What’s Happening This Winter
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The Manor House will be temporarily closed as part of a carefully planned restoration project
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The refurbishment allows us to restore the Manor House to its original Georgian grandeur
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Hunter’s Yard remains fully open and will host guests throughout the winter season
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All stays, dining and experiences will continue seamlessly across the estate
This winter, Mount Juliet Estate enters a new chapter. While the historic Manor House undergoes a thoughtful restoration, Hunter’s Yard becomes the welcoming heart of the estate — offering warmth, comfort and the full Mount Juliet experience in a more contemporary setting.
Guests are warmly invited to enjoy the estate throughout the winter season, with dining, activities and five-star hospitality continuing as usual.
Key Dates to Know
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Manor House closure: January 4th, 2026
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Manor House reopening: March 20th, 2026
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Hunter’s Yard open throughout winter 2026
Bookings for Hunter’s Yard during this period are available as normal, and we are now taking bookings for the Manor House’s grand reopening from the 20th of March 2026.
Dining at Mount Juliet Estate This Winter
While Lady Helen Restaurant and the Manor House Cinema will be closed during the refurbishment, guests will continue to enjoy exceptional dining across the estate.
Open & Available
- The Hound
- Breakfast served daily: 7:00am – 11:00am
- Lunch served Thursday to Sunday: 12:30pm – 4:00pm
- Afternoon Tea served Thursday to Sunday: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
- The Saddle Bar
- Open daily for relaxed dining and drinks
- The Clubhouse
- Open daily, overlooking the championship golf course
The Lady Helen Experience at Hunter’s Yard
An intimate culinary collaboration, where Chefs John Kelly and Tom Comerford present a six-course tasting menu inspired by the Michelin-starred Lady Helen. Thoughtfully reimagined for a new setting, each course celebrates seasonal Irish ingredients and refined technique, offering guests a rare opportunity to savour this iconic dining experience in an exclusive winter residency.
- The Lady Helen Experience at Hunter’s Yard
- February 13th & 14th
- March 6th
Afternoon Tea at Hunter’s Yard
During the winter season, Afternoon Tea will be served in The Hound, offering a relaxed yet refined setting.
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Available Thursday to Sunday
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Served from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
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Advance booking recommended
Estate Activities Continue as Normal
All signature Mount Juliet Estate activities will operate as usual throughout winter 2026, including:
- Golf on the championship course
- Horse riding and equestrian experiences
- Fishing
- Archery
- Forest walks and estate trails
- Activity Hut
Our team will be delighted to assist with bookings and itineraries.
Discover Our Exclusive Winter Activity Calendar
Our weekly activities calendar has been thoughtfully curated to help you reset and reconnect, blending wellness, movement, storytelling and live music with the natural rhythm of the estate. From invigorating morning classes and mindful nature walks to fireside moments, whiskey tastings and acoustic evenings, each experience is designed to enrich your stay and invite a sense of calm, balance and quiet indulgence. Explore what’s on during your visit and allow winter to unfold, beautifully, at Hunter’s Yard.
A Different Rhythm, The Same Estate
Winter at Hunter’s Yard offers a quieter, more intimate way to experience Mount Juliet Estate — with warm interiors, seasonal dining, open landscapes and the same attentive service guests know and love.
While the Manor House rests, the estate remains very much alive.
