Spectacle of colour on Boyne this weekend

This Saturday, 13th April, sees the first of the maritime 'Gathering' events on the River Boyne this year. The Inland Waterways Association of Ireland, Powerboat Branch will be making their inaugural visit to Drogheda Port and town.

The river Boyne will be colourfully decorated with 25 powerboats, that will gather at the mouth of the river at Mornington around noon and from there they will cruise into town in convoy in the company of the ports Pilot boat, the Lifeboat and the Coastguard, coming under the Viaduct at about 12.30pm.

The beach at Mornington or Baltray will provide a perfect viewing point. The boats will eventually land ashore at the Mall steps to be greeted by the Mayor, Paul Bell at 1pm. The Samba Band will be full swing on the Scotch Hall side to greet the boats and the public are very welcome to come along to provide a warm and memorable reception for the visitors.