Book Individual Spaces on a Lambay Tour
Local (living) legend and dear friend of Lambay, Eamon McGrattan, offers the only way to visit Lambay on an individual basis.
Due to the high cost of boat transfers and all island logistics, most visits to Lambay must be arranged at a set fee for groups of <12. Thanks to Eamon's love of the sea and wide skillset, he is able to offer a wonderful experience that includes boat transfers on his beautiful Naomi Leigh, a scintillating tour of the island with detailed historical knowledge alongside many a well-spun yard, followed by some delicious refreshments at the end of your visit.
These mixed tours are suitable for children age 12+ and adults. Set dates are provided and the type of tour and duration is decided by the tides on any given date. Please use the booking form to select by date or by tour option.
Walking Tour
Island History & Nature
€130 pp
approx. 5 hours
For nature lovers, this is a perfect opportunity to explore the wilder parts of Lambay and, if you are lucky, see some of the island's incredible wildlife in its natural habitat.
Seals, deer, wallabies and puffins to name but a few and depending on the season!
Enjoy incredible views from the island summit, and discover the story of Tayleur Bay at the island's Nose.
Historical
Architecture Tour
€145 pp
approx. 4 hours
There are days when the tides will only allow for a shorter visit, but we know this is better than no visit at all!
What you lose in time is made up for in the intimacy and detail of this tour. Eamon will take you on a private journey through the history of the Baring family and how their friendship with renowned architect Sir Edwin Lutyens blossomed over the course of 40 years as they made their dream of Lambay a reality.
Combined Tour
Lambay Castle & Beyond
€175 pp
approx. 6 hours
This tour offers a combination of nature and historical architecture.
Enjoy an informative walk through the surrounding architecture and the wilds of the island, before being led through the Castle rampart gates, private woods and into the Castle terraces.
Here you will be given an exclusive private tour of the C15th Old Fort including the formal hosting rooms designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens.
Please note the island is closed to visitors in the Winter months.
BOAT TRANSFERS
Boat transfers between Malahide or Howth and Lambay are organised by Lambay and are included as part of your ticket price. Private vessels are unfortunately not permitted to land at Lambay due to H&S, insurance and security.
Boat departure times are tide dependent and the open sea crossing takes approximately 25 minutes from Malahide, or 40 minutes from Howth. Flexibility is required if wind patterns dictate a shift in timings prior to your visit.
