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A uniquely warm atmosphere pervades throughout the
gardens and grounds of Ballyvolane, created largely by the mixture
of mature deciduous trees, formal, semi-formal, walled and woodland
gardens, not to mention the wide variety of wildlife that thrive therein.
The gardens were originally laid out when the house was built in the
early 18th century by the Pyne Family. The planting of the trees on
the Estate was undertaken by Thomas Pennefeather, a cousin of the
Pynes, who came to stay for a fortnight and remained there for forty
years in the position of agent. He planted most of the mature deciduous
trees in the gardens and surrounding parkland, nurturing them in their
formative years and ensuring their lasting presence for the centuries
to come.
The gardens are open to the public during the summer and in
early June the bluebell-carpeted woodlands are at their most
spectacular.
Tours of Ireland's many spectacular gardens, including Ballyvolane,
are arranged by Irish
Garden Tours.
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