Ireland’s tallest Tree House reopens in Offaly following major enhancements
The re-imagined Treehouse at Birr Castle Demesne has a series of new features including an additional tower and a large tube slide
BIRR Castle Demesne has officially reopened Ireland’s tallest Treehouse, one of Ireland’s most popular visitor attractions.
The re-imagined Treehouse has a series of new features including an additional tower and a large tube slide. This added to the new Discovery Train which launched earlier this year, makes Birr Castle Demesne an ideal destination for families fully accessible from many locations as a wonderful day out!
Positioned at the heart of the visitor experience within the 120-acre historic Birr Demesne, the reimagined Treehouse has been upgraded to deliver increased play value and improved safety standards while ensuring full compliance with current playground safety regulations.
John O’ Grady General Manager says “This enhancement is expected to further reinforce Birr Castle Demesne’s position as a key driver of regional and national tourism, supporting increased family visitation and encouraging repeat engagement with the wider site offering. It is vital for us to continue evolving the visitor experience while preserving the integrity of the Birr’s historic and scientific legacy.”
Working with specialist playground designers Proludic and their Irish distributor Garden Escapes NI, the redevelopment is a refurbishment and enhancement of the existing structure rather than a replacement, ensuring Ireland’s Treehouse retains its original character while evolving provide even more opportunities for fun from children aged from six upwards. There are lots of other activities on site for younger children also.
The Treehouse has long provided a landmark outdoor play experience for families from across Ireland and international visitors alike. With its reopening, following a significant investment programme by the Birr Scientific and Heritage Foundation, Birr Castle Demesne continues its commitment to creating meaningful, active and imaginative outdoor experiences for future generations.
Originally opened in 2013, the Treehouse was designed to broaden the appeal of Birr Castle Demesne to young families and has since become one of its most recognisable and best-loved features, playing a central role in attracting a new generation of visitors to the heritage site.
The upgraded Treehouse forms part of a wider, ongoing investment programme across Birr Castle Demesne aimed at strengthening Ireland’s leading heritage and science tourism destination.
The Birr Scientific and Heritage Foundation is a registered charity that welcomes visitors from around the world to experience its unique combination of scientific discovery and historic heritage. The Demesne features 120 acres of gardens and parklands, Ireland’s Historic Science Centre, the Great Telescope, and the Treehouse Adventure Playground. Castle interior tours operate seasonally, with additional visitor experiences including the Discovery Train on selected dates and the Courtyard Café open daily. www.birrcastle.com