Why we never Miss the Fun at Lismore Castle Opera

Lismore Castle

History: 

Built in 1185 by King John, the castle was originally owned by Sir Walter Raleigh, however it was passed to the Boyle's once he fell out with the queen. Eventually ended up with the Devonshires and more recently the Cavendishes.

View of the Castle from Top

                                         View of the Lismore Garden

                              View of the Spire from Lismore Gardens

Regarded as one of Ireland's best kept secrets, Lismore Castle Gardens spans over seven acres confined within castle's 17th century outer defensive walls. Featuring a wide variety of beautifully maintained plants and trees, with interest throughout the season, the garden is also home to a permanent sculpture collection.

Activities for Children at Lismore Castle Gardens:

1. Garden Sculpture Hunt - Arranged at no extra cost, challenging children to scout the garden from clues hidden in the artworks.
2. Garden Nature Trail - The nature trail will encourage children between the ages of 2 and 5 to interact with the gardens through a range of activities such as sketching, counting and collecting
3. The Riding House - Castle-made jams, chutneys & apple juice are for sale in the Riding House alongside selected plants and head gardener Darren Topps recommended garden reads.
4. Refreshments - Teas, coffees and light refreshments including regional ice cream are available in the LCA Gallery.

                              Lismore Castle on the way to Opera

Opera at Lismore Castle:

                        The orchestra of cosi fan tutti at lismore castle

                                      The Setting in the Stables of Lismore Opera House

The opera was conducted under the bright sun in the midst of stable horses of the castle grounds as in the old world. The open collapsible theater added a character to Mozart's Cos Fan Tutti being played. Powerful individual performances by Rachel Croash, Michelle Daly, Sandra Oman, Gavan Ring among many others. Will come back soon.

                                      The Star of the Show - The Horses :)

Tempting Offers at Lismore Castle

Handmade Jonathan Ackroyd Jewellery at Lismore Castle County Waterford

Lismore Castle County Waterford

History:

Built in 1185 by prince John, was first occupied by Lismore Abbey. Earl of Desmond possesed it after the Killing of Gerald GitzGerald in 1583. Lismore Castle was later owned by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1589, however it was passed down to the Boyle's once he fell out with the Queen. Eventually ended up with the Devonshires and currently the Cavendishes.

JONATHAN ACROYD JEWELLERY LISMORE:

The Jewellers to the Queen and family on Lismore High Street.

Store Opened by Jonathan and Alison who came to Ireland in 2002 after doing business in the UK for 30 years. Handmade pieces by Jonathan, and also second hand Jewelry from different parts of the world are obtained here.

Platinum mounted necklace set with a pear shaped ruby surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds suspended from a diamond set platinum chain.

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