Ardgillan Castle & Demesne

About

A few minutes up the coast between Skerries and Balbriggan, Ardgillan is a country house of 1738 set in one of the finest public demesnes in Fingal, with walled and rose gardens, beech avenues and long views over the sea to the Mournes. The parkland is free and open year-round and is a favourite local walk; the house runs guided tours. It sits just outside the town, so treat it as a nearby half-day rather than an in-town stop.

Highlights

• ✓Walled garden and rose garden
• ✓Beech avenues and sea views to the Mournes
• ✓Free parkland, open year-round
• ✓Guided tours of the 1738 house

Tips

• →A short drive north of Skerries, just outside the town
• →Parkland and gardens are free; house tours are ticketed
• →Great autumn colour along the beech avenues
• →Cafe on site; check seasonal opening

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