About Us

Red Mountain Open Farm got its name from the Red Mountain, which is the hill between the Farm and Donore Village. It is believed by some researchers that the colour of the sunrise on the morning of the Winter Solstice was the original inspiration for the name of the hill over which that sunrise occurs when viewed from Newgrange. The hill is called Red Mountain.

Located just five minutes from the Newgrange Monument the Open Farm boasts the most extensive indoor facilities of all open farms in Ireland, so you’re guaranteed to have a good time here at Red Mountain Open Farm regardless of the weather.

We provide a clean and safe environment which we regard as essential.  Parents and teachers are invited to read our “Safety Notice” which is directed towards providing a fun and safe place for humans and animals alike.

We have a large outdoor picnic area with lots of picnic tables, swings, slides, and a sand pit where your Children can play while you relax over a coffee. For the not so nice days we also have a large indoor picnic area. So be sure to bring your picnic with you on the day as to make your visit with us more enjoyable.

Opening Times

Easter Holidays
Easter Holidays (23.03.2024 - 07.04.2024)
Open 23rd of March to the 7th of April, CLOSED MONDAY 25th OF MARCH, Open Bank Holiday Monday. 10:30am to 5pm Daily.
School Tours (16.04.2024 - 28.06.2024)
Tuesday to Fridays only, 10am to 1pm. Must be pre-booked. €10 per child. Teachers go free. Minimum of 20 in a group
Please ring Liz on 0872573159 to book!
Spring Season
Spring Season (23.03.2024 - 28.06.2024)
Open Weekends only,
Saturday and Sunday from 10:30am to 5pm.
Summer Season
Summer Season (29.06.2024 - 01.09.2024)
Open Tuesday to Sunday,
From 10:30am to 5pm.
Closed Mondays
Autumn Season
Autumn Season (07.09.2024 - 15.09.2024)
September, Open Weekends only.
Saturday and Sunday from 10:30am to 5pm.
Bank Holidays
Bank Holidays
Open each Bank Holiday Monday, 10:30am to 5pm.
Halloween Event
Halloween Event (19.10.2024 - 03.11.2024)
Open the weekend of 19th & 20th & from Saturday the 26th of October to the 3rd of November
Morning session 10.30am to 1.30pm and afternoon session 2pm to 5pm.
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