Within the 260 acres of estate parkland, there is the Talbot Botanical Garden of 1.6 ha. The ornamental gardens adjoining the castle cover an area of about 22 acres and were largely created by Lord Milo Talbot, an enthusiastic plant collector who brought specimens from around the world. Today the walled botanical garden is home to Ireland’s only Butterfly House with 20 different exotic species of butterflies for you to explore!

The 18th century landscape park is also used for tennis, cricket, football, boules and golf.

Malahide is also a venue for film & photo shooting, cultural, corporate and private events, such as concerts, receptions, weddings...

For more detailed information concerning history of the Talbot family and castle, visits and events, see website.