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THE eagerly anticipated preview opening of Killarney House and Gardens takes place on Sunday, April 3. This preview opening will afford locals the earliest opportunity to see first hand the on-going restoration and re-creation of the gardens, which has been funded by the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht and Fáilte Ireland. This will be the first chance for the public to get a glimpse of the newly restored grounds.

The inside of house itself will open a little later in the year but even at this early stage it is easy to see the tremendous potential that this development will bring to the town.

Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce, in association with Kerry County Council, cooperating with local management of the National Parks & Wildlife Service, are marking the event from 2pm-4pm with music, pageantry, activities and fun for all the family.

“All are welcome to come along and watch as a brand-new chapter in Killarney's history is revealed,” said Killarney Chamber president Kate O’Leary.

Kerry County Council is warmly welcoming the forthcoming opening of Killarney House and Gardens. The council has been hugely supportive of the refurbishment of the amenity and believes it will enhance what Killarney and Kerry has to offer to visitors to the area.

Killarney Municipal District manager Angela McAllen said the opening of Killarney House and Gardens is hugely significant for the town and the county as a whole.

The Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht has advised that the garden is opening at weekends from April 3. Planting works will be continuing in the garden for the next few weeks and a full opening will take place once this work is completed.

“Killarney House has undergone at €7m refurbishment and will function as a National Park Visitor Centre and an attraction in its own right. This will enhance the broader tourism product in Killarney by providing yet another attraction for tourists and locals alike,” said Angela McAllen.

Pictured above, the long terrace walk at Killarney House and Gardens. Part of this has been recreated and can be viewed on at the opening on April 3.

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