
THE spectacularly landscaped gardens at Killarney House will be open to the public on a daily basis from July 10, it has been confirmed.
But the Government has commissioned a study to determine the future governance of the historic house and its gardens which was restored at a cost of €8 million.
Responding to queries from Killarney Senator Paul Coghlan, Minister Heather Humphreys confirmed that the house will be used as a visitor and interpretative centre for Killarney National Park and will incorporate the history of the property and the families involved.
“In terms of the future governance and administration of the house, an operational study has been commissioned to examine its future. The department is now examining a draft of this study, which will inform the minister’s thinking on the future governance of the house and its gardens.,” Senator Coghlan said.
The refurbishment of the gardens is considered one of the most significant developments for the local tourism sector with an estimated 70,000 visiting the gardens at weekends over the last three months.
“I am very pleased that Minister Humphreys has provided a full update and clarification about her plans for Killarney House. The overall project is in the region of €8 million, with Fáilte Ireland providing €5.2 million and the department providing the remainder,” Senator Coghlan added.
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