Arboretum News
Arboretum Kilquade: A New Chapter Begins!
It was a proud moment today as An Taoiseach, Simon Harris, officially inaugurated Arboretum Kilquade. This marks the culmination of nine months of dedicated work on-site, a period during which we operated in a scaled-back manner. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our loyal customers for their patience and support. Now, with immense excitement, we declare our state-of-the-art garden and retail centre officially open!
What to Expect
Our newly developed centre offers a modern and comfortable shopping and meeting space, all sheltered under a stunning glass roof. Kilquade customers can now explore a vast array of indoor and outdoor plants, gardening essentials, and an extensive range of health, wellness, fashion, and food offerings. Of course, Rachel’s Garden Café remains a highlight, providing a delightful spot to relax and unwind. Spanning 2,400 square metres, Arboretum Kilquade is truly a haven for home and garden enthusiasts.
Going Green
Sustainability was at the core of our new development. We seized the opportunity to minimise our environmental footprint by integrating a rainwater harvesting system for plant irrigation, air-to-water heating, and solar-generated electricity into our design. For us, ensuring eco-conscious operations from the outset was a priority.
Arboretum: A Special Place
At the grand opening, Taoiseach Harris highlighted the significance of Arboretum, stating:
“The Arboretum is a special site in Wicklow and a really special place for family and friends to meet. It’s also so important that children have access to as much information as possible on the natural world, and the ethos of the Arboretum has always been right on point in this regard. I wish the business every success.”
Additionally, he celebrated the growth of the family business and its contribution to job creation, noting that the expanded Kilquade operation now employs 25 new team members, bringing the total workforce to 50.
Join Us!
As a valued member of our A List community, you are a key part of this journey. We invite you to visit us soon, explore the new space, and share your thoughts. We can’t wait to welcome you to our newly transformed Arboretum Kilquade!
Arboretum Kilquade Opening Hours
Monday 9am – 6pm
Tuesday 9am – 6pm
Wednesday 9am – 6pm
Thursday 9am – 6pm
Friday 9am – 6pm
Saturday 9am – 6pm
Sunday 10am – 6pm
Bank Holidays 9am – 6pm
Contact Us
Arboretum Kilquade
The National Garden Exhibition Centre
Kilquade
Co. Wicklow
T: +353 (01) 5313488
E: info@arboretum.ie
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