History Tour-“Stamullen, Monastic Site, Medieval Church & Graveyard”

History Tour-“Stamullen, Monastic Site, Medieval Church & Graveyard”

Led by Community Historian Brendan Matthews, this history walking tour will step back over 1000 years into Early Christian Ireland.

Welcome to the Boyne Valley Trails September Festival 2026.

Step back over 1,000 years into the heart of Early Christian and medieval Ireland in the peaceful setting of Steach Maoilín (Stamullen).

Join Community Historian Brendan Matthews for a fascinating guided walk through one of County Meath’s hidden historic treasures. Explore the atmospheric ruins of St Patrick’s Medieval Parish Church and the adjoining 15th-century St Christopher’s Chapel, home to magnificent medieval monuments and a remarkable collection of rare carved tombstones.

Discover the stories of the Preston family, Viscounts Gormanston, along with the lives of the lords and ladies, soldiers, schoolteachers, poets, landlords, tenants and even highwaymen whose lives are remembered within this ancient burial ground. Every monument has a story to tell, revealing over a thousand years of local history.

Delivered in Brendan’s relaxed and engaging style, this one-hour Walk & Talk offers an enjoyable afternoon of history, heritage and storytelling suitable for all ages.

€10 (plus admin fees)

13 September 2026

St Patricks Graveyard, Stamullen, Co Meath K32 EH98

Guided Walk

Things To Know

Got questions? We’ve got answers. Here are some of the most common queries about our trails and events.

What should I bring with me?

For our forest, mountain or off-road trails, we recommend bringing water, snacks, good waterproof boots or trainers, hat and sunglasses. You may bring a walking pole if you like and please dress according to the weather-it is Ireland after all. Light layers and waterproof shoes and coat, plus some clean socks just in case.

Are dogs allowed on your trails?

Dogs are allowed on some of our trails and on others only guide dogs are permitted. Please read the event description carefully to see if dogs are allowed or contact us to confirm.

Do I get a Camino passport with my Boyne Camino ticket?

Yes! We include in the cost of the tickets the official Camino passport. You will collect stamps all along the Boyne Camino route and you can (if you are feeling extra adventurous) take this passport with you to complete the remaining 75km in Spain to complete a full 100km Camino.

Why is there an admin charge on my ticket?

We use Eventbrite as our ticketing partner; they process our ticket sales on our behalf. As we are a volunteer-led group, we need to add a small charge to each ticket to cover fees from Eventbrite.

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Tours & Trails

The Boyne Valley Camino

Discover this 25km loop walk, a nationally recognized trail and part of the Celtic Camino series connecting Ireland to Spain. Pick up your passport and collect official Camino Stamps along the route, which begins and ends at St Peter’s Church, West Street Drogheda.

Group Tours

We offer walking and hiking tours to suit all levels and interests from intense adventures and hillwalking to relaxed town history tours, energetic Nordic walking classes and deep dives into local mythology.

September Festival

Our signature event, the September Festival is a week-long event in mid-September and includes our most popular guided tours as well as some special events, guest tour leaders and our Chats and Trails fireside talks. Supported by Failte Ireland.

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