Things to see or do
Amenities
- Directions: From Dublin City or Airport, get on the M50 Ring Road and head for the M3/Cavan junction (exit 6). Loughcrew is approximately 1 hour from the M50. Take the M3 to Cavan and the Northwest. After reaching the end of the motorway, take the first exit to Oldcastle at the second roundabout. Follow this road until coming to Loughcrew Gardens and Coffee Shop on the left-hand side.
- Facilities: Car and coach park, toilets, tearoom, book and gift shop, photographic display and education area. Wheelchair access in the Centre (and Gardens) is excellent.
Loughcrew Historic Gardens
Oldcastle
Meath
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Ireland East
Located near Oldcastle, County Meath, Loughcrew is a magical experience that combines history, beauty, fantasy and atmosphere. Visitors can take a walk through centuries of garden and landscape fantasy. The central area of approximately 2.5 hectares includes a lime avenue, extensive lawns and terraces, magnificent herbaceous border and physic border. Within the gardens stand a medieval mote and St Oliver Plunkett's family church and tower house. A host of enchanting features are displayed in a setting steeped in atmosphere and history. Meet Alice as she strolls through wonderland, encounter fairies and other creatures on woodland walks. Sculptures by acclaimed artist Ann Meldon Hugh and architectural treasures await around every corner.
Contact
Telephone+353 (0)49 854 1356Fax:+353 (0)49 854 1921
Email: info@loughcrew.com
Website: www.loughcrew.com
Address: Oldcastle, Co Meath, Republic of Ireland
Places to eat
Kraft Kaffee and Tourist Information Point
What's on
Loughcrew Summer Solstice Festival
