Hill of Ward
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| Hill of Ward | |
|---|---|
| Elevation | 90 m (650 ft) |
| Location | County Meath,  Ireland |
| Range | Meath Hills |
| Prominence | 50 m |
| Listing | Marilyn |
The Hill of Ward (aka Tlachtga), near Athboy, was the location for the pagan feast of Samhain, the precursor of modern day Halloween.
In 1649 Oliver Cromwell camped his army on the Hill.
