The Boyne Valley flows through counties Louth and Meath, an historic landscape with fascinating sites and monuments that are some of the finest in Europe.
A great destination for a weekend or longer break, don't miss the chance to visit the world renowned prehistoric tombs at Brú na Bóinne (Newgrange), and the site of the Battle of the Boyne.
Craic, Pool and Stew with the locals!
Stay in the 4* Beechwood Lodge, enjoy traditional Irish music, learn how to pull a pint and take your chance at playing pool with the locals Immerse yourself in the heritage of Trim with self guided walks along the banks of the Boyne with the backdrop of Trim Castle.
Package includes: 7 nights’ accommodation, soups and sandwiches at Rampard’s coffee shop, evening meal at Shanks Mare with shuttle service and Irish night at Shanks Mare with dinner of Irish Stew (Tuesdays).
Price: €150 per person sharing.
Offer Valid: March to May 2012
More Details/How to book: Visit www.beechwoodlodge.ie for more details
The d Hotel Gardens and Gallery Package
Enjoy 2 nights’ bed and breakfast and 1 dinner and a visit to the Highlanes Municipal Art Gallery- a dedicated visual art space for the Irish north east region and a visit to Beaulieu House and Gardens
Price: €95 per person sharing
Offer Valid: Until May 2012
More details/How to book: Visit www.thedhotel.com for details
The d Hotel Museum and Gardens Experience
Enjoy 2 nights’ bed and breakfast, 1 dinner and 2 complimentary admission passes to the Millmount Museum and Martello Tower in Drogheda- the oldest man made structure in the town of Drogheda. Package also includes a visit to Beaulieu House and Gardens- please note that package does not include transport to and from Millmount and Beaulieu House.
Price: €95 per person sharing
Offer Valid: Until May 2012
More details/How to Book: Visit www.thedhotel.com web site for details.
Heritage Break with Knightsbrook Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
Enjoy great value at the Knightsbrook Hotel, Trim, Co. Meath. Enjoy Two nights B&B and One dinner and receive a third night free B&B with complimentary tickets to the Bru na Boinne Heritage Site starting from only €159.00 per person sharing
Price: €159.00 per person sharing, Kids under 12 years go free sharing parents’ room on a Room Only Basis.
Offer Valid: Jan 1st – 31st Dec 2012 - Sunday through Thursday Only
More details/How to book: Visit www.knightsbrook.com for details.
Boyne Valley Heritage Tour
Group Travel of 12 and over
A truly Irish experience awaits you in the Boyne Valley. Visit the must see sites of Newgrange, Bru na Boinne and the Battle of the Boyne Site, sample the whiskey at Slane Castle, take in a Riverdance Show, sample the Guinness and dine at a traditional Irish farm.
Package includes 4 nights half board (Sun/Mon arrivals) at the 4 Seasons Hotel, Carlingford or D Hotel Drogheda. Coach driver provided.
Price: €450 per person sharing
Offer Valid: Until May 2012
More Details/How to book: Visit www.matthews.ie for details.
The Good Life – Relax and Unwind on a Family Farm
Enjoy a two night break at Slane Farm Hostel with the Macken family. During your stay learn how to bake traditional scones and breads, listen to fireside songs and stories of trees at dusk. Visit the museum of the poet Francis Ledwidge and sample the whiskey at Slane Castle.
A stay at Slane Farm will leave you relaxed, rejuvenated and in high spirits for an onward journey.
Price: €150 per person
Offer Valid: Until August 2012
More Info/How to Book: Visit www.slanefarmhostel.ie for details.
Heritage by Day, Heritage by Night
Tankardstown House is a stunning privately owned 18th century Georgian house set in 80 acres of magnificent parkland. Come and stay at Tankardstown and visit Newgrange at the Brù na Boinne World Heritage Site followed by the Battle of the Boyne Site with our compliments. Immerse yourself in archaeology and history for the day and discuss what has been and what might have been over dinner in our A la Carte Restaurant or Bistro, which are located in the garden village at Tankardstown.Sleep easy in one of the plush Main House Heritage Bedrooms, not quite as old as the pyramids but with a history all of its own.
Price: €180 per person sharing.
Offer Valid: April 2012.
More Details/How to Book: Phone 041 9824621 for details.