Danestown Fort
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About this place
Danestown Fort is a ringfort (rath) and protected national monument in County Meath, Ireland. It is located approximately 700 metres (770 yd) southeast of Kentstown and on the south bank of the Nanny River, a Boyne tributary. It is a rath with an inner platform over 4 metres (13 ft) high, surrounded by a fosse (ditch) and an outer bank.
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Visitor Information
- Heritage status
- Protected Heritage Site
Getting There & Parking
Danestown Fort is located in County Meath, roughly 45 km (40 min drive) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 881 m away. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Gaulstown Barrow (4.4 km away).
Dublin45 km
~40 min driveBelfast147 km
~2h 10m drive
Nearest car park
881 m from landmark
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