate along the banks of the River Slaney, Altamont is renowned for its unique blend of formal gardens and wild landscapes, providing a haven for a remarkable variety of plant and animal life.
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07 Jul 2026
Corona North Week 2026
Date: 07 Jul 2026
Location:
A week of guided tours and talks commemorating Corona North, the passionate plants person and visionary founder of Altamont Gardens.
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15 Jul 2026
Mid-Summer Trad at Altamont Gardens
Date: 15 Jul 2026
Location:
Altamont’s successful Traditional Sessions are back in the walled garden on two dates this summer, Wednesday 15th July & Wednesday 12th August.
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25 Jul 2026
Carlow Garden Festival 2026
Date: 25 Jul 2026
Location:
The Carlow Garden Festival showcases Carlow’s outstanding collection of gardens, from historic estates to modern landscaped marvels, garden centres and forest parks all brimming with seasonal beauty. With workshops, guided tours and demonstrations, the festival offers practical tips and inspiration for gardeners of all levels.
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17 Aug 2026
Bat Walk at Altamont Gardens 2026
Date: 17 Aug 2026
Location:
Enjoy an evening exploring bats in the beautiful setting of Altamont Gardens. Check the Altamont Gardens facebook page a little closer to the date for a full list of activities.
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21 Aug 2026
Audio Garden Festival 2026
Date: 21 Aug 2026
Location:
Audio Garden is returning in 2026 for another weekend of top-quality underground and electronic music. Can you hear the Garden calling?
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		1 event 1 1 event, 1 2026-04-01 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 01 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	2 events 2 2 events, 2 2026-04-02 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 02 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tree Tours at Altamont Gardens 02 Apr @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tree Tours at Altamont Gardens Enjoy a free tour of fabulous tree collection in Altamont Gardens accompanied by one of their knowledgeable local guides.	2 events 3 2 events, 3 2026-04-03 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 03 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 11:00 am The Rathwood Easter Experience 2026 03 Apr @ 11:00 am The Rathwood Easter Experience 2026 Take on the Easter Egg Hunt in the woods, meet the Easter Bunny, and enjoy a full experience that keeps kids entertained from start to finish.	3 events 4 3 events, 4 2026-04-04 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 04 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 11:00 am The Rathwood Easter Experience 2026 04 Apr @ 11:00 am The Rathwood Easter Experience 2026 Take on the Easter Egg Hunt in the woods, meet the Easter Bunny, and enjoy a full experience that keeps kids entertained from start to finish., 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package 04 Apr @ 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package €3.50	3 events 5 3 events, 5 2026-04-05 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 05 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 11:00 am The Rathwood Easter Experience 2026 05 Apr @ 11:00 am The Rathwood Easter Experience 2026 Take on the Easter Egg Hunt in the woods, meet the Easter Bunny, and enjoy a full experience that keeps kids entertained from start to finish., 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package 05 Apr @ 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package €3.50
1 event 6 1 event, 6 2026-04-06 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 06 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	1 event 7 1 event, 7 2026-04-07 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 07 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	1 event 8 1 event, 8 2026-04-08 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 08 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	2 events 9 2 events, 9 2026-04-09 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 09 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tree Tours at Altamont Gardens 09 Apr @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tree Tours at Altamont Gardens Enjoy a free tour of fabulous tree collection in Altamont Gardens accompanied by one of their knowledgeable local guides.	1 event 10 1 event, 10 2026-04-10 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 10 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	3 events 11 3 events, 11 2026-04-11 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 11 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Great Plants for Every Garden and How to Use Them 11 Apr @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Great Plants for Every Garden and How to Use Them Des Doyle is a self-taught gardener who lives in Co. Kilkenny. Over the past twenty years he has made many gardens for clients and for himself., 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package 11 Apr @ 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package €3.50	2 events 12 2 events, 12 2026-04-12 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 12 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package 12 Apr @ 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package €3.50
1 event 13 1 event, 13 2026-04-13 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 13 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	1 event 14 1 event, 14 2026-04-14 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 14 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	1 event 15 1 event, 15 2026-04-15 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 15 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	2 events 16 2 events, 16 2026-04-16 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 16 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tree Tours at Altamont Gardens 16 Apr @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tree Tours at Altamont Gardens Enjoy a free tour of fabulous tree collection in Altamont Gardens accompanied by one of their knowledgeable local guides.	1 event 17 1 event, 17 2026-04-17 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 17 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	2 events 18 2 events, 18 2026-04-18 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 18 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package 18 Apr @ 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package €3.50	2 events 19 2 events, 19 2026-04-19 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 19 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package 19 Apr @ 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package €3.50
1 event 20 1 event, 20 2026-04-20 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 20 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	1 event 21 1 event, 21 2026-04-21 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 21 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	1 event 22 1 event, 22 2026-04-22 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 22 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	2 events 23 2 events, 23 2026-04-23 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 23 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tree Tours at Altamont Gardens 23 Apr @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tree Tours at Altamont Gardens Enjoy a free tour of fabulous tree collection in Altamont Gardens accompanied by one of their knowledgeable local guides.	1 event 24 1 event, 24 2026-04-24 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 24 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	2 events 25 2 events, 25 2026-04-25 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 25 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package 25 Apr @ 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package €3.50	2 events 26 2 events, 26 2026-04-26 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 26 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package 26 Apr @ 3:00 pm Weekend Train Package €3.50
1 event 27 1 event, 27 2026-04-27 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 27 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	1 event 28 1 event, 28 2026-04-28 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 28 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	1 event 29 1 event, 29 2026-04-29 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 29 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50	2 events 30 2 events, 30 2026-04-30 The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood 30 Apr The Maze of Ireland – Rathwood €3.50 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tree Tours at Altamont Gardens 30 Apr @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tree Tours at Altamont Gardens Enjoy a free tour of fabulous tree collection in Altamont Gardens accompanied by one of their knowledgeable local guides.