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Jam-Making with Thelma (July 22, 2026)

Escape to the Boyne Valley for an indulgent overnight experience combining artisan food, boutique comfort, and relaxed countryside charm.

Hosted by Thelma Slattery, co-founder and creator of The Station House, this workshop celebrates a lifelong commitment to artisan food, local produce, and the culinary heritage of the Boyne Valley. Thelma continues to play an integral role in shaping the hotel’s food ethos, with a focus on seasonal ingredients, traditional methods, and small-batch craftsmanship.

Her outstanding contribution to Irish hospitality was recently recognised with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Gold Medal Awards, honouring her passion, creativity, and long-standing impact on the industry.

Renowned throughout the Boyne Valley for her homemade preserves, Thelma’s jams are a signature feature of the hotel and are also sold as part of its curated gift boxes and hampers. Her expertise and passion for flavour come together in this hands-on workshop, where guests are introduced to the art of preserving using time-honoured techniques and locally sourced ingredients.

During the afternoon session, guests will learn how to create their own jams and preserves, exploring practical methods, flavour combinations, and tips to recreate at home, all within a relaxed, immersive setting in the heart of the Boyne Valley.

Package Includes:

  • 1 night’s accommodation in our boutique luxury bedrooms
  • Freshly made-to-order A la Carte breakfast
  • Light lunch or Cream Tea on arrival prior to the group activity (between 12.30pm – 2pm)
  • Workshop with Thelma on-site (Afternoon group activity from 2pm – 5.30pm)
  • 3 course evening meal in the award winning Signal Restaurant
  • Turn down service with delicious artisanal chocolates

Price from €180 per person sharing or €280 single occupancy

Sample Itinerary: 

Day 1:

  • 12:30pm – 13:30  Arrive to hotel
  • Light lunch or cream tea on arrival
  • 14:00 – 17:30 Jam Making Workshop
  • 18:00 – 19:00 Walk or cycle to Bective Abbey (or have a rest)
  • 19:30 Dinner in The Signal Restaurant
  • 22:30 ~ After Dinner Drinks in the Platform Bar
  • Sleep tight

Day 2:

  • 08:00-10:00 Breakfast
  • 11:00 Check out
  • Drive or cycle to Bective Abbey (4km) or The Hill of Tara (7km) for some history and heritage

 

All Midweek Departures include:

  • Complimentary Newspaper (Irish Independent), parking and high-speed WiFi throughout the hotel
  • Complimentary Concierge Service for arrangement of local activities on either day including Golf at championship golf courses Killeen Castle and Royal Tara, horse-riding at Pelletstown Riding Centre.
  • 10% exclusive Shopping Voucher for a selection of local boutiques and interior décor shops (in Navan and Trim) including Ribbon Rouge, Butterfly Boutique, Geoghegans, Nook Home and more.