A romantic 19th-century Gothic Revival castle set on a 120-acre estate with ornamental lakes, walled gardens, and one of Ireland's finest rural-life museums — all just outside Wexford town.
Step inside the turreted neo-Gothic castle on a 60-minute guided tour. Explore painstakingly restored rooms with crystal chandeliers and wood panelling, then descend into the remarkable 86-metre servants' subterranean passageway — the longest domestic servants' tunnel in Ireland. Tours run daily; pre-booking is strongly recommended.
Housed in the estate's farm courtyard buildings, this accredited museum spans 19 exhibition spaces over three floors. Discover restored tractors, threshing machines, dairy equipment, recreated blacksmith and cooper workshops, country kitchens, and a Famine exhibition. A 'Little Red Tractor' trail keeps children engaged.
Designed by Daniel Robertson (of Powerscourt fame) in the 1840s, the grounds feature 5 km of pathways around three lakes, a 4-acre Victorian walled garden with restored glasshouses, folly towers, statues, and a waterfall. The 1.2 km lower lake path is fully wheelchair accessible. Free-roaming peacocks add to the charm.
Younger visitors can let off steam in the nature playground with climbing structures nestled among trees. Activity sheets help children engage with the castle and museum stories. Meet the estate's legendary peacocks who strut around the museum courtyard.
Relax with coffee, light meals, and homemade treats in the bright, modern visitor centre overlooking the upper lake and waterfall. Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options available. The gift shop stocks Wexford crafts, local foods, and books. Plant sales from the walled garden are available seasonally at reception.
The estate hosts a lively programme: the annual Garden Fair (July), Jazz at Johnstown festival, evening bat walks, outdoor cinema nights, artisan craft fairs, and Easter egg hunts. Check the website for what's on during your visit.
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