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MEMBERS LAUNCH
We invite you to join us for a Members Season Launch in the Orangery. This year we are celebrating all that is gifted to us at Killruddery. As stewards of such a beautiful heritage gardens and architecture, our focus is to protect and preserve Killruddery’s rich built and natural heritage for future generations and to cultivate a sustainable way of living in all our activities; from our Garden to Table Menu’s in our eateries to our low consumer, earth conscious focus on all our days out, events + workshops.
Our full programme of Events is now launching on our Website, with Botanical Workshops, Concerts in the Orangery, Theatre in the Sylvan Theatre, Family Days, Talks Tree + Biodiversity, Dawn Chorus, Heritage Week and more!
At this event you’ll find a low-key atmosphere, music, drinks and nibbles, an opportunity to meet both Killruddery Folk and other Members alike. Our Members Team will also be on hand to offer any information you might wish to seek on the night.
Date: Sunday, 5th May
Time: 18:00 - 20:00
Place: Killruddery Gardens
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SUPPER AT THE GRAIN STORE
DATES: 23rd + 30th March. 5th, 13th, 20th + 26th April.
PRICE: €70
PLACE: THE GRAIN STORE
Killruddery’s Seasonal Supper Club is back with attendees enjoying a four-course set menu.
Inspired by the abundance of seasonal produce from our Walled Garden and Farm, Head Chef Niall O’Sullivan and his team prepare a vegetable and estate-reared meat focused menu for you to enjoy in our atmospheric 19th Century Grain Store.
Join us by candle light, for an evening near our roaring log fire and enjoy a four-course set menu, complete with a glass of bubbles with botanical flourish from our Walled Garden.
Please book a time slot to attend. Payment for your four-course set menu is taken upon booking. Should you be unable to attend please let us know a minimum of 48 hours before and we will do our utmost to reschedule you to another date, or process a refund should we be unable to. We will do our best to re-schedule late cancellations to another date. No-shows are non-refundable and we are not able to reschedule them.
Please note, this cost does not include additional wine and beverages which you will enjoy on the night. Bookings for our Seasonal Supper Club are limited to a total of 8 individuals per table. If you would like to book a table but don't see your chosen table size please email info@killruddery.com and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
SAMPLE SET MENU FOR SEASONAL SUPPERS HERE.
Date: March, April
Time: 19.00, 19.30, 20.00, 20.30
Place: The Grain Store
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MEMBERS EVENT - NATIONAL DAWN CHORUS WALK
SUNDAY, 5TH MAY
ADULT MEMBER: €10
CHILD MEMBER: €6
EVENT DESCRIPTION
It will be cold at 4.30 a.m. when we all meet up at the steps of the Garden from the Forecourt of Killruddery House. Cold + Dark - you should dress warmly and wear good shoes - perhaps you will be clutching a warm flask. We will gather in the dark and the gloom will envelope us, momentarily. We will quietly say hello to one another in awe of the night. After a memorable ‘age’, one bird will call, announcing mornings rays, that will encourage us, another call and slowly two or three more, Justin will begin to point out who’s who. Morning’s rays will follow quickly and before we know it we will be off round the garden and into the farm walking, watching and listening to the birds - and to Justin as he points out the various tunes.
We love this annual pilgrimage of the birds and we think you will too. If you’ve been before welcome back and if you have not been before - prepare to be charmed, either way book quickly as this fills up fast! We will complete the morning with a breakfast at the Tea Room around 7 or 7.30. There will be lovely coffee and breakfast items and by 8.30 you can decide whether its home to bed or to face the day with just a little less sleep, either way with a head full of the Dawn Chorus - See you there! Our special thanks to Justin who does this event annually for the joy of it as a volunteer.
FAQ:
- This is a Killruddery Members event only. For more information or to become a Killruddery Member, click here.
- Please arrive at 04.00AM to the forecourt of Killruddery House
- The walk will start at 04.30AM
- Please wear warm, weather appropriate clothing
- Breakfast will be served from the Tea Room at 07.30AM
- Please allow plenty of time to arrive, park in the forecourt where we will be meeting
Date: Sunday, 5th May
Time: 04.30 - 08.00
Place: Killruddery Gardens
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EASTER TREASURE TRAIL + FAMILY WEEKEND IN AID OF THE DSPCA
SUNDAY, 31st March + MONDAY 1st APRIL
Child Member €13.50
Adult Member €5.00
Child non-member €15.00
Adult non-member €8.00
CHILDREN UNDER 18 MONTHS – FREE
TIME 10.00 – 15.30
MEETING PLACE – GARDEN ENTRANCE SHOP
EVENT DESCRIPTION
We invite you to don your Easter bonnet, dress in your finest Easter-inspired clothing, and join us in the Gardens and Orangery this Easter weekend for two days of eggs-cellent family fun in partnership with the DSPCA.
