Lismore Castle is the Irish home of the Duke of Devonshire. Located in the town of Lismore in County Waterford in Ireland, it belonged to the Earls of Desmond, and subsequently to the Dukes of Devonshire from 1753. It was largely re-built in the Gothic style during the mid-nineteenth century by William Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire.
The castle features superb gardens, which are open to the public. The upper garden is a 17th century walled garden, while much of the informal lower garden was designed in the 19th century.
Opening times (main gallery & gardens):
16 March - 14 October
Opening Times: Monday- Sunday 10.30am -5.30pm (last entry 4.30pm).
Admission Prices:
Adult: ?8.00 Concessions (OAP, Children, Students): ?6.50 Family Ticket (2 adults & 3 children): ?20.00 Friends - Annual Ticket: ?35.00 Friends - Family Ticket: ?60.00 (includes entry into gardens & gallery)
Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a lead and cleaned up after.
Garden Tours:
Groups can book in advance to have a tour of the gardens.
Parking:
Free parking is available on the castle driveway (except on Sundays when the space is used for the Farmers Market) or 100 yards away in the town car park.
