Group Tours & Private Visits

Experience Edgeworthstown

Book Your Group Tour in Longford at the Maria Edgeworth Centre

Discover the Maria Edgeworth Visitor Centre in Edgeworthstown on a group tour in Longford. It blends literature with heritage and will bring history to life. Perfect for schools, clubs and cultural groups, the Centre is located in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands and offers an engaging and educational visitor experience. Join us for a group tour in Longford and enjoy a memorable visit to one of Longford’s most celebrated cultural attractions.

  1. Tour Operators & Visitors – add an authentic cultural stop in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, or let us help create a full-day tour including other attractions in the region that are suitable for group tours
  2. Educational Institutions – tailor tours to suit school or university curricula
  3. Active Age & Social Groups – enjoy a welcoming, relaxed visit at your own pace
  4. Local Organisations – make use of our facilities for events or meetings

Group Tour Booking Information "At-A-Glance"

All private group tours are available by appointment only. Tours can be fully tailored, with optional Afternoon Tea, meeting room hire, and day trip planning to include other attractions in County Longford.

  • Group Size: 10 to 50+ participants.

  • Duration: 60 min (Centre only) or 120 min (Full Trail).

  • Pricing: Special group rates available upon request.

  • Coach & Bus Parking: Free coach parking available in front of the Visitor Centre

To enquire about availability, rates, or to make a booking, please contact:

info@mariaedgeworthcenter.com

+353 (0)43 667 1801

For your reference   >> Download our Group Information Sheet

Ballinasloe Active Age Group Tours in Longford for a visit in Maria Edgeworth Centre

Why Choose Our Private Group Tours in Longford?

Our experienced guides tailor each tour to your group’s interests and schedule, ensuring a memorable visit. Highlights include:

  • Engaging stories about Maria Edgeworth’s life, literary achievements, and social impact

  • Insight into the Edgeworth family’s contributions to education, science, and society

  • Access to rare artefacts, manuscripts, and exhibitions

  • Flexible tour lengths — from short introductions to in-depth half-day or full-day itineraries including other attractions nearby

What We Offer for Group Tours

Afternoon Tea Experience

For small groups of up to 20 people, we are delighted to offer a special Afternoon Tea experience served within the Centre. Enjoy a relaxed and elegant setting with light refreshments and warm hospitality — ideal for social groups, cultural outings, or literary circles.

Meeting Room Hire in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands

Our upstairs meeting room is available to hire for:

  • Small meetings and workshops
  • Book clubs or discussion groups
  • Community or organisational gatherings

Facilities include:

  • Tables and chairs arranged to suit your needs
  • A 50-inch TV for PowerPoint presentations or Zoom meetings
  • A private, comfortable space in a heritage building
Experience culture, literature, and heritage in the heart of Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands at the Maria Edgeworth Centre — where every visitor leaves with a story.