The Argory

Built in the 1820s, this handsome Irish gentry house is surrounded by its 320-acre wooded riverside estate. The former home of the MacGeough Bond family, a tour of this Neo-classical masterpiece reveals it is unchanged since 1900. The eclectic interior still evoking the family's tastes and interests.

All of the collection is indigenous to the house and contains a wide variety of items ranging from family portraits to copies of Old Masters and prints; pietra dura table tops and other mementoes of the Grand Tour; fine mahogany furniture bought from James Whyte and Son of Glasgow and Williams and Gibton of Dublin, a fascinating range of historic lighting including acetylene gas and the highlight of the collection a splendid cabinet barrel organ by James Bishop of London.

Outside there are sweeping vistas, superb spring bulbs, scenic walks and fascinating courtyard displays. A second-hand bookshop, adventure playground and the Courtyard Coffee Shop provide retreats for children and adults alike. A number of events take place at The Argory throughout the year including Scrufts Dog Show, Vintage Rally, Santa's Grotto and Christmas Fair.