Dún na Sí Amenity
& Heritage Park

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Explore the Heritage Park

Large ancient stone structure with two vertical stones at Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park, set on a grassy field under a cloudy sky.

Our park will take you on a journey through Ireland’s past.

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Explore the Amenity Park

People walking a dog on a park path at Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park, with children playing near large, colorful pencil sculptures and heritage trails.

Combining nature, biodiversity, arts, education and play.

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Irish Music & Teach Ceoil

A display case at Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park showcases a harp, accordion, banjo, and small items—Irish Music performance.

Dún na Sí is home to the Moate branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann.

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Westmeath Genealogy Centre

A vintage black-and-white portrait of a family with two adults and four children, taken indoors at Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park.

Find your roots in Westmeath.

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Welcome to Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park

Travel through time and experience a unique outdoor adventure exploring tradition, heritage, nature, and activity! Meet the ancient Irish warrior Lugh, explore the roots of Irish music, or journey through the past and discover how rural communities lived throughout time – all in a visit to Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park!

Dún na Sí (pronounced Doon na Shee) translates from Irish as “the fort of the fairies”. It is named after the local folklore that some lone hawthorn bushes (often known as fairy bushes) once marked the presence of a ‘fairy fort’ which previously existed in our Heritage Park. Located in the heart of Ireland at the Gateway between Ireland’s Ancient East and Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands, our beautiful award-winning Heritage Park is easily accessible for visits from all over Ireland. We are located in Moate, Co. Westmeath; just 75 minutes from Dublin and an hour from Galway.

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A concrete sculpture of a human face with painted eyes at Dún na Sí Amenity & Heritage Park is partially covered in green vines.

Visitor reviews

A Hidden Midlands Gem

You are doing great work! Dunnasi is the best public park in Ireland, because it breathes with live, given to it by the community who created it. Past lives and current living woven into the actual nature of the Westmeath landscape. No imported street furniture and many "so-called decorative" alien looking plants. It is naturally local as it is made by the local people. Someone should write their phd on it

Sophie Graefin Von Maltzan —Jan 2026

Great place to visit

Great place to visit lots to see and do. Brilliant for families and people of all ages. Lovely cafe, delicious food, great coffee and very accommodating for children's food. Very helpful staff. Visited on Mother's day. Mother's admission free.

CRUISER 32763175653 —Mar 2025

A delightful park and gardens

Probably the nicest park we have been to in Ireland !! Highly recommend for families, great space and lots of exhibits to see.Do pay the small fee €7 ppl for over 65 think there is a family rate too, you fee helps maintain the grounds and exhibits.Children young and old will enjoy, They have a lovely cafe there with wheelchair ramps and toilets

Mary H —Aug 2024

Heritage Park Map

Click or tap our interactive map to see what you can do at Dún na sí Heritage Park

 

Dún na Sí Heritage Park is a living testament to the vision, dedication and pride of the local community. Generations of volunteers have devoted countless hours to creating, developing and caring for the park, preserving Ireland’s rich rural heritage while providing a welcoming space for everyone to enjoy. Their ongoing commitment continues to shape the park today, making Dún na Sí far more than a visitor attraction—it is a community-led heritage project where history, culture and local spirit come together.

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