Great place to visit, with family and friends, family friendly, kids loved it, shop and cafe, would recommend visiting, super
I'm no expert, but I consider this a manor house, not a castle. Did enjoy the house tour, no photos allowed. The interior reminded me of The TV show, Downton Abbey.
We were on Patricia's tour and she certainly knows her stuff and clearly enjoys her work! Her knowledge of the house and its history was incredible and she takes great pride in explaining all to adults and children alike. We did a lovely walk of the lake and the children enjoyed the play area. Again book shop was staffed by very pleasant volunteers.
This is great way to find out about the history of Fermanagh and enniskillen. Castle Coole is very impressive and the tour guides very knowledgeable, great way to spend an afternoon in enniskillen.
Castle Coole is an 18th century, neo classical house built on the outskirts of Enniskillen. It has wonderful walks through the surrounding parklands. The house itself is well worth a visit as it gives a vivid glimpse into a bygone era of privilege and aristocracy. The rooms are essentially as they were in the late 1800's, with all the bespoke furniture and belongings on display. Stunning! Our guide was enthusiastic and funny. No overload on details but enough to keep us smiling and interested. The tour lasted one hour. The only small negative was not being able to take photographs inside the house as all the furnishings are still privately owned. We had a light lunch in the Tallow tea room which was delicious and very good value. All in all, a great way to spend an afternoon.
Castle Coole is still partially occupied but a large portion of the home is open and furnished for the National Trust. The building is gorgeous and very important to illustrate classical symmetry architecture with many false doors to balance the large rooms. The tour examines the main areas, upper bedrooms and servants quarters in the cellar including the wine cellar. The tour lasts an 1:15-1:30 minutes and is well worth the entrance fee. The cafe and stable book store are lovely and well appointed. Filming just took place in the house so this will become an even more contemporary visitor spot shortly.
Nice to walk around. Worth the visit. The house was very interesting and the tour guide was excellent
Extensive grounds and tour of the house. Passage from farmyard to the house. National Trust second hand Bookshop
I am disabled& in a wheelchair but staff got a ramp&got me in no problem,even tho I could only visit the ground floor rooms I was treated well& the staff made me a cup of tea&showed me what I was missing in books& answered any questions I had whilst my wife continued the tour both upstairs& a visit to the basement,very good
Castle Coole has guided tours (check in advance for times et.c.) beautiful grounds and walks, shop and café. Lovely place for a half day walk and those with historical interest.