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Kylemore Abbey celebrates after winning three medals at the prestigious Blás na hÉireann Awards in Dingle, co. Kerry, for three of heir favourite homemade sweet treats

Looking for the perfect gift this Mother's Day? Look no further, We have curated five perfect hampers for that a special someone. For Mother's Day we have three beautifully curated hampers, perfect for a very special mother. “Grow Your Own Victorian Garden Hamper” Grow Your Own Victorian Garden Hamper is the perfect gift this Spring, with a beautiful Kylemore Abbey Rose Flower Tea Towel and Anti-bacterial soap. Give your Mum her own Victorian Walled Garden this Mother's Day with seeds for beautiful flowers such as Hollyhock, Ladies Mantle, Antirrhinum, Love in a mist, and Marigold from your hamper. The Grow Your Own...

Nestled deep into the heart of the west of Ireland, Kylemore Abbey is one of Irelands most breath-taking locations. Kylemore Castle was built by Mitchell Henry in 1867 as gift for his wife Margaret following their honeymoon after being mesmerised by the beauty of the local landscapes.  Along with the castle, Mitchell Henry also built the Victorian walled gardens. The castle was completed in 1871 but unfortunately three years later his beloved wife Margaret passed away. After the passing of his wife Mitchell Henry lost interest in Kylemore and with the up keep costs being so expensive Mitchell Henry decided to sell. In 1903 the estate was sold to the Duke & Duchess of Manchester.   The glamourous couple...