Things to Do and See in Kells County Meath

Activity Breaks Kells

Discover Kells & the Boyne Valley with Headfort Arms Hotel.

Whether you're searching for adventure, cultural insights, heritage, family fun, or a little bit of everything, Kells and its stunning surroundings offer a treasure trove of experiences. Just 35 minutes from Dublin off the M3 motorway on the N52, Kells is a vibrant heritage town best known as the original home of the Book of Kells - now controversially housed in Trinity College Dublin. But there’s far more to explore here than ancient manuscripts.

A Gateway to the Boyne Valley & Beyond

Headfort Arms Hotel is your ideal base for exploring the very best of Ireland’s Ancient East, with incredible attractions and scenic adventures all within easy reach. Boyne Valley Greenway: Cycle or stroll through picturesque landscapes from Kells to the Lakelands, perfect for an adventure. Spire of Lloyd: Ireland’s only inland lighthouse, this iconic structure offers panoramic views of Meath’s lush countryside. Girley Bog Eco Walk: Step into a rare raised bog habitat - an eco-lovers paradise, rich in biodiversity and ideal for a relaxing springtime walk.

Here's the list of our favourite things to do in the Boyne Valley

1. Soak up history in the heritage town of Kells, from the ancient stone crosses to St Colmcille's House and the Round Tower and the Tower of Loyd - the latter has a playground too

2. Explore the bog at The Causey Farm at Fordstown, Navan. Learn how to Bog Jump, Make a Rope or Milk A Cow. Causey runs brilliant events throughout the year from the Fairy & Elf Fairs to the Summer Family Days and the truly scary Halloween Experience.

3. Did you know that Trim Castle took more than 30 years to build, back in the 12th century? It's a fascinating place to explore and it also served as the backdrop to the Oscar-winning film, Braveheart.

4. Visit Sonairte (The National Ecology Centre) in Laytown and enjoy the Nature Trail & River Walk, or admire the cool educational products in the eclectic Eco Shop.

5. Take a long stroll through the fabulous Mullaghmeen Forest Park, near Oldcastle, with more than 1,000 acres of land and a wide variety of walks available.

6. Feed the animals, explore the straw maze and take a tractor and trailer trip - all part of the fun on offer at Newgrange Farm near Slane. Watch out for the Sheep Races!

7. Meath has just seven miles of Coastline, but there are some great beaches at Bettystown, Laytown and Mornington. Bring a bucket and spade, go paddling in the shallows or play chase in the sand dunes.

8. Climb the Hill of Tara and pretend that you are an ancient King or Queen of The Royal County - and the views are spectacular too!

9. Bee Wise Nature Trail Embrace the magical world of Paddy and the Gorman family to see nature from nature’s perspective. Take a guided experience of a 5-acre nature trail discussing the habitats, flora and fauna and lifecycles of woodland creatures.

10. The best historical tours are those that make you see the past from a fresh perspective. Putting you on a giant inflatable raft will do that! Hop into a kayak or a raft with Boyne Valley Activitie

Things To Do & See