Events

Snowdrop Month in Altamont Gardens

Altamont Gardens Altamont Gardens, Tullow, Co. Carlow, Ireland

A great opportunity to view this unique collection, first started by Corona North, former owner of the gardens, and now amongst the largest in Ireland, with over 100 named varieties. Guided tours each Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 2 p.m.

Snowdrop Month at Shankill Castle

Shankill Castle and Gardens Paulstown, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland

Enjoy the spectacular early Spring bulbs and carpet of snowdrops at Shankill Castle, Paulstown, Co. Kilkenny from 1st to 28th of February with the opportunity to avail of a castle tour delivered by a member of the Cope family.

Snowdrops at Huntington Castle [weekends]

Huntington Castle and Gardens Clonegal, Co. Carlow

An original 17th century garden, with charming woodland walks featuring snowdrops and Spring plantings, are available every weekend from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Huntington Garden, Clonegal, Co. Carlow.

Commemorative Talk to Mrs. Corona North

Mount Wolseley Hotel Mount Wolseley Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Tullow, Co. Carlow, Ireland

To commemorate 20 years since the passing of the highly regarded Corona North, former owner of Altamont Gardens, an evening of talks will be held featuring Paul Cutler, Head Gardener at Altamont who worked closely with Mrs. North and Assumpta Broomfield, the much-admired Irish gardener and galantophile and a close friend of Mrs. North

Snowdrop Gala & Other Spring Treasures

Mount Wolseley Hotel Mount Wolseley Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Tullow, Co. Carlow, Ireland

This event exhibits the best in snowdrops and early flowering Spring plants, with talks by leading experts in horticulture and gives the gardening world the opportunity to emerge from Winter hibernation

Snowdrop Month at Burtown House

Burtown House and Gardens Burtown House and Gardens, Athy, Co. Kildare

The gardens at Burtown House near Athy will open every Wednesday – Sunday and feature an extensive collection of snowdrops, aconites, hellebores and early bulbs. A painting workshop with botanical artist Shevaun Doherty.

Botanical Art Workshop – Celebrating Snowdrops

Burtown House and Gardens Burtown House and Gardens, Athy, Co. Kildare

Celebrate the arrival of Spring with this two-day botanical art workshop painting snowdrops with award - winning artist, Shevaun Doherty.

Snowdrop Gala & Other Spring Treasures

Mount Wolseley Hotel Mount Wolseley Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Tullow, Co. Carlow, Ireland

Explore the first flowers of Spring with Scottish and UK speakers Catherine Erskine and Ross Barbour/Helen Picton. Includes full guided tour of Altamont Gardens with Head Gardener Paul Cutler and Specialist Plant Fair in Altamont Plant Sales.

Guided Tours of Altamont Gardens

Altamont Gardens Altamont Gardens, Tullow, Co. Carlow, Ireland

Guided tours of the Snowdrop Collection in the Walled Gardens each Saturday from 8th-29th February at 2pm. Meeting point – Altamont Plant Sales. Admission free.

Garden & Woodland Tours at Shankill Castle [Weekends]

Shankill Castle and Gardens Paulstown, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland

Enjoy the woodland walks with a spectacular carpet of snowdrops, hellebores and early Spring bulbs. Admission: Adults €5. Group tickets, concessions and family tickets available. Entrance via front gate in Paulstown village.

Garden Tours at Burtown House [Wednesday to Sunday]

Burtown House and Gardens Burtown House and Gardens, Athy, Co. Kildare

Every Wednesday to Sunday from 1st February, 10.00am to 5.30pm. Admission: Adults €8; children €5 The Green Barn is open for brunch 10am-12pm, Lunch 12.30-15.30, Friday & Saturday night dinner 6.30pm-8.30pm. An extensive collection of snowdrops, aconites, hellebores and early bulbs.

Garden Talk by T.J. Maher (Patthana Garden)

Delta Sensory Gardens & Garden Centre Strawhall Estate, Carlow, Co. Carlow

An exciting opportunity at Delta Sensory Gardens Carlow 2022 on Sunday January 22nd at 2pm. Tj Maher of Patthana Garden is giving an informative talk to help you spruce up your garden this year.

€8

Snowdrop Gala 2024 at Ballykealy House

Balleykealy House Balolon, Carlow, Ireland

Celebrating the Snowdrop and other spring treasures. 12th Annual Gala will be held on Saturday, 27th January 2024 at Ballykealey House.

Sticks, Stems and The Stars of Spring are featured by Steve Edney (UK), Former Head Gardener at the Salutation and Canterbury Cathedral, Owner of No Name Nursery and Garden Consultant. Plants and People - Snowdrops in a German Garden are featured by Michael  Driesvogt (Germany), Director of Park Härle Arboretum, Bonn-Oberkassel.

Snowdrop Month in Arboretum’s inspirational Gardens

Arboretum Inspirational Gardens Old Kilkenny Road, Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow

An Gairdin Beo is a community garden in the centre of Carlow town where people garden together and then reap the rewards together. This craft and coffee morning celebrates the snowdrop through various arts.

Garden, Woodland and Castle Tours at Huntington Castle

Huntington Castle and Gardens Clonegal, Co. Carlow

Garden, Woodland and Castle Tours at Huntington Castle Snowdrop fun for all the family is on offer each weekend during Snowdrop Month at Huntington Castle. These historic […]

Snowdrop Month at Shankill Castle

Shankill Castle and Gardens Paulstown, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland

Snowdrop Month at Shankill Castle Explore acres of gardens and woodlands which at the this time of year includes a carpet of early spring bulbs and […]

Guided Tours of the Snowdrop Collection at Altamont Gardens

Altamont Gardens Altamont Gardens, Tullow, Co. Carlow, Ireland

The very popular Snowdrop Month at Altamont Gardens runs from February 1st to 29th and is a great opportunity to view this unique cole3ction, now amongst the largest in Ireland, with over 150 named varieties. This 40-acre estate, on the banks of the River Slaney near Tullow features an enchanting blend of formal, informal and wild gardens. Guided tours take place each Monday - Friday throughout February at 2pm. and group tours by appointment.

Snowdrop Month at Burtown House

Burtown House and Gardens Burtown House and Gardens, Athy, Co. Kildare

Snowdrop Month at Burtown House and Gardens - view an extensive collection of snowdrops, hellebores, aconites and early spring bulbs!

Craft & Coffee at An Gairdin Beo

An Gairdín Beo Old Dublin Road, Carlow, Co. Carlow, Ireland

An Gairdin Beo is a community garden in the centre of Carlow town where people garden together and then reap the rewards together. This craft and coffee morning celebrates the snowdrop through various arts.