Join us for a talk on the life and career of Adam Loftus (d.1605) who in 1583  commissioned Rathfarnham Castle as his private residence. Covering his origins in Yorkshire, his arrival in Ireland in 1560 and rise to some of the most important positions in the Kingdom (he would ultimately become the Archbishop of Armagh, […]

Join us for a children's craft workshop where we learn to make an Elizabethan ruff and craft a Tudor rose badge. Suitable for children aged 8 - 12 years. This event is free  but booking essential as places are limited. Call 01 493 9462 or email us at rathfarnhamcastle@opw.ie. Please note children attending this event […]

Join us for a presentation focusing on the architecture, symbolism and function of the Gilt Room at Rathfarnham Castle, a gem-like room based on Roman and Greek classical architecture designed by James 'Athenian' Stuart. This event is free, but booking is essential as places are limited. Call 01 493 9462 or email us at rathfarnhamcastle@opw.ie […]

A themed tour of Rathfarnham Castle focusing on the dining and drinking habits of the 18th century élite in Ireland. Drawing on menus and written accounts from the period, together with archaeological evidence uncovered in the Castle, the tour will consider what might have been on the menu at the table of Henry and Frances […]

A themed tour of Rathfarnham Castle focusing on the dining and drinking habits of the 18th century élite in Ireland. Drawing on menus and written accounts from the period, together with archaeological evidence uncovered in the Castle, the tour will consider what might have been on the menu at the table of Henry and Frances […]

A themed tour of Rathfarnham Castle focusing on the dining and drinking habits of the 18th century élite in Ireland. Drawing on menus and written accounts from the period, together with archaeological evidence uncovered in the Castle, the tour will consider what might have been on the menu at the table of Henry and Frances […]