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One of Ireland’s Top Visitor Attractions & Working Thoroughbred Stud Farm 🐎🇮🇪

Home to the Irish Racehorse Experience, Japanese Gardens, and St.
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Fiachra’s Wild Irish Gardens

| Open 7 days |📍Kildare | Located in the beating heart of Ireland’s thoroughbred county, County Kildare, the Irish National Stud & Gardens is one of Ireland’s true treasures. Beginning in the early 1900s, the stud has produced some of the finest racehorses in Europe and to this day, it is still one of the top breeding farms. The Irish National Stud & Gardens is one o

f the only thoroughbred breeding farms open to the public. Its unique history and beauty are admired by visitors from around the globe. Just 40 minutes outside of Dublin, the stud farm is the home of equine royalty. Visitors can view immaculately bred stallions and admire protective mares alongside their frolicking foals. There is also an opportunity to meet retired equine racing stars like Faugheen, Hurricane Fly and Beef or Salmon on the stud’s ‘Living Legend's’ team. A visit to the stud’s new interactive centre, ‘The Irish Racehorse Experience’ truly brings to life the worlds of these magnificent animals. The Irish National Stud & Gardens is also home to two remarkable gardens: the Japanese Gardens and St Fiachras Garden. Beautifully set on 850 acres of green rolling hills, the Irish National Stud & Gardens real gift is that it offers an opportunity to become truly immersed within the heart of nature.

01/09/2026

🍂 Autumn & Winter Opening Hours 🍂

Please note: Tourism and Stud opening hours differ - for Stud enquiries, call 045 521251 📞

♦️From Monday 31st August ➡️ first change of hours
♦️From Monday 28th September ➡️ second change of hours
♦️We will be closed for the season from Monday 2nd November

Season members access after November 1st will be shared in our newsletter. Tourism will remain closed until the end of January.

We’re looking forward to welcoming you over the next 2 months - be sure to plan your visit soon before we close! 🍁🐎

29/08/2026

✨Irish National Stud to shine like never before✨

This November & December, St. Fiachra’s Garden will be transformed after dark as Land of Light brings a spectacular illuminated trail to the Irish National Stud & Gardens. ⭐️

Expect dazzling light displays, cutting-edge lasers, larger-than-life installations and plenty of magic moments along the way. 💫

Whether you’re planning a family evening, a winter date night or simply looking for something unforgettable to do, Land of Light is set to make this winter one to remember. ✨

📍Irish National Stud & Gardens
🗓️ Selected weekends in November & December

🎟️ Find out more, and book your tickets online at landoflight.ie

26/08/2026

🐾Happy National Dog Day!🐾

Did you know that your four-legged friends are welcome to join you for a day out at the Irish National Stud & Gardens? 🐶🌿

From exploring our beautiful grounds to enjoying a walk together, there’s plenty for both two-legged and four-legged visitors to enjoy! 💚

20/08/2026

A little behind-the-scenes look at an unforgettable visit! 🐎🎥

& joined us at the Irish National Stud & Gardens as part of the Unbridled On Tour series.

Here’s a glimpse at what went on behind the scenes during their time at the Stud. 👀

19/08/2026

🔈‼️Applications are now open for the 2027 Thoroughbred Breeding Management Course ‼️🔈

Read what our students have to say about their experience on the 2026 course 🙌

🗓️Applications close Thursday 1st October - don’t miss your chance to be part of it

🔗 For more details, please visit IrishNationalStud.ie

#2027

18/08/2026

✨It’s National Heritage Week! ✨

The Irish National Stud & Gardens is steeped in heritage, history, and culture, and this Heritage Week we’re shining a spotlight on Owen’s Thatched Cottage, nestled along the roadside beside the stallion boxes.

Home to the Owen’s family throughout much of the 20th century, the cottage was last inhabited by John and Katie Owens. Following their passing, the building sadly fell into disrepair before being carefully restored in 2011 by Blackwood Architects with support from the Heritage Council. Last year, it underwent further renovation, returning to its former glory as a traditional Irish thatched cottage.

Once a common sight across the Irish countryside, thatched cottages played a central role in rural life. In the 1800s, almost half of Ireland’s population lived in homes like these. Today, the few that remain offer a fascinating glimpse into the past and help preserve the stories, traditions, and way of life of generations gone by.

📍Visit Owen’s Thatched Cottage during Heritage Week and take a step back in time

15/08/2026

Take a walk through St. Fiachra’s Garden 🌿🌳

Join us and explore every corner of this beautiful and peaceful garden at the Irish National Stud & Gardens. From the winding paths and the hidden spots along the way, there’s plenty to discover. 💚

Have you explored St. Fiachra’s Garden yet?

Address

Graí Náisiúnta Na HÉireann, Tully
Kildare
R51DD56

Telephone

+35345521617

Website

https://linktr.ee/irishnationalstud

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