Mum Talks Wexford
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandJoin us for a beautiful and nourishing morning hosted by Mum Talks, created especially for mums and mums-to-be. We’ll be joined by three incredible speakers – Doula and Antenatal Educator Gemma Doyle, Holistic Wellness Practitioner Emma Crosbie, and Acupuncturist and Women’s Health Specialist Paula Duffin – sharing empowering insights on postpartum wellbeing, emotional healing, and mind-body support. Set in the...
Easter Trail
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandSaturday 12th April - Sunday 27th April 2025 Join us this Easter for a fun-filled adventure around Johnstown Castle. The Easter Trail is a perfect activity for all ages, where you’ll explore the beautiful outdoor scenery of the castle grounds, following clues and searching for letters hidden around grounds. Once you’ve found all the letters,...
From the Seashore and Other Stories
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandAn exhibition of watercolours - By Maria Murphy A collection of watercolours inspired by the flotsam and jetsam found on the foreshore, exploring how discarded manmade objects become part of the natural landscape. As well as a selection of more traditional landscapes Friday 18th April to Friday 25th April in the Visitor Centre, Johnstown Castle...
Family Cemetery Open
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandThe Johnstown Castle Estate family cemetery will be open on Thursday, 24th April, in remembrance of Lord Maurice Fitzgerald of Johnstown Castle, who passed away on April 24, 1901, at the age of 48. Visitors wishing to pay their respects or visit family graves can do so during 11:30am - 3:30pm. Entry is free for...
Evening Bat Walks
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandAs the sun begins to set over Johnstown Castle and the visitors leave, many animals are settling down for the night. In the attic of the Irish Agricultural museum and by the lakes others are just coming to life! Did you know the museum attic is home to a large roost of pipistrelle bats? One...
A Spectacular Gathering of Rolls-Royce Ghosts at Johnstown Castle
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOn Friday, 16th May, Johnstown Castle will host an extraordinary and rare spectacle—a magnificent display of Rolls-Royce Ghost cars, one of the most iconic and luxurious vehicles ever crafted. On display between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm at the Castle, this exceptional gathering is a must-see for classic car enthusiasts, history lovers, and anyone seeking...
National Drawing Day 2025
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandJoin Us for National Drawing Day 2025 at Johnstown Castle Celebrate National Drawing Day with us at Johnstown Castle. We are hosting a creative and family-friendly drawing experience in our café. What’s on offer: Blank Colouring Page or Peacock Colouring Page. Choose between a blank canvas to let your imagination run wild or a beautifully...
(SOLD OUT) Traditional Stool Making with Dylan McGuirk
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOver two days, workshop participants will make a traditional 3 or 4 legged creepie stool using traditional chair making techniques and traditional hand tools. Starting with just a log and using only hand tools you will craft your very own beautiful traditional stool from some lovely locally sourced Ash wood. This is a great introductory...
Wexford Festival of Running
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandThe Wexford Marathon Club is back for the 5th year of the highly anticipated Wexford Festival of Running, and this year, it’s bigger and more challenging than ever! The event will feature a variety of race distances: 100km, 50km, 25km, and 10km. But there’s a catch – Time Limits! 100km – 12 hours 50km –...
AIB Press Photographer of the Year 2025 Exhibition & Launch
Johnstown Castle is proud to host the 47th Annual Press Photographers Ireland Awards Exhibition, showcasing 110 powerful and thought-provoking images that capture the essence of life in 2024. From breaking news and sporting triumphs to everyday moments across Ireland and beyond, this exhibition is a vivid visual chronicle of the year. Now in its 47th...
Friends of Rathaspeck Church Launch
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandThe Friends of Rathaspeck Church invite you to a special evening event to celebrate the launch of their ambitious restoration project. This dedicated group of local volunteers has come together with the shared vision of restoring Rathaspeck Church to its former glory, preserving it for future generations, and revitalising it as a space for community...
Rewilding & Biodiversity Tour with Ciarán Fitzgerald
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandJoin Head Gardener Ciarán Fitzgerald on Wednesday, 21st May 2025, at 11:30 AM for a special guided tour in celebration of Biodiversity Week. Ciarán will lead a tour of the grounds at Johnstown Castle, highlighting the team's rewilding efforts on the estate. During the tour, Ciarán will also discuss the vital role of biodiversity at...