Throughout this weekend, children big and small will be allowed to eggs-plore the beautiful grounds of Killruddery with a very special Easter-themed treasure trail and family event. There will be prizes to be won, Spring Stories in The Orangery, Easter Eggs, baby animals to visit, traditional garden games and much more!
With a small card that will be stamped at each location, look forward to eggs-cellent challenges, clues, and moments to sketch and treasure in our Easter treasure trail. The funds raised from this event will go directly to support the DSPCA’s cause to raise funds to purchase a true life-saving change for the animals that arrive at the shelter and increase productivity for the vet team.
ABOUT THE DSPCA:
The DSPCA was established over 180 years ago in 1840. Over the years, the DSPCA has grown to be the leading animal welfare charity in Ireland, existing uniquely to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome sick, injured, and cruelly treated domestic and wild animals. The DSPCA is supported and enhanced by a dedicated team of staff and volunteers who help to save lives every day.
The DSPCA is delighted to be hosting the annual Easter Event with Killruddery. The work that the DSPCA does in the community is very important and so this event will allow the charity and volunteers to meet new people and raise awareness of the many programs and initiatives that the DSPCA does to help animals and people.
WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR?
- This Easter family weekend at Killruddery is suitable for all the family
- Those wishing to explore the grounds with a day of family fun, in the beautiful surroundings of Killruddery
- Those wishing to help raise funds for a wonderful cause
FAQ:
- Car parking is free
- All materials are provided
- Please dress for the day’s weather – Easter inspired outfits and Easter bonnets are welcomed!
- Please allow yourself plenty of time to get here, park in our main Car Park and follow signs to Killruddery’s Garden Entrance Shop
- Dogs are not permitted into our Gardens, with exceptions made for guide dogs and other assistance dogs only
- Spring Stories will take place in The Orangery at, 10.30, 11.00, 11.30, 12.00, 12.30, 14.00, 14.30, 15.00 and- please keep this in mind when booking your time slots, should you like to attend storytime
- When purchasing a ticket, please review all of the ticket information to ensure you are selecting the correct ticket types and time slots
Date: Sunday, 31st March + Monday, 1st April
Time: 10.00 - 15.30
Place: Killruddery Gardens
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THE SSAFA CHARITY SALE
Location: KILLRUDDERY YARD
THURSDAY 11TH APRIL - 10.30 - 13.00
FREE ADMISSION + CAR PARKING
The annual SSAFA Charity Sale will return to our Dairy Yard on Thursday, 11th April from 10.30 - 13.00.
An excellent Country Fair, the SSAFA sale has been a part of Killruddery’s annual programme for some 25 years, attendees can browse a variety of stalls, including Spring/early Summer bulbs and plants including peonies, cardiocrinum, aconites, scilla, and many more. There will be plenty of home-baked sweet and savory treats on offer, along with ‘white elephant’ stalls featuring previously loved brick-in-brack, books, jewelry, and clothes. Those in attendance can also look forward to a raffle where a range of exciting prizes will be available to be won.
Admission to the SSAFA charity sale is free, with free parking and additionally for those who wish to visit the gardens; proceeds from Killruddery’s Garden Entry on the day, along with proceeds from the Dairy Yard Coffee Shop will be donated to SSAFA.
ABOUT SSAFA:
SSAFA – the Armed Forces charity, the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association, is a UK charity, with an Irish branch, that provides lifelong support to serving men and women and veterans from the British Armed Forces and their families or dependents. Anyone who is currently serving or has ever served in the Royal Navy, British Army or Royal Air Force and their families, both regulars and reserves, is eligible for their help.
Date: 11th April
Time: 10.30-13.00
Place: Killruddery Yard
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KILLRUDDERY CUT FLOWERS PRESENTS: WEAVE YOUR OWN OBELISK WITH SARAH JENKINSON
SUNDAY, 28TH APRIL
ADULT: €160
ADULT MEMBER: €144
EVENT DESCRIPTION
Join Killruddery Cut Flowers this summer and learn the craft of willow weaving with master basket weaver, Sarah Jenkinson as you weave an obelisk to support your sweet pea or other chosen climber. This workshop is a good introduction to working with willow and you will be shown a variety of traditional weaves and basket making techniques.
Hosted by Lady Fionnuala Aston-Ardee, all materials for this workshop are provided, and this workshop promises bounty in plenty as everyone will leave with their own woven four-foot obelisk and sweet pea seeds to grow, along with nourishment and relaxation through plenty of complimentary tea/coffee + baked goods, and a long table lunch in The Grain Store cooked by our Head Chef Niall O’Sullivan, complete with an accompanying glass of bubbles.
