Things To Do
St Fiachra’s Gardens & The Japanese Gardens
Located in Kildare, the Japanese Gardens and the newly opened St Fiachra’s garden provide a tranquil setting for the gardening enthusiasts. The Japanese Gardens are renowned internationally as the finest Japanese gardens in Europe.
Opened in 1999, St Fiachra’s Gardens seek to present the visitor with a landscape, which inspired the spirituality of the 6th and 7th centuries monastic movement in Ireland and are based on St. Fiachra’s love for nature & soil.
The National Stud
Situated alongside the Japanese Gardens, the world renowned National Stud is a must for all bloodstock followers. The Stud consists of 958 acres of land and there are 288 horses in the form of mares, foals and stallions.
http://www.irish-national-stud.ie
Golf
Located in closed proximity to Killashee House Hotel are the following world-renowned golf courses such as The K Club, The PGA, Carton House, The Curragh, Rathsallagh and Craddockstown.
Co Wicklow
The Garden County of Ireland is steeped in history and beauty. The scenic drive through Sally’s Gap lead you to the monastic settlement of Glendalough while Blessington lakes are a haven for water enthusiasts.
Car Racing
Mondello Park is situated in close proximity to Killashee House Hotel.
Racecourses
Whether you are a lover of flat racing, eventing or national hunt, Killashee is the ideal centre to explore both. Within close proximity you may choose from The Curragh, Naas, Punchestown Racecourses, and we bet you will have a day to remember.
Punchestown
The Home of Irish National Hunt racing since 1827 Punchestown Racecourse
is set amidst 450 acres of magnificent Irish countryside in the heart of
Ireland’s thoroughbred county. Today the state of the art facilities at
Punchestown play host to approximately eighteen race meetings annually as
well as numerous shows, concerts and events.
The undoubted highlight being the five day Irish National Hunt Festival
held at the end of April every year. Come racing to Punchestown and you will
experience the palpably vibrant atmosphere that is unique to Punchestown and
has captivated generations of Irish and international racegoers.
Kildare Shopping Village
Whether you’re looking for that exclusive must have or simply the reassurance of quality, Kildare Village has the biggest and brightest brands in fashion. Located just of the M7 Motorway & approximately 20 minutes from Killashee House Hotel.