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Adventure time in the Boyne Valley
Adventure TimeThe Boyne Valley – Birthplace of Ireland’s Ancient East is the perfect place to kick-start your family adventure! Fancy kayaking down the Boyne or zip lining through the trees? Make a splash down a thrilling waterslide flume or test your nerve on a white-knuckle rollercoaster ride. If you’ve ever wondered what the Boyne Valley looked like from the top of the tallest tree now is your time to find out? Trust us, you will not be disappointed when you take the time to explore the Boyne Valley.
The Boyne Valley offers wonderful living history and a wealth of invigorating leisure activities which sit effortlessly side by side. You can literally float through time on a guided river tour where you truly experience the River Boyne with its rich heritage and lush green landscapes. What could be more relaxing than to sit back and listen to the stories of Ireland’s Ancient East and get a deeper understanding of why the first settlers choose the Boyne Valley for their adventures over 5,000 yrs ago.
For those who like more leisurely pastimes, there are plenty of gentle activities tailor made for you – from woodland trails to explore to fishing and swimming. Visit the farm, learn a traditional skill, try your hand at Irish céilí dancing or see what it’s like to be a medieval knight. For a host of other ideas to start your adventure visitwww.discoverboynevalley.ie
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Fairyhouse RacecourseRatoath, Co. MeathTel: +353 (0) 1 825 6167E: [email protected] W: fairyhouse.ie
For an exciting fun filled day out with something for all the family visit us here at Fairyhouse Racecourse, home of the Irish Grand National. With FREE admission for under 18’s we offer families excellent value. We have fantastic racing here throughout the year along with a large playground with something for children of every age. We also have several spacious family friendly restaurants to choose from and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy your day out. If you have never been to the races before it is a must do thrilling day out for all the family, where you can get up close to the action and revel in the fantastic atmosphere here at Fairyhouse.
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Boyne Valley Activities
Causey Farm
Celtic Adventures
Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
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Funtasia Waterpark Bettystown & Drogheda, Co. MeathTel: +353 (0) 41 989 8000E: [email protected] W: funtasia.ie
Located two minutes off the M1 motorway, 20 minutes north of Dublin airport and 35 minutes south of Newry. The Egyptian themed entertain-ment centre is the newest addition to the Funtasia family business. The Pirates Cove interactive waterpark features over 200 water gushing activ-ities including the adrenaline pumping Super Bowl speed slide and the incredible gravity defying Boomerang slide. Other attractions include the Atlantis Cove play area, 14 lane bowling alley, disco roller skating, Car-ibbean crazy golf, rock climbing, Ultimate Sky Climb, indoor twin zipline, casino, fast food restaurant, video games, simulators and lots more!
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Celtic Adventures
Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
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The Irish Military War Museum Starinagh, Collon, Co. MeathTel: +353 (0) 41 981 9501 / +353 (0) 86 3952180E: [email protected] W: imwm.ie
Ireland’s largest private military collection housed in a purposed built 5000sq ft “hands on” museum. See what it’s like to sit in WW1 and WW2 trenches and vehicles, handle weapons and equipment that were actual-ly used in the wars (all of which are fully decommissioned and perfectly safe), get a real sense of what it was like to be a soldier in war. Experience the thrill of a tank ride or why not book the day for you and your friends to experience our airsoft site which covers 12 acres. The museum and park is family friendly with a petting farm, playground and assault course. Open 10am to 5pm everyday except Monday.
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Boyne Valley Activities
Causey Farm
Celtic Adventures
Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
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Loughrew Adventure CentreOldcastle, Co. MeathTel +353 (0) 49 854 1356E [email protected] W: loughcrew.com
Loughcrew Adventure Centre - a great day team building, children’s party or a day out with friends. Zipping through the trees, abseiling, wall climb-ing, ropes course, archery, raft building...and much more. This adventure course will test and challenge you, in the rolling Drumlin hills of northwest Meath. New for 2016, see an aerial view of the Loughcrew Gardens and St Oliver’s Church from our brand new 160m long zipline which is open 7 days a week in July and August.
