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Wild Things at Ballyvolane House: A Guided Biodiversity Walk Through Gardens, Woods & Lakes
Justin Green will host a guided walk through the gardens, woods and estate at Ballyvolane House as part of National Biodiversity Week. The tour will explore the estate’s rich natural habitats, including woodlands, lakes, birdlife, pollinators, amphibians and Ballyvolane’s much-loved red squirrels.
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We are delighted to share that Ballyvolane House has been featured in The Sunday Times Ireland’s 100 Best Places to Stay 2026, appearing in the paper’s “10 Bells & Whistles” selection - a roundup celebrating standout stays where thoughtful extras, warm service and memorable details elevate the guest experience. The annual guide was published as part of The Sunday Times travel coverage of Ireland’s best hotels for 2026
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As spring begins to unfold, we are reopening after our usual winter hibernation and we are looking forward to the months ahead - in this dispatch we have availability for short stays (B&B) and private house rentals, a ‘save the date’ for Love Is A Stranger this summer in July, a note on Historic Houses of Ireland, and a reminder that Ballyvolane remains a wonderfully versatile setting for film and photo shoots.
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