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Killarney House and Gardens Christmas Opening Hours

Catering Franchise For Restaurant At Glenveagh National Park Visitor Centre

Tenders are invited for the operation of the restaurant franchise at Glenveagh National Park Visitor Centre. The Park is managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. NPWS are seeking to develop a vibrant and exciting catering facility with a suitable applicant. NPWS will work flexibly with

September Guided Walks

Major Works on the Spinc Trail

The iconic Spinc boardwalk in Glendalough has served us well for many years. However, it is old and worn and now needs replacing. We are planning to upgrade it to a new, durable mountain path. This is a BIG project. The upgrade work is expected to take three months – September, October and November. During

Heritage Week

Free Guided Walk on Friday 23rd August, 1.30pm – 4pm Join a Conservation Ranger for a 2 – 2.5 Hour guided walk along the Arthur Young Trail, Muckross as part of Heritage Week. The theme of the walk is connecting our cultural, built and natural heritage. Spaces are limited and booking is essential. To secure

Muckross 60 Scholarship

NPWS invites applications for ‘Muckross 60 Scholars’- a joint initiative between the National Parks and Wildlife Service and the Trustees of Muckross House, Killarney, and celebrates the 60th anniversary of the opening of Muckross House to the public. Scholarships will support third level study of nature and heritage relevant to NPWS, Muckross House and Gardens

Art in the Park

Muckross 60th Celebrations

FRIDAY JUNE 14TH IS A VERY SPECIAL DAY Muckross House, Gardens & Traditional Farms as they celebrate the 60th anniversary of the opening of Muckross House to visitors on June 14th 1964. The late Yvonne Quill was a trailblazer in her beloved Killarney town. Yvonne was the first person to enter Muckross House on the

Muckross House 60th Anniversary Celebrations

Final preparations are under way this week, a special day to mark the occasion is being organised by National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) and the Board of Trustees of Muckross House, Killarney on this Friday 14th June. Staff at NPWS, Muckross House and Trustees will host several exhibitions, walks and guided tours in the

*Met Eireann Status Orange Weather Warning Saturday 6th April*