From the Seashore and Other Stories

Johnstown Castle Estate , Ireland

An 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 , Ireland

The 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 , Ireland

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...

Traditional Stool Making with Dylan McGuirk

Johnstown Castle Estate , Ireland

Over 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...

Jazz at Johnstown Festival

Johnstown Castle Estate , Ireland

Jazz at Johnstown Festival in 2025 The fifth annual Jazz at Johnstown festival is scheduled to take place in 20025 across three days and two nights, from June 20 to...