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Rowallane Garden

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Rowallane Gardens, Saintfield, County Down, BT24 7LH
Rowallane Garden

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Rowallane Garden is a special place for you to enjoy a great days out. It is one of the most beautiful gardens to visit in Northern Ireland and is often described as a hidden gem. A mix of formal and informal garden spaces are waiting to be explored. Journey through the garden and discover the secret worlds within our world apart.

Whatever the season there's always something new to see
Spring: Magnificent display of Rhododendrons, Azaleas, bulbs and herbaceous plants.
Summer: Stunning colour in walled garden (Hypericum, Viburnum, shrub roses);
Primulas, Meconopsis and ferns in Rock Garden Wood; wild flower meadows rich with orchids.
Autumn: Scarlet and gold tree foliage, many with berries attractive to wild birds
Winter: As other plants start to hibernate, a range of scented winter shrubs come to life.

• Garden retains natural landscape of surrounding area
• Dazzling variety of rare trees and shrubs from many parts of the world
• Spectacular azaleas and rhododendrons
• Notable natural Rock Garden Wood with Primulas, Meconopsis and shade loving plants
• Several areas managed as wildflower meadows
• Guided tours by arrangement

Visitor facilities –
Garden: Pottery: Refreshments: Guided tours: Suitable for picnics: Country walk: Programme of events: Access for visitors with disability: Facilities for families: Learning: Dogs welcome on leads in grounds/garden only.

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Facilities

Attraction Facilities

  • Gift Shop

Catering

  • Picnic Area
  • Tea-room/Cafe onsite

Children & Infants

  • Baby changing facilities

Establishment Features

  • Accept coach parties
  • Toilets

Leisure Facilities

  • Wifi

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Payment Methods

  • All major credit/debit cards accepted

Guide Prices

Please see website for up to date prices

Events

Saturday, 19th October 2024 - Sunday, 3rd November 2024

Halloween trail at Rowallane GardenThe Demon Head Gardener's Ghoulish Gathering: Halloween trail at Rowallane GardenStrange creatures have taken over Rowallane Garden—dare you walk the haunted trails this Halloween and face the nightmares that await? Join us from 19 October to 3 November everyday for a Halloween trail.
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Monday, 28th October 2024 - Monday, 28th October 2024

Halloween at Rowallane GardenToddler Sense Spooky Wooky Party at Rowallane GardenToddlers get ready to say 'How do you BOO!?' At our amazing Spooky Wooky halloween spectacular at Rowallane Garden, for toddlers aged 13 months 3 year olds.
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Road Directions

Directions from Town:Bus: Ulsterbus No. 15 between Belfast and Downpatrick, alight in Saintfield. Car: On A7, 1 mile from Saintfield on road to Downpatrick. Drive time: Belfast 25 minutes.

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