About this experience

SUNDAY 16TH AUGUST 

ADULT MEMBER: FREE   CHILD MEMBER: FREE

ADULT NON-MEMBER: €10.50   12 - 18 YEAR OLDS/CONCESSION NON-MEMBER: €9.50

CHILD NON-MEMBER: €4.00

UNDER 4: FREE

EVENT DESCRIPTION 

As the season begins to soften, join us at Killruddery for The Last of the Summer Fling - a joyful end-of-summer garden party set within our 17th-century heritage gardens.

This is a day to slow down and savour the last long days of summer. Bring a picnic, gather family and friends, and settle into the lawns for a relaxed afternoon of traditional games, gentle activity, and imaginative play.

From welly throwing and croquet to roaming teddy bears and creative workshops, the Gardens will come alive with simple pleasures designed for all ages.

Garden Games & Lawn Activities

Enjoy a classic summer fête atmosphere with:

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  Welly throwing

  
  


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  Croquet

  
  


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  Traditional lawn games for all ages

  
  

A chance to play, pause, and reconnect outdoors.

Teddy Bears’ Picnic

A much-loved tradition returns.

The Killruddery bears will be out to greet their little guests - bring your favourite teddy along for a picnic and gentle adventure throughout the Gardens.

Teddy Bear & Doll’s Hospital

In aid of Barretstown

Located in the Orangery, the hospital will be open:

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  10.30AM - 1.30PM

  
  


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  2PM - 3.30PM

  
  

Leave your cherished toys in the care of our volunteer nurses while you explore the Gardens. Collect them later, fully restored.

All proceeds support Barretstown, helping rebuild lives affected by childhood illness.

Food & Picnics

Guests are warmly encouraged to bring their own picnics and rugs.

A selection of seasonal food and drinks will also be available to purchase across the estate throughout the day.

WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR?

• This event is suitable for all the family


• Those wishing to explore the grounds of Killruddery with a day of family fun


• Advance booking is advised but not essential as entry will also be available on the door, however priority entry will be given to those who pre-book

FAQ: 

• This event will take place from 10am - 3pm


• Car parking is free


• Advance booking is not essential but is advised


• Please dress for the day’s weather, bring along your picnics and cuddly toys 


• Please allow yourself plenty of time to get here, park in our main customer car park and follow signs to Killruddery’s Garden Entrance Shop


• When purchasing a ticket, please review all of the information to ensure you are selecting the correct ticket types