Hillsborough Castle
With ornamental grounds, peaceful woodland, meandering waterways and picturesque glens, the historic gardens surrounding Northern Ireland's royal residence are a joy to explore.
On these members-only tours, come and discover the gardens at Hillsborough Castle with Gardens Manager, Claire Woods.
These tours are an exclusive opportunity to explore the gardens with our Gardens Manager and are included in the cost of your membership. Equivalent tours require payment for non-members. Tickets are limited so please only book if you are available and will attend.
We recommend sturdy footwear as paths can be rough and routes will involve steep steps.
21 September
Autumn is a time to harvest and this walk will be focused on the Walled Garden where you will be introduced to all the crops that are ready for harvest. The early apples and pears should be ripe and ready to taste. We will also look at the best of the autumn flowering herbaceous plants in the borders and how to keep them looking lovely through the season.
When
21 September 2024
11:00Ticketing information
This tour is now fully booked.
Members go free. Advance booking required via the member portal, under Member-Only Events.
Tours start promptly at 11:00 and last approximately 60 minutes.
Tickets are limited and subject to availability; please only book if you are able to attend. Terms and conditions apply.
Free (advance booking required)
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- Things to see
The Gardens
Discover the ornamental lawns, meandering waterways, peaceful woodlands and picturesque glens that surround Hillsborough Castle.
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Last entry one hour before closing.
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
- Things to see
Granville Garden
Take a moment in this elegant rose garden created by Lady Granville, aunt to Queen Elizabeth II.
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
- Things to see
Walled Garden
Enter the castle grounds through this 18th-century walled garden, which has been expertly restored using traditional methods.
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)