Florence Court

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Located around eight miles from Enniskillen, Florence Court is one of the most beautiful Georgian houses in Ulster, nestled against the wild mountain backdrop of Benaughlin and the Cuilcagh Mountains. The house and demense, formerly the home of the Earls of Enniskillen (Cole Family) is one of the most important Georgian Houses (18th century) in Ireland, and holds a fascinating collection of Irish Furniture and some of the best Rococo plasterwork in Ireland. You can enjoy glorious walks around the grounds which include a pretty walled garden, holiday cottage, sawmill and ice-house. In the gardens you will find the famous Florence Court Yew - reputedly the 'parent' of all Irish yew trees. 'Living History Tours' provide an entertaining insight into 1920s Florence Court and there is also a children’s playground and picnic area. Florence Court Forest Park also provides visitors with access to 15 km of trails which have easy-to-understand signage. The trails suit a variety of abilities and there is also a bridle trail for horse riders. Bikes are available to hire from the Visitor Centre for half or full day hire. Opening Times * House, tea-room and visitor centre 5 Mar-10 Apr 11 - 5 Saturday & Sunday. 15 Apr-24 Apr 11 - 5 Daily 25 Apr-31 May 11 - 5 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs, Sat, Sun 1 Jun-31 Aug 11 - 5 Daily 1 Sep-1 Oct 11 - 5 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs, Sat, Sun 8 Oct-23 Oct 11 - 5 Saturday & Sunday 24 Oct-31 Oct 11 - 5 Daily 5 Nov-31 Dec* 11 - 4 Saturday & Sunday Gardens & Park 1 Jan-28 Feb 10 - 4 Daily 1 Mar-1 Nov 10 - 6 Daily 2 Nov-31 Dec 10 - 4 Daily House: admission by guided tour (last tour one hour before closing). *House and tea-room: closed November and December. Open Bank Holiday Mondays and all other public holidays in Northern Ireland. Grounds closed 25 December.

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