Mount Usher Gardens

Mount Usher gardens measure 20 acres. The Vartry River flows through it, passing over weirs and under several bridges, from where different views of the gardens can be enjoyed.

The presense of majestic, mature trees, among these Eucalyptus, Nothofagus, Oaks and Ecryphia are always impressive, especially when their glorious autumn colours begin to show. Mount Usher Gardens, with it's collection of approx. 5,000 different species of rare plants and trees, fascinates the professional plantsman, as well as nature-lovers, who appreciate it's informal design and atmosphere of peaces.

Situated	Ashford Viallage off main Dublin-Rosslare road (N11) 50 km South of Dublin: 115km North of Rosslare
Open	1 March - 31 October Dailly 10.30 - 17.30 Garden Cafe & Shopping Courtyard open all year.
Admission	Adults €7.00, OAPs/Students/Children €6.00, Group rates available (20+)
Facilities	Garden Cafe, Shopping Courtyard, Toilets, Parking , Limited access for Wheelchairs, Tea room. Guided Tours must be booked in advance (€50 per group extra)
Contact	Philomena O'Dowd, Mount Usher Gardens, Ashford, Co. Wicklow Tel: +353 404 40205 / 40116 Fax: +353 404 40205 Email:info@mountushergardens.ie Web Site:www.mountushergardens.ie