Discover the hidden treasures of our tranquil village surroundings. From the exhilarating adventures at Emerald Park to delving into the area's rich history at Newgrange and the Hill of Tara, there's something for everyone. Immerse yourself in the Royal County's profound history and Ireland's Ancient East.
Stroll along the serene river Boyne or hike up the Hill of Slane, where St. Patrick's defiance of High King Laoire is etched in legend. A leisurely walk from Conyngham Arms Hotel brings you to the gates of Slane Castle, a bastion of history and host to legendary concerts. Explore the innovative Slane Whiskey Distillery, a zero waste, self-sufficient gem, offering tours and delightful cocktails to cap off your day.
As evening descends, enjoy a leisurely meal at our restaurant. Or for a more intimate experience, unwind in one of the local pubs, where a warm welcome and a perfect pint of Guinness await.
Nearby Attractions
- Hill of Slane
- Slane Castle & Whiskey Distillery
- Newgrange (Bru na Boinne Visitor Centre)
- Dowth
- Knowth
- Hill of Tara
- Trim Castle
- Loughcrew Cairns
- Kells High Crosses
- Mellifont Abbey
- Monsterboice High Cross & Monastic Site
- Battle of Boyne Site (Oldbridge Estate)
- Emerald Park (formerly Tayto Park)
Sports
For the sporting enthusiasts Conyngham Arms Hotel is privileged to be situated in a location with an easy access to Ireland’s top sporting venues:
- Horse racing at nearby, Navan, Fairyhouse, Bellewstown, Laytown and Dundalk.
- Golf Courses nearby, County Louth (Baltray), Headfort, Killeen Castle, Seapoint, Royal Tara and Laytown & Bettystown.
As we are located within 10 mins of the M1 Motorway other top golf courses that are very accessible are Portmarnock, Royal Dublin and Royal County Down.
Local Walks
The Boyne Valley Greenway is about 10km from Slane and when completed will run from Slane to Kingscourt.
There are some fabulous local walks in and around Slane.
The ramparts - on one side, this will take you towards Newgrange, and the other will take you along the Slane Castle grounds. Both meander along the River Boyne with beautiful serenity, definitely worth a stroll.
Littlewood forest – is just outside the village, offering a lovely peaceful but shorter walk.
Townley Hall Woods – just 9km outside Slane towards Drogheda, the walk is steeped in both fine woodland and ancient history. With the estate bordering on Brú na Bóinne, and near the Battle of the Boyne site, this woodland walk is unlike any other. Wander through King William’s Glen, and drink in the peace and quiet of this historic forest.
For further details on things to do, you can either pop into the Slane Visitor Centre in the village or take a look at the below tourism websites.
