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Newbarn Farm

Meet farm animals, enjoy local food at the coffee shop and browse the farm shop in Ashbourne.

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Where
New Barn Farm, A84DP49, Dublin Rd, A84A4X6, Meath (Both indoors and out)Directions
Cost
No admission price listed
Ages
Suits all ages
Phone
+35318499337
Official site

What to expect

Newbarn Farm in County Meath offers an authentic rural experience just 15 minutes from the M50. Families can visit the open farm to meet and interact with friendly farm animals, enjoy locally sourced meals at Neddy's Coffee Shop, and shop for fresh produce and artisanal goods at the farm shop.

More information

Booking
No booking required
Time to allow
1-2 hours
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Categories

  • farm
  • services and business
  • agricultural service

Family practicalities

  • Pram-friendly (likely)
  • Baby changing (likely)
  • Step-free access (likely)
  • Café on site
  • Toilets

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Location

New Barn Farm, A84DP49, Dublin Rd, A84A4X6, Meath

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