Larchill

#945 among destinations in Ireland

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Larchill is the most complete surviving ferme ornée in Europe and the site of multiple follies. The main component of Larchill Demesne, it was created in the mid-18th century, and restored in the mid-1990s. It lies in the townland of Phepotstown near Kilcock, County Kildare, Ireland. ()

Elevation: 348 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 53°26'19"N, 6°39'23"W

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Larchill – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Science Museum, Maynooth Castle, Conolly's Folly, Royal Canal Greenway.

4.8 miSE
Science museum, Museum
National Science Museum, Maynooth
123 min walk • The National Science and Ecclesiology Museum at Maynooth is a science museum and museum of ecclesiology, located on the joint campus of St Patrick's College, Maynooth and Maynooth University, Ireland. It is an institution of the college, having begun as an ecclesiological museum.
4.7 miSE
Ruins, Historical place, Historic walking areas
Maynooth Castle, Maynooth
121 min walk • Maynooth Castle is a ruined 12th century castle in Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland which stands at the entrance to the South Campus of Maynooth University.
6.2 miSE
Obelisk
Conolly's Folly
159 min walk • The Conolly Folly, a.k.a. The Obelisk, is an obelisk structure and National Monument located between Leixlip and Maynooth in County Kildare, Ireland.
5 miSE
Hiking, Hiking trail
Royal Canal Greenway, Maynooth
127 min walk • The Royal Canal Greenway is a greenway, in Ireland, which will become part of the western section of EuroVelo EV2, and the Dublin-Galway Greenway. Since its official opening in March 2021, it is the longest greenway in Ireland.
7.1 miNE
Archaeological site, Church
St. Seachnall's Church, Dunshaughlin
181 min walk • St. Seachnall's Church is a medieval church and National Monument in County Meath, Ireland.
4.7 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Aula Maxima, Maynooth
120 min walk • Aula Maxima, officially the McMahon Hall, is a theatre building in Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland. It was built in 1893. Aula Maxima comes from Latin, meaning Great Hall. The building is also known simply as "The Aula".
4.3 miSE
Cemetery
Laraghbryan
110 min walk • Laraghbryan is the site of an old monastic settlement, cemetery and ruined church, 1 kilometre west of Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland. It is the site of a graveyard which is in use by the Roman Catholic Parish of Maynooth.
4.7 miSE
Universities and schools
St Patrick's College, Maynooth
121 min walk • St Patrick's College, Maynooth, is the "National Seminary for Ireland", and a pontifical university, located in the town of Maynooth, 24 km from Dublin, Ireland. The college and seminary are often referred to as Maynooth College.
6.1 miNW
Forts and castles
Dangan Castle
155 min walk • Dangan Castle is a former stately home in County Meath, Ireland, which is now in a state of ruin. It is situated by Dangan Church on the Trim Road. The castle is the former seat of the Wesley family and is located outside the village of Summerhill. It was the childhood home of Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington.
2.7 miS
Town
Kilcock
70 min walk • One of the must-see attractions in Kilcock is the historic D'Arcy's Castle, a 15th-century tower house that stands as a testament to the town's medieval past. Visitors can explore the castle grounds and learn about its fascinating history, making it a great stop for...