Johnstown Castle Estate
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...
Rural Electrification
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandIn 1927 the Electricity Supply Board (E.S.B) was formed with responsibility for the distribution of electricity from the hydropower plant at Ardnacrusha, Co. Clare. Referred to as 'The Shannon Scheme', the plant took over three years to construct and opened in late 1929. True national electrification did not begin until the late 1940s with the introduction...
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 –...
Castle n Cars 5.0
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandGet ready for the highly anticipated return of the Castle 'n' Cars Exhibition—now in its thrilling 5th year, happening at the historic Johnstown Castle on May 24, 2025, This year, Park n Chill and Johnstown Castle are bringing you an unforgettable automotive experience, featuring over 300 jaw-dropping cars, a vibrant trade village, and delicious food...
Iron Men, Wexford’s Lockout 1911 – 1912
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandA talk will be given at Johnstown Castle by Mylo Miller Titled: Iron Men, Wexford’s lockout 1911 – 1912. Mylo works for the Irish Heritage Trust at Johnstown Castle Estate, Irish Agricultural Museum and Gardens. Mylo was the curator on an exhibition for the museum which tells the story of Wexford’s Lockout. The research for...
Jazz at Johnstown Festival
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandJazz 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 June 22, featuring over thirty of the best jazz musicians in Ireland. Among the many highlights of the festival, the biggest of its kind in...
Pop Up Movies at Johnstown Castle
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandLights, Camera, Action! Join us for a magical outdoor movie experience on the 15th & 16th of August and 5th & 6th of September with the stunning castle as the backdrop! Savor the last of the summer nights with your friends and family while watching iconic films under the stars. On Friday, 15th of August,...
No Dig Workshop with Charles Dowding
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandJoin renowned gardener Charles Dowding for a Full-Day No-Dig Gardening Experience at Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardems and discover the benefits of no-dig gardening. Schedule:10:00am – Morning Session (Ballroom, Indoors)Learn how to simplify your gardening while maximizing vegetable yields, even in small spaces. Charles will share insights from his Somerset garden, showcase trial results, and...