Step Back in Time at Annes Grove Gardens with The Verdant Troupe

Fresh from their enchanting performance last autumn, The Verdant Troupe return to Annesgrove Gardens for a captivating journey through history into the past. Join us for a truly unique, immersive guided tour filled with drama, storytelling, and history brought to life among the breathtaking surroundings of one of Ireland’s hidden horticultural gems.

Encounter the Characters of Annes Grove’s Past:
As you wander the gardens, you’ll meet a colourful cast of characters who once walked these very grounds – each with a story to tell:

• Richard and Hilda Grove Annesley, proprietors at Annes Grove
• Their daughter Sylvia, a renowned huntswoman and painter
• Molly O'Reilly, the cook
• Doyle, the contrary and belligerent stablehand
• Elizabeth Bowen, writer and close friend of the family
• Frank Kingdon-Ward, one of Britain’s most famous plant collectors
• Diana Duff, novelist and granddaughter of Richard and Hilda Grove Annesley

These passionate performances breathe life into Annes Grove’s rich legacy – revealing the estate’s social history, its botanical wonders, and its lasting cultural significance.

Don’t just visit – experience it!

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