Appletown Apple Fest at King John's Castle
King John's Castle hosts a celebration of local food, culture, and heritage featuring traditional apple pressings, tastings of rare heritage varieties like Appletown Wonder, and a documentary screening about local orchards. Families can participate in a leaf monoprinting workshop or enter homemade bakes into the Queen of Tarts competition to crown an official champion.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Tickets
€2
Ages
All ages (workshop for ages 6-12)
Neighborhood
King's Island
Featured Performers
- Irish Seed Savers Association
- Elaine Bradley
- Limerick Civic Trust
- Meave Stone
Food & Drink
The Siege Café at King John’s Castle is open seven days a week, offering a choice of hot and cold beverages, snacks, and meals.
Parking
Yes, there is a car park located directly across the road from the castle on Castle St, King’s Island, Limerick. Parking for visitors is complimentary. No overnight parking permitted.
Accessibility
Partially wheelchair accessible. Key areas such as the exhibition Centre, café, and gift shop are accessible via ramps. Courtyard has a gravel surface.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Tickets for the talks, film screening and art workshop are available for a nominal €2 fee, with places allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Visitors who wish to explore the wider castle exhibits beyond the festival will require standard admission.
- The castle courtyard features a gravel surface, which may present mobility challenges for wheelchair users.
- Only registered service dogs are permitted inside the castle.
- Complimentary visitor parking is available directly across the road on Castle St.
Links & Contact
Run by Irish Seed Savers Association, Limerick Civic Trust and Cracking Light Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the festival dates and hours?
The event takes place on Sunday, 13 September from 10.30am to 4pm.
How much do event activities cost?
Talks, film screenings, and art workshops are available for a nominal €2 fee, which includes complimentary access to the courtyard tasting experience.
Is parking available nearby?
Complimentary visitor parking is located directly across the road from the castle on Castle St.
Are pets allowed at the venue?
Only registered service dogs are permitted inside the castle.
Is food available on-site?
The Siege Café at King John’s Castle is open seven days a week, offering hot and cold beverages, snacks, and meals.
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