Our facilities are unconventional and different with emphasis on the outdoors and natural rural surroundings.
Highbank Orchards is our home and we are a real working farm and orchards which include a small meeting room know as The Green Stage (where the hops were once dried for Guinness) that hosts up to 25 and now we also offer the outdoor red roofed, 'The Bell Station', seating up to 50 beside the majestic oak canape which is great for lectures and group discussions.
Local artisan catering is also on offer on, wonderful on the long table in front of the fire designed to suit smaller groups
Activity options also include tractor train tours of the distillery & orchards with tastings under the oak tree canopy.
From the small AGM to the staff day out, team builder or planner, or even just a team lunch we style to suit.
Large car/bus park facilities available.









I've taken many distillery tours but this was memorable simply for the personalization of the tour they offered.

Your Visit FAQs
Some answers to typical questions you may have. Can't find what you are looking for? Contact us know and we'll assist you in any way we can.
Is there a Farm Shop on site and when can we visit?
Yes. Our farm shop is open during all opening hours and is free to drop in to visit and maybe a chance of a cup of coffee or tea.
How long do the self-guided walks take?
All our self-guided tours are at your own pace…Slow Tourism’ we call it!... Take your time and don’t be rushed. The average time for the Red Gated Orchard QR coded Walk is 1 hour and for the Wellness Walk a little longer.
How long does the Highbank Experience Taste & Tour take?
The average time for this is 1.5 hours – 2 hours
Is there free parking?
Yes. There is ample free parking on the farm and beside the farm shop. There is also dedicated space for buses.
Are dogs permitted?
We are dog lovers but dogs on only permitted strictly on the leash whilst visiting the Farm Shop. Unfortunately, absolutely no dogs are allowed on the walks due to our delicate wildlife habitats which need no disturbance.
are there toilets on site
yes there are toilets on site
Getting Here
Our Location
We are on the N76. 7km south of Kilkenny City on the main road to Callan.
By Car
We are an hour and a half from Cork, an hour and half from Dublin and half an hour from Waterford. We are approx 45 mins from Rosslare harbour.
By Train
Nearest Train Station is Kilkenny City Centre (McDonagh). Due to our rural location you would need to take a taxi from the station (approx 10 mins)
By Bus
Nearest Bus Station is Kilkenny City Centre. Due to our rural location you would need to take a taxi from the station (approx 10 mins)
Our Tours
Select from our Self Guided or Group Orchard Tours. An Irish Farm experience.
