Fun Filled Memory Making Day Out For All Who Visit


Wild Connections Easter Camp
Our fun Wild Connection Easter Camps will let your kids connect with nature in the great outdoors under the guidance of our experienced educational team.
Our biodiversity Easter camps will take place over two separate weeks in April.
Week 1: 3 – 6 April (SOLD OUT)
Week 2: 11 -14 April
From 10.00-14.00 each day.
Suitable for children 5 to 12 years of age. Limited spaces per camp. Unfortunately this camp is not suitable for children with limited mobility.
Sample activities include:
Pond Dipping
Bird Watching
Nature Crafts
Wellness Walk
Flora Trail
Lunch/break times include the schedule.
All children must bring their own packed lunch and notify, at the time of booking, of any allergies or medical conditions that could infringe on the ability to take part in the activities. Please dress for the outdoors and re-apply sun lotion to children in advance of the workshops.
Cost: €60 per child
(10% discount to Friends with valid membership, discount code is available from reception or call us on 057 9120336).
Please note if you book at full price discount cannot be applied later.
*SOLD OUT* Easter Egg Hunt at Birr Castle Demesne 2023
Birr Castle Demesne is the place for you this Easter break.
On Easter Sunday 09 April and Easter Monday 10 April, we will have an “Easter Egg Hunt”. Along the Easter trail you will meet with The Easter Bunny and Friends. Once you complete the trail you can pick up your Easter Egg from the Mad Hatter…all going well!
Pre-booking required, limited space available.
BOOKINGS CLOSED


Castle Tour with General Admission
13 May – 9 September 2023
Guided tours of the interior of Birr Castle will run Monday to Saturday throughout May, June, July & August, with tours running at 10:00, 11:30 & 13:00 daily.
On your tour of the castle, your guide will lead you through a number of beautiful rooms while enlightening you on the history, the family, key pieces of furniture, and the collection of treasures within the rooms.
Pre-booking is essential for castle tours, and tours are suitable for age 12 upwards.
Guided Discovery Tour with General Admission
3rd June to 26th August 2023
Every Saturday @ 12:00
Castle interiors not included. Pre-booking is highly recommended, click on the link below and choose your preferred Friday or Saturday date and the time and options will appear. Please scroll down to your ticket option of Guided Discovery Tours.



Wild Connections Summer Camps
*Bookings for 2023 Wild Connections Summer Camp opening soon!*
Our fun Wild Connection camps will let your kids connect with nature in the great outdoors under the guidance of our experienced educational team.
Our biodiversity summer camps will take place over two separate weeks in July.
Week 1: 3 – 7 July
Week 2: 10 -14 July
From 10.00-14.00 each day.
Suitable for children 5 to 12 years of age. Limited spaces per camp. Unfortunately, this camp is not suitable for children with limited mobility.
Sample activities include:
Pond Dipping, Bird Watching, Nature Crafts, Wellness Walk, Flora Trail and more!
Lunch/break times include the schedule.
All children must bring their own packed lunch and notify, at the time of booking, of any allergies or medical conditions that could infringe on the ability to take part in the activities. Please dress for the outdoors and re-apply sun lotion to children in advance of the workshops.
Cost: €75 per child (10% discount to Friends)
(10% discount to Friends with valid membership, discount code is available from reception or call us on 057 9120336).
Please note if you book at full price discount cannot be applied later.
Big Vintage Picnic 2023
*Tickets for 2023 the Big Vintage Picnic coming soon!*
Come enjoy the Big Beautiful Vintage Picnic at Birr Castle Demesne as part of 55th Birr Vintage Week and Arts Festival 2023!!
Lay down your picnic blankets and spread out your own vintage-style picnic. Try your hand at a game of Garden Croquet or Skittles. A fun-filled memory-making day out for all. Includes time to explore the 120 acres of parkland and gardens, the Great Telescope, and the Treehouse Adventure Playground.
