Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre – Oldbridge Estate
Where two kings fought for Europe’s future
Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre – Oldbridge Estate
Where two kings fought for Europe’s future
Battle of the Boyne's Visitor Centre access point is currently through the stable
Part of the exhibition remains closed, so we are offering free entry to all visitors
Admission
Adult: €5.00
Group/Senior: €4.00
Child/Student: €3.00
Family: €13.00
Free admission to the grounds and Walled Garden (battlesite walkways).
Free self-guided admission into the Exhibition for a limited time only.
Getting here
Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre
Oldbridge House
Oldbridge
Drogheda
Co. Meath
A92 CY68
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Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre – Oldbridge Estate
On 1 July 1690 (Old Style), King William III clashed with his father-in-law, King James II, on the River Boyne at Oldbridge, County Meath.
Both kings commanded their armies in person. There were 36,000 men on the Williamite side and 25,000 on the Jacobite side. It was the largest number of troops ever deployed on an Irish battlefield. At stake were the British throne, French dominance in Europe and religious power in Ireland. William was victorious – and the continent was changed forever.
On the battleground itself, in a recently restored eighteenth-century house, now stands the Battle of the Boyne visitor centre. The centre contains original weapons and a laser model of the battlefield. It is a treasure trove for anyone who wants to find out more about this pivotal episode in Irish and European history.
Highlights
Gallery
Opening Times
Open all Year
Groups of 10 or more need to book in advance.
Last admission 1 hour before closing.
Average Length of Visit: Visitor Centre – 45 minutes. Self Guiding Walks – 1 hour
Christmas 2024:
Christmas Eve: 24 December
Visitor Centre, Tearoom, Walled Garden & Toilets Closed. Car Park and Front Gates open 8:00 to 13:00 – Last entry to Parklands at 12:00
Christmas Day- 25 December
Entire Site Closed
St. Stephen’s Day – 26 December
Visitor Centre, Tearoom, Walled Garden & Toilets closed. Car Park and Gates open 8:00 to 18:00 Last entry to Parklands at 16:00
27 December
Visitor Centre closed,
Tearoom, Walled Garden, Toilets and Parklands open normal hours.
28, 29 & 30 December
Open: Normal hours
New Year’s Eve – 31 December
Visitor Centre, Tearoom, Walled Garden & Toilets closed. Car Park and Gates open 8:00 to 18:00 – Last entry to Parklands at 16:00
New Year’s Day – 01 January 2025
Visitor Centre, Tearoom, Walled Garden & Toilets closed Car Park and Gates open 8:00 to 18:00 – Last entry to Parklands at 16:00
2 January 2025
Open: Normal hours
Notice
Please note that Visitors to the site who may require special assistance or those with mobility issues should contact the Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre directly on +353 41 980 9950 in advance of their visit
Grounds: Dogs are welcome but must be kept on leads at all times. No cycling on walkways. No fire lighting. No camping. No Barbeques.
During the winter season, the Visitor Centre may not open due to adverse weather conditions. In the event of bad weather, please phone +353 41 980 9950 before commencing your journey to avoid disappointment and for up-to-date information. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Hazard Warning
Canal and river nearby – deep water caution. Uneven terrain in park lands – suitable footwear required.
Seasonal Opening Times
- January - April
Daily 9:00 – 16:00
- May – September
Daily 10:00 – 17:00
- October – December
Daily 09:00 – 16:00
Christmas 2024:
Christmas Eve: 24 December
Visitor Centre, Tearoom, Walled Garden & Toilets Closed.
Car Park and Front Gates open 8:00 to 13:00 – Last entry to Parklands at 12:00Christmas Day- 25 December
Entire Site ClosedSt. Stephen’s Day – 26 December
Visitor Centre, Tearoom, Walled Garden & Toilets closed.
Car Park and Gates open 8:00 to 18:00 Last entry to Parklands at 16:0027 December
Visitor Centre closed
Tearoom, Walled Garden, Toilets and Parklands open normal hours
28, 29 & 30December
Open: Normal hoursNew Year’s Eve – 31 December
Visitor Centre, Tearoom, Walled Garden & Toilets closed.
Car Park and Gates open 8:00 to 18:00 – Last entry to Parklands at 16:00New Year’s Day – 01 January 2025
Visitor Centre, Tearoom, Walled Garden & Toilets closed
Car Park and Gates open 8:00 to 18:00 – Last entry to Parklands at 16:002 January 2025
Open Normal hours
Contact
Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre
Oldbridge House
Oldbridge
Drogheda
Co. Meath
A92 CY68
041 980 9950
Getting Here
Access Information:
Exit 9 on the M1 or via Donore Village
As part of the Boyne Boardwalk Refurbishment Scheme, Meath County Council are closing a section of the Oldbridge Road to vehicular traffic.
This includes its junction with Sheephouse Road to its junction with the Rathmullan Road. The road will remain open for pedestrians.
Bus information:
TFI Local Link Route 163 Athboy to Drogheda will make getting around Meath and Louth by bus even easier. Route 163 will operate 8 times per day, 7 days a week – creating a new connection to Kentstown and Duleek. Route 163 will provide improved
access to Brú na Bóinne (Newgrange) and the Battle of the Boyne as well as improved connectivity to regional bus services and hospitals in both Drogheda and Navan.
Click the relevant icon below to open Maps directions
Facilities
- Audio Visual Show
- Café
- Car park
- Card Accepted
- Coach parking
- Exhibition
- Gift Shop
- Guided tours
- Toilets
- Wheelchair Accessible Toilet
Restrictions
- Dogs on lead
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Resources
Social Guide
Download, print and read our social guide (PDF) about visiting Battle of the Boyne. This will help first-time visitors, families and people with developmental and learning disabilities to prepare for a visit to Battle of the Boyne.
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Educational Resources
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