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Donore Parish

Donore Parish is a Catholic parish located in County Meath, Ireland. It encompasses the village of Donore, a small community situated in the historic Boyne Valley, not far from the famous Brú na Bóinne heritage site and the town of Drogheda. The parish forms part of the Diocese of Meath and is administratively linked with nearby parishes such as Duleek Parish.

Location

The village of Donore lies approximately 4km west of Drogheda and about 18km from Navan, in a region rich with archaeological and historical significance. Donore is positioned along the road between Drogheda and Brú na Bóinne, which is renowned for the nearby Newgrange and Knowth passage tombs.

Historically known as Dun Uabair, meaning “The Fort of Pride,” the village’s name suggests that its foundation dates back to the early Christian period (400-1200 AD), likely indicating the presence of a ring fort in the vicinity.

History

Donore, historically referred to as Dunower, has long been a small but significant settlement in the Boyne Valley. Its proximity to the Brú na Bóinne site has tied the village to Ireland’s ancient and medieval history. Over the past two decades, Donore has seen rapid population growth, expanding from 334 residents in 2002 to 760 residents in 2016.

The Catholic Church of the Nativity of Our Lady (commonly referred to as St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church) is located in the heart of Donore village. The church was built around 1840 and remains the spiritual center of the parish.

The Church of the Nativity of Our Lady

The parish church, also known as St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, was constructed circa 1840 and stands in the center of Donore. This building is central to the parish community, hosting Masses and other parish events. Its long history reflects the village's strong Catholic heritage.

Past Priests

Donore Parish has been served by several priests in recent years. Notable clergy include:

Fr. Tony Gonoude – Parish Priest from 01/09/2014 to 25/05/2019.
Fr. John Conlon – Administrator from 17/06/2019 to 03/07/2021.
Fr. Mark English – Current Administrator since 03/07/2021.

Neighboring Parishes

Donore Parish shares close ties with several neighboring parishes in the Boyne Valley area:

Website

For more information on Donore Parish and its associated parishes, visit: