Ashford, Co. Wicklow
Tel/Fax: +353 404 40205/40116
E-mail: mount_usher.gardens@indigo.ie
Web: www.mount-usher-gardens.com

This lovely "Robinsonian" - i.e. informal - garden, laid out along the Vartry River, measures 8ha and dates back to around 1850. The river is spanned by suspension bridges, from which numerous waterfalls and superb views can be enjoyed.

There are approximately 5000 different species of plants, shrubs and trees, originating from many parts of the world. The extensive collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias and camellias is exceptionally colourful in spring. There are also those shrubs and trees, planted precisely for their display of berries and glorious foliage, to be admired in the autumn.

Situated:
Ashford village, off main Dublin - Rosslare N11. 30km south of Dublin.
(Map Reference: 8)

Open:
Daily mid February to 31st October.

Admission:
Adults: €7.00; OAPs, Students, Children: €6.00
Groups (Minimum 20): Adults: €6.00; OAPs, Students, Children: €5.00 Guided Tours: €50.00 extra (advance booking required)

Facilities:
Tearoom, Shopping courtyard, Toilets, Parking, Wheelchair access (limited). No dogs and no picnics.

Guided Tours:
€40.00 (advance booking required).

Best time to Visit:
Any time.

Contact:
Madelaine Jay.