Meet the Gardener

Every Saturday morning, guests are invited to gather at Reception at 11am to meet Tommy Falsey, Head Gardener, and Tommy will bring you on a relaxed walk exploring this charming Georgian Walled Garden of Butler House, the historic dower house of Kilkenny Castle home to Lady Eleanor Butler.

The garden was imaginatively restored to its former glory in 1999 and is on a continuous programme of rejuvenation now since 2023 under the direction from Robert Miller of Altamont Walled Garden, Ballon. Learn more about the history of the garden and plans to showcase seasonal planting, bringing year round interest to the garden. Hear Tommy’s insights and experience of working in this garden and tales of times past.

Both Butler House & Garden and Kilkenny Castle Yard are managed by Kilkenny Civic Trust, a not for profit organisation, whose mission is to protect, enhance and promote these heritage sites in Kilkenny with a view to creating living heritage for visitors to the properties under their care.  

Please note: These complimentary tours are exclusively for guests staying at Butler House & Garden. We’re delighted to offer these unique experiences as part of your stay with us.

For more information, please contact Reception, Butler House on 056 7722828 or email res@butler.ie