Townleyhall passage grave
UNESCO World Heritage site in County Louth, Ireland
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Townleyhall, a place where the deep time of the Neolithic meets the tranquil beauty of a modern nature reserve. Located just west of Drogheda on the north side of the River Boyne, we are in the heart of the Brú na…
Listen in the app2The Neolithic Context — The First Farmers
To appreciate the stone circle before us, we must imagine the Boyne Valley 5,000 years ago. This was the 'Silicon Valley' of the Neolithic. …
Listen in the app3The Structure of the Tomb — Engineering the Afterlife
As we examine the physical remains, notice the circular kerb of stones that once held the earthen mound in place. The tomb at Townleyhall is a single-chambered passage grave, a simpler but no less significant relative of the…
Listen in the app4The Kerbstones and Megalithic Art
One of the most compelling aspects of passage graves in the Boyne Valley is the presence of megalithic art. While Townleyhall does not boast the elaborate spirals of Newgrange, several of the kerbstones show evidence of picking…
Listen in the app5The Forest Walk — Nature as a Sanctuary
Leaving the stones for a moment, let us focus on the surrounding Townley Hall Woods. The forest is a vibrant, living ecosystem that provides a protective canopy over the ancient site. …
Listen in the app6The River Boyne — The Sacred Arterial
Just to the south of the woods lies the River Boyne, the arterial lifeblood of this ancient landscape. The river meanders through the glen, and its presence is the reason why the Neolithic people chose to settle here. …
Listen in the app7Townley Hall House — A Classical Contrast
In contrast to the Neolithic ruins, the nearby Townley Hall house represents the peak of Irish neo-classical architecture. Built in the late 18th century by the architect Francis Johnston, it is a massive, austere building that…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our journey through Townleyhall, take one last look at the ancient stones and the towering trees. This is a place that challenges us to think on a 'micro level' about our place in the universe. …
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What is Townleyhall passage grave?
Townleyhall passage grave is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 53.7210, -6.4511 |
| Last updated |
