The Cottages
Seabank
Coast Road
Bettystown
Ireland
A92 C8VF
Laytown & Bettystown Beach
Six miles of sandy beach, this famous strand is home to Laytown Races run annually under Jockey Club Rules and to the National Sand Castle and Sand Sculpture Competition.
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Trim Castle
Trim Castle is the largest Norman castle in Ireland and is famed for being featured in the epic Braveheart movie starring Mel Gibson.
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Slane Castle & Whiskey Distillery
Set in a 1,500 acre estate in the heart of the Boyne Valley Slane Castle is famous for hosting concerts & now boasts a brand-new visitor centre & world class working whiskey distillery!
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Malahide Castle
Malahide Castle, Gardens, Avoca Craft Emporium, Restaurant and the Village of Malahide provide a day out which suits all the family all year round! We Love It!!!!
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The Boyne Valley Flavours
Winners of the "Ireland's Foodie Destination" title, the Boyne Valley Flavours have everything from honey to cheese, ice-cream to whiskey...be sure to check out their Food Series Events!
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The Boyne Valley Garden Trail
A host of wonderful gardens to visit through out the area. The Boyne Valley Garden Trail offers gardening enthusiasts great days out from castles to cottages from coastal to country.
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National Botanical Gardens
The National Botanic Gardens are an oasis of calm & beauty. Located just three kilometres from Dublin City Centre and famous for their exquisitely restored historic glasshouses. Entry is Free
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June Blake's Gardens
The very best gardens intrigue and restore us, and so it is with June Blake's garden which is a rare fusion of inspired design and painterly planting.
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Beaulieu House & Gardens
Beaulieu House is a 17th Century house and gardens. It is one of the first unfortified houses built in Ireland. The gardens are part of The Boyne Valley Garden Trail.
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Powerscourt Estate, House & Gardens
Powerscourt House and Gardens is an 18th century historical estate in Wicklow, and one of the most well-known and popular in Ireland. See Ireland's highest waterfall!
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County Louth Golf Club 'Baltray'
How to decide which one to tell you about? With over 40 courses both Links and Parkland within an hour's drive of The Cottages Golfers are spoilt for choice!
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Boyne Valley Drive
9,000 Years of history in one valley. Wander through time and discover Ireland's rich heritage...birthplace of Ireland's Ancient East.
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Loughcrew Cairns
Loughcrew, possibly the oldest cemetery in the world, tells of Ireland’s neolithic cultures, shrouded in myth and mystery. The Irish equivalent of Egypt’s pyramids, predating them by over 2000 years!
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Millmount Museum & Tower
Drogheda's most significant heritage site. Situated on a great mound, visible from all the town, the museum housed within a large fort that played a crucial part in Drogheda's history.
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Old Mellifont Abbey
The first Cistercian monastery in Ireland founded in 1142 by St Malachy of Armagh, its most unusual feature is the octagonal Lavabo c. 1200.
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UNESCO World Heritage Site of Newgrange
Newgrange was constructed over 5,000 years ago (about 3,200 B.C.), making it older than Stonehenge in England and the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt. Newgrange, Knowth, Dowth Neolithic tombs. ...
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The Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre
The Battle of the Boyne (1690) Oldbridge House with visitor Centre, audio visual show, original and replica 17th Century weaponry displays, tea pavillion, gift shop and beautiful walled gardens.
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Tayto Park
Ireland’s only Theme Park offer's a huge variety of things to see, do and experience! For all ages, from thrill-seekers to animal lovers.
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Epic - The Irish Emigration Museum
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum is an immersive, interactive museum located in Dublin's Docklands telling the history of the Irish diaspora and emigration to other countries. Trace your Irish roots!
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Guinness Storehouse
What an experience for everyone, the Guinness website says it all ... from Pouring the Perfect Pint to the Connoisseur Experience ... finishing up in the Gravity Bar, spectacular City views!
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Historic Town of Drogheda
Ancient gates and walls, sacred sites, battlegrounds and big houses, family fun, culture, adventure, shopping and nightlife!
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Howth
A bustling village that offers visitors a myriad of attractions – look out for Lambay Island, Howth Castle, The National Transport Museum and more. Famed for gorgeous walks & seriously good food.
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Skerries
Skerries is beautiful little fishing village in north county Dublin offering a host of great cafes, restaurants and shops.
No visit is complete without a treat from Storm in a Teacup!
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Mondello Park Motor Racing
Ireland's only international motorsport circuit. Track days, driving experiences... must be booked in advance.
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The Kildare Maze
Leinster’s largest hedge maze, a challenging and exciting day out with good old fashioned fun for all the family.
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Kildare village Shopping
A gorgeous shopping village offering magical savings on all your favourite brands. Great restaurants/coffees too.
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Avoca Handweavers & Foodhall
Avoca Store, Cafe & Mill Tour at The Avoca Village a most famous tourist destination. The oldest surviving working mill in Ireland alongside fabulous food, crafts and clothes.
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Listoke House & Gardens
Listoke House with Edwardian gardens, tea rooms and art gallery.
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Listoke Gin Distillery & School
Listoke Gin Distillery & School is Ireland's first and only interactive gin experience. Tour the distillery, sample the gins and design and distil your very own gin to take home.
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Dundalk Stadium - Horse & Dog Racing
Dundalk has a long history of racing, over 120 years on the Stadium's site alone. Now uniquely combining horse and greyhound racing with top class restaurant and facilities.
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Dublin Zoo
A must see experience and the perfect day out for families, friends, couples and those visiting Dublin.
In Winter season make sure to check out their Wild Lights experience too!
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Skerries Mills
Skerries Mills is a unique collection of two windmills and a watermill with mill pond, mill races and wetlands. The Mill complex also houses the Watermill Café & Craft Shop.
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Clogherhead Cliff Walk
A lovely coastal walk, perfectly coupled with a stop into the Fisherman's Catch, a fish shop selling catch fresh off the owners boat. Enjoy a chowder to go.
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Glendalough
Known as 'the valley of the two lakes‘ for its spectacular scenery, history, archaeology & abundant wildlife. A remarkable place that will still your mind, inspire your heart & fill your soul.
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Newgrange Falconry
A family run falconry school, offering a stimulating, unique and memorable experience by a very experienced team in this most noble and ancient art of falconry.
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Newgrange Farm
Newgrange Farm is a genuine family owned and run working farm where children can try the experience of holding, petting and even bottle feeding the farm animals.
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