Newbridge House & Farm

Donabate, Dublin Check the official website Suits all ages

Newbridge House & Farm, Donabate, Dublin

Family practicalities

  • Pram-friendly (likely)
  • Baby changing (likely)
  • Step-free access (likely)
  • Café on site
  • Toilets (likely)

Families can explore an 18th-century Georgian house with period furniture and a Museum of Curiosities. There is also a working farm with animals like ponies, piglets, and goats, and seasonal events.

Built in 1747 for Archbishop Charles Cobbe by architect James Gibbs, Newbridge House is a remarkable example of Georgian elegance and historical continuity. It opened to the public in 1986. The interior showcases collections of period furniture and artwork, while the Museum of Curiosities offers a glimpse into 18th century life.

Newbridge House & Farm also host lively seasonal events, from Halloween and Christmas celebrations to the Flavours of Fingal Fair. The working farm provides a delightful experience for all ages, with ponies, piglets, goats and more. Newbridge House & Farm is just 30 minutes from Dublin City centre or a short walk from Donabate train station.

The details

Address
Hearse Rd, Newbridge Demesne, Donabate, Dublin
Cost
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Indoors or out
Both indoors and out
Booking
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