Places to Visit

In the mid 1400.s the English were fully occupied in the Hundred Years War.To compensate for their military absence from Ireland a limited number of government grants of 10 pounds were made available to landowners in the Pale ,for the building of fortified houses.John Cornwalsh obtained a 10 pounds grant in 1465 for the building of Dardistown Castle.

Slane Castle is the residence of Ireland’s most famous aristocrat, Henry Conyngham, Earl of Mount Charles. Slane Castle is set on the grounds of a 1,500 acre estate through which flows the River Boyne, a few kilometres upstream from the site of the Battle of the Boyne.

Beyond the Blarney is an Irish tour company providing quality cultural experiences taking in the history, mythology, culture and folklore of Ireland past and present. Let us take you out ‘beyond the blarney’ … beyond the Ireland of shamrocks and shillelaghs to discover something deeper, richer and more diverse.

Set in the gently sloping valley of the River Tolka, this beautiful springfed Stillwater complex could be miles from anywhere. Hard to believe its less than 10 minutes from Dublin’s busy M50. With a choice of 4 different fishing lakes and a selection of other family friendly activities on offer we’re sure you will find something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you just want a quiet evening’s fly fishing, a family picnic or a corporate event structured to specific requirements, you’ll find it here at Rathbeggan Lakes. We are open daily all year round 9am to dusk. Closed on Christmas Day.

Located just 2 minutes from Newgrange Interpretive Centre, the Open Farm is made up of two adjoining working farms, offering a range of experience - many of them indoors. Indoor facilities are important given the unpredictable nature of the Irish weather and short days in the winter time. No matter what the weather, there is lots to enjoy.

A children’s outdoor/indoor fun centre for School/Crèche/Tourist/Parties and group bookings Offering multi play areas, mini soccer, mini golf, pedal grand prix, pet corner, disco, eco garden and growing tunnel, soft zone, mini cinema, inflatable fun, throw games, children’s gym, snooker, air hockey and obstacle course and baby area. Educational activities: the children’s grow project, nature introduction, compost making, road safety programme, duckling/chick rearing, vegetable plots, fish pond, plant in our grow tunnel, picnic area and shop. Seasonal events are Easter, Summer Camps (July/August) Halloween and Christmas. Located on one acre of landscaped, child friendly purpose built fun.

Woodfield Open Farm provides the opportunity to see traditional farm animals and sample home cooking in the Rustic coffee shop. Located in a convenient scenic walk and social picnic area adding tranquillity to your day.

The Battle of the Boyne between King William III and his father - in - law, King James II, was fought on 1 July 1690 ( 11th of July according to our modern calendar ). Both kings commanded their armies in person. William had 36,000 men and James had 25,000, the largest number of troops ever deployed on an Irish battlefield. At stake were the British throne, French dominance in Europe and religious power in Ireland.

History, beauty, fantasy, and atmosphere make Loughcrew a magical experience. In a serene pleasure-garden of vistas and unexpected features, the mighty ancient yew walk and the martyr St. Oliver Plunkett’s family church create a spirit of mystery and dark history.

The Megalithic Passage Tombs of Newgrange, Knowth, Dowth, Fourknocks, Loughcrew and Tara are located in the present day County of Meath on the east coast of Ireland. The Boyne Valley Mounds at Newgrange, Knowth and Dowth were built around 3200BC making them older than Stonehenge in England and the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. Built by Neolithic farming communities about 5000 years ago, the passage tombs have clear astronomical alignments such as the Winter Solstice Sunrise at Newgrange and the Equinox Sunrise at Loughcrew.