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Boyne Valley Activities
Causey Farm
Celtic Adventures
Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
The Zone Extreme Activity Centre
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Loughcrew Megalithic Centre Loughcrew, Oldcastle, Co. MeathTel: +353 (0) 86 7361948 / (0) 87 3974295E: [email protected] W: loughcrewmegalithiccentre.com
Niall or Fechin will begin your tour at Maggie Heaney’s Cottage which dates back to the 1700’s. Smell the turf fire, see the old spinning wheel and hear about Maggie’s famous visitor. Then begin the short hill walk to Loughcrew’s Ancient Passage Tombs. These 5,000 year old tombs are located at the highest point in the Boyne Valley – The Hill of the Witch. You will focus on Cairn T with some of Europe’s most spectacular ancient carvings. Hear the myths and legends that have kept these ancient pas-sage tombs so well preserved. Approx 1hr 15mins. Booking Essential (Tea and scone included). All for just €12.
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Boyne Valley Activities
Causey Farm
Celtic Adventures
Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
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Rathbeggan Lakes Family Fun ParkDunshaughlin, Co. MeathTel +353 (0) 1 824 0197E: [email protected] W: rathbegganlakes.com
One of the regions favourite family parks, Rathbeggan Lakes offers a host of activities for all ages. You can take a ride on the train, paddle a white swan, bounce on the castles or climb the High Kings Tower! Bring a pic-nic and go fishing, have a pony ride or drive the Mini Landrover Track. Zip across the lake, or just ramble through the Heritage Park and visit the Fairy Garden! There’s lots to do! Some activities are weather dependent so check before you arrive. Call or see our facebook page for updates.
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Causey Farm
Celtic Adventures
Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
The Zone Extreme Activity Centre
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Tayto ParkKilbrew, Ashbourne, Co. Meath Tel: +353 (0) 1 835 1999E: [email protected] W: taytopark.ie
Visit Irelands only theme park and zoo, where there is a wide variety of things to see, do and experience! Tayto Park has attractions for all ages. For thrill seekers there is the Rotator, Power Surge and of course the Cu Chulainn Coaster. For our younger guests we have the Grand Carou-sel, 5D Cinema, Playgrounds and so much more. Explore our Zoo which is home to the American Bison, Meerkats, Tigers and many other exotic animals! Come for the fun, stay for the day, come back for more.
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Boyne Valley Activities
Causey Farm
Celtic Adventures
Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
The Zone Extreme Activity Centre
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Trim Living History ToursTrim Visitor Centre,Trim, Co. MeathTel: +353 (0) 46 943 7227E: [email protected] W: trimtown.ie/trim-living-history-group
Housed in the old Town Hall building is the Medieval Armoury Tour. History brought to life in an exciting way for all to engage with. Meet a Norman Knight face to face hold a real sword, wear chain-mail. Learn how Trim’s Townsfolk lived in Medieval times. Pre-booking is essential. All groups accommodated. Primary and Secondary Schools.
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Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
The Zone Extreme Activity Centre
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White River KartingR169, Exit 12, M1 Motorway, Collon, Co. LouthTel: +353 (0) 41 9819100E: [email protected] W: WhiteRiver.ie
Thrill Seekers and petrol-heads alike will love a trip to White River Karting, an exciting new outdoor kart racing venue located just 8 minutes from Drogheda, on the Dunleer - Collon Road. Whether you’re 8 or 80 years old speed lovers won’t be disappointed here. White River Karting provides all the equipment you need to go racing, from karts to helmets, suits, gloves etc. Stylish Alpha Karts are designed to give a very realistic race kart feel and the circuit is super smooth with lots of demanding corners and gradi-ent changes. See whiteriver.ie for individual, group, party bookings or more details.
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Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
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Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
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The Zone Extreme Activity CentreMullaghboy Indutrial Estate, Navan, Co. MeathTel: +353 (0) 46 90 71623 E: [email protected] W: thezone.ie
The Zone Extreme Activity Centre in Navan is bursting with activities for you and your friends or family to enjoy! At The Zone we have a wide range of activities for all ages to get involved in - Karting, Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting, Archery, Lazer Maze, Shooting Simulator, Airsoft and Laser Tag Paintball…We are open 7 days per week and we have a fleet of over 20 karts which suits all ages from the age of 7* (Heigh 4ft1”). All our activities are indoors so there is no need to worry about the weather!
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Boyne Valley Activities
Causey Farm
Celtic Adventures
Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
The Zone Extreme Activity Centre
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Boyne Valley ActivitiesTrim, Co. MeathTel : +353 (0) 86 734 2585E: [email protected] W: boynevalleyactivities.ie
Boyne Valley Activities have a wide range of exciting activities for every-one to avail of, with bases in Trim, Athboy and Slane. Try kayaking with your family down through the Medieval town of Trim. Test your nerve on the Tree Canopy Challenge Course set high in a forest at our base in Athboy. Please check the website for more information on white water rafting and exclusive heritage tours.
