Activities at Kylemore
Kylemore is the ideal destination for a day out with something for all the family from nature trails to tree tracing, baby Donkeys, trainee gardening programs, traditional home cooked meals and history galore. Bring the kids to one of Ireland’s most romantic Castles and capture the essence of Kylemore.
Enjoy scenic walks along the beautiful Lakes of Pollacappul and Maladrolaun.
Discover woodland adventures, mountain hikes and garden hunts.
Unearth the amazing feats used to build Kylemore Abbey & Gardens.
Learn about Kylemore’s exciting and diverse history. Click here to read more.
Experience the fresh Connemara air whilst winding through the magical Victorian walled Garden.
Wonder if you will be lucky enough to spot the elusive bats that inhabit Kylemore’s Gothic Church.
Look out for our assortment of mammals from otters to foxes.
Try your hand at fishing on the un-crowded waters of Kylemore – contact Kylemore Fisheries for further information.
Listen to the sound of the numerous birds that make Kylemore their home.
Sample our homemade delights in the Restaurant after a day’s exploration. Click here for more.
Browse our Craft shop and Retail Centre and bring home a present to a loved one or a momento as a reminder of your wonderful visit to Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Gardens.
Contact us for more information on our events listed below.
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Choral Recitals
Choral Groups from all over the world travel to sing at the Gothic Church. All visitors are welcome to enjoy the wonderful acoustics of the Gothic Church during the choral recitals.
Click here to see our upcoming choral recitals.
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Art Exhibition – “Beyond the Walls of Kylemore”
Galway Artist, Sara Kyne has created a beautiful collection of oil paintings depicting life at Kylemore Abbey.
Click here for more details
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Landscape Painting Workshop
Five days of painting at the breathtaking tranquil venue of Kylemore Abbey. Step back in time and learn to paint and develop your own style. Ideal for those with a zest to paint outdoors.
Topics Covered:
- Composition & Design
- Tonal Studies
- Colour Mixing
- Brushwork
Date: Monday 16th – Friday 20th August 2010
Time: 10:00a.m. – 4:30pm daily (1 hour lunch break)
Cost: €300
For more information or to book a place please contact Sara Kyne
Phone: 091 556338
Website: www.sarakyne.net
Email: sarakyne@gmail.com
Accommodation may be provided. Please contact Sara Kyne for more details.
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Creative Writing Retreat at Kylemore Abbey
Course Title: Writing to the Source
Date: 8th - 11th October 2010
Venue – Kylemore Abbey
Facilitators – Mary Madec & Mo Ryan
Course Description:
This retreat uses writing to gently explore your inner life in a setting which brings you into contact with nature as you look to the mountains or stand still by the lakes. Discover an art form which can give voice to your own unique experience and creativity. We will keep you fully engaged in the creative process from beginning to end but don’t worry! There will be opportunities every day to get yourself into that creative space, as we help you to access the power of your imagination and the significance of your experience in your memories; and there will be enjoyable moments reading each other’s work. We will use a variety of texts from authors who have gone with courage and compassion into their own hearts. You will go away refreshed and renewed with new insights and enthusiasm for your own journey.
Duration: 5 days
Price: €225 - Meals and accommodation included.
This course will suit beginners or experienced writers, all that is required is a pen and open heart!
Participants should bring a pen (we'll provide the paper!) rain gear, and walking shoes.
For more information or to book a place please contact Mary Madec by email marymadec@gmail.com
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