Castle Coole: Ireland's Neo-Classical Masterpiece
Castle Coole stands as Ireland's finest neo-classical building, a perfectly proportioned mansion representing the pinnacle of 18th-century architectural achievement. Designed by James Wyatt for the 1st Earl of Belmore, built 1789-1797 using specially imported Portland stone.
State Rooms and Interiors
The State Rooms display decoration schemes unchanged since the Regency period. The Oval Saloon features perfect proportions and delicate plasterwork. The State Bedroom contains a magnificent bed created for George IV's planned visit.
The Greylag Goose Colony
Castle Coole's lough supports Ireland's only non-migratory flock of greylag geese, established here since the 1700s.
Parkland and Walks
The 700-acre parkland was designed by William King in the English landscape tradition.
Things To Do in Castle Coole
State Room Tours
Experience unchanged Regency interiors with original furniture and decorations.
Servants' Quarters
Explore below stairs to see how Georgian households functioned.
Greylag Goose Watching
Observe Ireland's only non-migratory greylag colony on the estate lough.
Parkland Walks
Multiple trails through designed landscape, specimen trees, and woodland.
Summer Theatre
Open-air productions on the south lawn (seasonal).
Christmas Tours
Special festive opening with period decorations.
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