Killruddery House and Gardens

Killruddery House and Gardens Nourish the senses in this calm, open space - an ideal environment for fun, well-being and creativity
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Killruddery House & Gardens has often been described as a wonderful place to escape for a great day out and has been home to the Brabazon Family (the Earls of Meath) since 1618. Located on the outskirts of the capital where Dublin meets Wicklow, it’s a hidden gem just waiting to be discovered. In the 1820s, the 10th Earl of Meath engaged the services of architects Richard Morrison and his son Will

iam to remodel the house. Although the house was greatly reduced in the 1950’s, much of the Morrisons’ design and architecture still remains. Today, Killruddery House is one of Ireland’s most beautiful and successful Elizabethan-Revival Mansions and plays host to a varied calendar of events throughout the year. Killruddery Gardens are the oldest in Ireland surviving in their original 17th century unique style along with some 18th and 19th century additions. The Estate is a popular location for many well known films and TV series including My Left Foot, Angela’s Ashes, The Tudors and Camelot. Keep up to date with Killruddery by visiting our website
www.killruddery.com or keep an eye out here for our regular updates.

WREATH WORKSHOPS, Last Spaces!One of Killruddery’s most loved seasonal traditions;our Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop, ...
17/11/2025

WREATH WORKSHOPS, Last Spaces!

One of Killruddery’s most loved seasonal traditions;our Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop, is almost full.

Join Fionnuala Brabazon and florist Hanka Miziova for a creative morning with tea, mince pies, mulled wine and a winter garden walk (weather permitting).
A few final places remaim, Link in bio to book.
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SEASONAL SUPPERS AND LUNCHSeasonal Suppers in the Grain Store are nearly sold out; a few December dates remain.Book your...
17/11/2025

SEASONAL SUPPERS AND LUNCH

Seasonal Suppers in the Grain Store are nearly sold out; a few December dates remain.

Book your Seasonal Lunch or Supper now and taste the best of our winter harvest, prepared by Head Chef Niall O’Sullivan who was recently Highly Commended in Food & Wine’s Best Chef Leinster Awards, with ingredients grown metres away from where our Kitchen or from producers

THURSDAY ALMOST FRIDAYIt feels like one of the last quiet weekends of the year, before we tumble into the Festive Season...
13/11/2025

THURSDAY ALMOST FRIDAY

It feels like one of the last quiet weekends of the year, before we tumble into the Festive Season! Mince Pies (...inspired by the Earl of Meath's Turkey Oak Tree, planted in the Gardens when he was born some 80 something years ago!!) ... are starting to run out the door.

Grain Store: Bookings open for Lunch Tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday with some Availability still - OR Just a have Pizza - our Ovens are firing from 12 - last orders 5pm

11/11/2025

Yes it's rain + windy, but we are taking a moment to celebrate Mashua or in Latin: Tropaeolum tuberosum

Sourced from
On our Obelisk we made with four years ago here at Killruddery.

+ We love it.

CHEERS TO OUR CHEF!A big shout-out to Killruddery’s Head Chef, Niall O’Sullivan, who was Highly Commended in this year’s...
10/11/2025

CHEERS TO OUR CHEF!

A big shout-out to Killruddery’s Head Chef, Niall O’Sullivan, who was Highly Commended in this year’s Food & Wine Awards under Best Chef Leinster!

Huge congratulations also to Adam Nevin, who took home the award, we’re delighted to be in such great company.

Given that Niall gets to show the full breadth of his skills every weekend at our Grain Store Lunches (Fri–Sun) and our Seasonal Suppers, we’re taking this as a huge win for him, and for Killruddery.

Under Niall’s leadership, our kitchen has flourished. His passion, curiosity and tenacity inspire us daily, whether he’s working with the gardeners and farmers to shape each menu from what’s just been harvested, overseeing food for the Farm Shop, or championing the creativity of our chefs and bakers.

We’re so proud of this recognition and of the incredible team that makes Killruddery’s food what it is: vibrant, seasonal, and from the heart.