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Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
The Zone Extreme Activity Centre
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Causey Farm - Be Irish for a DayGirley, Fordstown, Co. MeathTel +353 (0) 46 943 4135E [email protected] causey.ie
Try your hand at brown bread making, celi dancing, the Irish drum, sugan rope making, hurling, milking a cow, turf cutting and working a sheepdog. Traditional meals and live music evening. Hen / Stag packages with ac-commodation at the Headfort Arms Hotel available also and group pack-ages available. All visits must be pre-booked. Programmes for individuals on Fridays at 2pm - €14 per person (July & August ONLY);
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Causey Farm
Celtic Adventures
Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
The Zone Extreme Activity Centre
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Celtic AdventuresBallynagrena, Dunleer, Co. LouthTel: +353 (0) 41 686 3637/ 085 8752767 / 085 8758092E: [email protected] W: celticadventures.ie
Super adventure centre offering a range of activities: canoeing, kayaking, SUP boarding, Archery, Archery Tag, Hover ball archery, Airsoft, Airsoft Shooting Ranges, Climbing, Water Zorbing, Grass Sledging, Gaelic Sports, obstacle course, team building, summer camps, birthday parties etc. Great for individuals, families and groups. Water based activities are at Anna-gassan Co. Louth and Slane Co. Meath. Land based activities are at our centre in Starinagh Collon Co. Meath. We also run a fully mobile service and operate at festivals and events throughout the North East. Seasonal Adventure camps for children during school holidays.
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Causey Farm
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Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
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Puddenhill Activity CentreMoorepark, Garristown, Ashbourne, Co. MeathTel: +353 (0) 1 835 4444E: [email protected] W: puddenhill.com
Puddenhill Activity Centre is a fantastic Indoor & Outdoor Activity Cen-tre open 7day per week! This venue has such a diverse range of activi-ties and facilities suitable for adults and children. At Puddnhill there is an ever expanding selection of indoor and outdoor activities such as a Play Centre, Playground, Animal Farm, Electric Karting, Café, Petrol Karting, Paintballing, Laser Tag Paintball, Archery, Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting, Air-soft Target Shooting and Shooting Simulator. Puddenhill is bursting with activities for you and your family or friends to enjoy!
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Causey Farm
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Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
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Boyne Boats 45 Park Heath, Grange Rath, Drogheda, Co. MeathTel: +353 (0) 86 361 6420 E: [email protected] W: boyneboats.ie Experience the Boyne Valley like never before in Ireland’s answer to Game of Thrones – the Battle of the Boyne! Take a trip back in time and learn how the Battle of the Boyne shaped Ireland’s future. Enter the Boyne navigation system and propel yourself through history. As you paddle along the restored Boyne canal in a boat built for the Game of Thrones TV show, you will hear and feel the sounds of battle. Is this Ireland or Westeros? Enjoy the thrill of this Game of Thrones boat ex-perience. Whether you are a cultural, heritage or adventure tourist or a Game of Thrones fan this will appeal to you.
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Causey Farm
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Fairyhouse Racecourse
Funtasia Waterpark
Irish Military War Museum
Loughcrew Adventure Centre
Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
White River Karting
The Zone Extreme Activity Centre
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Rock Farm Slane Slane, Co. MeathTel : +353 (0) E: [email protected] W: rockfarmslane.ie
Set on the Slane Castle Estate, Rock Farm Slane is a gold certified eco tour-ism outdoor activity centre (40 mins from Dublin) along the banks of the River Boyne. Offering a host of activities and outdoor adventures includ-ing Goodleaf Tree Climbing Experiences, Electric Bike hire/food tours as well as river based fun - Kayaking, Rafting and Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP). Why not make include an overnight stay in one of our luxury yurts? Our glamping accommodation is open Apr-Oct with year round accom-modation offered in our eco guesthouse - The Lime House. Let us be part of your adventure in the Boyne Valley!
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Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes Family Adventure Park
Rock Farm Slane
Tayto Park
Trim Living History Tours
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White River Karting
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Loughcrew Megalithic Centre
The Zone Extreme Activity Centre
Pudden Hill Adventure Centre
Rathbeggan Lakes
Celtic Adventures
Rock Farm Slane
Causey Farm
Fairyhouse Racecourse
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From action packed adventure in the birthplace of Ireland’s Ancient East, to gentle leisurely pastimes, the Boyne Valley has it all... are you ready for an adventure?
Irish Military War Museum
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