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What's On This Easter!
 

Trim Balloon Fiesta 2nd-5th April

 
 
Easter Racing Festival at Fairyhouse 4th-6th April
 
 
Easter Bunny & Secret Gardens at Grove Gardens 4th-5th April
 
 
Easter Egg Fun Weekend at Newgrange Farm 3rd-5th April
 
 
Eggciting Easter Treasure Hunt at Battle of Boyne site 4th April
 
Meath Food Affair

Dining Special Offers

Meath Online Newsletter Issued on 19/03/2010

Discover Meath this Easter!!

Pack your bag and get ready an Easter break of a life-time in County Meath. You will be spoilt for choice!

Choose from the first Trim Hot Air Balloon Fiesta which promises to be a spectacular sea of colour with special balloon from all around the world. Or take yourself to Fairyhouse to back the winner of the Powers Irish Grand National! There will be Easter Egg fun galore at the Easter Bunny Secret House in Grove Gardens & Open Farm, Fordstown and Newgrange Farm, Slane. Or join the Easter Egg Treasure Hunt at the site of the Battle of the Boyne!

With incredible accommodation offers and a whole host of other eclectic activities and events taking place around the County, you’d be mad not to Meath a whirl this Easter! See you here!

Grab the chance to escape this year to our invigorating County of Meath.

In this issue...

Are you sitting down? See our incredible special offers in Meath!
Check out all the Easter Fun & Events
Can't make it this Easter? Don't worry…Meath is buzzing all year round

See all 2010 Special Offers

Meath Food Affair

Find Special Offers in County Meath

Specialist Accomodation, Guesthouses, B&B, Self-Catering

TankardstownTankardstown House
Arrive to your luxurious Courtyard Suite before going for a pampering back massage or facial. Have a stroll on the grounds with the dogs, a dip in the hot tub within the walled garden, and a cosy DVD night. Wake up to a Full Irish breakfast delivered to your door and spend the morning browsing the Farmers Market that is here that Sunday. Then head to the restaurant for a pre lunch Bellini before being served a sumptuous Easter Sunday Lunch. One nights’ accommodation, breakfast, a pre lunch Bellini, Lunch & a treatment costs just €159 pps. And why not stay a second night for only an additional €70.00pps
www.tankardstown.ie

The CottagesThe Cottages, Bettystown
Chilling out by the sea... €195 pps 3 nights all inclusive. Offer includes scrummy brunch in ‘Relish’.
Come and explore the mysterious and ancient beauty of the Boyne Valley, stretch your limbs and ease your mind on the miles of sandy beach. Experience your own dream cottage, as seen in the ‘Cutting Edge Cottages’ article in the Irish Times.  Great golf, restaurants, pubs, and Craic! It’s time to consider a unique seaside break, exhilarating Spring days discovering the East Coast in total comfort
www.cottages-ireland.com

Newgrange LodgeNewgrange Lodge
Enjoy a short getaway together in the Boyne Valley and experience Meath's Newest Open Farm a delight for all the Family.  
Family rooms with Complimentary Family Pass to Red Mountain Open Farm (2 Ad + 2 Ch) €95 Family Room & Farm Pass (15% off a 2nd Night)
www.newgrangelodge.com

 

 

 

Tigh CathainTigh Cathain, Trim
Celebrating Trim Balloon Fiesta
3 night special for Easter for B&B €105pps April 2/3/4th
www.tighcathaintrim.com

 

Clonleason Gate LodgeClonleason Gate Lodge
Special April Offer. Any 3 nights, for 2 people -€225
Coffee on arrival and a chicken pie for supper Loads of firewood for the sitting room fire, everything else provided!
www.clonleason.com

 

Millrace LodgeMillrace Lodge, Navan
Easter at Meath’s Leading Budget Accommodation!
Special Easter Week-End Offer at Millrace Lodge Ensuite/double/single/twin and dorm rooms available from €20.  Continental breakfast and the facility of a self-catering kitchen included in price. Can you afford not to make that call?
www.navanaccommodationcentre.ie

Beechwood LodgeBeechwood Lodge
Special shapes hot air balloon Fiesta in Trim...
Horseracing in Fairyhouse...
3 nights €425            Self catering 6 people
3 nights €325            Self catering 4 people
3 nights €225            Self catering 2 people
www.beechwood-lodge.ie

