Heritage Week events at Russborough

Events planned at Russborough House for National Heritage Week will provide a comprehensive background to all aspects of the historic estate, writes Brian Byrne. They will include landscape, architectural, and wildlife tours, all in the week's theme, Exploring Our Foundations.

On the opening day of NHW, 16 August, a Bird of Prey demonstration will begin at 1:30 pm. The expert team will detail the nesting habits, survival routes, and essential places in Ireland's natural heritage of different birds of prey. Meanwhile, throughout the day, there will be a drawing space in the Russborough cafe where guests can sketch their favourite views of the estate's parkland and architecture.

Head Gardener Damien Blackweir will lead a tour of the grounds on Tuesday, 19 August. It will include an explanation of how the house's setting was carefully considered to maximise the views of the surrounding countryside while ensuring the residence connected seamlessly with the parklands.

A specialist tour of the Palladian house will be available on Thursday, 21 August. This tour will celebrate the style and detail skills of artisan craftspeople. Though free, spaces are limited, and advance booking should be made by emailing events@russborough.ie.

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