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Ireland's Woodland Show

The format of the show will follow previous years, bringing opportunities to celebrate Irish trees and all things timber with the Celtic Chainsaw Carvers sculpting their creations during the show, woodland talks.

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Dates
Sat 29 Aug 2026 – Sun 30 Aug 2026
Where
Woodstock Gardens & Arboretum, Woodstock Arboretum, Inistioge, Kilkenny (Outdoors)Directions
Weather
Rain · 18°C
Cost
From €10
Ages
Suitable for families; no specific age range is stated
Phone
+353851474000
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What to expect

The format of the show will follow previous years, bringing opportunities to celebrate Irish trees and all things timber with the Celtic Chainsaw Carvers sculpting their creations during the show, woodland talks, information stands, machinery and equipment displays, mobile saw demonstrations, exhibitions, artisan crafts, food stands and family activities.

Readers are advised to check with the organiser before relying on the details published here.

More information

Official information
Official website
Listed by
Fáilte Ireland Events

Categories

  • Festival

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Location

Woodstock Gardens & Arboretum, Woodstock Arboretum, Inistioge, Kilkenny

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