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Ardgillan Park & Demesne
Ardgillan, situated between Balbriggan and Skerries, offers 194 acres of spectacular parklands overlooking the Irish Sea with a magnificent view of the Mourne Mountains. As well as the castle, the demesne features a walled and rose garden. A tea rooms, dog friendly cafe and castle tours and gift shop are available.
Opening Hours:
- 9am to 5pm daily (January, November and December)
- 9am to 6pm daily (February and March)
- 9am to 7pm daily (October)
- 9am to 8pm daily (April and September)
- 9am to 9m daily (May, June, July and August)
Directions:
Exit M1 at Junction X north or Junction Y south. Follow road signs for
Transport:
Free car parking is available on site. The nearest train station is Balbriggan, located 3.7km away. Tier and Bleeper bike sharing are available in the area. The no. 33 and 33a Dublin Buses stop a few minutes walk from the Demesne at stop 7175, also known locally as the Ladies Stairs.
Newbridge House & Farm
Newbridge House Demesne offers 370 acres of gently undulating parkland, woodland walks, the ruins of Lanistown Castle, a major Children's playground, sports pitches and a farm experience. Tours of Newbridge House are available seasonally and there is a café on site year round.
https://newbridgehouseandfarm.com/
Opening Hours:
- 8am to 5pm (January, November, December)
- 8am to 6pm (February, March)
- 8am to 7pm (October)
- 8am to 8pm (April, September)
- 8am to 9pm (May, June, July, August)
Directions:
By car, it is signposted from the M1/N1 just north of Swords.
Transport:
Free car parking is available on site. By train, visitors should use theNorthbound trains from Connolly or Pearse Street stations stopping at Donabate train station. The no. 33 Dublin Bus also stops close by and the Park is situated within easy walking distance of Donabate Village.
Malahide Castle & Gardens
Set on 268 acres of parkland, the gardens and Butterfly House at Malahide Castle are a tranquil retreat just minutes away from Dublin city centre and airport. Discover 5,000 plant varieties from around the world, wood carvings and fairy trails with perfect picnic spots and much more during your visit.
https://www.malahidecastleandgardens.ie/
Opening Hours:
- 9am to 5pm daily (January, November and December)
- 9am to 6pm daily (February and March)
- 9am to 7pm daily (October)
- 9am to 8pm daily (April and September)
- 9am to 9pm daily (May, June, July and August)
Directions:
By car, it is signposted from the M1/N1 Dublin-Belfast and from the main Dublin to Malahide road. By Bus, it can be reached by 42 from Talbot Street in Dublin city centre.
Transport:
Free car parking is available on site. The amenity is situated within easy walking distance of the centre of Malahide Village, with easy access from the local train station.
St. Catherine's Park
St. Catherine’s Park /Lucan Demesne is located in counties Fingal, Kildare, and South Dublin. It consists of 200 acres of woodland and grass land, with the river Liffey dividing the southern lands of South Dublin County Council from the remainder of the park.
https://www.fingal.ie/directory/amenities/parks/st-catherines-park
Opening Hours:
- 9am to 5pm (January, November, December)
- 9am to 6pm (February, March, October)
- 9am to 8pm (April, September)
- 9am to 9pm (May, June, July, August)
Directions:
There is vehicle access and car parking located off the Black Avenue in County Kildare; From the Lucan to Clonee Road; Near Laraghcon in Fingal; From the Leixlip Road (R835) in Lucan, South Dublin..
Transport:
Free car parking is available on site.
Millennium Park
Millennium Park is located in Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. Offering 60 acres of tree-lined paths leading to meadows, woodland, and walled gardens, the park serves a large local residential community and is often host to Fingal County Council events.
https://www.fingal.ie/directory/amenities/parks/millennium-regional-park
Opening Hours:
- 8am to 5pm (January, November, December)
- 8am to 6pm (February, March)
- 8am to 7pm (April, May October)
- 8am to 8pm (September)
- 8am to 9pm (June, July, August)
Directions:
The park is located next to the Blanchardstown Town Centre, Fingal County Council Offices at Grove Road, Blanchardstown Library and the Draíocht Arts Centre.
Transport:
Free car parking and bike parking are available at the entrance to the park.
Santry Demesne
Santry Demesne is the former site of an old house and gardens, located in Northwood, Santry. The park is home to a children's playground and an extensive network of pathways to suit walkers, joggers and dog walkers alike.
https://www.fingal.ie/directory/amenities/parks/santry-demesne-regional…
Opening Hours:
- 9am to 5pm (January, November, December)
- 9am to 6pm (February, March)
- 9am to 7pm (October)
- 9am to 8pm (April, September)
- 9am to 9pm (May, June, July, August)
Directions:
The park entrance is located on the Old Airport Road, close to Morton Stadium and Junction 2 of the N2. https://goo.gl/maps/3xhwsaJXQWVL8DhZ6
Transport:
The park is serviced by the 16, 16a, 33, 41, 41b, and 41c Dublin Bus routes. Free car parking and bike parking are available at the entrance to the park.