An outpost of the European Space Agency

Birr Castle Demesne is now home to the cutting-edge radio telescope, the I – LOFAR, which is linked to the Europe-wide international Low Frequency Array​

telescope, the new “largest telescope in the world”, a European Space Agency (ESA) initiative​

The ESA is enabling a record number of space companies in Ireland to develop innovative products and services

Birr Retreat
 

Concept, design and management focused on sustainability

Design incorporates the best of​ today’s technology to provide a​ certified “Net Zero” environment:-​

  • Green Building Technique including:​
  • Passive solar shading at each facade​
  • Passive House insulation and windows​
  • Renewable green roofs throughout including​
  • the event spaces​
  • Optimal Cross Ventilation design​
  • Natural and low VOC Building Material for interior and exterior

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