A perfect gardenThere is something relaxing about visiting a garden. From rare species to cottage gardens, plants thrive in these heritage gardens as the effects of the gulf stream meets the mountains along Sligo's coastal region.
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Sligo gardens
Secret gardens of Sligo
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Secret gardens of Sligo gives all garden lovers an opportunity to peek over the wall of private gardens. In total, 11 privately owned gardens open their doors on certain days each month offering you inspiration.
Each of the gardens is unique, each garden has it's own size, theme and plants. One thing they have in common is that their owners are passionate gardeners. Check the website below to find out the dates the gardens are open to the public. |
Lissadell House & Gardens
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Lissadell House is famous as the childhood home of Constance Markievicz, one of the leaders of the 1916 rising. The house has now lovingly been restored by it's current owners and has a fabulous tearoom, gardens and exhibitions.
The extensive gardens are restored to it's former glory. While walking through the alpine garden, kitchen garden or the grounds, it is not hard to see why the location was chosen to built this stately home. Opening times: Lissadell will be open to the public for the months of June, July and August, Wednesdays through to Sundays (10.30am to 6pm) First guided tour of the house is at 11am, and tours continue at 12noon, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm and 4:30pm |
