Ballinakill, Laois

Heywood Gardens

The eighteenth-century romantic landscape consists of gardens, lakes, woodland, and architectural features. It was transferred to State ownership in November 1993 from the Salesian Fathers who had taken care of it since 1941. The formal Gardens form the center-piece of the property and were designed by the famous architect, Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869-1944) and probably landscaped by Gertrude Jekyll (1843-1932). As this site is managed by the OPW, school tour visits are permitted free of charge provided certain conditions are met.

Opening Hours

Monday: 8.30am to 7.00pm
Tuesday: 8.30am to 7.00pm
Wednesday: 8.30am to 7.00pm
Thursday: 8.30am to 7.00pm
Friday: 8.30am to 7.00pm
Saturday: 8.30am to 7.00pm
Sunday: 8.30am to 7.00pm

Prices

FREE We don't charge students. Entrance is free!

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Further Info

heywoodgardens@opw.ie
087 2202686
heritageireland.ie
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