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Discover the fascinating & romantic history of the Manor House with our self-guided audio tour.
Enjoy all the romance of the Adare Manor Estate from a Horse Drawn Carriage.
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The most memorable way to experience the grounds of Adare Manor is aboard a horse drawn carriage. Taking place across the magnificent 840-acre estate, this private 45-minute journey offers a relaxing opportunity to appreciate the landscape, heritage and remarkable beauty of Adare Manor.
Accompanied by a knowledgeable, personal guide, guests travel through the estate while discovering its historic landmarks and hearing stories of the people and events that have shaped Adare Manor over the centuries. There are also opportunities to pause at particularly scenic locations and capture the beauty of the estate.
For those who wish to explore at a gentler pace, the grounds can also be enjoyed on foot or on a bicycle, allowing guests to take in the gardens, woodland and architecture at leisure.
The historical audio tour offers an exceptional introduction to the rich history of Adare Manor, combining a tour of the manor house and gardens with insights into the extraordinary heritage of the estate.
Through the audio guide, guests can discover the story behind the manor house, its architecture and gardens, as well as the history of the Earls of Dunraven and their families. This tour offers a relaxing way to gain further insight into the creation of Adare Manor and the remarkable 30-year undertaking behind its construction.
Additionally, a dedicated children’s audio guide for ages 6 to 12 ensures younger guests can discover the history of Adare Manor alongside you in an engaging, fun and accessible way.
Alternatively, the horse drawn carriage tour offers a more leisurely perspective on the estate’s history. As the carriage travels through the grounds, a personal guide brings centuries of local and estate history to life, from the Norman invasions and local rebellions to the Dunraven era and Adare Manor today.
Finally, on particularly wet-weather days, or for those who prefer a more relaxed way to discover the estate’s history, The Cinema, our luxury movie theatre located within the manor house, screens a History of Adare Manor film throughout the day. This short film offers an engaging introduction to the manor’s fascinating history and heritage.
For families, exploring Adare Manor is an opportunity to discover its history and natural beauty together, with experiences designed to appeal to guests of all ages.
For multigenerational groups and those seeking a comfortable and leisurely experience, the horse drawn carriage tour offers a wonderful way to discover the wider estate together. The 45-minute journey through the 840-acre grounds combines beautiful scenery with engaging stories from a personal guide, with several opportunities to stop and take photographs along the way.
The historical tour is also well suited to families with slightly older children. Whilst you immerse yourself into the history of the estate, children aged 6 to 12 can accompany you with a dedicated children’s audio guide. This is a phenomenal way for the entire family to discover the manor house, gardens and fascinating stories of the estate at their own pace.
Ireland’s weather is wonderfully unpredictable, but it need not prevent guests from experiencing the beauty of Adare Manor.
The horse drawn carriage provides an elegant and comfortable way to explore the estate whatever the weather. The carriage is fully weatherproofed and thoughtfully appointed with cosy Irish lambswool blankets, allowing guests to remain warm and comfortable while taking in the surrounding landscape.
For an added touch of indulgence, guests may pre-order refreshments before their journey, including champagne or a warming Irish Coffee. There will also be an opportunity to stop by the charming Harry Lowes cottage for a deliciously rich cup of hot chocolate.
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For mixed groups including both adults and children, the horse drawn carriage can accommodate up to eight guests at one time. However, for an adult-only group the recommendation is a maximum of six guests at a time for the most comfortable and enjoyable experience.
The private 45-minute experience offers an intimate way to discover the Adare Manor estate, accompanied by a personal guide who shares the stories, history and heritage of the estate throughout the journey. We encourage to pre-book this experience before your stay to ensure availability.
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