Trim

Located in and flowing through the picturesque heritage town of Trim, the Boyne Blueway Trim is a beautiful stretch of the River Boyne which flows from Trim to Bective Mill. With a length of 8kms it can be paddled in 2.5 to 3 hours and is suitable for dabblers & those with a little bit more paddling ability. This is phase one of the Boyne Blueway Trim development.

A place made famous by the monastic school of St Finian in the 6th century, a seat of learning and place from where many well known saints travelled to Britain and Europe.

The town of Athboy began sometime during the sixth century A.D. as a settlement at the river crossing known as the Yellow Ford. Long before this however, the inhabitants of Athboy were Druids, who had settlements at the nearby Hill of Ward. The Hill of Ward, also known as Tlachtga, is the site where the feast of Samhain was celebrated. Samhain is credited with being the forerunner of Halloween.

The excavations at the site of the award-winning Blackfriary Community Heritage and Archaeology Project (BCHAP) in the town of Trim, County Meath, Ireland are run by the Blackfriary Archaeology Field School. Their goal is to deliver a wonderful experience to all interested students, visitors, lifelong learners and enthusiasts at the Blackfriary. Already, so many have started their field careers or realised their dream of taking part in an excavation at this medieval friary in the heritage capital of Ireland.

Float along the Boyne Blueway

With 12km of river for you to explore, kayaking on the Boyne is the perfect day out. We are the official provider for the Boyne Blueway so taking you downstream is what we do. You can take easy guided trips with us that are plenty of craic. You can immerse yourself in a rarely-seen landscape on slow tranquil journeys. Some of you like the self-guided experience and that's ok too. 

Established in 1898, this lovely parkland course is located 3km from historic town of Trim. The course offers a searching, though fair challenge to all golfers. Tree lined undulating fairways, strategic bunkering and subtle, well maintained greens ensure an interesting test of golf for the discerning golfer.

After your round, relax in the modern clubhouse where full bar and catering facilities are available.

The club welcomes you to avail of the floodlit driving range (open until 10.00pm)

A place unlike any other, Knightsbrook Hotel Spa & Golf Resort is situated in the heritage town of Trim, just 45 minutes from Dublin City Centre. Our Award Winning Golf Resort not only offers 186 acres of expansive, green scenery, but also boasts an 18-hole championship golf course designed by the late former Ryder Cup Legend, Late Christy O’Connor Jnr. Challenging and incredibly creative, the course has a stunning location with views over undulating fairways, testing greens, and demanding water features.

Hotel Spa of the Year 2019 Hotel Awards Ireland

The River Spa is a holistic cultural venture with advanced science-based treatments that promote a soulful, healthy and sustainable life.