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Bective Tea Rooms is renowned for serving luxurious, mouthwatering food in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Nestled in the heart of the countryside, we offer a delightful escape where guests can indulge in freshly baked scones, rich desserts, and expertly crafted dishes made with locally sourced ingredients.
Our thoughtfully curated menus cater to all tastes, featuring everything from gourmet sandwiches and hearty brunch options to seasonal specials and indulgent afternoon teas. Whether you are craving a comforting classic or something a little more refined, the menus at Bective Tea Rooms promise a memorable dining experience with a touch of sophistication.
Bective Bistro
Bective Brunch
Bective Breakfast
Bective Lunch
Local History
Bective House is in an understated architectural style in the spirit of Francis Johnston. Bective house is surrounded by a wide expanse of parkland, dotted with clumps of trees. The plantation of these trees and creation of parkland led to the walling in of the demesne and the re-routing of the Trim Navan road. Most of these trees are still standing today. Impressive ashlar gateways were erected at each entrance to the estate with gate lodges at each end and an additional number of houses to cater for workers on the estate. The gate lodge at the Trim entrance was erected in 1852 and is adorned by the Bolton crest. A walled garden was constructed near the house which provided produce for the family and household. Later the garden produced roses and vegetables for sale.
Over the centuries the house has had many owners and the house has been a local gem that employed many families within the surrounds of the Bective Area. One of the employees was the father of the famous writer Mary Lavin. In 1923 Charles Sumner Bird bought Bective House and appointed Tom Lavin, father of the famous writer Mary Lavin, as his estate manager. It is believed Mary Lavin’s first collection of short stories ‘Tales from Bective Bridge ‘ (1942) was inspired here.
Sadly, Bective House, due to the numerous exchanges of hands, and being repossessed by a bank, fell into disrepair and was left for ruin for well over a decade. In 2016 the house was bought by the Moran’s who fell in love with the Estate at first sight and Bective House was bought on a whim of excitement. Even with its ruined state and unkept grounds, the place oozed potential and then had a very rich history that epitomised the 19th-century lifestyle. The Estate still had the remnants of what was once a beautiful place.
Since 2016 we have tried to bring the place back to its former glory and beauty again. A new project began to restore the courtyard stables into modern accommodation with self-catering facilities. The original stables were refurbished and developed into an Equestrian Centre and Bective Stud was born. Today the stables are proud to house some of Ireland’s most famous thoroughbred racehorses as residents.
The future of Bective House is to restore the period house and build a Five Star Hotel. This project will see the old building being joined by a new extension. In addition our new Coffee/Tea Rooms opened in April 2022!
Bective Stud Farm
Bective Stud Farm in Navan, Co. Meath was set up in 2016 and has been developed over the last 4 years. We now have 50+ horses made up of racing thoroughbreds, mares, foals and yearlings. We have 40+ stables, a 3.5 furlong gallop, 7 Winter Paddocks, a lunge ring, a 6 horse walker and 18 grazing paddocks. We continue to develop the stud to ensure we provide the best facilities for our horses.
Our Gardens
Over the last few years, we have transformed the overgrown areas and planted new lawns while developing walks and gardens in parallel. Val’s Garden was completed in 2021 and is for our patrons to relax and enjoy. It consists of various water features, a round tree seating area, a pit fire and a Gazebo library where you can sit and read a book in tranquillity.
Events at Bective Tea Rooms
Nestled in the heart of the countryside, Bective Tea Rooms offers more than just a charming escape. It is a place where delicious memories are made. From our mouthwatering homemade bakes to hearty brunches and artisan teas, every bite is crafted with care and flavour.
Join us for our much-loved "Sunday at Bective" gatherings or celebrate the seasons with our delightful events for Mother’s Day, Halloween, Christmas, and more. There is always something special brewing at Bective.
Discover what is coming up. Visit our events page for all the scrumptious details!
Queens Brook Apartment 1
This self-catering accommodation in Navan is a luxurious two-bedroom apartment that sits on our beautiful Stud Farm, surrounded by beautiful trees and immaculate Gardens.
Grand Roi Apartment 2
This holiday accommodation in Meath, Grand Roi, is a one-bedroom apartment with beautiful modern luxurious furnishings. The apartment is spacious, private and has a very well equipped kitchen with all your self-catering and self-service facilities.
African Dance Apartment 3
All our apartments are named after our horses. African Dance is a stud farm accommodation in Navan, Co. Meath, one-bedroom apartment with beautiful modern luxurious furnishings.
Apples Jade Apartment 4
This 5 star self-catering accommodation is a two-bedroom apartment with beautiful modern luxurious furnishings. The apartment is spacious, private and has a very well-equipped kitchen with all your self-catering and self-service facilities.
Showbusiness Apartment 5
This Self-Catering Accommodation in Navan, Co. Meath is a lovely one-bedroom apartment with beautiful modern luxurious furnishings. The apartment is spacious, private and has a very well-equipped kitchen with all self-catering and self-service facilities for you to use and enjoy.
