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CO. LEITRIM
Leitrim lies between Longford to the
south and Donegal Bay to the north-
west. At Tullaghan, the county has
one of the shortest coastlines in
Ireland, at just five kilometres. The
county is split in two by Lough Allen,
and to the south, the lush scenery of
lakes and drumlins takes over. Leitrim
town itself is set at the southern end
of the Shannon-Erne Waterway,
reopened in 1994 after 125 years of
disuse and now a popular haunt for barges and pleasure cruisers.
BALLINAMORE
Known endearingly as the ‘friendly town’, Ballinamore is the starting
Sligo town. point for pleasure cruises down the canal which links the Shannon to
the River Erne. It was the first town in Ireland to offer a genealogical
modern leisure centre and dedicated conference facilities. Choose tracing service, which is still available at the heritage centre. Nearby
from magnificent golf courses and discover open stretches of unspoilt is the new Glenview Folk Museum, which houses a collection of over
Atlantic seashore, perfect for all water sports enthusiasts...all you 3,000 antiques and historical items plus an interesting collection of
would expect plus a little more. farm yard equipment. Tel: (071) 964 4157.
publicbuilding places of interest CARRICK-ON-SHANNON
Sligo County Museum, Stephen Street, Sligo. Tel: (071) 911 1850; Otherwise known as Carrick, Carrick-on-Shannon lies on the
Fax: (071) 914 6798; Email:
sligolib@sligococo.ie. Established in Roscommon border and is Leitrim’s county town. A great spot for
1955, the County Museum houses an impressive Yeats Collection, boating and fishing, it’s worth visiting the tiny 1877 Costello Memorial
which includes photographs, letters and portraits, as well as local Chapel at the top of Bridge Street, which measures just 5x3.6m,
artefacts and geological samples. Open June to September, Tues. to making it Ireland’s smallest church. The Tourist Office is open April to
Sat. 10am–12pm and 2pm–4.50pm; October to May, Tues. to Sat. September/October. Tel: (071) 962 0170. Recent years have seen a
2pm–4.50pm. Admission free. tremendous growth in the promotion of County Leitrim as a centre for
The Model Arts and Niland Gallery, The Mall, Sligo. Tel: (071) 914 arts and crafts. Its population of local painters, sculptors and craft
1405; Fax: (071) 914 3694; Email:
info@modelart.ie; Web: artists has resulted in a unique choice of gifts and souvenirs. The
www.modelart.ie. This is one of Ireland’s premier arts centres with an Leitrim Design House offers a permanent showcase and retail gallery
extensive programme of contemporary visual and performing arts, a for local artists and craftspeople designing for interiors at the Market
vibrant education programme and a mix of music, comedy and art House Centre. Tel: (071) 965 0550.
house film. The Model plays host to two annual music festivals; The
Sligo Festival of Baroque Music, in October and The Sligo New Music guestrooms accommodation
Festival in the spring. This beautiful building is home to the impressive The Landmark Hotel, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim; Tel: (071)
Niland Art Collection and award-winning gourmet café, The Atrium. 962 2222; Email:
reservations@thelandmarkhotel.com; Web:
www.thelandmarkhotel.com. The Landmark Hotel is a luxury 4-Star AA
pointofinterest activities & pastimes rated hotel located right in the heart of Carrick on Shannon. Luxury
The Rose of Innisfree, Five Mile Bourne, Co. Sligo. Tel: (071) 916 accommodation combined with views of the River Shannon provide the
4266. The Rose of Innisfree Tourboat is a fabulous way to spend an ultimate haven for guests to relax in. CJ’s Restaurant opens nightly serving
afternoon. Sit back and relax with an Irish coffee or a home-baked delicious imaginative cuisine, utilising the finest produce from the local
scone smothered with jam and cream. Take in the spectacular scenery area. Aromas Café serves a range of gourmet coffees and teas together
steeped in myth and legend which inspired W. B. Yeats to write his with delicious cakes, pastries and savoury dishes. At the end of the
famous poetry. Listen to Captain George's fascinating commentary on evening guests can relax and chat over a cocktail in one of the two bars,
Lough Gill and the surrounding areas. The 60 minute trip departs the lively Boardwalk cafe or the more relaxed club style Mallard Bar.
Parke's Castle, Co. Leitrim daily. For sailing times and information
please call (087) 259 8869. publicbuilding places of interest
Leitrim Tourism, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim. Tel: (071) 962
STRANDHILL 0170; Email:
info@leitrimtourism.com; Web:
www.leitrimtourism.com.
This beautiful seaside resort town is well known for fantastic surfing The secret's out and it’s Leitrim...! Why not experience Ireland's
and features miles of sand dunes, world-class golf links and luxurious hidden secret located in the North West of Ireland, only two hours
seaweed baths. Knocknarea provides a scenic backdrop to the village from Dublin and Belfast! Unspoilt landscape; glistening waters;
with Queen Maeve’s tomb at its summit. Just offshore is the charming uncrowded hills; challenging cycle routes; waterside golf; cruising on
Coney Island, which can be reached on foot during low tide. Sligo Airport the river Shannon and Shannon/Erne waterway; Glencar waterfall;
is nearby. Before flying out check out the Celtic Seaweed Baths. By unique attractions; festivals galore; traditional music; culture and arts;
reputation they are extremely beneficial in relieving pain and stress. anglers paradise. For further information call (071) 962 0170 or
email:
info@leitrimtourism.com. Visit their website at
TUBBERCURRY
www.leitrimtourism.com.
In South Sligo on the N17 is this working market town. Its traditional
Irish music scene is strong and in summer there is the South Sligo pointofinterest activities & pastimes
Summer School when traditional Irish music students come from all over Moon River Pleasure Cruiser, Main Street, Carrick-on-Shannon, Co.
Ireland and America to study under the masters. There is also a superb Leitrim. Tel: (071) 962 1777; Fax: (071) 962 1630; Mobile: 086
golf club here and walkers will enjoy the Sligo Spur Walks – 19 walks 261 0010; Email:
moonriver@eircom.net; Web:
www.moon-river.net.
that vary in length from about one hour to six hours in this most beautiful Take a relaxing trip on the pleasure cruiser which seats 110
and unspoilt countryside. passengers and departs from the quay side in Carrick-on-Shannon.
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