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.

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
  • Residential accommodation, 25 single rooms, 50 shared rooms
  • Chapel and prayer room for retreats
  • Home Cooking is our speciality. Vegetarians and special diets catered for.
  • Extensive river and woodland walks provide tranquillity and peace.
  • Proximity to Dublin and airport (25 miles), makes it an attractive location for foreign visitors.
  • Counselling and bereavement support are major works of the centre.