My father, Dr. Michael Slazenger

My father, Dr. Michael Slazenger was a medical doctor. In 1990 he took a year-long break from his career to consider what to do.

It was his vision to transform Powerscourt into a sustainable business to ensure its long term survival.

In 1996 the house was re-built as you see it now

Centuries in the Making…

Today the public continue to enjoy the gardens which first began to take shape over two and a half centuries ago. The charming walled garden, the striking terraces, fine statuary and varied trees are linked by carefully designed walks and set in the magnificent surroundings of the Wicklow Mountains.