To ensure high quality tuition and support, numbers for this workshop are limited.
ABOUT SARAH JENKINSON
Sarah Jenkinson lives and works in Galway city as a full time basketmaker. Sarah made her first willow basket a few years ago and instantly fell in love with the uniquely spiced aroma and texture of willow, and the ancient craft of basketmaking. Having been given the opportunity to work as an apprentice with Ciaran Hogan at his workshop and shop at the Spiddal Craft Centre, it was here that Sarah developed her skills and love for traditional Irish basketmaking along with attending basketmaking residencies all over Europe where she learned new basketry skills from many talented basketmakers.
Sarah loves weaving with willow and she has found that the ancient craft of basketmaking has rooted her in a very special place, deeply connected to the earth. Sarah weaves baskets with barked willow allowing the stunning natural colours and the uniquely spiced aroma of the willow varieties to shine through on each basket. Sarah also grows various willow varieties in a small Salley Garden in Connemara from which she harvests willow every winter for use in her baskets.
WHO IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR?
- This workshop is for complete beginners & intermediate practitioners
- Those looking to explore and expand the art of willow weaving and craft making
- Those looking to gain confidence with a new creative outlet
- Anyone looking to spend time with like-minded individuals doing something new and creative
FAQ:
- This workshop will take place from 10.00 - 16.00
- All materials are supplied
- Please wear warm thick soled shoes, and dress to suit the days weather
- Please allow yourself plenty of time to get here, park in our main Car Park and follow signs to Killruddery Cut Flowers
Date: Sunday, 28th April
Time: 10.00 - 16.00
Place: The Dairy Yard + Grain Store at Killruddery
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KILLRUDDERY CUT FLOWERS PRESENTS: GROW YOUR OWN CUT FLOWERS WITH FIONNUALA FALLON
SUNDAY 28TH JULY
ADULT: €165
ADULT MEMBER: €148.50
TIME: 10.00 - 16.00
MEETING PLACE: DAIRY YARD
EVENT DESCRIPTION
KILLRUDDERY CUT FLOWERS PRESENTS
THE CUT-FLOWER GARDEN IN SUMMER: HOW TO SUSTAINABLY GROW, HARVEST AND ARRANGE AN ABUNDANCE OF SEASONAL FLOWERS WITH FIONNUALA FALLON- Sunday the 28th July
TIME – 10:00 – 16:00
PLACE – THE DAIRY YARD
Killruddery Cut Flowers invites you to join us to learn how to plan and propagate your own nature-friendly cut-flower patch with expert Fionnuala Fallon, Irish Times gardening columnist and National Botanic Gardens-trained horticulturist @theirishflowerfarmer. During this workshop, Fionnuala will take you on a guided walk of the cut-flower beds in Killruddery’s Walled Gardens, sharing her tips for those wishing to create a really productive cut-flower patch which will give lots of beautiful seasonal blooms to use in arrangements throughout the year.
With limited slots available to ensure the workshop remains intimate and each individual receives plenty of guidance throughout the day, all materials for this workshop will be provided and everyone will leave the workshop with a seed pack of several of Fionnuala’s choice varieties of blooms to start you off, along with an understanding of how to apply the knowledge gained during this workshop, in your own garden.
The workshop is Hosted by Fionnuala Brabazon and includes a welcome tea/coffee and treat, a mid-workshop beverage, and a two-course lunch in the Grain Store Restaurant.
ABOUT FIONNUALA FALLON
Fionnuala has been a gardening correspondent with The Irish Times since 2011 and is a horticulturist, garden writer, and garden designer, who also regularly contributes to publications including the Irish Garden magazine. Recently, Fionnuala has worked closely with the Killruddery garden team to propagate, plant, and design our cut flower border throughout the year.
WHO IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR?
- This workshop is for anyone who wants to create a productive cut-flower patch to give you lots of beautiful seasonal blooms to use in arrangements throughout the year.
- This workshop is for complete beginners & intermediate practitioners and those looking to explore and expand the art of growing and cultivating a cut-flower patch
- Those looking to gain confidence with a new creative outlet
- Anyone looking to spend time with like-minded individuals doing something new and creative
FAQ:
- All materials are supplied
- Please wear warm thick soled shoes, and dress to suit the day's weather
- Please allow yourself plenty of time to get here, park in our main Car Park and follow signs to Killruddery’s Grain Store
Date: Sunday 28th July
Time: 10.00 - 16.00
Place: Grain Store + Dairy Yard