Equestrian Activities

Navan Racecourse has been recognised as one of the fastest growing racetracks in the country.

Horse Racing has taken place at Navan's "Royal County" Proudstown site since the 1920's. Set in 181 acres, the track is highly respected by Owners and Trainers who recognise that it's stiff uphill finish is a true test of their horses fitness and stamina.

Location:
Navan Road, Kells.
0.5 miles from Kells on Navan road

Contact:
Tel. 046 902 1350
Fax: 046 902 7964
Email: info@navanracecourse.ie
Web: www.navanracecourse.ie

Fairyhouse has always been one of the finest and fairest racecourses and continues to attract the leading horses both on the flat and over jumps.

Established as one of the most modern facilities in the country, providing an outstanding level of comfort and service.

Location:
Fairyhouse Racecourse
Rathoath
Co. Meath
Republic of Ireland

Contact:
Phone: +353 (0)1 8256167
Fax: +353 (0)1 8256051
Email: info@fairyhouseracecourse.ie
Web: www.fairyhouseracecourse.ie

have a 3-day annual racing festival and Laytown have the only official strand races remaining in Europe!

Bellewstown racecourse, on the Hill of Crockafotha in Co Meath, is beautifully situated in a rural setting with magnificent views of the Mountains of Mourne to the north and the Irish sea to the east.

Location:
Bellewstown is just 25 miles north of Dublin and 6 miles south of Drogheda.

Contact:
Mr Kevin Coleman (Secretary/Manager)
9 Palace Street
Drogheda
Co Louth

Tel: + 353 (0)41 9842111
Fax: +353 (0)1 8256051
Email: kevin@bellewstownraces.ie
Web: www.bellewstownraces.ie

Located on the N52, 2km from the Heritage town of Kells and 1km from the picturesque village Carlanstown.

Facilitating riders at all levels of competence in all types of weather. We specialise in coaching the show jumping, dressage and cross-country riders. Shows are held regularly, Children's birthday's parties are hugely popular. Corporate hospitality rates are available for large educational or project groups or school tours.

Location:
3.2km from Kells, 1.6km from Carlanstown village.

Contact:
Normanstown
Kells
County Meath
Republic of Ireland

Phone: +353 (0)46 9246998
Mobile: +353 (0)86 8499201
Fax: +353 (0)46 9246024
Web: www.kellsequestrian.com

Bachelors Lodge offers excellent facilities to the discerning rider. Across 200 acres of farmland is an inviting yet challenging cross country course. A large all weather arena is available for schooling, show-jumping, private tuition, dressage etc. Farm traksand residential pony camps are another feature of our program. Qualified tuition to all standards and ages.

Location:
Situated 6km from Navan on the main Dublin Cavan Road, 35 minutes from Dublin Airport.

Contact:
Bachelors Lodge Equestrian Centre
Kells Road
Navan (An Uaimh)
Meath
Republic Of Ireland

Phone: +353 046 9021736
Fax: +353 046 9078299

Borallion Riding Centre is situated at Balreask in Navan in a lovely rural setting within walking distance of Navan town with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.

Lessons are available by qualified instructions for all ages and standards. Breaking and schooling are also part of the centres facilities. Emphasis is on teaching proper riding skills to clients while safety and enjoyment are key elements. The centre has a superb all weather arena and a cross country course that boasts 24 varied jumps. Facilities can be hired out on a half hour or 1 hour basis. Competitions and camps are held on a regular basis.

Location:
Within walking distance of Navan town, on the Trim road.

Contact:
Balreask
Trim Road
Navan (An Uaimh)
Meath
Republic Of Ireland

Phone: +353 046 73688
Fax: +353 046 22893

Meath is excellent hunting country. There are several meets of the Meath hounds in the general area of Kells, including the traditional Boxing Day (December 26th) meet in the town. The cost per day for overseas visitors is £100 plus the cost of hiring a horse.

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Mr. Henry Reeves,
Kells,
Co. Meath
Republic of Ireland

Phone: + 353 46 9243138