Towns Include


Carrick on

Shannon

Manorhamilton

Mohill

Ballinamore

Drumshanbo

 

 
County Leitrim

County Leitrim ShieldWith just two miles of coastline, Leitrim is a mainly inland county of rolling hills, lakes, rivers, pastures and boglands. Leitrim remains unspoilt, a haven from the stresses and strains of modern urban living.

A holiday in the midst of Leitrim's charming rustic scenery is a recipe for relaxation and renewal.  River cruising is amongst the many popular activities in the area. 

The main town is Carrick-on-Shannon. This is one of the best developed locations on the River Shannon for hiring cruising boats. In addition, the Shannon-Erne Waterway weaves through the streams, rivers and lakes which are widely scattered between Leitrim village and the River Erne. 

Navigating the River Shannon

Main Tourist Attractions Include :

Glencar Waterfall
Located in Glencar Lough, Particularly impressive after rain. There are many more waterfalls visible from the road, although none quite as romantic as this one.

The Costello Memorial Chapel
Located in Carrick-On-Shannon, this is the second smallest chapel in the world. It was built in the nineteenth century by Costello in memory of his wife. Husband and wife now rest side by side in the beautiful memorial.

Sliabh an Iarainn Visitor Centre
Located in Drumshanbo, provides audio-visual displays reflecting life, transport and industry between Arigna and the Sliabh an Iarainn mountains. Special emphasis is placed on the railway, canal, lakes, iron and coal mining. Sliabh an Iarainn, the beautiful rugged mountain of legend and song, lies behind Drumshanbo.

Lough Rynn House
Located in Mohill, formerly the home of the Earls of Leitrim, the Lough Rynn estate is an intricate mingling of land and water. The notable mid-nineteenth century walled garden, with its terraces designed to catch the sun, no longer provides fruit and vegetables for an Earl's table.
Its architectural features include a turreted summer house with splendid views over Lough Rynn. Lough Rynn House and Gardens has ornamental gardens, nature trails and a terraced walled garden which dates from 1859.

Glens Centre
Located at New Line, Manorhamilton, the Glens Centre is a lively arts centre hosting a large number of classes and activities, concerts, drama, recitals and readings. It is the home of North Leitrim Glens Tourism Coop which organises fishing, hill walking etc.
 

Heritage Sites

Parkes Castle
Located at Five Mile Burren, this impressive manor house sits on the shores of one of Ireland's most beautiful lakes, Lough Gill. The splendour of Parkes Castle is immediately evident as you drive around the lake. Once an important stronghold of the local O'Rourke family, rulers of Breffni, Parkes Castle has been recently restored to its true 17th century style.


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