"Irish National Stud" County Kildare by Sprucebeer

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Irish National Stud (postcard) - County Kildare

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Land of Thoroughbreds

This page is really about the Irish National Stud.

Established in 1946, it's thoroubreds command respect on race tracks all over the world.

The land there has been breeding ground for thoroubreds since 1900. First owned by Colonel William Hall-Walker and then under the British Crown as the British National Stud in 1915 until handed over to the Irish Government.

Last visit to County Kildare: Sep 2002
Intro Written Aug 6, 2006
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St. Fiachra's Garden - County Kildare

St. Fiachra's Garden at Irish National... Things to Do (3)

Another garden on site is St. Fiachra's Garden; the Patron Saint of Gardens. We didn't have time to visit this garden... more travel advice

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Surprisingly horses are not the only things to visit at the Irish National Stud. It is also the grounds for the Japanese... more travel advice

Horses in the paddocks - County Kildare

Irish National Stud Things to Do (3)

Visit Ireland’s finest thoroughbreds..... Lovely visit with a guide who explains the history and the breading process.... more travel advice

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cpiers47 Oct 3, 2007 at 3:06 PM Report Abuse

Thanks for the tips - we were only able to go on a quick tour the night we were there!

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