Airfield Farm
Airfield Farm in Dublin is a perfect day out with fun for kids and all the family, only a few minutes from Dundrum Town Centre.
Airfield farm is a working farm and is based on the traditional farming practices of mixed animal husbandry. The farm is complete with an assortment of cows, goats, sheep, horses, geese, pigs and hens! Stroll around, relax and enjoy the magnificent old world atmosphere of Airfield's walled gardens with many rare and unusual plants.
On Airfield farm they regularly hosts children and family events and education and community programmes.
Airfield House Dundrum artistic programme is inspired by nature and the seasonal cycle and works in synergy with all of Airfield’s activities including its farm, gardens and education programme.
Pause for lunch in their lovely Airfield , Overends Cafe and even hold one of your family events there.
If you love cars you will adore the Car Museum at Airfield House, with the Overend's family cars; Letitia's 1927 Rolls-Royce, Naomi's 1936 Austin-Tickford, and Lily's 1920's Peugeot.
Airfield’s charming gift shop is stocked to the brim with beautiful gifts, classic toys, jams and chutneys from our own kitchens and honey from Airfield Farm.
Airfield regularly hosts cultural and artistic events including literary readings and music recitals. There are art exhibitions in the Library, and Airfield has also run an open-air exhibition and farmers market in the grounds of the estate in the summer.
Airfield has made the conscious decision to become sustainable in the farming practices that it employs to both its live stock and its land management.
Airfield Admission
- Tickets Adults €6 Children €3
- Family Day Pass €18 (2 adults and 2 children)
- Family Day Pass €20 (2 adults and 3 children)
- Family Day Pass €22 (2 adults and 4 children)
- Concessions €4
Airfield Farm Family Membership
The Family Membership entitles you and your family to unlimited access to Airfield 35 acre farm and formal gardens. By becoming a member you are also supporting the future of Airfield.
- Annual Family Membership €120
- Six Month Family Membership € 80
- Single Annual € 70
- Single Six Month € 40
Opening Times:
Open Monday to Sunday 10.00 - 17.00, Bank Holidays 11.00 - 17.00
Family Fun Tip:- Ample free car parking takes the stress out of your day at Airfield.
Wednesday Is Gardening Day At Airfield
- 14.00 every Wednesday
- Ticket included in entry fee to the walk
- Season ticket holders come free
Each week we will give a short tour, a talk or a practical demonstration on what to do in the garden in Autumn. Meet outside the glasshouse.
Guided Tours of the Garden
- Have a guided tour given by Head Gardener, Emer O’Reilly. Booking essential Tel.
- €8.00 per person
- Groups 12+
Airfield Farm Activities
Airfield's Young Gardener's Club,Green Fingers
This young gardener’s club at Airfield is going from strength to strength. Throughout Autumn, leading into winter the children will continue to maintain the garden, grow flowers, fruit and veg. from seed, harvest the pumpkin patch, plant bulbs for spring, and make a pond for the garden. It is recommended that participants take part in the entire course so as to experience the whole process.
Classification :- Children Gardening / 8 - 11 years
Dates / Times:- Take place on the last Saturday of every month from 10.00 to 12 noon.
Admission :- €15 per session. €65 for the course.
Booking:- Essential to book as places are limited to 15, Tel.
Airfield's Young Farmers Club Green Wellies.
Airfield is happy to announce the start of their very own Young Farmer’s Club. This club is aimed at young people who have a love of animals and are interested in what it takes to become a farmer.From learning about feeding to breeding and getting the animals bedded down for the winter, be prepared to muck in and get your hands dirty. Wellies and rain gear a must!
Classification :- Children Farm Workshops / 11 - 14 years
Dates / Times:- Take place on the last Saturday of every month from 10.00 to 12 noon.
Admission :- €15 per session. €65 for the course.
Booking:- Essential to book as places are limited to 15, Tel.
Meet The Animals With Farmer Eamon Young
Why don't you join Farmer Eamon, who will introduced the chilren to the seasonal aspects of the animal and farm management and help him out around the farm.
Classification :- Children Event / 8 - 11 years
Dates / Times:- TDC / 14.00
Admission :-
- Ticket included in entry fee to the walk
- Season ticket holders come free
- (Duration 90 mins approx)
Airfield's Young Artists Club
Airfield Trust is delighted to announce the start of a new Young Artists’ Club for young people who are interested in all things creative. Create a magical winter garden on Airfield’s grounds with artist Jane Groves. You will use wire, fabric and recycled materials to create fantastical insects, blooms and a gardenscape inspired by artist Andy Goldsworthy and the garden of artist Derek Jarman. You will also create pieces to bring home.
While each session stands alone it is recommended that participants take part in the entire course in order to experience the whole process.
Classification :- Children Gardening / 8 - 12 years
Dates / Times:- TDC / 14.00
Admission :- €20 per session. €70 for the course.
Booking:- Essential to book as places are limited to 15, Tel.
To Find Out More Airfield Farm Events
Airfield Family Sundays
Airfield launches Family Sundays, an exciting new programme for adults and children. Families can explore Airfield’s farm and gardens with different activities offered each week from farm and history tours, nature talks and trails to art-making that relates to the natural world and seasonal events .
Family Sunday activities are included in the entry fee to the walk and season ticket holders come free.
Family Sundays take place between - 12.30 and 16.00
To Find Out More About Airfield Family Sundays
Airfield Birthday Parties
Have your birthday party at Airfield – Fun on the Farm. Call Airfield Farm Tel.
Airfield Farm Camps
Airfield farm camps are very popular with the children and are action packed with fun. The Team at Airfield are now this year running three defferent camps, one to suit everyone
To Find Out More About..... Airfield Easter Camps
To Find Out More About .... Airfield Farm Summer Camps
To Find Out More About..... Airfield Holloween Camps
The Education Programme At Airfield Trust
The not-for-profit education programme works with children and students from pre-school through to transition year and leaving cert., the emphasis being on learning through exploration and experimentation.
Primary Schools
Airfield is now a credited Discover Primary Science Centre. The Airfield programme provides an indoor classroom to prepare children for outdoor activities. Children can explore many aspects of the environment through observing, investigating and recording in outdoor habitats.
Transition Year Programme
Airfield House Dundrum offers a practical Horticulture and Farm Studies module for Transition Year students. This programme is designed and delivered by experienced tutors.
Montessori and Pre-School Groups :- Contact Education Department to arrange a guided visit.
Artist Seoidín O'Sullivan will be in residence in Airfield from mid November-mid February . During this time she will create a new body of work in response to the theme of "The Urban Farm" and host talks . Entry to the ftalks our free but should be booked in advance.
How To Get To Airfield House Dundrum
By Car
M50 Southbound: Take Exit 13, continue through the roundabouts for Dundrum till you pass TESCO, the road dips & you pass straight on through a junction. As the road rises & swings round to the right stay right. Airfield is on the right.
M50 Northbound: Take the exit for Dundrum, at the second crossroads turn right. The road runs fairly straight before swinging to the left. Airfield is on the left just past the bend.
From City Centre: Via Ranelagh, Clonskeagh, Goatstown, straight on through the Goat Grill junction and take the left at the second crossroads (set of traffic lights). The road runs fairly straight before swinging to the left. Airfield is on the left just past the bend.
Bus Stops / Routes
75 and 86 stop outside Airfield
48A, 44 and 44B stop at Dundrum Village
11 and 11B stop at The Goat Grill
Luas
Take the Sandyford “Green” Line to Balally Station. When you get out of the station turn right, follow the Wyckham bypass up the hill swinging around to the right. Airfield is just ahead about 150 meters. It's a quick walk and one well worth making!
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