Netterville Manor

“The red rose whispers of passion, And the white rose breathes of love;

O, the red rose is a falcon,And the white rose is a dove”

John Boyle O’Reilly

Introduction

John Boyle O’Reilly

The densely fertile landscape of the magnificent Boyne Valley is Ireland’s most majestic and

historic landscape punctuated with the wealth of the past from the great High Kings of Ireland,

world renowned pre historic sites, to The Battle of the Boyne and monuments all within a walking

distance of Netterville Manor and Castle.

From the top floor of the castle the eye can enjoy spectacular views that sweep west along the

River Boyne, punctuated by Newgrange, Knowth, The Hills of Tara and Slane.

The estate nestles in wonderfully mature parkland throughout the Boyne Valley, tracks of peat

land and beautiful coastlines stretching 12 kilometres long.

One of Ireland’s most famous writers, poets and novelists,

John Boyle O’Reilly was born at Netterville on the circa18

June 1844.

As a youth in Ireland he was a member of the Irish Republican

Brotherhood, for which crime he was transported to Western

Australia. After escaping to the United States, he became

a prominent spokesperson for Irish sentiment and culture,

through his editorship of The Pilot, his prolific writing, and

his lecture tours.

He has been quoted many times by prominent dignitaries

and politicians including President J.F. Kennedy. There are

a number of areas throughout Netterville Manor grounds

dedicated to his memory and his works.

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“You gave me the key of your heart, my love; then why did you make me knock?

Oh that was yesterday, saints above! And last night -- I changed the lock!”

John Boyle O’Reilly

“The world is large, when two weary leaguestwo loving hearts divide;

But the world is small, when your enemyis loose on the other side.”

John F Kennedy quoting John Boyle O’Reilly during his Oireachtas speech 1963

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A Bend in the River

Nearby a battlefield lies; teeming with vivid memories of Irish and British history, the Battle of the Boyne site

has been transformed to a world-class visitor centre, where one can experience and once again capture the

strategies of times past, when William III gained victory over his father-in-law, James II on 1st July 1690. The

battlefield continues to play a significant role in Irish history.

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Exquisite Interiors

The current owners of the Victorian Manor House and medieval Castle at Netterville have painstakingly renovated

the magnificently furnished 12th Century Castle, Chapel & Victorian Manor House to its finest.

There is a unique opportunity available to rent this Victorian estate which is only available to one client at a time.

“And we who have toiled for freedom’s law, have we sought for freedom’s soul?

Have we learned at last that human right is not a part but the whole?”

John Boyle O’Reilly

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The Castle & Grounds

The castle and grounds are available for:

- Wedding Venue

- Private Dinner Parties

- Conferences

- Away Day Team Building Sessions

- Garden Parties and Fairs

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Room Capacities

- Castle Room 100 people

- Chapel 60 people

- Garden Room 180 people

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Key Service Offers

• Exclusive use of the Castle for your event

• A dedicated coordinator to help plan your event

• Furniture and white linen for your seating

requirements

• Changing facilities for the Bride and Groom

• Floral Arrangements in Public Areas

• Extensive Complimentary Parking Facilities

• Access to Grounds and Gardens of Castle

Preferred Suppliers

We are proud to boast of our partnerships with leading professionals for Photography, Florists, Cake Supplies,

Entertainment, Stationery and Transport. Access to Grounds and Gardens of Castle (Civil Ceremonies welcome)

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“Though it lash the shallows that line the beach,Afar from the great sea-deeps,

There is never a storm whose might can reachWhere the vast leviathan sleeps.

Like a mighty thought in a mighty mindIn the clear cold depths he swims;

Whilst above him the pettiest form of his kindWith a dash o’er the surface skims.”

John Boyle O’Reilly

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DirectionsDriving from Dublin: Take the MI towards Belfast, past the airport, toll bridge and Boyne bridge, exit Junction 10 in the direction Drogheda north, at roundabout take link for Slane / Navan, continue on this road for 2 kilometers / 1.3miles, Townley Hall will be on right, take slip road to left marked L1607 continue 4.5 kilometers / 2.8 miles through tiny Proudsfoot Town. Netterville is a large red brick building on left, just before Dowth (The Neolithic Tomb) and Glebe House.

Driving from Slane or the N2: Take the N51 towards Drogheda (the right turn at the crossroads in Slane, coming from the bridge). After 4.8km, take a right turn at a blue corrugated-iron shop (Smith’s). Continue 0.5 miles, then take a left turn at a small T junction. After 0.6km, take another left turn, signposted Dowth. The house is a big red-brick building on your right after 1.5km, just after Glebe House and Dowth.

ContactTel: 083 414 4105 Email: nettervillemanor@gmail.com

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