This lovely “Robinsonian” – i.e. informal – garden, laid out along the Vartry River, measures 8ha and dates back to around 1850. The river is spanned by suspension bridges, from which numerous waterfalls and superb views can be enjoyed.
There are approximately 5000 different species of plants, shrubs and trees, originating from many parts of the world. The extensive collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias and camellias is exceptionally colourful in spring. There are also those shrubs and trees, planted precisely for their display of berries and glorious foliage, to be admired in the autumn.
Mount Usher Gardens was recently featured in Travel News, Northern Ireland. You can read the article here.
Ashford, Co. Wicklow
Tel: +353 404 40205
Fax: +353 404 49679
Web: www.mountushergardens.ie
E-mail: info@mountushergardens.ie
Situated:
GPS: N53-00497 W006-06.403 el 18m
Ashford village, off main Dublin – Rosslare N11. 30km south of Dublin.
Open:
Daily 1st March to 31st October.
Admission:
Adults: €7.50; Senior Citizens: €6.50; Students, over 16: €6.50
Children 5-16 years €3.50; 0-4 years FREE;
Groups (20 or more): Adults: €6.50; Senior Citizens: €5.50; Mixed Group: €6.00
Guided Tours: €55.00 (Advance booking required)
Facilities:
Avoca Cafe, Food Hall, Shopping Courtyard, Toilets, Parking, Wheelchair access (limited). No dogs and no picnics.
Guided Tours:
€55.00 (Advance booking required).
Best time to Visit:
Any time.
Contact:
Philomena O’Dowd.
Source: Dublin Garden Group – Dublin Gardens – Mount Usher Gardens
