Visit to County Westmeath

On a beautiful sunny day 38 supporters of the Follies Trust visited County Westmeath. At Belvedere they were graciously received by the Council and guided by their Education Officer, Brigid Geoghan, after delicious coffee and scones in the Courtyard. They visited the Jealous Wall and viewed the Gothic arch and Gazebo designed by Thomas Wright.

Then they travelled to Tullynally Castle where they had a conducted tour of the house and gardens with Thomas Pakenham. The sun shone and seeing the house, grotto and gardens with such an expert guide was a very special treat.

In the afternoon we travelled to Kilbixy church and saw the church and Malone mausoleum both designed by the famous English architect, James Wyatt.

Our thanks to everyone who made this such a wonderful visit but particularly to Bernadette Solon, Conservation Officer for County Westmeath.