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Ashford Castle

County Mayo, Ireland

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Discover the magic of the Ashford Estate

As Ireland's first and only Forbes Five Star Hotel and the former home of the Guinness family, Ashford Castle is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The hotel has reopened, we very much look forward to welcoming you back to the Ashford Estate.

Meet the flagbearers of traditional Irish culture

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The storyteller

Meet with Ireland’s foremost living seanachaí (storyteller) and gain an insight into Ireland’s oldest oral art-form. Travel the bi-roads and discover the ancient sacred places of faery trees and forts where magical stories abound.

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The harpist

The harp is synonymous with Ireland’s age-old music and culture. Meet with Ireland’s foremost exponent of the ancient wire strung harp - not only a virtuoso player but also a maker of these beautiful instruments. Relax and enjoy a private recital in the harper’s home.

Irish Instruments laying on a table

The uilleann piper

The evocative sound of the uilleann/Irish pipes is a sound that reflects the Irish psyche and landscape, from the loneliest slow airs to the rousing energy of lively Irish jigs. Let the pipemaker take you on a musical journey from raw wood to the finest finished instrument.

We are proud to be part of a number of select and exclusive collections and memberships that share our values of outstanding service, exceptional guest experiences and generous hospitality.

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