Discover more at Castle Coole
Find out when Castle Coole is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Group visits to Castle Coole
Castle Coole is the perfect place for your group outing. We've got everything you need for a great day out. Enjoy a tour of the house, relax in the Tallow House with refreshments after exploring the woodland estate.
Group visit information
Take a tour
Your group can enjoy an informative guided tour of the opulent 18th-century house. Let us know if your group has a specific interest and we can personalise your tour. Tours can be catered to cover different interests including architecture, Irish furniture, and even film-making.
Enjoy the grounds
A group ticket provides entrance to the house and the grounds. Make time to view more of the historic buildings on the estate including the 19th-century ice house. Castle Coole is very gently landscaped as a 'Mansion in a Meadow' so there are short walks to suit a range of interests and abilities.
Treat yourself
Stay and enjoy refreshments during your visit. We serve a range of food including sandwiches, scones and cakes. A variety of hot and cold drinks are also available.
The Tallow House tea-room is open the same hours as the house, but if you're coming out of hours we can open it for you. Please let us know if your group would like to use the tea-room and we can make all the arrangements for you.
Free familiarisation visits for group leaders
If you're planning a group visit you can request our free Travel Trade Pass and you and a friend or colleague will gain free entry to over 300 of our places throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland for 12 months. There’s nothing quite like seeing or experiencing somewhere for yourself to help you plan a successful visit. To receive your pass, call 0344 249 1895 or email us at traveltrade@nationaltrust.org.uk
Further information
• Group tours have a minimum group size of 15 people.
• Out of hours tours are available on request.
• Check our opening times to find out if we're open on the day of your planned visit.
• Tallow-House Tearoom must be booked in advance of arrival for catering options.
How to book
Please contact us to book your tour or to find out more information.
Email the team: castlecoole@nationaltrust.org.uk
Or phone us on: 028 6634 8249
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Things to do in Castle Coole's house
Step inside one of the finest neo-classical houses in Ireland, experience the ornate interiors and explore the extensive servant’s’ world below stairs.
Exploring the estate at Castle Coole
Stride out on a walk through the woodland park, stroll beside the lake or join a guided tour to discover a historic landscape.
Eating at Castle Coole
Tuck into a seasonal menu of hot lunches, sandwiches, teas, coffees, cakes and bakes in the historic Tallow House Tea-room at Castle Coole.
Education Group Access Pass
If you’re planning educational group visits to National Trust places, then you could benefit from an Education Group Access Pass, which gives you free admission for a year.
Explorer Pass
If you’re planning a trip in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, our Explorer Pass gives you entry to most of the places in our care, plus free parking in our car parks.
Group visits frequently asked questions
Visiting a National Trust place with a group? Then our answers to your frequently asked questions might help with any question you may have.
