Rock Farm
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- Peaceful and scenic touring pitches within the Slane Castle estate
- Rafting and kayaking bookable on site, plus farm tours and e-bike hire
- Barbecue and pizza oven for guest use; farm shop produce to order
A 150-acre organic farm and ecotourism project within a designated Natural Heritage Area and Special Area of Conservation – that should give you just a hint that Rock Farm is in a scenic location indeed.
And there’s more, because this Co. Meath site is set within the historic Slane Castle estate, tucked away in a little grove of trees on a hillside, overlooking the surrounding meadows, the banks of the River Boyne and the castle itself. As you can probably imagine, it’s a real wildlife haven, particularly for the population of Irish hares that can often be seen scampering across the fields.
With this special setting in mind, the site here has been set up to be as eco-friendly as possible; facilities like rainwater harvesting, natural waste water systems and renewable energy sources have all been put in place. There’s also an ecotourism business on site that hires e-bikes (with suggested routes provided) and other activities like rafting, kayaking, farm tours and archaeological visits.
Facilities here have all been nicely thought out to provide both the essentials and a few luxuries. A bathroom block, washing-up area and wifi service are among the basics, and there’s also a campfire area and a lovely building known as Le Shack, which has a spacious kitchen with gas hob and a veranda area where you can relax in the open air. Just next to that is a barbecue area and a pizza oven; order all the bits you need for these from the site’s farm shop. The town of Slane, a kilometre away, has more shops and places to eat.
Campground type
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Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Group bookings of 24 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
Languages spoken
English
French
Spanish
Portuguese
Open from Sat, May 31 to
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Leave the car at home Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal sitesLocation
Rock Farm
Fennor
Slane
Co. Meath
Republic of Ireland
C15 HF59
Directions Timezone
Europe/Dublin GMT (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.70443°N
6.5442°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Attractions and activities nearby include:
- Slane Irish Whiskey Distillery: five minutes’ drive/half an hour’s walk
- Newgrange prehistoric site: 10 minutes’ drive
- Knowth megalithic tomb: 10 minutes
- Red Mountain Open Farm: 15 minutes
- Irish Military War Museum: 15 minutes
- Mellifont Abbey: 15 minutes
- Emerald Park (theme park and zoo): 25 minutes
- Beaulieu House and Garden: 25 minutes
- Bellewstown Golf Club: 25 minutes.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laytown/Bettystown | 12.6 mi | Sea | Excellent | Good | Good | Good |
| Seapoint | 12.9 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Clogherhead | 13.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Port, Lurganboy | 14.5 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Balbriggan, Front Strand Beach | 16.1 mi | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Rock Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Rock Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Rock Farm? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Slane Irish Whiskey Distillery: five minutes’ drive/half an hour’s walk - Newgrange prehistoric site: 10 minutes’ drive - Knowth megalithic tomb: 10 minutes - Red Mountain … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Rock Farm?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 3 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 2 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Rock Farm? From $35.03 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.