Mount Usher Gardens situated in the beautiful town of Ashford, Co. Wicklow and just a 30-minute drive from the Woodenbridge Hotel, is one of the top-rated garden attractions in Ireland. The Gardens extend to 22 acres and offer scenic walks, stunning views and winding paths that meander along the banks of the River Vartry. Created by four generations of the Walpole family beginning in 1868, Mount Usher is recognised at home and abroad as one of the earliest and finest examples of a ‘Robinsonian’ garden.
Mount Usher is home to an extensive collection of plants, including many rare and exotic species and is known for its magnificent display of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias and magnolias. It combines a champion collection of trees and shrubs with inspirational floral planting schemes and has an ever-changing panoply of colours and textures enhanced by wafting scents accompanying every season.
The gardens are situated along the banks of the picturesque River Vartry, which adds to the charm and tranquillity of the setting. As you explore the gardens, you will come across charming wooden bridges, nooks, and peaceful seating areas where you can pause and appreciated the beauty of the surroundings.
In addition to the beautifully landscaped gardens, Mount Usher offers a full menu of locally sourced ingredients in the Avoca Garden Café, as well as a shopping outlet in the nearby courtyard. Please click here for further information.
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Become a Wicklow ambassador by gathering Wicklow stamps for your Wicklow Passport while touring the Garden County. Passport available from the Hotel reception make sure not to forget your stamp!
