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Things to do near Annesbrook

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13 strong matches for your family · plus 11 more nearby Live listings from Fáilte Ireland and Heritage Ireland
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Feel Good Bike Experiences

Open dates vary · Check official times About 25 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesHire bikes, including electric bikes, kids' bikes, trailers, and seats, to cycle the Boyne Valley Greenway. Pick up from Navan or Park Beo, or get them delivered nationwide.

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Martry Mill

Open dates vary · Check official times About 25 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can take a tour of this historic watermill, learn about flour production and baking, and see the old machinery in action. In summer, there are special milling and baking experiences.

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Knockbride Festival Family Fun Day

Sun 16 Aug 2026 · Check official times About 25 min drive €20
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Why it matchesThis community festival has plenty for families, with a puppet show, magic show, amusements, and face painting for children. There are also vintage vehicles, a dog show, and live music.

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Cavan County Museum

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Why it matchesExplore Cavan's past from ancient times to the World War One trenches. There is a playground and a peace garden, and a tearoom for a cuppa.

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Causey Farm

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Why it matchesFamilies can see sheepdogs working, pet Connemara ponies, and learn to bake traditional soda bread. There are also traditional music workshops.

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Mellowes Adventure & Childcare

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Best for ages up to 10 years Mostly outdoor Check opening details

Why it matchesThis is an activity centre for children with lots of things to do. You can relax in the picnic area while the kids have fun in a safe, supervised environment.

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Púca Festival: Sorcas na Samhna

Thu 29 Oct 2026 – Sun 1 Nov 2026 · Check official times About 30 min drive €20
Suits all ages Mostly outdoor Booking available

Why it matchesSee a Halloween-themed circus show with live Irish music and performers. It is part of a bigger festival celebrating Halloween.

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Navan Comic Con 2026

Sun 1 Nov 2026 · Check official times About 35 min drive €15
Suits all ages Indoor activity Booking available

Why it matchesThis is a family-friendly event where you can see guests from movies and comics, and find Pokemon cards and other collectibles.

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Spirits of Meath

Fri 2 Oct 2026 – Sun 8 Nov 2026 · Check official times About 40 min drive €0
Suits all ages, with options for teens Indoor & outdoor Check booking availability

Why it matchesThis festival offers a range of Halloween-themed activities across Meath. Families can pick pumpkins, explore adventure centres, or try a daytime 'Tricky Trail'. Teenagers might prefer the 'After Dark' events or Farmaphobia.

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Newgrange Open Farm and Coffee Shop

Open dates vary · Check official times About 45 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can explore a working farm, learn about Irish farming history, and get hands-on with friendly animals by bottle-feeding, holding, and petting them. There is also a coffee shop and picnic areas.

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Town Park, Ballybay

Open dates vary · Check official times About 45 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesThis park has walking trails, a playground for all children, sports courts, and fishing stands. There are picnic spots for families to use.

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The Poppy Garden

Open dates vary · Check official times About 25 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesWander around The Poppy Garden, a lovely spot with flowers, quirky features, and friendly dogs. Enjoy the views of Loughcrew Hills and have a cup of tea and cake.

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The Old Bridge, Trim

Open dates vary · Check official times About 40 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can pause on The Old Bridge in Trim, County Meath, to see one of Ireland's oldest complete and unaltered working bridges crossing the River Boyne.

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Loughcrew Historic Gardens

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Why it matchesFamilies can explore historic gardens with sculptures, water features, and woodland walks. Look out for Alice in Wonderland characters and fairies. There are also remnants of a medieval mote and St Oliver Plunkett's family church.

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Mullaghmeen

Open dates vary · Check official times About 30 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesMullaghmeen is Ireland's largest planted beech forest, offering walks and cycling trails. Families can picnic, explore famine field walls, and see a Booley Hut and Flax Pits.

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Fore Abbey

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