Discover more at Castle Coole
Find out when Castle Coole is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Visiting Castle Coole with family
Find out everything you need to know about visiting Castle Coole with kids. From playing outdoors and hiring tracker packs inftoormation on where you'll find baby-changing facilities and the tearoom.
What's on at Castle Coole?
National Lottery Open Week at Castle Coole
- Saturday 7, Sunday 8, Saturday 14, and Sunday 15 March
Say yes to nature, beauty, and history! As a thank you to National Lottery players for supporting our conservation work, we're offering free entry* during National Lottery Open Week.
*Terms and conditions apply
- Saturday 28 March, Saturday 11 April, and more
Under the expert guidance of Navar Willow, this series of hands-on workshops will teach traditional weaving techniques that create unique pieces to take home.
Visit our events page for the latest information on our upcoming events.
Walking trails
Castle Coole is a great place to come for a family walk. There are three routes to choose from.
- The Lake Walk is the easiest option, a lovely 1.1 mile route around Lough Coole.
- The Beech Trail is a short 0.5 mile path taking you into the woodland. This route has some inclines.
- Gortgonnell walk – when you’re on the Beech Trail, you’ll come to a junction where you can choose to follow the Gortgonnell path. This will add another 30 minutes to your walk compared to the Beech Trail.
Playground
There is a small play area beside the car park at Castle Coole, with picnic benches close by. The perfect place to stop and have a snack before exploring the estate.
Tracker packs
Tracker packs for kids are available to hire from Visitor Reception. They include kits for bug hunting, butterfly catching and pond dipping. We ask for a small refundable deposit when you hire a tracker pack.
*Tracker packs are available from March-October when Visitor Reception is open.
Tearoom
Finish your trip to Castle Coole with a warming treat at the Tallow House Tearoom, run by local Enniskillen business, Krazy Koffee. They have a fantastic selection of treats, sandwiches and paninis, and delicious coffee.
Planning your family visit
- Children must be supervised at all times as there are water features and uneven surfaces on site.
- Baby changing facilities are located in the disability access toilets in the Tunnel Yard in the building beside Visitor Reception.
- The tearoom is located in the Tunnel yard, through Visitor Reception. There is both indoor and outdoor seating.
- Picnic tables are located in the main visitor areas including beside the car park, in the playground or you’re welcome to bring a rug for a picnic on the front lawn.
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