Houses and Heritage Sites
Newgrange, Co. Meath
Entrance to the megalithic passage tomb at Newgrange, Co. Meath. The passage and chamber of the tomb are dramatically illuminated each year by the winter solstice sunrise.
By permission of Meath County Library.Newgrange, Co. Meath
By permission of Meath County Library.
By permission of Meath County Library.
Newgrange, Co. Meath
Entrance to the megalithic passage tomb at Newgrange, Co. Meath. The passage and chamber of the tomb are dramatically illuminated each year by the winter solstice sunrise.
By permission of Meath County Library.Some of the most important pre-historic sites in Western Europe are located in Co. Meath, such as Newgrange, Brú na Bóinne, Loughcrew and the Hill of Tara. These show a long settlement history in the county. These sites sit alongside castles, grand mansions, thatched cottages, modern bungalows and recent housing developments.
Meath is well known for its rich, flat farmland with fields enclosed by hedges and trees. Meath's long farming tradition is responsible for the many large farmhouses in the county, which are often close to yards with sheds and stables for livestock.
In this section, we will look back in time at the history of some of Meath's big houses. We will also look at modern housing developments in the county.