THINGS TO DO

Every visit to the Royal County Meath is as memorable as the last, with plenty of attractions and things to do, The Castle Arch Hotel is ideal for family breaks, weekend breaks and midweek breaks in Meath. With sites of world importance like the megalithic tombs of Knowth, Dowth and Newgrange, there is so much to explore. Together they make up the UNESCO World Hertitage Site of Bru na Boinne.

And when you have seen the splendid Norman Castle at Trim, the fabled Hill of Tara and the holy Hill of Slane you'll hardly have time to stand still. But don't worry; you can save it for the next time. All of these sites and activities are on Cusack Hotels' doorstep and transport can be arranged.

.    Why not visit the Battle of the Boyne site during your stay. This important battleground site is of great historical significance, even in today's modern Ireland.
  -   www.battleoftheboyne.ie

.     Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site, Newgrange & Knowth at Donore and understand how far advanced our civilisation was 5,000 years ago with this testament to their knowledge of the alignment of the heavens and its significance to their every day lives.
  -   www.newgrange.com

.     Seat of the Kings of Ireland, the Hill of Tara is the most important centre of political and religious power in Pre-Christian Ireland.
  -   www.mythicalireland.com

.     A fun day out is guaranteed at the Rathbeggan Lakes Angling Centre and Family Park, with fly fishing, Kiddy fishing, Pet Farm, Nature Walk, Frizbee Golf and much more.
  -   www.rathbegganlakes.com

.     Trim Castle, built in 1173 by Hugh and his son, Walter De Lacy, stands proud in the town of Trim, and continues to draw awe-inspired crowds from around the world. Come and see for yourself why Mel Gibson chose this place as one of the major locations for his epic film "Braveheart".
  -   www.heritageireland.ie

.     Nature just needed a nudge for the Meath region to become a haven for golfers. Some of golf's greatest architects have made their mark here with incredible Championship Golf Courses, and a host of hidden gems to challenge every player. Everywhere you travel in Meath greets you with golf courses that offer excellent value and a real challenge. Some nearby Golf Courses include:

1. Knightsbrook Golf Course (Part of Knightsbrook Resort)
2. Navan Golf Club
3. Rathcore Golf Club
4. Meath Golf Club
5. Royal Tara
6. County Louth Golf Club
7. Headfort Golf Club

And many, many more............

.     Going to a Horse Racing Meeting is one of the most thrilling social experiences in Ireland. Enjoy horse racing right on the doorstep with Fairyhouse Racecourse, Navan Racecourse and Ireland's first all weather race track at Dundalk. Every year during September, Meath also have a unique horse race on the beach at Laytown.

www.fairyhouseracecourse.ie
www.navanracecourse.ie
www.dundalkstadium.com
www.goracing.com

.     Fishing is quite popular in Meath, with the abundant fresh water River Boyne, full of Brown and Rainbow Trout, Eels and Salmon. Fishing permits can be arranged and the River season lasts throughout the Spring and Summer.
  -   www.fishingireland.net


.     The zone is a 24000sq ft purpose built extreme activity centre with two floors of action, The zone houses Indoor Karting, Paintball, Pool Tables, Air Hockey Tables, Simulators and Computer Games, Coffee, Lunch & Refreshments.
  -   www.thezone.ie


.     Fishing is quite popular in Meath, with the abundant fresh water River Boyne, full of Brown and Rainbow Trout, Eels and Salmon. Fishing permits can be arranged and the River season lasts throughout the Spring and Summer.
  -   www.fishingireland.net

.     Fierce Vikings, fleeing monks and fighting lords - its no wonder that the makers of the movie ‘Braveheart’ chose Trim as the shooting location for their epic thriller. Another thrilling experience is a visit to Trim’s premier pub… The James Griffin, known locally as Lenihans. This pub is one of the oldest and the last remaining traditional pubs in Meath, having opened its doors in 1904.
www.jamesgriffinpub.ie

For More information on activities in the area, please log on to www.discoverireland.ie

Car hire here www.northernirelandcarhire.com

www.headfordgolfclub.ie
www.countylouthgolfclub.com