Irish National Stud, Horse breeding facility in Tully, Kildare, Ireland.

The Irish National Stud is a horse breeding facility near Tully in Kildare that focuses on raising quality thoroughbreds for racing. The property includes specialized barns and paddocks designed for breeding, training, and caring for horses.

William Walker, later Lord Wavertree, bought the Tully estate near Kildare in 1900 using proceeds from The Soarer's 1896 Grand National win and set up a Thoroughbred stud. In 1916 he gave its bloodstock to the British government, which bought the Irish property for £47,625; the Irish government acquired Tully in 1943. The Irish National Stud was incorporated on 11 April 1946 under the National Stud Act 1945 and bought its first stallion, Royal Charger, for £52,000.

The Japanese Gardens here tell the story of life's journey through carefully laid paths, water features, and plantings. Visitors walk through spaces that represent different stages of human experience, all arranged within the grounds.

The site is easily reached by train from Dublin, and visitors can book guided tours to explore the property properly. Wearing comfortable walking shoes is recommended since you will spend considerable time on the grounds.

The Horse Museum here displays the skeletal remains of Arkle, a champion racehorse known for his outstanding jumping ability. His skeleton is shown alongside other exhibits that document Ireland's success in horse racing and breeding.