Guidebook for Meath
Sightseeing
Bective Abbey was founded in 1147. Hugh De Lacey was buried there in 1195, but was eventually moved to Dublin. The chief features of the ruins are the combination of both the church and defense.
23 locals recommend
Bective Abbey
R161Bective Abbey was founded in 1147. Hugh De Lacey was buried there in 1195, but was eventually moved to Dublin. The chief features of the ruins are the combination of both the church and defense.
Newgrange is the best know monument of the world heritage site of Bru na Boinne, pre dating the ancient pyramids by 400 years and stone henge by 1000 years.
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Newgrange
Newgrange is the best know monument of the world heritage site of Bru na Boinne, pre dating the ancient pyramids by 400 years and stone henge by 1000 years.
It is the wealth of history and legend associated with Royal Tara as the ancient spiritual and political capital of Ireland. Once stood a royal acropolis. The view from the hill offers unique scenery of the surrounding countryside.
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Hill of Tara
It is the wealth of history and legend associated with Royal Tara as the ancient spiritual and political capital of Ireland. Once stood a royal acropolis. The view from the hill offers unique scenery of the surrounding countryside.
One of Ireland's heritage towns, Trim is situated on the River Boyne. It once had the oldest and largest religious settlements in the country. The town is dominated by the medieval Trim Castle, which was built by Hugh de Lacy in 1173. The largest Norman castle in Europe, it is now restored and visitors can access the 75ft square keep and grounds by guided tour. Sections of the epic film Braveheart were filmed here
82 locals recommend
Trim Castle
Castle StreetOne of Ireland's heritage towns, Trim is situated on the River Boyne. It once had the oldest and largest religious settlements in the country. The town is dominated by the medieval Trim Castle, which was built by Hugh de Lacy in 1173. The largest Norman castle in Europe, it is now restored and visitors can access the 75ft square keep and grounds by guided tour. Sections of the epic film Braveheart were filmed here
Parks & Nature
Through forest / woodland / tree garden. Length of walk is 7 km. Set in 500 acres of parkland woods which is also a sanctuary for wildlife, Dalgan Park offers an ideal setting for rest and relaxation.
Dalgan Park
Through forest / woodland / tree garden. Length of walk is 7 km. Set in 500 acres of parkland woods which is also a sanctuary for wildlife, Dalgan Park offers an ideal setting for rest and relaxation.
Arts & Culture
The Hill of Ward dates back to 2000 AD and was the location of the great fire festival. This festival is now traditionally called Halloween.
Hill of Ward
The Hill of Ward dates back to 2000 AD and was the location of the great fire festival. This festival is now traditionally called Halloween.
Shopping
Navan Shopping Centre
1 Kennedy RoadBlanchardstown Centre
Blanchardstown Road SouthTrim
Lidl
Supervalu
Entertainment & Activities
Tayto Park
The Ark Play Centre At Puddenhill
Dublin Zoo
Zoo RoadRathbeggan Lakes
Trim playground
Watergate StreetKnightsbrook Hotel Spa and Golf Resort
Dublin RoadSpa day's here are very enjoyable!
Getting Around
Dublin Airport
Food Scene
Trim Castle Hotel
Castle StreetThe Marigold Trim
Emmet StreetKhan Spices Indian Restaurant
9 Emmet StStockHouse Restaurant
1 Finnegan's WayFranzinis
5 Frenchs Ln