Mellifont Abbey, steeped in history, was the first Cistercian monastery in Ireland. Founded in 1142 by Saint Malachy, Archbishop of Armagh, it was built on the banks of the River Mattock, about 10km north of Drogheda and two miles from Monasterboice. The abbey flourished, and by 1170 it was home to one hundred monks and…
A new appeal for anyone with information about the Drogheda IPAS Centre arson attack has been made by Senator Alison Comyn in the Seanad. She said, “I am not going to comment on the vile creature who carried out the attack. It is the subject of a Garda investigation, and I want to let that happen. “Somebody…
Highlanes Municipal Art Gallery, which opened in 2006, is recognised as one of Ireland’s leading visual art spaces. Serving the North East region, it features national and international temporary exhibitions, as well as works from the Drogheda Municipal Art Collection, a remarkable collection dating from the mid-18th century. The gallery is housed in the former…
Ardee will come alive on Saturday, November 1st for the inaugural Ferdia Festival — a brand new, community-led celebration of arts, music, heritage, and creativity inspired by the spirit of Samhain and Halloween. Taking place across the town, the one-day festival will transform venues including St Mary’s Church, Ardee Library, Hatch’s Castle, the Dee Hub,…
From laughter-filled circus adventures to spooky parades and hands-on creative play, Drogheda is set to come alive this October with a fantastic line-up of family entertainment — perfect for little ones (and the young at heart!). 🎪 The Lonesome Boatman — A Circus-Theatre Adventure Sun 12 Oct | 3PM | €8 | Ages 5+ and…
The Boyne Valley offers a stunning variety of historic and modern gardens, both private and public. Your tour can include visits to award-winning garden centers, nurseries, cafés, and galleries. Many locations also provide information on guided tours, talks, and summer events. You’ll find contact details and website links to help you confirm opening times and…
Drogheda’s streets, cafés, and shopfronts came alive on Friday night as Droichead Arts Centre’s Night Moves programme lit up the town for Culture Night 2025. Running from 9.45pm until midnight, the ambitious late-night schedule brought together light installations, music, spoken word, visual art, and markets in venues not usually associated with the arts. Highlights included…
Drogheda will shine once again this autumn as the Lú Festival of Light returns from 24th–27th October 2025, transforming the town into an open-air gallery of story, spectacle, and light. Inspired by Ireland’s ancient myths and modern legends, this year’s festival brings to life tales of Cú Chulainn and Ferdia, The Morrigan, and Queen Maeve’s…
Drogheda United has announced that James Bolger has agreed a new deal with the club, extending his stay until the end of the 2026 season. Since joining in July 2024, Bolger has been a consistent performer for the Boynesiders. The defender made an immediate impact, finding the net on his debut in the FAI Cup…
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