Heritage Week Exclusive – St. Erc’s Hermitage Walk

August 16, 2025 - August 24, 2025

11:00 am - 4:30 pm

Slane and its environs are rich in early Christian heritage and Slane Castle Estate conceals many treasures within its 1500 acres. One of these is St. Erc’s Hermitage and a special guided Heritage Walk will run during Heritage Week, Saturday 16th to Sunday 24th August 2025

Price
Adults: €12
Student and Senior: €9.60
Children under 18 years of age: Free

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Read more about the conservation of St Erc’s Hermitage on the Slane Castle Estate

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Further information on the tour:

• The St Erc’s Hermitage Tour is approximately 75 minutes and requires a considerable amount of walking outdoors on rough & possibly muddy terrain so appropriate outdoor clothing, footwear and rain gear is necessary
• Due to the terrain to access St Erc’s Hermitage and the amount of walking required, the tour is not recommended for guests with mobility issues
• No eating or drinking is allowed on the tour path
• Children must be supervised at all times
• The tour path may be modified to accommodate maintenance or other unforeseen circumstances
• No pets allowed on tour except service animals
• No video or audio recording permitted (unless written permission from Slane Castle is provided)
• No smoking or e-cigarettes are permitted on site except in designated areas
• Weapons or dangerous items of any description are strictly prohibited
• Large back packs, suitcases, camera bags or buggies are also not permitted.
• Some luggage items may be subject to a security check