This quirky Cork Hobbit House and dinosaur fairy trail is about to reopen for summer
Get the snacks packed – it’s time for a road trip.
And if you’re looking for a cheap and cheerful little jaunt down west, there’s one quirky little spot that should be on your ‘must-visit’ list during the school holidays.
Nestled in Enniskean, West Cork, Glenview Gardens beckons you on a whimsical adventure through four glorious acres lovingly created over almost two decades by owners David and Mary Tanner.
Think sprawling landscapes, quirky characters, and just enough surprises to keep even the most jaded grown-up grinning – and they reopen on May 1st for the 2025 season.
View this post on Instagram
Picture this: a sunken white garden, an Italianate canal and a serene Japanese garden for some serious inner peace – it’s an ideal spot for some inspiration if you’re planning a little garden project of your own.
But Glenview Gardens is all about the little ones too. Their eyes will light up as they explore the fantastical Fairy Fort nestled in a birch mound, and embark on a fairy-house hunt through the whispering woods.
And that’s not all. Keep an eye out for a hobbit hole (because obvs!), plus a menagerie of delightful (and slightly unexpected) dinos, monkeys, and tigers scattered throughout the gardens.
Top it all off with a visit to the aviary, where a chorus of chirpy budgies, parakeets, and ducks will serenade you, and say hi to the pygmy goats.
The best bit? Adult tickets are just €7 and kids can ramble the grounds for the day for just €3. Pack a picnic and head down from Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm from May 1st on. You’ll find directions here.
