Did You Know?
The world famous Ballydoyle Stable, founded by one of the greatest trainers of all time, Vincent O’Brien, has seen some legendary horses pass through its doors, many including the great Saddlers Wells went on to stand as stallions at their breeding arm Coolmore Stud. Our tip for Tipp is to keep an eye out as you drive through the south east of Tipperary. The beautiful young foal you see by their mother’s side could be a future horseracing legend.
Castletown Glebe Garden
T: +353 (0)67 03318 E: ftierney@ireland.com
Address: Castletown Garden, Castlelough, Portroe, Co. Tipperary
Address: Castletown Garden, Castlelough, Portroe, Co. Tipperary
Set in dramatic scenery beneath the Arra Hills, this is a mature rectory garden with views over Lough Derg.
There are woodland walks by a mountain stream with waterfalls and a natural planting of rhododendron, azalea, rodgersia, gunnera, ferns and hydrangea. An herbaceous border is a highlight in the summer. Children must be supervised.
Open in May, June and early September by appointment only