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fermanaghlakelands.com
Enniskillen Castle NORTHERN IRELAND
Published July 2017. www.fermanaghlakelands.com.
Mahons’ Hotel
Irvinestown | Co. Fermanagh | Northern Ireland
You are welcome to Fermanagh and to Mahon’s Hotel, established in
1883 and serving meals for over 130 years.
Enniskillen Castle
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Bar Lunches ~ Meals Served All Day ~ Children’s Menu ~ Early Bird Menu, Mon- Sat
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Restaurant Open Daily ~ Last Orders 9.30pm
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Top Entertainment Every Weekend in Bar
Games Room Carvery Lunch Every Sunday 12 noon - 3pm Museums | Visitor Information | Heritage Gateway
Weekend & midweek Breaks
Available from £69.00 p.p.s Opening Hours:
Festival
Monday - Friday: 9.30 - 5pm,
Saturdays: 11-5pm
Sundays in September: 11-5pm
Lough Erne
Enniskillen Castle, situated beside the River Erne in County Fermanagh, was built
almost 600 years ago by the ruling Gaelic Maguires. The historic site houses two
Coming by boat? We’ll lift you at Castle Archdale 24-25 Sept
museums, Fermanagh County Museum and The Inniskillings Museum.
New facilities include a café, shop, discovery space with panoramic views, seven
Tel: +44 (0)28 6862 1656 | Fax: +44 (0)28 6862 8344 | www.mahonhotels.co.uk new galleries, genealogy centre and tourist information.
or call in and sample ‘Real Fermanagh Hospitality’
OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND
Monday - Friday: 9.30am - 5pm
Saturday: 11am - 5pm
Sunday: June - September
11.00am - 5.00pm
l £3 entrance to festival
l Includes visit to Castle & Museums
l Great opportunity to visit this newly refurbished
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attraction and enjoy this brilliant family event
Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh
+44 (0) 28 6632 5000
EnniskillenCastle
Ulster Tatler’s Hotel of the Year 2015 | Hospitality Ulster’s Hotel Bar of the Year 2015
Luxury Travel Guide Northern Ireland’s Luxury Hotel of the Year 2016 @ecmfcm
enniskillencastle.co.uk
CONTENTS
Page
Welcome 2
Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark 4
Boat Trips & Day Boat Hire 13
Cruising, Marinas & Boat Services 16
Visitor Attractions 19
Genealogy 26
Arts & Crafts 30
Activities For All 32
- Activity Centres 33
- Angling 36
- Golfing 38
- Canoeing 40
- Karting 40
- Air Activities 41
- Equestrian 41
- Entertainment 42
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Award Winning Lakeside Hotel - Cycling & Walking 44
71 Spacious Rooms
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- Spa & Yoga Breaks 46
14 Lakeside Lodges
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- Health & Fitness 48
Health Club & Kalm Spa
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Shopping 49
Food Served Daily
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Eating Out 52
Tourist Services 62
Transport 63
Fermanagh Map 64
Accommodation Directory 66
fermanaghlakelands.com #fermanaghlakelands @fermanaghlakes 1
historic monuments which can families and children which capturing the beauty of the
be seen. Because of the vast offer summer programmes Lakelands on camera or canvas.
expanse of water Fermanagh and activities at great value.
Lakelands is a perfect location With so many wonderful So whether you’re an activity
for all sorts of water sports. scenic routes and viewpoints enthusiast with an urge to
Fermanagh has a number Fermanagh is picture perfect find a new adrenaline rush or
of top-class activity centres – take your memories back someone who prefers a relaxing
accommodating groups, home to show your friends by trip down the lake – it’s all here.
Welcome
to the
Fermanagh Lakelands
A visitor’s paradise and home to
some of Ireland’s natural wonders
With fresh air and green just waiting to be discovered. Fermanagh Lakelands is the
fields in abundance, teamed Scenic routes through lake perfect environment for a
with quality accommodation shore countryside and boating holiday. With several
and plenty to see and do, rugged mountain terrains on shore boat hire companies
Fermanagh is the perfect offer walking and cycling no specialist knowledge is
destination to make enthusiasts the perfect required, just a good sense
memories that will last way to see the natural Irish of adventure! This is the
forever. countryside at its best. Not perfect way to explore the
known for its busy roads or waters of Lough Erne and
For those of you who just bustling sidewalks, when the surrounding Fermanagh
want to spend some time in visiting Fermanagh the easy countryside.
