United Park, Drogheda

#14 among attractions in Drogheda

Football, Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums

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United Park, also known as Head In The Game Park, and formerly O2 Park and Hunky Dorys Park for sponsorship purposes, is a football stadium in Drogheda, Ireland. The ground has been home to League of Ireland side Drogheda United since 1979. It was officially opened on 12 August 1979 with a friendly against Queens Park Rangers F.C. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1979 (45 years ago)Capacity: 3500Coordinates: 53°43'24"N, 6°21'27"W

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Windmill RdDrogheda Ireland

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Day trips

United Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Saint Laurence Gate, Highlanes Gallery, St. Peter's Church.

0.6 miS
Church
St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Drogheda
16 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...
0.7 miSE
Architecture, Historical place, Memorial
Saint Laurence Gate, Drogheda
18 min walk • Saint Laurence Gate, standing proudly in the historic town of Drogheda, Ireland, is a testament to the town's medieval past. This imposing structure, which dates back to the 13th century, was once part of the walled fortifications that encircled Drogheda, serving as a...
0.7 miSE
Art gallery, Museum, Shopping
Highlanes Gallery, Drogheda
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Drogheda, Ireland, Highlanes Gallery stands as a beacon of culture and art within the historic landscape of the town. Housed in a former Franciscan Church, the gallery presents a unique fusion of sacred architecture and contemporary art...
0.6 miS
Church
St. Peter's Church, Drogheda
16 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.
0.4 miSE
Observation decks and towers, Historical place, Tower
Magdalene Tower, Drogheda
12 min walk • Magdalene Tower is a landmark located at the highest point of the northern part of Drogheda, County Louth, in Ireland. All that now remains of the once important Dominican Friary is the belfry tower. Lucas de Netterville, then Archbishop of Armagh, founded the monastery in about 1224.
0.9 miS
Museum, History museum, Military museum
Millmount Fort, Drogheda
23 min walk • Millmount is a large fortified complex situated on a great mound on the South bank of the River Boyne located in Drogheda, County Louth, Ireland.
0.9 miSE
Bridge
Boyne Viaduct, Drogheda
24 min walk • The Boyne Viaduct, a 30-metre-high railway bridge, or viaduct, that crosses the River Boyne in Drogheda, carrying the main Dublin–Belfast railway line.
0.5 miS
53°42'59"N • 6°21'20"W
Newgrange, Drogheda
13 min walk • Museum
0.9 miS
53°42'42"N • 6°20'58"W
Millmount Museum & Tower, Drogheda
23 min walk • Museum
~430 ftW
Sport, Sport venue
Drogheda Park, Drogheda
3 min walk • Drogheda Park is a GAA stadium in Drogheda, County Louth, Ireland. It is the home of the Louth gaelic football team. The ground has a capacity of about 3,500. It is one of the smallest county GAA stadium in Ireland. O'Raghallaighs GFC also use the county grounds for club games.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to United Park?

Nearby attractions include Magdalene Tower, Drogheda (12 min walk), Newgrange, Drogheda (13 min walk), St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Drogheda (16 min walk), St. Peter's Church, Drogheda (16 min walk).

How to get to United Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to United Park:

Bus

Drogheda Bus Station (21 min walk)

Train

Drogheda MacBride (31 min walk)