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Avondale House & Forest Park

Avondale House, the birthplace and home of Charles Stewart Parnell (1846 - 1891) one of the greates political leaders of Irish history.

Set in a magnificent forest park of over 500 acres containing a continental garden style Arboretum. The exotic tree walk and river walk are just some of the walks to experience during your visit.

This beautiful Georgian house designed by James Wyatt and buil in 1777 contains fine original plasterwork and furniture belonging to the Parnell Family.



Situated
 One mile from the Village of Rathdrum L2149 off R752 .
Open
 Avondale House and Café
Saturday 11th April - 31st October 2009
Subject to change

Further information : 0404-46111
www.coillteoutdoors.ie
Admission
 Adults €6.50, Seniors/Students €6.00,
Family/Friends Save Ticket €20.00
Group rates available on request.
Facilities
 The Kitchen Café serves light lunches to tailored menus for groups. Wine/Beer licence. Guided tours of the house. Signposted Walks. Picnic benches. Children's Playarea. Two Orienteering courses. Large car/coach park. Toilets. Limited wheelchair access in some locations.
Contact
 Avondale House & Forest Park,
Rathdrum,
Co. Dublin

Tel: +353 404 46111Fax: +353 404 46333
Email: jean.costelloe@coillte.ie  
Web: www.coillteoutdoors.ie  
 

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