Townleyhall passage grave, Monknewton
#1 among attractions in Monknewton
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Monknewton Ireland
Townleyhall passage grave – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Newgrange, Knowth, Dowth, Monasterboice.
Neolithic monuments and visitor centreNewgrange, Brú Na Bóinne Archaeological Park
53 min walk • Nestled in the lush green landscape of Donore, County Meath, Ireland, the ancient monument of Newgrange stands as a testament to a civilization long gone but not forgotten. This prehistoric site, part of the larger Brú Na Bóinne Archaeological Park, is a marvel of...
Neolithic site with tombs and rock artKnowth, Brú Na Bóinne Archaeological Park
55 min walk • Knowth is a Neolithic passage grave and an ancient monument of the World Heritage Site of Brú na Bóinne located 8.4 km west of Drogheda in Ireland's valley of the River Boyne. It is the largest passage grave of the Brú na Bóinne complex. It consists of a large mound and 17 smaller satellite tombs.
Prehistoric siteDowth, Brú Na Bóinne Archaeological Park
31 min walk • Dowth is a Neolithic passage tomb located in the Boyne Valley, County Meath, Ireland. It is one of the three principal tombs of the Brú na Bóinne World Heritage Site – a landscape of prehistoric monuments including the large passage-tombs of Dowth, Newgrange and Knowth.
Cemetery, MonasteryMonasterboice
106 min walk • Nestled in the verdant countryside of County Louth, Ireland, the ancient monastic site of Monasterboice is a testament to Ireland's rich ecclesiastical heritage and history. Established in the late 5th century by Saint Buithe, it holds not only spiritual significance...
Monastery, Sacred and religious sites, Historical placeMellifont Abbey, Drogheda
41 min walk • Nestled in the serene countryside near Drogheda, Ireland, the ancient ruins of Mellifont Abbey whisper tales of bygone monastic life. Founded in 1142 by Saint Malachy of Armagh, Mellifont Abbey holds the distinction of being the first Cistercian monastery in Ireland...
Tourist information, Museum, History museumBrú na Bóinne Visitor Centre, Balbriggan
49 min walk • The Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre is the starting point for all visits to the monuments of the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Brú na Bóinne, notably the passage graves of Newgrange and Knowth. It is located eight kilometers west of Drogheda in County Meath, Ireland.
BridgeMary McAleese Boyne Valley Bridge, Brú Na Bóinne Archaeological Park
57 min walk • The Mary McAleese Boyne Valley Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge in County Meath, and County Louth, Ireland. It spans the Boyne River 3 kilometres west of Drogheda on the county boundary between County Meath and County Louth and is part of the M1 Northern Motorway.
ChurchSt. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Drogheda
104 min walk • St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church stands as a testament to both the spiritual heritage and the architectural prowess of Drogheda, Ireland. This imposing Gothic Revival structure, completed in the 19th century, is not only a place of worship but also a beacon of...
53°43'24"N • 6°25'24"WBattle of the Boyne Visitor Centre, Drogheda
30 min walk • Visitor center, Historical place, Museum
ChurchSt. Peter's Church, Drogheda
104 min walk • St. Peter's Church in Drogheda, Ireland, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. This imposing structure is not only a place of worship but also a monument steeped in history, attracting visitors from far and wide.
Meath