Description
Surrounded by lush parkland and thick woodland with Benaughlin mountain rising in the background, Florence Court enjoys a majestic countryside setting in West Fermanagh. There is something for everyone to enjoy at this extensive and welcoming place. On a guided tour of the Georgian mansion you can hear stories about the Cole family and their staff, who lived here for over 250 years. Outdoors take a gentle walk or long cycle along 10 miles of trails in the adjoining forest park and see fascinating industrial heritage features, including the water-powered sawmill and blacksmith's forge. The gardens are home to the mother of all Irish yew trees, as well as the kitchen garden which is being restored to its 1930s character.
If you are looking for Best Stately Homes and Gardens in Enniskillen , County Fermanagh then you can visit Florence Court. Florence Court is one of the places in Enniskillen County Fermanagh for day out with kids and families. More details can be found on the website for this place.
Features
- Paid
- Host birthday parties: No
Features
On Site Parking
On Site Toilet
Mansion
A beautiful 18th century home, with self-sufficient demesne complete with gardens, parkland and woodland.
Kitchen Garden
An ongoing restoration project, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, is returning the Kitchen Garden to its 1930s glory days.
The original Irish Yew
Discover one of the most famous trees in Ireland. At 250 years old, this Taxus baccata ‘Fastigiata’ is the mother plant of every Irish Yew tree around the world.
Forge
On certain days of the year, visitors can enjoy blacksmithing demonstrations in the old Forge which made farming implements and horseshoes for the estate.
24.03 miles
