Ballymaloe Cookery School Gardens
The famous Ballymaloe Cookery School Gardens is situated in the middle of its own organic farm in Shanagarry, County Cork.
Plan your visit
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Family practicalities
- Café on site
What to expect
The famous Ballymaloe Cookery School Gardens is situated in the middle of its own organic farm in Shanagarry, County Cork. On the grounds, visitors can explore the Edwardian Cookery School Gardens, which are managed organically. There is an extensive modern herb garden laid out as a grand parterre, formal fruit garden, vegetable garden, herbaceous border and shell house of great charm, lawns, pools and temple.
These Edwardian gardens were also known as Kinoith House Gardens in the earlier days. Ballymaloe also offers gardening courses reflecting the philosophy of the gardens and school. The gardens include, The Water Garden, The Soft Fruit Garden, The Celtic Maze and Wildflower Meadow, Topiary and Shell House, The Old Pleasure Garden, The Herb Garden, Lydia's Garden, The Ornamental Fruit Garden and The Kitchen Potager.
The popular Garden Tours are conducted by their knowledgeable garden guides, and are an absolute must for anyone keen to learn about the history of the gardens, the variety of plants and flowers, what daily maintenance and seasonal planting entails and organic composting.
The Glasshouses are generally open Monday to Friday, and visitors are welcome to come in and look around as part of The Farm Walk.
More information
- Listed by
- Fáilte Ireland Attractions