Ardgillan Castle & Demense

Ardgillan Castle is one of Ireland’s hidden historic gems. Situated in Fingal, North County Dublin, on an elevated coastline between Balbriggan and Skerries, it is a short 32 kilometres north of Dublin City.

Set in the spectacular Ardgillan Demense, it features breathtaking views of the Mourne Mountains to the north and Lambay Island to the south, and overlooks Barnageera Beach and the Irish Sea. The almost 200 acre park consists of a mixture of Woodland and rolling open grasslands, and includes a walled herb garden, rose garden, Victorian Conservatory and tea rooms. Ardgillan is a sanctuary for many species of animals, mammals and birds, for which the wooded areas provide a safe retreat from the surrounding agricultural land.

Built in 1738 by the Reverend Robert Taylor, the house remained in the Taylor family until 1962 when it was bought by Heir Heinrich Potts of Westphalia. In 1982, the estate was sold to Fingal County Council, its current owners, who renovated the house as part of a FÁS training scheme. 10 years later, in 1992, Ardgillan Castle & Demense was finally opened to the public by then president, Mary Robinson. Today the demesne is a stunning visitor attraction with a wide range of facilities open to the public, including; castle tours, theatre events, afternoon tea, children’s parties and much more!

For more information, please visit www.ardgillancastle.ie, and start planning your visit today!