our glorious county taking in going way of the local people
the sites on foot, by bicycle gives visitors the chance to Or if you’d prefer a more
or car, the county is steeped mingle and get an insight into relaxing way to experience
in history and heritage sites the Irish way of life. The warm the beauty of the area
which are off the beaten track welcome that Irish people are then hop aboard a guided
giving you time to explore renowned has not escaped boat tour. All you have to
the traditions that lie within. our Lakeland County! do is sit back and relax
From castles to pre-historic One of the best ways to while the insightful guide’s
monuments and mountain explore the Lakelands commentary brings life to the
tombs this magical county is is definitely by water. picturesque landscape and
2 Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre - T: +44 (0) 28 6632 5000 fermanaghlakelands.com #fermanaghlakelands @fermanaghlakes 3
//ABOUT FERMANAGH | MARBLE ARCH CAVES GLOBAL GEOPARK BLACKSLEE WATERFALL, LOUGH NAVAR FOREST
Marble Arch Caves
Marble Arch Fermanaghand in 2008
Caves Global into west Cavan, when
Geopark is located it became the first cross
in the rugged border Geopark anywhere
mountainous in the world.
uplands and gently
rolling lowlands Within the Geopark,
of Counties there’s plenty to suit all
Fermanagh and ages and abilities; whether CALCITE CRADLE, MARBLE ARCH CAVES
Cavan. you fancy a quiet stroll
Taking in the world on a leafy woodland path
famous Marble Arch or a strenuous hike over The Marble Arch Caves Explore the informative
Caves, the Geopark high hills, or if you’re a are one of Europe’s exhibition area in the
contains some of dedicated cave explorer or finest showcaves and Visitor Centre, watch
the finest natural an intrepid rock climber, allow visitors to explore the free audio-visual
landscapes on the island a novice canoeist or an a fascinating, natural presentation, browse the
of Ireland and offers a expert bird watcher – there underworld of rivers, eclectic range of products
window into the areas is something for everyone. winding passages and available in the gift shop
895 million year past. lofty chambers. and take a leisurely stroll
The Marble Arch Stand at one of Ireland’s through the Marble Arch
Caves Global Geopark best viewpoints at the Lively and informative National Nature Reserve.
was one of the first Magho Cliffs in the guides conduct tours
eight Geoparks to be Lough Navar Forest or past a bewildering variety Marble Arch Caves are
recognised in the world discover the pre-historic of cave formations. open daily for guided tours
by UNESCO (the United monuments in the Cavan Stalactites glisten above and advance booking is
Nations Educational Burren Park. steamways and chambers, strongly recommended.
Scientific and Cultural while fragile mineral
Organisation) when they Why not take time to stroll veils and cascades of
launched their Geoparks
initiative in 2001.
along the shores of Lough
Erne at Castle Caldwell
creamy calcite coat walls
and create shimmering
M.A.C.G.G. FACT
Did you know that the
Since then, the Geopark or to see the source of terraces. Marble Arch Cave system
has gone through a Ireland’s mighty River is 11.5km in length, the
number of expansions; Shannon where it wells up Electrically powered boats 2nd longest cave system
in 2007 the Geopark was from deep, hidden caves at glide through the huge in Ireland and the only
expanded into the public the Shannon Pot. caverns carrying visitors showcave in Northern
Ireland?
lands in west along a subterranean river.
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//ABOUT FERMANAGH | MARBLE ARCH CAVES GLOBAL GEOPARK
Geopark Sites Distance: Time: Facilities:
www.marblearchcavesgeopark.com
Co. Fermanagh Co. Cavan Co. Fermanagh Co. Fermanagh Co. Fermanagh Co. Fermanagh
Castle Cavan Burren Cuilcagh Ely Lough Navar Pollnagollum Cave
Caldwell Park Boardwalk Lodge Forest & Belmore Forest
4km Coach/Car Parking; 12km 2km Car Parking; Fishing 7km
(Shorter Trails Available) Toilets; Picnic Area; (6km linear route) (Longer Trails Available) Stands; Interpretation; 2 hours
1.5hrs Interpretation; 4-5 hours 40 Mins Toilets; Picnic Areas; Interpretation, Car
Car Parking; Picnic Multi-Access Trail; Car-Parking; Car Parking; Picnic Walking; Viewpoint; Parking
Area; Interpretation; Walking; Viewpoint Interpretation; Area; Interpretation; Cycling
Walking; Boat Jetty; Walking; Viewpoint Multi-Access Trail;
Bird Hides Walking; Fishing A spectacular forest
Cavan Burren Park is A spectacular forest across 2600 hectares of
a unique landscape This route is a difficult Stands; Viewpoint;
Boat Jetty across 2600 hectares of bog, heath, woodland and
A pretty peninsula of mixed of geological and mountain walk consisting bog, heath, woodland and open water - dominated
forest and a birdwatcher’s archaeological features in of gravel farm track, open water - dominated by coniferous woodland
paradise. The waymarked a natural setting. Whether wooden boardwalk and Nestled on the shores of by coniferous woodland containing pockets of
trails meander around a it’s the stunning scenery, wooden steps which lead Lower Lough Erne, 250 containing pockets of ancient native woodland.
