Carlow Garden Festival 2025
The Carlow Garden Festival showcases Carlow’s outstanding collection of gardens, from historic estates to modern landscaped marvels, garden centres and forest parks all brimming with seasonal beauty. With workshops, guided tours and demonstrations, the festival offers practical tips and inspiration for gardeners of all levels.
The festival also features engaging talks by celebrity gardeners, focusing on topics such as sustainable gardening, plant care and landscape design. Many events are designed to inspire creativity and foster a deeper connection with nature.
Whether you’re an amateur or enthusiastic gardener, a nature lover, or simply seeking a relaxing day out, the Carlow Garden Festival provides the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of some of Ireland’s finest gardening spaces.
From the Rugby Pitch to the Garden: A Gardening Journey with Adam Frost and Irish rugby legend Peter O’Mahony
Adam Frost and Peter O’Mahony in conversation is set to be one of the standout events of the 2025 Carlow Garden Festival. This unique talk brings together renowned garden designer and presenter Adam Frost, best known from BBC Gardeners’ World and Ireland rugby international Peter O’Mahony, whose love for gardening is as vibrant as his career on the field.
Adam Frost, celebrated for his accessible approach to garden design, and Peter O’Mahony, a passionate gardening enthusiast, will share the stage to discuss the joy and challenges of cultivating garden spaces. Audiences can look forward to personal anecdotes, practical gardening advice and a glimpse into Peter’s favourite plants and projects.