Hot Press and Slane Irish Whiskey kick off this year’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with what is set to be a hugely anticipated gig, broadcast from Slane Distillery, Co. Meath, with Thumper and Damien Dempsey
Online via Hot Press' YouTube channel.
The Orchard Holiday Village is a development of 4 newly built holiday homes in the heart of the historic village of Slane. The site was previously a vegetable garden and orchard within the original grounds of the Parochial House, one of the ‘four sisters’ at the crossroads in Slane.
The Orchard Holiday Village currently offers 3 three bedroom townhouses and 1 two bedroom townhouse, these houses are fully equipped for a practical and luxurious self-catering stay in the Boyne Valley.
Orchard Way,
Slane,
Co. Meath
C15 P5FK
Littlewood Forest is located on the N2 Collon Road, 1 mile from Slane Village and provides a fantastic amenity for walkers. The forest covers 28 hectares (70 acres). Today it comprises a varied mix of conifer and broadleaved tree species.
The poet Francis Ledwidge was born in Slane on 19th August 1887. The museum is open 7 days 10.00am - 1.00pm & 2.00pm - 5.30pm and is situated 1 mile from the village of Slane on the Drogheda Road.
Tours can be booked in advance and there are special rates for schools and teachers.
Below is one of Francis’ many poems dedicated to his love Ellie Vaughey.
Spring Love
I saw her coming through the flowery grass
Round her swift ankles butterfly and bee
Blent loud and silent wings; I saw her pass
Janeville, Slane, Co. Meath
Lucy O’Gorman
Rathmaiden, Slane, Co. Meath
Whether you love going out for spin on a bike, exploring by foot or just messing about on the River in a kayak, our exciting and fun activity packages are a great way to get out in the fresh air and take in the beauty of the Boyne Valley – a truly magical part of Ireland! For the foodies among you there are also some less taxing tours of Rock Farm available through its membership of Slane Food Circle.
The Rock Farm Slane, Fennor, Slane, Co Meath
This detached three storey house is one of the ‘Four Sisters’ on The Square (actually an octagon) in the heart of historic Slane Village. Built around 1768, this protected structure is being fully renovated and is open for public access by appointment. (Limited access during restoration – see website for details)
Chapel Street, Slane, Co. Meath
Located in Slane's Arty Quarter, Pat, a local artist, paints and exhibits his work in a friendly, inviting studio. Pieces include a broad selection of oil paintings and drawings.
Seascapes and cityscapes are included, as are figures and a variety of themed works.
Feel free to browse and chat with no obligation. You are also invited to view his extensive Adventures Travelogue
1 Newgrange Mall,
Slane,
Co Meath C15 CVA5
Slane Castle, situated in a dramatic setting by the river Boyne, is one of the most exciting buildings architecturally in Ireland. Home to the Conyngham family since 1703 and now home to Slane Distillery housed in 150 year old stables designed by Capability Brown.
The ultimate Irish whiskey experience. There could be no finer setting in which to discover the nature of whiskey than Ireland’s mythical Boyne Valley. Housed within the 250-year-old stables of the iconic Slane Castle Estate, our guided distillery tours uncover a history like no other.
Slane,
Co. Meath
C15 XP83
