Our Mission
Excursions on the Boyne River and Boyne canal are scarce, so why do we do what we do? At Boyne Boats, we have a passion for shedding light on the rich history of the Boyne Valley or Brú na Bóinne. We believe in offering an authentic, immersive experience that’s suitable for all ages and abilities, so everyone can enjoy the unique view of Ireland offered from a currach.
Learn about Irish folklore and mythology as we wade down the Boyne canal, passing through key historical points from the Battle of the Boyne in 1690. Retrace the steps of our ancestor’s thousands of years before us, as we paddle in a currach to the UNESCO world heritage site of Newgrange, a passage tomb built some 5,000 years ago.
Producing handmade, traditional Irish currachs is a passion, and at Boyne Boats you can take to the very same currachs seen in Game of Thrones. The first settlers in the northern part of Ireland arrived in boats that were the ancestors of the currach, and our currachs remain reminiscent of that used centuries ago.
Ross Kenny
Since 2016, Ross Kenny has been guiding Boyne Boats tours for families, friends, private events and special occasions. Everyone who participates in a Boyne Boats experience can expect to leave with knowledge of the Boyne River and canal, facts about Brú na Bóinne, tales of local folklore and a healthy dose of Game of Throne’s knowledge, thanks for Ross’ work on the series.
Currachs, the Boyne river and canal and local Irish history is our passion, and Boyne Boats experiences allow us to share that passion with anyone willing to listen and participate. Each Boyne Boats experience is unique and slightly tailored, completely adaptable for your needs – no experience in boats before? No problem, there’s no rush.
Find out about how Boyne Boats came to be, why our currachs are so renowned and just how much history the Boyne area has to offer.