Garden Talk and Tour at Royal Hospital Kilmainham
Dates
27/05/2025 - 27/05/2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Royal Hospital Kilmainham
In the grounds of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, lies a green oasis in Dublin 8. Head Gardener Mary Condon, to discuss the history and use of the Formal Gardens at the Royal Hospital. How it came to be, the plants and trees that are currently in bloom and the ongoing work. Learn about the growing seasons, and the impact the Formal Gardens has on the biodiversity both in our grounds but also in the local community.
The meeting point is the Johnston room in the North Range, just off the central courtyard of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham and behind the coffee boxcart. Look out for OPW signage at the entrance.
Tickets are free of charge but need to booked at eventbrite through the link.
Getting Here
By Luas: Red line to Heuston Station (8 minutes walk via Military Road.)
By Bus: Buses to Heuston Station (8 minutes walk via Military Rd): C1, C2, C3, C4 from Aston Quay. Buses to James Street (8 minutes walk via steps to Bow Lane onto Irwin Street and Military Road): 13 from O’Connell Street or Dame Street; G1 and G2 from Eden Quay.
By Car: Paid car parking – €3 for the first 3 hrs
On Foot: Approx. 30 to 40 minutes from the city centre.
By Train: 8 minutes walk from Heuston Station.
Cycling: There is bike parking onsite and a number of Dublin Bikes stations located nearby.
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