This castle, home of the Pakenham family since the 17th century, was later transformed into a romantic gothic revival castle. It is one of the largest castles in Ireland. The gardens, enclosing approximately 13 hectares, were laid out in the early 19th century and have recently been restored to their former splendour.
Formal terraces overlook a fine demesne ringed with hills.
Adjoining paths lead through the woodland or pleasure garden to a grotto, a lake and the walled flower garden. The kitchen garden has a magnificent avenue of 200 year old Irish yews. Another path follows a stream garden down to the lower lake. Tullynally, Castlepollard, County Westmeath.