 

Slane Farm CottageSlane Farm
Stay in our renovated farm buildings that were once stables and coach house and now turned into luxury accommodation at a reasonable price. Explore the walks throughout the farm to the Ancient Hill of Slane where St Patrick lit the Pascal Fire or visit our Dairy Farm where you can see the work in progress Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the local pubs
Rates: €18 pps in dormitories, €25 pps in private rooms.
www.slanefarmcottages.com

Teach CuailgneTeach Cuailgne B&B
Easter Specials! €35pps. Including breakfast. Stay two or three nights €30pps. Special rates for family sharing.
www.teachcuailgne.com

 

 

Kiltale houseKiltale Farm Holidays
Easter Special at Kiltale Farm Holiday
Need to unwind and de-stress? Why not visit Kiltale Farm just the place to get away from it all. Enjoy the Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse with our 2 complimentary race tickets. 2 nights s/c accommodation €200.00, 4th night free based on 2 people sharing
www.meathselfcatering.com

Beach LodgeBeech Lodge, Bettystown Sea-Side Easter Bliss
2 nights for the price of one, i.e.   double/twin 2 people sharing € 70 euros for the two nights per room to include full Irish breakfast
www.beachlodge.ie

 

 

Decoy Country HouseDecoy Country Cottages
Relax, unwind and recharge at Decoy Country Cottages - luxury you can afford.
Free family pass to the National Aquatic Centre with all weekly bookings. Houses available per week from €395!
www.decoycountrycottages.ie

 

Hotels 

Knightsbrook hotelKnightsbrook Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Trim
Easter Two Night Break only €169pps!
2 nights Bed & Full Irish Breakfast each morning plus dinner on one evening in our Rococo Restaurant An Easter Egg turndown will be provided for each child!
www.knightsbrook.com

 

Dunboyne Castle HotelDunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa
Celebrate Easter at the Castle from €115.00 pps!
Treat yourself to a 2 night break, full Irish Breakfast and an evening meal in the Ivy Brasserie on the evening of your choice for just €115 per person sharing. Guests can also enjoy access to the Hydrotherapy Pool & Thermal Suites at Seoid Spa. www.dunboynecastlehotel.com

 

Hot Air BaloonHeadfort Arms Hotel
Family Adventure Break in Kells €199 inclusive for 2 adults & 2 Children.
Two Nights Bed & Breakfast in a Family Room, including a visit to Grove Gardens & Tropical Aviary Easter Bunny Secret House Experience & Trim Hot Air Ballooning Fiesta. Stone Baked Pizza & Kiddies DVD on return for children Book this Package and STAY GOOD FRIDAY Night for FREE (€30 child supp)
www.headfortarms.ie

Trim Castle HotelTrim Castle Hotel
A Historic stay overlooking Trim Castle for the Trim Balloon Fiesta.
2 Nights packages with 1 evening meal from €230 in total 3 Night packages with 1 evening meal from €310 in total Trim – Where Easter has it’s Home!
www.trimcastlehotel.com

 

 

Station House hotelStation House Hotel, Kilmessan
Idylic break at this restored Station House!
3 nights B&B plus 2 dinners in the Michelin Guide 2010 Award Winning Signal Restaurant €140pps. Free Shuttle Bus to Trim for groups of six or more. CHILDREN UNDER 12 STAY FREE
www.stationhousehotel.com

 

City North HotelCity North Hotel
A landmark location for a landmark occasion!
Family Easter Break €299 total price! A family visit to the Red Mountain Open Farm nearby..great fun for the kids with a little bit of education thrown in for good measure!  Keep a watchful eye for our Easter Bunny on the loose during your Easter lunch (3 course with tea/coffee) on Sunday 5th April!
www.citynorthhotel.com

 

 

Newgrange hotelNewgrange Hotel Navan
Old worlde Easter Break in the heart of Navan!
2 nights Bed & Full Irish Breakfast each morning plus dinner on one evening in our Bridge Restaurant for only €105 pps. Easter Egg turndown will be provided for each child!
www.cusackhotels.com

 

 

Bettystown Court HotelBettystown Court Hotel
4* Seaside Easter Splendour €129pps.
Two Nights Bed & Breakfast and One Evening Meal. Lenny Lions Kids Club Open Daily! Children under 12 share free for B&B.
www.bettystowncourthotel.com

