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It was on the Hill of Slane that St. Patrick light his Pascal fire at Easter in 433 A.D. It is here that one can see the remains of the 16th century church on the site of the ancient church founded by St. Patrick. The hill dominates the landscape standing 158 metres and has spectacular views of the country. You Read more…
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Irelands leading genuine working farm open to the public. Situated in the Boyne Valley, surrounding the Newgrange Monument. Cuddle a kitten, hold a chick, pet a pony, feed the ducks, play with the pig or maybe bottle feed the lambs, or view our many displays or play in our play areas. Picnic areas, coffee shop, gift shop, toilets disabled facilities Read more…
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Castle Tours The Castle re-opened for guided tours in 2001 after an extensive restoration programme lasting a decade. In its present form, the Castle dates from 1785 and is principally the work of James Gandon, James Wyatt and Francis Johnston. The famous Gothic Ballroom is designed by Thomas Hopper, an architect much favoured by King George IV. The parklands were Read more…
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