Johnstown Castle Garden Fair

Johnstown Castle Garden Fair – Sunday, 13th July 2025

Join us for the very first Johnstown Castle Garden Fair – a one-day celebration of gardening, plants, and nature’s beauty, set within the stunning grounds of Johnstown Castle Estate.

 

This exciting inaugural event brings together many of Ireland’s finest plant nurseries, inspiring guest speakers, local artisans, and delicious food offerings.

Just 10 minutes from Wexford Town.

With on-site parking and easy access, it’s the perfect day out. Come for the plants – stay for the beautiful gardens, lake walks, castle, Irish Agricultural Museum, and peaceful picnic spots.

The Garden Fair is more than just a plant sale – it’s the start of something special.

What to Expect

Plant Nurseries

  • Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens
  • Camolin Potting Shed
  • Coldblow Nursery
  • Individual Plant Nursery
  • Kildalton College Nursery
  • Kilmurry Nursery
  • Leaf and Petal
  • Railstown Plants
  • Rare Plants Ireland
  • Shady Plants Nursery
  • Síle Farm and Nursery

Garden Suppliers & Craft Stalls

  • Baurnafea Studio
  • Dee Brophy Decorative Antiques
  • Lynn Stringer – Botanical Artist
  • Sarah Largue
  • Rarebits by Robby Dunphy

Information Stalls

  • Wexford Flower & Garden Club

Guest Speakers & Garden Talks

  • 11:00 – 11:30 Geoff Stebbings – Demonstration on how to take cuttings correctly
  • 11:45 – 12:15 Michael White – Plant highlights from his time as Mount Congreve Garden Curator
  • 12:30 – 13:30 Mary Reynolds – Biodiversity
  • 13:45 Q&A Panel with Geoff Stebbings, Michael White, Mary Reynolds & Ciarán Fitzgerald

Tasty Treats

  • Eoghan’s Eats – Local food truck serving globally inspired bites, made with local ingredients
  • The Coffee Pot – Our brand-new coffee dock offering great coffee and sweet treats
  • The Crazy Vegetable – Vegan Food Truck 

 

Date: Sunday, 13th July 2025

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location: Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens, Wexford, Y35 HP22

 

Admission: Free for Irish Heritage Trust Members

Visitor Ticket Information

Irish Heritage Trust Members: Free admission, but event tickets must be booked in advance (at reception or on the day).

Non-Members: Tickets can be pre-booked online or purchased at reception on the day.

Note: Access to the Walled Garden requires a valid Garden Fair ticket.

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