Excursion Curraghmore house & gardens with tea tour at Waterford

Experience the spectacular, Old World beauty, glamour and refinement of Curraghmore House & Gardens during this exclusive, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Dunmore East, Waterford Countryside, Curraghmore House, Keep, Courtyard, Victorian Mansion

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive through the beautiful countryside of Waterford en route to Curraghmore House, home of the 9th Marquis of Waterford. The house is a remarkable sight, with its architecture being part 12th-century and part 18th-century, with strong French lines. Unlike other grand houses of this period, the 1176 keep of the Le Poer family has been incorporated into the 18th century house. Of the many curious and interesting features of Curraghmore, the most striking is the courtyard front of the house, where the original Castle is encased in a spectacular Victorian mansion with flanking Georgian ranges.

Parterre, Tiered Lawns, Lake, Arboretum, Kitchen Gardens, Sitka Spruce, King John's Bridge

Formal parterre, tiered lawns, lake, arboretum, and kitchen gardens were all developed during the 19th century, and survive to this day. At this time, some of Ireland's most remarkable surviving trees were planted in the estate's arboretum. Today, these trees frame miles of beautiful river walks. A Sitka spruce overlooks King John's Bridge, and is one of the tallest trees in Ireland. King John's Bridge, a stone-arched structure built in 1205, spans the Clodagh River and is the oldest bridge in Ireland. Approximately 12 miles (about 19.3 kilometres) of famine relief boundary walls, and four sturdy wrought iron gates, surround the estate.

Exclusive Tour, Main Reception Rooms, Tea Room, Tea/Coffee with Scones, Copper Coast

Your exclusive, guided tour incorporates the main reception rooms of Curraghmore House, and includes tea or coffee served with scones in the Tea Room. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 45-minute drive back to the pier along Waterford's scenic Copper Coast.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Dunmore East, Countryside Drive, Curraghmore House & Gardens, Courtyard, Victorian Mansion, King John's Bridge, Tea Room, Tea/Coffee with Scones, Copper Coast

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 547 yards (about 500 metres), at times over uneven and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to get on/off the coach. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, a weatherproof jacket, an umbrella, and credit cards or local currency for purchases from the ship. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. The tour sequence may vary.