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About the Gardens

The Japanese Gardens of Tully were created between the years 1906 and 1910. Devised by Colonel William Hallwalker, a wealthy Scotsman of a famous brewery family, the Gardens were laid out in their paths of beauty by the Japanese Eida and his son Minoru. Planned to symbolise the life of Man, the landscapes are now of international renown and are acclaimed as the finest Gardens in Europe.
The Irish National Stud Company was formed in 1945. Its primary aim was...

Route Description Following the gaudy signpost of the Kildare Way, cross the prominent Binn's Bridge in Roberstown (1) to reach the north side of the canal, thus leaving the main part of the village. Take the road beyond, continuing straight ahead along a narrow road beside the canal where the main road swings right. Just before Lowtown Marina, cross Fenton Bridge, pass around the Marina buildings (2) and cross the high footbridge beyond, where a signpost announces far off and exotic destinatio...