Gardening notes: Your guide to what's on

Saturday, August 24 sees Oranmore Castle host a Heritage Fair, from 11-5pm, with stalls, garden produce and fun workshops for kids. Admission is free. Or if you find yourself in the Ancient East, join an expert from the Royal Horticultural Society team to learn about the history and restoration of the 18th-century walled garden in Russborough House, Co Wicklow, from 2.30pm-3.30pm. Free entry
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