Mount Congreve Gardens – Herman Dool Tour & Garden Buggy Loop

Elmer Dool, a respected horticulturist, leads the ‘Herman Dool Guided Tour’ at Mount Congreve Gardens in honour of his father, Herman Dool. Herman Dool was Garden Director at Mount Congreve Gardens from the 1960s working alongside Ambrose Congreve to design and plant the gardens over forty years.

The gardens feature mass plantings of many varieties, creating stunning, colourful vistas year-round. Elmer Dool is proud to continue his father’s legacy by offering guests a chance to explore the gardens and learn about their history. In recognition of his achievements in horticulture, Mr Herman Dool was honoured with the Orange Order of Nassau by the Queen of The Netherlands, which is the equivalent of a British Knighthood. Elmer is delighted to take guests on this tour and to have the opportunity to walk in his father’s footsteps.

Duration: Approx. 2 hours

Price: €29.50 per person

Upcoming Tours: 29th June 2024, 7th July 2024, 13th July 2024

Garden Buggy Loop

Discover the beauty of Mount Congreve Gardens in an 8-seater golf buggy. Sit back, relax, and let an experienced driver take you through a 40-minute loop including the Woodlands and Herman Dool walk, providing a unique and enjoyable experience for you and your companions. Please note the max capacity of the buggy is 7 people plus the driver.

Suitable for those with reduced mobility

Tickets available Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday | 10:30am & 11:30 am