Millmount Museum

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About this place

Millmount is a large fortified complex situated on a great mound on the South bank of the River Boyne located in Drogheda, County Louth, Ireland. The fort has played a crucial part in Drogheda's history and has been a dominant feature from Norman settlement, to Cromwell's invasion to the more recent Civil War in 1922, in which the famous Martello tower was shelled and all but destroyed. Today the complex houses the Millmount Museum which houses a wide variety of artifacts of local and national importance. The complex is Drogheda's most dominant feature, clearly visible from all parts of the town. The Martello tower is affectionately known as "The Cup and Saucer" by locals. The whole fort is a national monument and has been designated as Drogheda's Cultural Quarter.

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Getting There & Parking

Millmount Museum is located in County Louth, roughly 52 km (45 min drive) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 121 m away. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Magdalene Tower (0.7 km away).

Dublin52 km

~45 min drive

Belfast131 km

~1h 55m drive

Nearest car park

121 m from landmark

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