Events

Oscar Wilde Walk 12pm - 1pm  Relive the genius and wit of one of Ireland’s greatest writers, Oscar Wilde, whose connections with Wexford are many, with a walk (duration 50 mins) around Johnstown Castle estate. Actor John Aspill will recite excerpts from some of his greatest work, including The Picture of Dorian Gray, The Ballad...

Oscar Wilde Children's Story Time @ 2pm in the Ballroom  Oscar Wilde wrote some of the most memorable short stories for children. Revealing his breath-taking dexterity in a wide range of literary styles, in both The Happy Prince and The Selfish Giant. These stories are interpreted brilliantly by actor John Aspill and convey the brilliance...

On Wednesday November 8th at 7pm, Filmwex Productions present the screening of an honest and open film documentary. The documentary is about Edward and Deirdre Barker’s journey with Lewy Body Dementia. The film documentary ‘buttons, zips & belt buckles’ (80mins) by award winning Wexford filmmaker Philip Bertrand Cullen will be screened. The documentary is a...

A Fiction Writing Journey In The Enchanted Castle 9am - 4pm  Experience a day of inspiration and creativity in the captivating setting of Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum and Gardens.  This one-day fiction writing workshop is designed to help participants unlock their inner storytellers and craft compelling narratives within the walls of this historic castle. Whether...

We invite you to be a part of something really special this Christmas at our enchanted Johnstown Castle in Wexford. Join us on Thursday 30th November to welcome Santa on his arrival to Johnstown Castle. Santa will turn on the Christmas lights with his Christmas magic at the Visitor Centre before meeting all the children in...

We invite you to be a part of something enchanting at Johnstown Castle this Christmas on Wednesday 6th December. We are hosting guided evening castle tours as part of our Enchanted Christmas event, prebooking is required. There are two tour times: 4:30pm and 6pm. Members are FREE and tickets can be booked in person at...

On Friday, December 15 at 9pm, add a touch of class to the Festive Season with an extra special Christmas Jazz at Johnstown concert in Wexford. One of the best vocalists in Ireland, Sharon Clancy returns with a top class trio of musicians: Dave Fleming on bass, Conor Murray on drums and Killian Browne on...

This festive season, we invite you to be part of an extra special Christmas in Wexford at our Enchanted Christmas at Johnstown Castle. We understand how important your Fur Babies are to you and how much they want to meet Santa! On Sunday 17th December, Santa will be visiting all the good boys and girls...

Step back in time and treat yourself to an enchanting Christmas afternoon tea in the recently restored Ballroom in Johnstown Castle. Chat over a delicious offering of scones, sandwiches and desserts. Tickets are priced at €35pp for members and €45pp for visitors which includes a 1-hour guided tour of the stunning Christmas decorated historic 19th-century...

Every Wednesday at 11am. Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese form of movement and meditation to improve health and well-being. In the outdoor Qi Gong class with Mary you will start with a Wellness Qi Gong warm up routine. This will be followed by a Shaolin Stretching (Yi Jing Ba Shi) routine to activate &...

On Thursday February 1st, from 10.30am - 1.30pm, step into the enchanting world of ancient Irish traditions with Lorraine O'Dwyer of Gallivanting Tours. Immerse yourself in the magic of St. Brigid's Day with Lorraine. A captivating storyteller, forager, and food folklorist, Lorraine will lead you on a stroll through our gardens to gather reeds, unveiling...