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Thursday 7 December 2023 Dublin: 11°C

# Newgrange

This year
2023
Spectacular auroral phenomenon seen at select spots across Ireland on Sunday night
Cloud cover meant that not many had the chance to see it.
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Apr 24th 2023, 4:08 PM
Last year
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Visitors re-enter Newgrange chamber during winter solstice for first time since Covid
Hundreds gathered at the neolithic monument for the annual event.
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Dec 21st 2022, 11:50 AM
All time
Crowds gather at Newgrange to watch winter solstice despite overcast weather
For the second year in a row, the chamber itself remains closed due to Covid-19.
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Dec 21st 2021, 12:35 PM
No visitors to be allowed in Newgrange chamber for Winter Solstice sunrise, OPW confirms
The solstice sunrise event will once again be livestreamed from within the chamber.
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Oct 7th 2021, 2:23 PM
Ireland's ancient astronomers and the alignment of our prehistoric monuments
Anthony Murphy outlines how the ancient dwellers built clever structures to work in harmony with the cosmos.
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Sep 4th 2021, 6:30 AM
WATCH: Beautiful sunrise lights up Newgrange chamber as days start to get longer
Weather conditions were better this morning as thousands of viewers tuned in from around the world.
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Dec 22nd 2020, 9:44 AM
Watch: The sun failed to show its face on the winter solstice livestream from Newgrange this morning
The livestream was aimed at ensuring “everyone will be able to experience this wonderful phenomenon”.
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Dec 21st 2020, 9:52 AM
Newgrange's recently uncovered neighbour is being preserved for future generations
Digging at the site has been delayed due to the pandemic.
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Dec 21st 2020, 6:45 AM
Newgrange to livestream solstice sunrise
The neolithic tomb is closed to visitors this winter solstice.
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Dec 3rd 2020, 3:12 PM
Archaeologists say they've discovered what could be Neolithic log boats near Newgrange
The river bed of the Boyne is being searched by archaeologists.
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Nov 4th 2019, 9:12 AM
The Explainer: How are we still making discoveries at Newgrange?
And why haven’t we dug the entire Boyne Valley up to find more?
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Aug 16th 2019, 7:30 AM
Dozens of previously unknown monuments discovered at Newgrange
Newgrange is synonymous with the Winter Solstice where the dawn light illuminates its burial chamber.
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Aug 7th 2019, 12:26 PM
'Remarkable archaeological discoveries' made near Newgrange passage tomb
A report sheds new light on discoveries made this summer.
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Dec 21st 2018, 6:30 AM
Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Meath
Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.
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Aug 13th 2018, 7:46 AM
Archaeological discoveries are being made by the dozen this summer - but what happens next?
The dry weather has revealed previously undiscovered site around the county.
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Aug 4th 2018, 10:00 PM
Another new archaeological discovery in the Boyne Valley has just come to light
After two years of work, a drone photograper has found the apparent remains of a barrow cemetery
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Jul 25th 2018, 10:22 AM
It's been a 'mind-blowing' few weeks for neolithic discoveries near Newgrange - here's what's been happening
The area still has much to reveal.
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Jul 21st 2018, 10:30 AM
Recent drought led to archaeological discovery of circular enclosure near Newgrange
Anthony Murphy, founder of Mythical Ireland, made the discovery when flying drones in the Brú na Bóinne area yesterday evening.
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Jul 11th 2018, 10:34 PM
Thousands of people tuned in to watch winter solstice from Newgrange
Unfortunately, weather conditions weren’t great this morning.
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Dec 21st 2017, 9:20 AM
You can now see the winter solstice at Newgrange without a ticket
And without having to leave your home.
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Dec 18th 2017, 9:54 AM
Newgrange's winter solstice is only 50 years old? No way, says OPW
A former State archaeologist had suggested that the roofbox at Newgrange was fabricated in the 1960s.
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Dec 22nd 2016, 2:03 PM
These bird's-eye views of Newgrange from above are jaw-dropping
You can also catch a glimpse of its neighbours Knowth and Dowth.
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Dec 21st 2016, 7:00 AM
Rain clouds dull winter solstice for crowds at Newgrange
There was no light at the end of the tunnel this year…
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Dec 21st 2015, 12:47 PM
Taoiseach says Isis 'want to blow up Newgrange'
And the Rock of Cashel too.
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Sep 8th 2015, 5:54 PM
If you've never been inside Newgrange, here's your chance to take a peek
More than 130 buildings and monuments have been transformed into 3D digital models.
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Apr 16th 2015, 10:30 AM
Large crowds gather at Newgrange, despite sun failing to shine
Hundreds gathered at the tomb this morning.
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Dec 21st 2014, 7:45 PM
Someone added googly eyes to Newgrange at Dublin Airport
Some benevolent soul…
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Nov 28th 2014, 12:14 PM
Twink, McNulty, and the iPhone 6: The week in numbers
Plus: How many pigs are there in Ireland?
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Sep 27th 2014, 7:30 PM
Want to go to Newgrange for the winter solstice? The names are being picked today
30,000 entries have been received.
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Sep 26th 2014, 7:30 AM
Hidden Ireland: From the Boyne flows the story of Ireland
Archaeologist Neil Jackman takes us on a guided tour of the treasures of one of Ireland’s most important historical hotspots.
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Mar 8th 2014, 9:15 AM
In pictures: The winter solstice at Newgrange
TheJournal.ie reader Aoife Thomas was on hand to witness the winter solstice today. This is how it went.
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Dec 21st 2013, 3:16 PM
Google goes knitting as doodlers mark the winter solstice
Have you seen the homepage today?
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Dec 21st 2013, 12:07 PM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 It’s Saturday and there are only four more sleeps ’til Santa. Here’s everything you need to know as you wrap, or buy, the last of your presents.
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Dec 21st 2013, 8:49 AM
9 places in Ireland you need to visit as soon as possible
The auld sod ain’t so bad after all.
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Feb 28th 2013, 9:00 PM
The Newgrange lottery draw is now open, so how do you win?
This year could be your year to witness the incredible Winter Solstice display in the Neolithic tomb.
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Jan 9th 2013, 6:30 AM
Newgrange is Ireland's favourite heritage site
Meath site pips the Cliffs of Moher and Glendalough as the nation’s favourite site, as National Heritage week kicks off on Saturday.
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Aug 18th 2012, 8:15 AM
Senator calls for judicial review of Slane bypass decision
Thomas Byrne has criticised the decision of An Bord Pleanála today.
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Mar 7th 2012, 7:49 PM
Winter solstice to be marked at Newgrange
All going well this morning’s sunrise is expected to light up the passage tomb at Newgrange. However, tomorrow is actually the shortest day of the year.
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Dec 21st 2011, 7:37 AM
Hidden chambers may exist in Newgrange
As a new survey begins in Meath, we take a look at four other archaeological sites where unexpected discoveries have been made…
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Oct 18th 2011, 1:31 PM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Nine things to know this morning…
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Oct 18th 2011, 8:29 AM