Slane

Free 40 min guided tours of the wonderful Hill Of Slane. 

Tours every Sunday from April to October at 2pm.

Meeting point at the gates to the Hill of Slane - ample parking available for cars or buses.

Group bookings are also available by request all year round, please contact the Slane Hub or email hillofslanetours@yahoo.ie

You can rest assured knowing that Rambling Rover Campervans are brand new, and maintained to an extremely high standard. Our fleet of campervans has a range of options that can accommodate from 1 to 6 people, perfect for families (including your dog), friends, or couples, who want to experience all that Ireland has to offer.
With bike rental also available we are a one stop shop for your road trip, staycation, or Irish adventure.

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Newgrange Open Farm and Coffee Shop in the historic Boyne Valley offers a truly marvellous insight into farming life, allowing children a fun, up-close and hands-on experience with our animals. We also have indoor and outdoor play facilities, as well as outdoor and indoor picnic areas. Meet the animals: puppies, kittens, rabbits, day-old chicks, pet lambs, pet calves, pigs and many more.
Please note: payments by card only

Littlewood History

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. 

Download map here

The poet Francis Ledwidge was born in Slane on 19th August 1887. The museum is open 7 days 10.00am - 1.00pm & 2.00pm - 5.00pm 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

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

​Overlooking the River Boyne, just a few kilometres upstream from Newgrange and the site of the famous Battle of the Boyne, Slane Castle in its existing form was constructed under the direction of William Burton Conyngham, together with his nephew the 1st Marquess Conyngham. The reconstruction dates back to 1785 and is principally the work of James Gandon, James Wyatt and Francis Johnston. Francis Johnston was also the architect responsible for the gothic gates on the Mill Hill, located to the east of the castle.