Russborough House
Category: Families, Rainy Day, Culture, Sightseeing
Type: Castles, Historic Homes & Sites, Museums & Galleries, General Attractions
Blessington
Co Wicklow
Co Wicklow
Tel: +353 45 865 239
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Houses a wonderful collection of world class art and furnishings
Russborough House
Georgina Campbell
Russborough House is a palladian mansion built between 1740 and 1750 by Richard Castle that displays fine stucco ceilings by the Lafranchini brothers, marvellous plasterwork and a wonderful mahogany staircase and is often referred to as the most beautiful house in Ireland.
It has magnificent views of the Blessington Lakes and the Wicklow mountains beyond. There are so many things to admire on the tour from the beauty of the Lafranchini ceilings to a wonderful collection of world class art and furnishings.
There is also an interactive 3D exhibition that celebrates the Beits’ exquisite life in an extraordinary photographic collection using camera work and methods far in advance of their time.
While the maze which was planted in 1989 is yet another fascinating feature at Russborough.
It has magnificent views of the Blessington Lakes and the Wicklow mountains beyond. There are so many things to admire on the tour from the beauty of the Lafranchini ceilings to a wonderful collection of world class art and furnishings.
There is also an interactive 3D exhibition that celebrates the Beits’ exquisite life in an extraordinary photographic collection using camera work and methods far in advance of their time.
While the maze which was planted in 1989 is yet another fascinating feature at Russborough.
Opening Time:
Open April-end October. April & Oct: Sundays & Bank Holidays 10am-5pm; May-Sept: Daily 10am-5pm
Admission Charge:
House Tour €10; 3D Exhibition €7; House & 3D €12; Maze €3
Directions
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