About this Event
Join us for a fascinating tour of Lissan House through its wallpapers. We will begin in the ballroom with an illustrated talk discussing historic wallpapers in Ireland and how they were made, before taking a tour through the house discovering some of the beautiful historic wallpapers that adorn its walls.
This tour will be led by renowned wallpaper specialist David Skinner. David produces traditional hand-printed wallpapers from his studio in County Leitrim, and also provides conservation services for historic wallpapers. He is author of Wallpaper in Ireland 1700–1900, and has given many talks on aspects of the history of wallpaper in Ireland.
Date: Saturday, 15th February 2025
10.30am-12.00pm
Important information for attendees:
Places are limited to 16 attendees per session. If you are no longer able to attend, please notify the organiser as soon as possible to allow your place to be released.
Please be aware that this tour is taking place in a historic building, which is over multiple levels. Unfortunately, access to upper floors is by stair only.
Getting here:
There is on-site parking at Lissan House, however places may be limited. Therefore, a regular shuttle bus will also be running from the nearby Lissan Parish Church, Churchtown. Please allow time for parking and getting to the house, as tours will begin on time. If parking at Lissan House, enter by Drumgrass Road (where it meets Lissan Road/ Lough Fea Road) as a one-way system will be in place.
Please note, Lissan House does not have on site catering, and it is in a remote setting. If you would like to spend the day exploring the estate, you are welcome to bring a packed lunch which can be enjoyed outside, or you can also use the ballroom between 1pm and 2pm; where tea and coffee will be available. There are also a number of cafes, pubs and restaurants serving food in and around Cookstown.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Lissan House, Drumgrass Road, Cookstown, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
