A Guided Tour of Duckett's Grove
Sunday, 27th July 2025
Guided Tour of Duckett's Grove
Discover the home and gardens of the Duckett family, by taking a guided tour of the ruins, walled gardens and pleasure grounds. Led by Daniel McDaid, a guided tour here is a captivating and enthralling experience. Daniel’s passion and in-depth knowledge brings the history of Duckett’s Grove alive, making it an engaging adventure for visitors of all ages. His ability to convey the essence of the Duckett family legacy is truly captivating.
You can also pick up a free audio guide at the reception point within the courtyard to hear the stories and meet some of the characters that lived and worked here for 250 years before the disastrous fire of 1933 destroyed Duckett’s Grove. Hear from William Duckett, his wife Maria, her daughter Olive O’Grady, as well as Mr. Mitchell the steward along with Mr O’Brien, the head gardener. From all this, discover what life was like for the gentry and those they employed to work at Duckett’s Grove.
Duration of the tour 40-60 minutes.
Tea, coffee and pastries are served from the horse box trailer in Duckett’s Grove.
Times: 2p.m. and 4.30 p.m.
Admission: FREE
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Sunday, 27th July 2025
Guided Tour of Duckett's Grove
Discover the home and gardens of the Duckett family, by taking a guided tour of the ruins, walled gardens and pleasure grounds. Led by Daniel McDaid, a guided tour here is a captivating and enthralling experience. Daniel’s passion and in-depth knowledge brings the history of Duckett’s Grove alive, making it an engaging adventure for visitors of all ages. His ability to convey the essence of the Duckett family legacy is truly captivating.
You can also pick up a free audio guide at the reception point within the courtyard to hear the stories and meet some of the characters that lived and worked here for 250 years before the disastrous fire of 1933 destroyed Duckett’s Grove. Hear from William Duckett, his wife Maria, her daughter Olive O’Grady, as well as Mr. Mitchell the steward along with Mr O’Brien, the head gardener. From all this, discover what life was like for the gentry and those they employed to work at Duckett’s Grove.
Duration of the tour 40-60 minutes.
Tea, coffee and pastries are served from the horse box trailer in Duckett’s Grove.
Times: 2p.m. and 4.30 p.m.
Admission: FREE
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