Group Tours & Private Visits

Experience Edgeworthstown

Planning your Group Tours?

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

Educational Institutions – tailor tours to suit school or university curricula

Active Age & Social Groups – enjoy a welcoming, relaxed visit at your own pace

Local Organisations – make use of our facilities for events or meetings

Group Booking Information "At-A-Glance"

All private group tours are available by appointment only. Tours can be fully customised, with optional Afternoon Tea, meeting room hire, and day trip planning to include other attractions in County Longford— creating a complete and memorable visitor experience.

  • 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

Ballinasloe Active Age Group for a visit in Maria Edgeworth Centre

Why Choose Our Private Group Tours?

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.