Birr Castle Demesne

Birr

Overview

2h 30min
Birr Castle Demesne is home to 120 acres of parklands & gardens, a 17th century castle, and the home of the remarkable Parsons family, famed for their discoveries in scientific & engineering feats. Prepare to be amazed by the extraordinary achievements of the Parsons family who have a global reputation for their ground-breaking inventions and feats in the fields of science, engineering, photography, astronomy, and botany. For over 400 years, this remarkable family has resided at the romantic and inspirational setting of Birr Castle Demesne that is now home to the 7th Earl and Countess of Rosse. Set in the heritage town of Birr on 120 acres of parklands and gardens, this castle demesne boasts a rare collection of over 5000 trees and plants, wonderful wildlife, and peaceful walks along rivers, waterfalls, and lake. Suitable and enjoyed by nature lovers, gardening enthusiasts, scientists, historians, family groups and photographers.

Current opening times

Monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Facilities

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Paid Visit
  • Credit Card Accepted
  • Guided Tours
  • Car Parking Available
  • Guide Dogs Welcomed
  • Toilets
  • Food On Site
  • Wifi
  • Retail On Site
  • Mobile Ticket Accepted
  • Paper Ticket Accepted
  • Families
  • Sightseeing
  • Walking and Hiking
  • Country Houses & Gardens
  • Castles
  • Heritage Sites
  • Kids
  • Solo Visitors
  • Friends
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Parks
  • Mature visitors
  • Nature Lovers
  • 120 acres of gardens and parklands
  • 10 km of walks
  • 7 science galleries with hologram and welcome video
  • Self-guided experience
  • The Great Telescope 
  • The Quest
  • The Red Tree Trail
  • The Solar Trail 
  • Treehouse & Playground
Pre-booking is not required for the our Trails or Quests,  however all guests must pre-book general admission tickets at this time. 
Welcome to one of Ireland’s most intriguing destinations and a must-see for anyone with a passion for photography, botany, wildlife, nature, education, science, engineering, astronomy, and heritage. 

Beautifully framed within a 120-acre demesne, this 17th-century castle is home to the Parsons Family who are celebrated for their remarkable scientific and engineering feats, including the world-famous Great Telescope (1845). A self-guided adventure of endless discoveries includes 10 kilometres of scenic walks, rivers, waterfall, a lake, one of Europe’s finest plant collections, Science Galleries with the world’s oldest intact dark room, the world’s tallest box hedge and Ireland’s tallest treehouse! 

Contact details

  • Birr Castle Gardens & Science Centre
  • Rosse Row
  • Birr
  • Ireland
0579120336
reception@birrcastle.com
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