Join us in congratulating Niall and come taste the reason we’re all celebrating.
- Grain Store Lunch (Fri–Sun)
- Seasonal Suppers (2025 availability booking now)
- Wood-Fired Pizza (Wed–Sun)
- Farm Shop + Café (7 days)
- Numerous Private Hire + Wedding Banquets all year round.

THANK YOU, BRAY LIONS!A huge thank you to our wonderful Charity Partners, the Bray Lions Club, for bringing such warmth ...
04/11/2025

THANK YOU, BRAY LIONS!

A huge thank you to our wonderful Charity Partners, the Bray Lions Club, for bringing such warmth and community spirit to “Boo Halloween” our Harvest Fête Weekend.
From pumpkin carving to friendly welcomes and seasonal fun, the Lions filled Killruddery Yard with smiles and generosity and together, they raised an incredible €4,000 in support of Childhood Cancer Ireland.

We’re so grateful for their ongoing partnership, for all who contributed, and for the chance to share our celebrations in service of such an important cause.


Oíche Shamhna shona daoibh and here’s to connection + creativity in every season. 🎃💛
📸 James Carvill

WREATH MAKING WORKSHOPOne of Killruddery’s most loved seasonal traditions returns! Join Fionnuala Brabazon and Hanka Miz...
03/11/2025

WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP

One of Killruddery’s most loved seasonal traditions returns! Join Fionnuala Brabazon and Hanka Miziova for a morning of creativity, foliage and festive spirit. 🌿

We’ll gather greenery from our gardens and woodland, sip mulled wine + mince pies, and make wreaths to bring the scent and texture of a Killruddery Christmas home. 🌲

Weather permitting, we’ll wander through the winter gardens — and why not make a day of it with lunch in The Grain Store?

Limited places — link in bio to book

Thank you Dave .bord for capturing wreathmaking Joy!

YES — the Gardens close today! But we’re still picking the last of our summer tomatoes, find them on today’s menu in The...
02/11/2025

YES — the Gardens close today!

But we’re still picking the last of our summer tomatoes, find them on today’s menu in The Grain Store.

Book in for lunch (link in bio!) and finish with our chocolate mousse, guaranteed to chase the autumn winds right out of your bones.

Happy November! Come often, we love to see you. 💚

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01/11/2025

FLOWERS FOR LOVE – Part 2
Pale + Clear
Killruddery Cut Flowers was founded by Fionnuala Brabazon in 2019, who continues to root and dig deep (literally) for its success and it takes a village of Gardens, advisors, visiting florists and helping hands and we are proud of what our team have achieved this year!

📸 / Styling Hanka Miziova

01/11/2025

FLOWERS FOR LOVE - Part 1
Bold + Bright
This year, Killruddery Cut Flowers created floral designs for 25 weddings, each one unique, grown from our gardens and gathered for joy. Led by florist Hanka Miziova, we create bespoke designs that capture the spirit of a couples wedding day. Using seasonal blooms grown in our gardens, we bring elegant styling and joyful arrangements to life, crafting each detail with artistry, sustainability and love, celebrating nature and each couples story.

📷/ Styling Hanka Miziova

GARDENS OPEN THIS WEEKENDOur Garden Open Season usually runs from April to October, but we love to make the most of the ...
01/11/2025

GARDENS OPEN THIS WEEKEND
Our Garden Open Season usually runs from April to October, but we love to make the most of the Mid-Term Break!
This weekend (Saturday + Sunday), we’re opening the Gardens one last time before they rest for winter. Stroll through golden avenues, enjoy the stillness of the season and see the year’s final blooms.
Remember: Killruddery Yard remains open daily all year round, with our Farm Shop + Cafe, Pizza Shed and Grain Store serving the best of the season. Members can also enjoy walks along our Farm Roads throughout the winter.
We hope you’ll Winter-Well with us at Killruddery.

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Southern Cross, Co.
Bray
WICKLOW

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