The Events Committee of the RHSI organise a full and varied programme of events for members and guests. Some events must be pre-booked. Early booking is advisable and bookings are taken on a first come first served basis.
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Lectures take place on Wednesday evenings and during the winter months, on Saturdays afternoons. There is a fantastic range of prominent speakers from gardeners to designers and plant specialists from Ireland and abroad who share a wealth of experience and photographs.
Floral Art demonstrations also take place on Wednesday evenings. We have many well known floral artists from Ireland and occasionally from abroad who come and show us new and innovative ways of creating flower arrangements. Gala demonstrations organised at Christmas are always a sell-out and early booking is advisable.
Day tours are organised during the summer months and are extremely popular. The tours consist of visits to gardens of which many are not usually open to the general public, as well as visits to other well known gardens. Travel is by coach leaving from south Dublin but with the option to meet the coach along the route for country members is required.
Overnight tours in Ireland and abroad are arranged each year. These are also very popular and can be booked up very quickly.
All events are listed on the programme. At times a last minute opportunity for a special garden visit or lecture may arise and these are posted on the website and sent to members by email as soon as they become available.
Venues
Lectures and floral art demonstrations are usually held in Wesley House, Leeson Park, Dublin 4. Some lectures and seminars are held in the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin. Full details are listed under each event.
Non members are very welcome to join our events many of which must be pre-booked. Occasionally events will be restricted to members only.
For further information please contact Deborah Bailey at events@rhsi.ie
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Join us for a day of garden exploration and rich history, featuring a tour of RHSI Bellefield and the stunning Heywood Gardens, with insights from our expert guides.
Departure:
8:30 AM from Foxrock Church (Please arrive 10 minutes early)
First Stop: RHSI Bellefield
Start the day with a warm welcome at RHSI Bellefield, where you’ll enjoy tea or coffee on arrival.
Led by Paul Smyth, Head Gardener at Bellefield, you’ll take a guided tour of this beautiful garden. RHSI Bellefield, nestled in the tranquil surroundings of Shinrone, Co Offaly, is a hidden gem, known for its diverse plant collections and thoughtful design. Paul will share his expertise as you explore the lush grounds, learning about the unique plants and cultivation techniques that make Bellefield a standout garden.
Lunch at The Thatch, Crinkill
After a morning at Bellefield, we’ll head to The Thatch, a multi-award-winning bar and restaurant in the village of Crinkill, just 5 minutes from the heritage town of Birr.
The Thatch is a historic pub that has been in the same family for almost 200 years. Enjoy a delicious, hearty lunch with modern Irish cuisine, using the finest local ingredients, prepared by Executive Head Chef Tom Egan and his team.
Afternoon Visit to Heywood Gardens, Co Laois
In the afternoon, we’ll continue our journey to Heywood Gardens, one of Ireland’s most captivating garden destinations. Designed by the celebrated architect Sir Edwin Lutyens, with likely contributions from the renowned garden designer Gertrude Jekyll, Heywood Gardens offers a blend of stunning landscape design and dramatic views over seven counties.
You’ll be guided through the formal Lutyens gardens, including the grand terrace, sunken garden, and elongated pool with its grand central fountain. The peaceful atmosphere and beautiful design will transport you back in time as you learn about the estate’s history and the architectural elements that define it.
Return to Foxrock:
After an afternoon of garden exploration, we’ll depart Heywood Gardens,returning to Foxrock Church by 5:30 – 5:45 PM.
Cost: €95
Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to visit two stunning gardens with expert guidance in one day. Spaces are limited, so be sure to book your spot soon!
RHSI,
Laurelmere Cottage,
Marlay Park,
Grange Road,
Rathfarnham,
Dubin 16,
D16 H9T4,
Ireland.
Tel: +353 1 493 7154
Email: info@rhsi.ie
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