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Evening Bat Walks
As 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...
(SOLD OUT) Going, Going Gone! The Story of the 1944 Auction at Johnstown Castle
Saturday 8th June 11am (SOLD OUT!) Saturday 11th May (SOLD OUT!) 80 years ago, the entire contents of the castle were sold off at a public auction. What happened to all the items? Matt Wheeler and Duncan Laurence piece this intriguing story together as they continue to search for ‘lost’ artefacts. The talk starts at...
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Yoga at Johnstown Castle
Alanna is a 500 hour qualified Yoga Teacher with a background in mental health. Combining her experience with traditional Hatha and Ashtanga Yoga along with modern Trauma Informed Yoga teachings, Alanna takes a considered approach to her yoga classes. What to expect: This slow yoga flow works beautifully with the surrounding environment of Johnstown Castle....
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A Walk on the Wild Side
A Walk on the Wild Side
Join Matt Wheeler at 2pm on Sunday 9th June on a walking tour to explore Johnstown Castle grounds. The walk will look at the estate’s prominent historical features, quirky hidden gems and the diverse flora & fauna. *This is an outdoor event - please dress appropriately. In the event of extremely bad weather the event...
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The Irish Great War Society
The Irish Great War Society
The Irish Great War Society is a living history group dedicated to the remembrance and education of those who fought and died in the Great War. An exhibit will be featuring outside the castle on 24th and 25th August. The society wears the uniforms and carries the Equipment of the period, displaying original memorabilia such...
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Cruinniú na nÓg
Cruinniú na nÓg
On Saturday, June 15th come along and take part in a Wildlife Treasure Hunt on the grounds of Johnstown Castle. This is a free ticketed event and will involve playing games with Laura Flood and Liz Flynn. The event is suitable for ages 6-9 (1 guardian per child) There are two times: 11am and 2pm...
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Pierces Foundry Wexford, The Rise, and Fall of an Industrial Giant!
Pierces Foundry Wexford, The Rise, and Fall of an Industrial Giant!
Pierces Foundry Wexford, The Rise, and Fall of an Industrial Giant! SOLD OUT!!! This illustrated talk by Myles Miller takes place on 22nd June at 11am in the castle Ballroom. It will give an insight into the Rise and Fall of Pierces Foundry. It will discuss the circumstances around the firm’s formation in the mid-19th...
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Conscious Connected Breathwork
Embark on a Conscious Connected Breathwork Journey with Aoife in the grand Ballroom of Johnstown Castle. Sessions are scheduled for Sunday, 23rd June at 10am, Sunday, 21st July at 10am, and Sunday, 25th August at 10am. Engage with your subconscious in a conscious connected breathwork session to uncover your deepest desires and the obstacles hindering...
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Jazz at Johnstown Festival
Fri 28th - Sun 30th June, 12 - 5pm Over 30 musicians will take part in the biggest outdoor jazz festival in the South East at Johnstown Castle from Friday, June 28 to Sunday June 30. The fourth annual Jazz at Johnstown Festival will open with a special concert by the Johnny Taylor Trio...
The Johnny Taylor Trio – Night One of June Jazz
The Johnny Taylor Trio – Night One of June Jazz
Friday June 28th at 7.30pm, with doors opening at 7.00pm. The Johnny Taylor Trio, named after one of the finest jazz pianists on the Irish music scene. The trio is one of the most sought after by jazz venues and festivals at home and abroad. No strangers to Jazz at Johnstown audiences, Johnny, Barry Donohoe...
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June Jazz at Johnstown Castle
June Jazz at Johnstown Castle
Saturday June 29th at 8pm with door opening at 7.30pm. Wexford is very fortunate to have a first class jazz musician – Kevin Lawlor – on its doorstep. And Jazz at Johnstown is very fortunate to have the Kevin Lawlor Quartet headlining our concert on Saturday June 29th. And what a quartet! Kevin will be...