Dowdstown House is situated on the banks of the Boyne in the grounds
of Dalgan Park. It is a peaceful haven to soothe body, mind and spirit.
The
area is rich in wild life, with scenic woodland and river walks. One
could commune with nature as one strolls along by the banks of the Skane
and the Boyne rivers that flow through the property. It was once the
home of General Thomas Taylor who served with the Duke of Wellington
at Waterloo. He had the grounds planted in the pattern of the troops
before the battle.
Dowdstown House is Built in the neo-jacobite fashion with splendid
interior of carved wood, on the stairway and front rooms. 
It
is set in the rich pastureland of County Meath and is an ideal setting
for retreats, courses and meetings. Groups interested in touring the
Boyne Valley can avail of the centre. Also cultural activities may be
arranged on request. We offer Dance, Painting and Poetry at the centre.
We are situated in the centre of the Boyne Valley, beneath the shadow of Tara, within easy reach of Newgrange, Knowth & Dowth. The Rich Heritage of Kells and Monasterboice with their famous High Crosses are situated close by. Trim Castle, the setting for the film Braveheart, is well worth a visit. The Lough Crew Hills and the Hill of Slane provides a link with our pre-christian past.
Facilities at the centre include:
- Meeting Rooms and a Conference Centre
- Coffee Room
- Residential accommodation, 25 single rooms, 50 shared rooms
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Chapel and prayer room for retreats
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Home Cooking is our speciality. Vegetarians and special diets catered for.
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Extensive river and woodland walks provide tranquillity and peace.
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Proximity to Dublin and airport (25 miles), makes it an attractive location for foreign visitors.
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Counselling and bereavement support are major works of the centre.
The centre can be booked for:
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Conferences, seminars and workshops.
- Retreats are organised at the centre, and it is possible for groups to organise their own
- School Retreats are held on Wednesdays and Thursdays from October to May.
- Programme of Adult Evening Classes runs from October to May.