Malahide Castle Walk
This walk visits the 12th century Malahide Castle in the village of Malahide, near Dublin.
The castle is surrounded by 260 acres (1.1 km2) parkland and gardens with miles of fine walking trails to try. Highlights include the The Talbot Botanic Gardens, located just behind the castle, which span multiple hectares and feature a diverse array of plants and manicured lawns.
Included within the gardens is a 1.6-hectare walled garden and a collection of seven glasshouses, among which is a Victorian-era conservatory. The gardens are particularly noted for their collection of plants from the southern hemisphere, especially from Chile and Australia. These are a testament to the plant-collecting enthusiasm of the 7th Lord Talbot de Malahide, who was active in this pursuit during the mid-20th century.
To continue your walking in the area pick up the Malahide to Portmarnock Coastal Walk. There's some lovely beaches and lots of sea birds to look out for on the trail.
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Further Information and Other Local Ideas
To the north there's another popular coastal walk on the Skerries Beach Walk. There's nice beaches, island views, a pier and seals to look out for in the harbour of this attractive area. Near here there's also Balbriggan where you can visit the historic Ardgillan Castle. The 18th century country house is surrounded by a splendid 200-acre public park with beautiful gardens, sea views and miles of fine walking trails to try.
Also nearby there's the Donabate to Portrane Cliff Walk. You can pick this up just north of Malahide at the 19th century Martello Tower next to Donabate Beach.
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The gardens at Malahide Castle. The demesne is one of few surviving examples of 18th-century landscaped parks and has wide lawns surrounded by a protective belt of trees. It can be visited freely, with a number of entrances and car parking areas.
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