Create your own coaster workshop
Spend 90 minutes at Ardgillan Castle crafting two colorful mosaic coasters—no experience needed, all materials supplied, tickets €35. A compact, beginner-friendly session that makes a tactile, take-home souvenir of your visit to County Dublin.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Low physical demand; able to stand and bend briefly is helpful
Wildlife
History
Ardgillan Castle is a local heritage site set in public parkland that draws residents and visitors for gardens, walks, and events.
Conservation
Use of durable materials and careful disposal of excess grout helps minimize workshop waste; please follow site rules and leave the grounds as you found them.
Ardgillan Castle Ltd
Create your own coaster workshop
Ardgillan Castle Ltd, based in County Dublin, manages Ardgillan Castle and its surrounding demesne as a public historic site and events venue. The company offers a range of visitor experiences that showcase the estate's 18th‑century architecture and local heritage.
Visitors can take the Ardgillan Castle Self Guided Tour to explore rooms associated with the Taylor family from 1738 to 1962, with a focused 30‑minute route and free tours for seniors on the first Wednesday of each month. Family-friendly workshops include Create Your Own Castle for children aged eight and up and a Weaving Workshop for Kids that combines storytelling with hands‑on weaving projects. Live cultural programming includes Trad Music in the Drawing Room, featuring performers Eoin, Molly, and Roisin on Uilleann pipes, tin whistle, Trad flute, and concertina. Garden experiences are led by head gardener Dominica McKevitt, who presents seasonal Garden Tours and Guided Garden Tours across the demesne. Ardgillan Castle Ltd emphasizes accurate interpretation and visitor safety, using trained guides and documented historical research. Facilities support accessibility, family visits, and school groups, and programming spans history, horticulture, craft, and music. As a steward of a recognised historic estate in County Dublin, Ardgillan Castle Ltd works with local partners to preserve the mansion, gardens, and community access. Clear schedules, published tour descriptions, and named event leaders provide transparency that visitors can rely on when planning a visit. Tickets and event details are published on official channels and seasonal schedules are regularly updated to reflect garden blooms and program changes frequently.
Tours Offered
6
Varied historic and garden experiences
Tour Length
30 minutes
Self guided castle tour duration
Family Workshops
Ages 8+
Hands-on kids activities
Live Music
Trad Sessions
Drawing Room performances
Book a self-guided tour, join a garden walk, or sign up for a kids workshop — check official schedules and event details before visiting.
Wear older clothes
Grout and adhesive can stain; bring a shirt or apron you don’t mind getting messy.
Protect finished pieces
Let grout cure fully before packing; bring a small tote or padded sleeve to transport coasters safely.
Arrive early to check in
Plan to be at Ardgillan Castle a few minutes before 3pm to settle in and pick materials.
Sketch a simple design beforehand
A quick idea on paper speeds the process and helps you avoid fiddly changes during the 90‑minute class.
Apron or old shirt
Protects clothing from grout and adhesive.
Small tote or padded folder
Carries finished coasters home without damage.
Notebook and pencil
Useful for sketching designs and jotting techniques taught in class.
Gloves (nitrile)
Protects hands if you have skin sensitivities to grout or adhesives.