Mount Juliet Estate (Walks & Gardens)
An outdoor historic-house-gardens in Kilkenny
Mount Juliet Estate is a historic country estate set in over 1,500 acres of parkland in County Kilkenny, Ireland. The estate's walks and gardens offer a serene escape for families. Highlights include the 1.5km Walled Garden Walk, the Woodland Walk along the River Nore, and the ancient yew tree walk. Kids will love exploring the walled garden with its colourful borders, herb garden, and fruit trees. There are also wide, buggy-friendly paths, picnic areas, and a playground near the hotel. The estate is home to deer, pheasants, and other wildlife, adding to the adventure.
Practical tips: The walks are free and open daily from dawn to dusk. Parking is available at the hotel (free for garden visitors). Toilet facilities are in the hotel lobby. Dogs on leads are welcome. The terrain is mostly flat and well-maintained, suitable for pushchairs and toddlers. For older kids, the longer woodland walks offer a bit more challenge. The estate also hosts seasonal events like an Easter egg hunt and a Christmas market.
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Free / cheap
What parents should know
Mount Juliet Estate is a historic country estate set in over 1,500 acres of parkland in County Kilkenny, Ireland.
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Walks are free and open dawn to dusk
All walks across the 1,500-acre estate are completely free to access, making it brilliant value for families. Open daily from dawn to dusk.
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