Guided tours of the Fota House are available each day at 12 noon and 2pm. Tours can be booked in advance on this website or open to visitors on the day 10 minutes prior to the commencement time. Tours last approx. 50 minutes and tells the story on the Fota property, the Smith-Barry Family and the staff who worked across the estate.
Open daily 10:30 - 5pm. A wide range of giftware, jewelry, artisan foods and books are available.
Bakestone Café at Fota House is now open each day 10:30am - 5pm. Indoor Cafe is table service only (limited capacity) but takeaway food & beverages are served through an outside counter with outdoor benches adjacent.
Outdoor toilets are available past the Café area of Fota House
Please note that the Arboretum & Gardens are cared for by our site partners the OPW so please consult their website https://heritageireland.ie/visit/places-to-visit/fota-arboretum-and-gardens/ for the most up to date opening times.
Further information about the Fáilte Ireland Covid-19 Safety Charter is available at their website here. Fota House, Arboretum and Gardens is listed as a compliant organisation under the Irish Heritage Trust.
General Site Guidelines
Visitors are asked to be socially conscious and responsible while visiting Fota to ensure the maximum enjoyment for all.
More information available at HSE website
June 16th - Pride and Prejudice Outdoor Performance presented by Chapterhouse Theatre Company
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July 3rd - Cinderella Outdoor Theatre Performance presented by Chapterhouse Theatre Company
July 16th - Much Ado About Murder Outdoor Theatre Performance presented by Heartbreak Productions
Don your detective cap and join Heartbreak Productions for some super silliness this summer. Our original murder mystery will set five suspects under the spotlight, and we will depend on the audience to find answers.Who was lurking in the corridor carrying a candlestick? When did the third gunshot go off - before or after the very silly song? And probably most importantly why didn't you pack a larger picnic Answers to these and other equally important questions will only be uncovered as we make Much Ado About Murder
July 21st - Awful Auntie by David Walliams Outdoor Theatre Performance presented by Heartbreak Productions
Awful Auntie by David Walliams, adapted for the outdoor stage by Heartbreak Productions is a truly thrilling tale. Owls, ghosts, chases, escapes, motorcycle rides, and tiddlywinks all fill Stella's day as she evades her menacing Aunt and saves her family home. So, please join us at the dedication of the new playground at Saxby Hall and hear how it all came about.
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September 9th - 21st Century ABBA & Elton John Outdoor Performance presented by Chapterhouse Productions
Chapterhouse Productions presents an exhilarating evening of music from Abba & Elton John in the beautiful surroundings of Fota House & Gardens.
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Fota House is delighted to welcome visitors to its new wallpaper exhibition Patterns of History which is being hosted with the support of the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sports & Media, – Regional Museum Exhibition Scheme. The exhibition, curated by renowned wallpaper expert David Skinner, gives historic context to the evolution of wallpaper from the late 18th century and includes many examples of various textures and creative methods.
The exhibition is available to view on request - please call us on 021-4815543 to arrange a visit.
There's always something to do at Fota! A range of cultural events for all ages and interests take place throughout the season including garden, craft, seasonal and family events, evening concerts and seminars.
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Wedding of the Week: Couple's love of rally driving was central to wedding
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Ciara O'Donovan and Beau Roberts started their romance at The West Cork Rally in Clonakilty1 week ago
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Peter Dowdall: All roads lead to Fota for plant fans this weekend
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Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens at Fota Island, Carrigtwohill, Co Cork, hosts the Rare & Special Plant Fair this Sunday, May 8