Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park

THINGS TO DO

Exploring tradition, heritage, nature, and activity!

Aghanargit, Moate, Co. Westmeath, N37 P271

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A sculpture depicting Lugh, Irish mythological god, emerging from the ground with his legendary fiery spear.

Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park offers a multitude of amenities.

Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park, set in a stunning 27-acre parkland in the heart of Ireland, offers a diverse range of recreational, educational, cultural, and historical activities for all ages.

Pronounced “Doon na Shee”, meaning “fort of the fairies”, the park features a Heritage Trail, Vintage Museum, reconstructed historical sites, a Pet Farm, walking trails, Fairy Island, a turlough (seasonal lake), playgrounds, sculptures, and tea rooms. Trace your Westmeath roots in the Genealogy Centre and explore Irish culture at the Comhaltas Teach Cheoil.

Highlights include:

  • Lough Statue – A tribute to the god of sun and harvest, featuring a 4,000-year-old bog oak spear.
  • Fur-ever Friends Farm – Home to rescued animals, including Misty the donkey.
  • 19th-Century Farmhouse – A glimpse into traditional rural life.
  • Gráinne Óg Sculpture – Created by Ann Meldon Hugh.
  • Rural Museum – Preserved agricultural tools and machinery.
  • Turlough – A seasonal lake unique to limestone landscapes.
  • Hens & Ducks – Free-roaming fowl adding charm to the park.
  • Fisherman’s Cottage – Showcasing Westmeath’s fishing heritage.
  • Art in the Park – Sculptures from local students.
  • Turf Stack – A traditional peat-drying structure.
  • Bothán – A reconstructed 19th-century mud cabin.
  • Dolmen – A megalithic tomb from the Neolithic era.
  • Sensory Garden – A tranquil space designed to engage the senses.

With so much to see and do, Dún na Sí promises a full day of discovery and enjoyment for visitors of all ages. Come explore!

 

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