About Us
We Grew into Gardeners
Ardán is our joint creative project.
Starting in 2003 with a rugged field, we set out to create beauty around our home.
Located in the protected landscape of Howth, we learned from nature and were encouraged by our local community
We grew as artists, learning to blend shape, colour and space to create beauty and stir feelings.
Both of us had other careers. Gardening was a weekend hobby. Then others asked to visit, and we became an open garden.
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Discover the Garden Experience
Garden Visit
- Entry to Ardán Garden.
- Available each Friday and Saturday between June and September, 11am to 4pm.
- Explore the garden. Surround yourself in beauty, art and nature.
- Relax and enjoy. We will be here to welcome you.
- €10 per person.
Group Tour
- For tour groups, garden clubs and culture vultures.
- We show you round the garden, telling you its stories and revealing its highlights.
- Garden tours are tailored to your group’s interests – plants, design, art, nature, or a combination of all of these.
- All tours are given by either Nuala or Conall.
- Typically a group visit with a tour lasts about 80 minutes in the garden.
Exclusive Private Visit
- Enjoy exclusive use of the garden at a time that suits you, for you and your family or friends when nobody else is present.
- Includes a personalised tour given by Nuala and Conall and some quality light refreshments.
- For small groups up to 8 people, with private use of our Howth garden for two hours.
- This is a luxury experience with limited availability.
- Please contact us to arrange your exclusive private garden visit.
Friends Day Out
- Enjoy the luxury of time with your best friends in the beautiful surroundings of Ardán Garden. Just hang out, catch up, and enjoy gourmet light refreshments with exclusive use of the garden.
- If you would also like to learn more about gardening, Nuala and Conall can offer a demonstration or even a hands-on garden masterclass as a way for you to have fun with your dear friends.
Other Experiences And Talks
- Are you a photo-club, plein-air artist, or getting engaged. You know how you want to enjoy our garden. Let us know and we will try to meet your special interest.
- Conall gives talks on a range of garden topics. He can be booked to give an in-person talk, or online.
