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Meath
Expand your mind with ancient sites and pristine countryside in the very delightful County Meath.
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Fairyhouse is the home of Ireland’s premier National Hunt race, the Powers Gold Label Irish Grand National, which is run every year on Easter Monday.
Meath is renowned for some excellent golf courses, many of which have been designed by professional golfer Des Smyth. Check out the likes of Glebe, Kilcock, Bellewstown and Ashbourne to name just a few.
Meath is blessed with lots of beautiful gardens, which are guaranteed to enchant and charm. Try Hamwood House with its rare collection of trees and shrubs, Loughcrew with beautiful vistas and pretty water-gardens, and Grove Gardens with a rose garden, tropical bird sanctuary and mini zoo.
From forest parks to refreshing seaside spots, walking in Meath gets you close to nature and brings you through beautifully unspoiled countryside and coast.