By Car
The route to Ardgillan Demesne is signposted from the M1. Travelling north from Dublin exit at Junction 5. Travelling south exit at Junction 6 (well signposted). Click here for directions.
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Explore The Castle And Gardens
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About The Tour
Our tours provide an amazing opportunity to experience history at first hand. Many periods of social history are brought to life with the focus firmly on the family who once lived in the castle. We offer Self-Guided Tours, Guided Group Tours (10+ people) and school tours are also welcome. All guided and self-guided group/school tours must be booked in advance. Please book online or contact us at eventardgillan@fingal.ie
Ardgillan Gallery
The Ardgillan Gallery opened on 23 March 2023. With so many professional and amateur artists in the Fingal area it was concluded that the Ardgillan basement space would be an inspirational environment where the arts might thrive. As part of the outreach programme in the community, Ardgillan is supporting artists all over the country, and indeed beyond, where inclusion and diversity is a significant part of the exhibition programme.
Taylor Made Craft Shop
The Taylor-Made Craft Shop at Ardgillan complements not only the work of the 15 resident artists and crafters in the castle itself, but it also provides an effective selling platform to artists all over the Fingal area to sell their work. Not quite a retail outlet in the traditional sense, the space is provided purely to empower local artists by providing them with an opportunity to display their wares to the general public. The perfect opportunity to procure that unique, one-off gift for any occasion.
Ardgillan Park 5KM Run
Ardgillan parkrun is a FREE weekly 5k event for participants of all standards, which takes place every Saturday at 9:30am on the grounds of Ardgillan Castle.
Playground And Picnic Areas
The FUNTASTIC state-of-the-art playground has over 30 pieces of play equipment to enjoy from cradle swings for the very young to a large climbing space net for older children (under 12).
A recent addition of an inclusive swing can be used by a wheelchair user and a non-wheelchair user at the same time.
Heritage Trail
For centuries the Taylor family enjoyed this fabulous landscape, and it is only in the last 50 years or so that the general public have been free to roam around Taylor lands. During their time the family left many traces of their lives here on the undulating landscape, many of which are encapsulated in the fascinating information displayed on the many Heritage Trail plinths dotted around the demesne.
Brambles Tea Room
No visit would be complete without a stop at the Castle Tea Rooms. Relax and savor a delicious cup of tea or coffee while indulging in freshly baked treats. Take a moment to soak in the peaceful ambiance and reflect on the beauty of your surroundings.
Visitors can enjoy dining on the south facing terrace, With its historic architecture as a backdrop, you’ll be immersed in the rich history and grandeur of the castle while enjoying your meal.
How To Get Here
Visitors can travel by Car, Bus or Train from Dublin City Centre. We are only 20km from Dublin Airport and 30 Km from Dublin City centre.
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By Train
From Dublin Connolly, get the Train bound for Dundalk and get off at either Skerries or Balbriggan. Transfer to a no. 33 bus and travel South bound from Balbriggan or North bound from Skerries to the Lady Stairs access to the Demense.
By Bus
Bus No. 33 from Eden Quay in Dublin travels via Rush and Skerries and passes under “The Lady’s Stairs,” two miles north of Skerries. “The Lady’s Stairs” is a pedestrian footbridge over the road and railway line, which provides access to the demesne.
Parking
Visitors must park in the Upper Car Park. The lower carpark, beside the castle, is reserved for our over 70's visitors and wheelchair users.
Locate Us
Ardgillan Castle, balbriggan, Co Dublin, K34 C984