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THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION
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Ireland
10 July - 13 July 2010

IRELAND
PROVISIONAL ITINERARY

Day 1 Saturday 10 July
  Flight from London to Dublin.
Day 2 Sunday 11 July
  Day tour to Drogheda and Boyne River area.
Day 3 Monday 12 July
  Tour of Dublin.
Day 4 Tuesday 13 July
  Return flight from Dublin to London.
 
Map of tour

Tour Code BOIR01

The Battle of the Boyne left an enduring mark on Irish history. In 1688, Catholic King James II was replaced by William III resulting in war between the two claimants to the English, Scottish and Irish thrones.

On 1 July 1690 their opposing forces lined up on the banks of the River Boyne with William's superior manpower overcoming James' army of mainly raw recruits. We follow the action that determined the fate of Ireland and led to Protestant domination of Irish Catholics for the next 200 years. (An 18th century calendar change means that the battle is now commemorated on 12 July.)

Highlights include:
  • Explore historic Dublin and see where King James sheltered after the battle before leaving Ireland forever
  • Visit the little town of Drogheda, held by the Jacobites, where parts of the medieval walls still survive
  • See King William's Glen that covered the approach of the Williamites to the Boyne
  • View the Boyne battlefield and hear of the fierce cavalry charges. Stop where William crossed the river and see the meadows where Dutch guardsmen and Jacobite horse soldiers clashed


Extend your stay - please ask for details of optional tour extensions in Ireland.

COST

£435 per person sharing
£124 single supplement
£100 deposit

All entrance fees included (except optional visits).

ACCOMMODATION & MEALS

3 nights hotel accommodation in Dublin on a bed & breakfast basis, plus 1 lunch.

TRAVEL

  • Return flights from London to Dublin including all taxes and service charges.
  • Transport by coach throughout tour.
  • Departure from other UK airports may be available, please ask for details.
     

GUIDE

Tour led by experienced Guild of Battlefield Guide.

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