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Secret Garden: An Afternoon of Music in the Walled Garden

Spend a summer afternoon immersed in music, nature and the peaceful surroundings of Mount Juliet Estate’s historic Walled Garden.

Returning for another year, Secret Garden invites guests to experience an intimate live performance in one of the Estate’s most enchanting settings, where beautiful melodies and blooming gardens come together for an unforgettable afternoon.

Sunday 9th August 2026

Performance begins at 3.00pm

Limited Availability. Please contact our team by phone or email events@mountjuliet.ie to book your spot. 

 

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A Hidden Setting

Hidden behind centuries-old walls, the Walled Garden is one of Mount Juliet Estate’s most treasured spaces.

For one afternoon, this peaceful garden becomes an open-air stage, offering guests the rare opportunity to experience live music surrounded by seasonal blooms, mature planting and the quiet beauty of the Estate.

Arrive from 2.30pm and take time to wander through the gardens before the performance begins.

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An Intimate Performance

Secret Garden celebrates the timeless connection between music and place.

With guest numbers intentionally limited, the experience remains relaxed, personal and immersive, allowing every performance to be enjoyed as it was intended — surrounded by nature and shared with fellow music lovers.

Last year’s performance by acclaimed Irish musician Martin Hayes set the tone for what has become a much-anticipated summer gathering, offering an afternoon that lingered long after the final note.

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The Experience

Guests are invited to arrive from 2.30pm, allowing time to enjoy the surroundings before the performance begins at 3.00pm.

The performance lasts approximately 25–30 minutes, creating a beautifully understated afternoon that complements the tranquillity of the Walled Garden rather than overwhelming it.

Members of the Mount Juliet Estate team will be on hand to guide guests to the garden on arrival.

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Why Visit?

Some experiences don’t need to be grand to be memorable.

Secret Garden offers a rare opportunity to slow down, connect with nature and enjoy exceptional live music in one of the Estate’s most peaceful corners.

Whether you’re staying at Mount Juliet Estate or simply joining us for the afternoon, it is an invitation to pause, listen and savour the beauty of the season.

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