The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) in collaboration with the Office of Public Works (OPW) and Regional Cultural Centre (RCC), Donegal is thrilled to announce the launch of two new artist residencies at the recently redeveloped Russell’s Cottage in Glenveagh National Park.
‘The Birch Tree’ Restaurant in the Visitor Centre, Glenveagh National Park is now closed for the season. The Castle tea rooms continue to provide light snacks, tray bakes and tea – coffees, but waiting times may be longer than normal.
To celebrate Heritage Week our Shuttle Bus services & Self-Guided Castle Tours (subject to availability) will be free of charge from Saturday 17th – Sunday 25th August. No booking required. Craft Stalls & Music will also be in the park both weekends. Watch out for the Native Woodland Tent all week & a special open
Summer is a great time in Glenveagh to explore, relax and learn about nature. Take a look at our events poster for more information.
The castle will be closed to tours from Wednesday 19th June until Monday 24th June, the information desk will remain open. The castle will be closed for tours on Wednesdays throughout the summer, but all other facilities remain open. Please check our social media chanels for regular updates or changes. We regret any inconvenience caused.
Join us for a celebration of Irish biodiversity from the 18th – 26th May 2024. We have events including a BioBlitz, Natura 2000 Day, Big Biodiversity bake off and a woodland display with information on our native Irish woodlands and conservation work. You can also collect your free copy of our beautiful new book ‘Drawn
What do you think of our nature information? Follow the link below to take part in a short visitor survey. Help us improve how we present and interpret nature information in the park. What would make your visit more meaningful and enjoyable? Should we ‘go digital’ or is this a place where screen time is
Minister for Nature, Heritage and Electoral Reform, Malcolm Noonan TD, has today, March 21st launched a book titled “Coillte Dúchasacha Chontae Dhún na nGall, Native Woodlands of County Donegal” at Glenveagh Visitor Centre. This book is written by written by Seán Ó Gaoithín, Foreman and Gardener at Glenveagh National Park, and describes the significance of
Deireadh Seachtaine Fhéile Pádraig ag Páirc Náisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha. Bígí linn le haghaidh deireadh seachtaine lán le ceol, craic agus ceardaíocht do na páistí an deireadh seachtaine Fhéile Pádraig seo. Ar Dé Sathairn an 16 Márta, cuirfimid déanamh suaitheantas Lá Fhéile Pádraig ar siúl do pháistí, a bheidh ina imeacht buail isteach an lá ar
We’re delighted to announce that Glenveagh National Park & Castle has been awarded the CIE Tours Visitor Experience Award of Excellence 2023. This award is based on the positive feedback received from CIE customers and Glenveagh achieved a customer rating of 92% or higher from guests . These ratings, which are derived from CIE guest surveys, are evaluated independently & externally. The award was collected on behalf of Glenveagh National Park and Castle by Susan Callaghan, Divisional Manager.