 

 

 

MarriottAshbourne Marriott Hotel
Grand National Package Rates from €269.00 pps.
2 nights Bed & Breakfast, plus 1 evening meal. Exquisite hospitality at the races on Easter Monday Transfers to & from the racecourse on a request basis Entrance passes for 2 adults on Easter Monday  Easter Family Escape Package Rates from €298.00 with egg hunt & Kiddies Club
www.marriottashbourne.com

Things To Do This Easter

Fairyhouse Racecourse
Set Your Heart Racing this Easter at the home of the Irish Grand National! Ireland’s Leading Easter Festival! 20% discount on all adult admission tickets purchased online
www.fairyhouseracecourse.ie

Fairyhouse

 

The ZoneThe Zone Extreme Activity Centre, Navan
100 Rounds of Ammo FREE with a booked Paintball game if you mention Meath Tourism while booking! Ireland’s Largest Indoor Paintball arena – Has to be seen to be believed!
www.thezone.ie

 

hot air baloonsTrim Hot Air Balloon Fiesta April 2nd-5th
Spectacular balloons from all over the world in the shadow of Trim Castle. Fun for all the family!
www.trimballoonfiesta.com

 

 

Battle of the BoyneBattle of the Boyne, Oldbridge
'Eggciting' Easter Treasure Hunt at Battle of Boyne Site 4th April Starts on Front Lawn at 2.30 pm. Come along and win some treasure. Parental supervision is required.
www.battleoftsheboyne.ie

 

 

FuntasiaFuntasia Bettystown
'It's unlimited fun at Funtasia for only €9.95. Yes we are offering all day fun including bowling,the play area, all the fairground rides and the 3D motion theatre for only €9.95. It is Fun Unlimited every weekend in March from Friday at 3pm until close and Saturday and Sunday from 10 am until close.
www.funtasia.ie

 

easter eggEaster Egg Fun Weekend at Newgrange Farm 3rd-5th April
Farmer Bill will put you through your paces to find the elusive eggs!
www.newgrangefarm.com

 

 

 

RathcoreRathcore Golf & Country Club
GOOD FRIDAY 2nd APRIL - OPEN 3 PERSON TEAM EVENT €20pp EASTER SATURDAY 3rd APRIL - OPEN 3 PERSON TEAM EVENT €20pp EASTER MONDAY 5th April - OPEN 3 PERSON TEAM EVENT €20pp
www.rathcoregolfandcountryclub.com

 

 

Newgrange falconryNewgrange Falconry
Spectacular flying displays, falconry lessons & static displays! 10% discount on all falconry lessons with Newgrange Falconry.
www.newgrangefalconry.com

 

 

 

easter bunnyEaster Bunny & Secret Gardens at Grove Gardens 4th-5th April
Come and meet the Easter Bunny and all his pals. Travel through the long and winding burrow and meet strange and wonderful characters until you finally reach Bunny's secret house where you can have a chat with Bunny and receive a treat
www.grovegardensandopenfarm.com

 

Fairy House Cookery SchoolFairyhouse Food & Wine School Learn to Cook – Love to Cook!
Become a master chef at the genial Billie O’Shea’s Food & Wine School! 3 hour MASTER CLASS, 7pm to 10pm, Cost €50 per person – Monday 10th May, CREATIVE CAKES and May 24th, THE ART OF SAUCES. 1-Day Hands On Courses, Men in Kitchen  & 1 –Day Kids Cookery also available!
www.fairyhousecookeryschool.com

 

BellewstownBellewstown Golf Gourse
State of the Art Golf now only €25 at weekends!
www.bellewstowngolf.com

 

 

 

HarpJan Muyllaert (Instrument Maker)
15 % web discount
Jan Muyllaert has been making stringed instruments for over 30 years. His Irish harps are known world wide for their quality and sound. Native Irish wood is used. Carving and inlay work also carried out on other items other than instruments
www.irishharps.net

 

 

 

Harvest Home BakeryHarvest Home Bakery Trim
Delicious treats in the heart of Trim! Harvest Bundle Offer" An Apple tart, soda or spelt bread and half dozen scones. "6 cream slices (chocolate eclairs, coffee slices..........!) all for 9 euro!
www.harvesthomebakery.ie

 

 

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