Norman Darlo
Although Johnstown Castle was rebuilt in the 19th century, the estate dates back to the 1170s when one of the first Norman families to settle in Ireland, the Esmondes, set up house on the site. The spectacular ornamental grounds and gardens surrounding the castle were designed by Daniel Robertson who is famed for the gardens at Powerscourt in Wicklow (see my Powerscourt post here).
Our visit coincided with a display of horticultural and floral art spread out around the extensive castle gardens. Come with us as we visit several of the exhibits and enjoy the expansive grounds and gardens!
Shared on Facebook 10/7/17
Such bright and cheery displays… and I especially love the mixed wildflowers garden! Very pretty!! Wonderful coverage of the castle and fair! 🙂
Thank you, AC. You are always so encouraging ?
Beautiful place!So relaxing!
Thank you, Carmen 🙂
You have a lovely wife.
Loved the castle throughout the trees.
Thank you very much! I’ll tell the missus now 🙂
What an amazing place and I do enjoy my visit here with your beautiful photos!
Thank you for your support, Icy 🙂
Fantastic place!
Thanks, Ellie!
These are beautiful pictures
Thank you, Pamela 🙂
In one word. Amazing.
Thanks, Deep!
Beautiful Castle, thank you for taking us on this journey!
Very happy to have your company! Glad you enjoyed 🙂
Wonderful. A very nice park to visit. Thank you for sharing your wife’s video.
Many thanks. I’m happy you enjoyed it!
Great post and I love the video. What a beautiful wife!
Thank you, Gina! I’ll be sure to pass on your remark to herself 🙂
Oh my goodness. wow.. What a spectacular journey! I love all the photos.
Thanks so much, Kim!