fascinating collection of intriguing visitor centre, you to a resting area along hectares of delightful ancient native woodland. The area boasts a rich
remnants of the estate perfectly preserved glacial the plateau of Cuilcagh mixed deciduous and The area boasts a rich natural, geological and
including the ruined house, erractics, spectacular Mountain and reward you coniferous woodland natural, geological and archaeological heritage.
intriguing Fiddler’s Stone prehistoric graves, bog- with stunning views of the harbours an abundance archaeological heritage. A network of walking
and unrivalled limestone bridge walking trails or surrounding landscape. of wildlife and interesting A network of walking and cycling routes of
kiln. The geology of the water worn limestone history dating back to the and cycling routes of varying lengths and a 7
Castle Caldwell Estate is pavement, a visit to 17th Century. An intricate varying lengths and a 7 mile scenic drive ensure
responsible for the location Cavan Burren Park is an network of waymarked mile scenic drive ensure there is something for
of the nearby Belleek opportunity to experience trails meander through the there is something for everyone. The jewel is
Pottery. a vast world of natural and scenic woodland, including everyone. The jewel is undoubtedly the 300m
man-made history. a multi-access trail, undoubtedly the 300m high Magho Cliffs which
enabling this pretty site to high Magho Cliffs which command immense views
be explored by all. command immense views over counties Fermanagh,
over counties Fermanagh, Tyrone, Sligo and Donegal.
Tyrone, Sligo and Donegal.
Within the Geopark we strive are proud to boast 2 fully Geo VR at Marble This innovative educational been developed through
Accessibility in to offer accessibility to as accessible waymarked trails.
Arch Caves UNESCO tool will enable you to the Drifting Apart project,
the Geopark many visitors as possible,
but due to the rugged
An exciting development
within the Geopark is the use Global Geopark.
visit Geopark sites which
presently have no public
funded through the Northern
Peripheries and Artic
outdoor terrain at many of virtual reality which will access as well as creating Area Programme under
Geopark sites, this isn’t enhance accessibility. Launching Summer 2018 opportunities for people the European Regional
at Marble Arch Caves
Geo VR at the always possible.
UNESCO Global Geopark is
with additional needs to Development Fund.
experience some of our
Global Geopark At Cavan Burren Park the exciting GeoVR (Virtual favourite Geopark sites.
and Ely Lodge Forest we Reality) programme. The GeoVR experience has
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//ABOUT FERMANAGH | MARBLE ARCH CAVES GLOBAL GEOPARK
When you are out and about exploring in the
Geopark please be mindful of our
Geopark Code
1 LEAVE WHAT YOU FIND - Many of the species and formations in the Geopark are rare
and important so please take only pictures of these remarkable landscapes.
2 RESPECT OTHERS - Many people work and live within the Geopark, so help them out
by refraining from blocking gates, damaging fences and make sure to respect livestock.
3 KEEP TO THE TRAIL - There are important habitats which are very sensitive to
footsteps so help conserve them by staying on waymarked trails and keep yourself safe
by steering clear of cliffs, bog holes and uneven terrain.
4 TAKE YOUR LITTER HOME - Litter not only looks awful but can be eaten by wildlife,
livestock and can end up in our waterways, so please help the environment by leaving
only footprints.
5 PREPARATION IS KEY - The weather in the Geopark can change in the blink of an eye
so make sure to take warm, waterproof clothing, sturdy footwear and very importantly -
something to eat and drink. A truly unique and awe
MINIMISE FIRE RISK - Uncontrolled fires can destroy hundreds of acres of habitat inspiring experience awaits you
6 which take years to recover. Help prevent this by not throwing cigarette ends or glass/
plastic bottles away which can cause ignition. This award winning tourist attraction
is a must on any visitor ‘to do’ list. A guided 75 minute walk through
Geopark Events
one of Europe’s most exquisite show caves is a must see!
Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark
An on-going programme of events takes place Geopark staff members also carry out visits to 43 Marlbank Road | Legnabrocky | Florencecourt
in the Geopark, where people can explore our schools and organise special educational events Tours last Heavy rain Advance Please choose County Fermanagh | N. Ireland | BT92 1EW
75 minutes, can affect the booking is comfortable
landscapes and enjoy the wonders of the natural at various times throughout the year. For more including a duration of the strongly walking shoes T: +44 (0) 28 6634 8855
subterranean cave tour. recommended. & warm sweater
environment. Fossil fun days, heritage trails, information about the Marble Arch Caves Global boat trip. recommended
mac@fermanaghomagh.com
guided walks and scavenger hunts are examples Geopark and what it has to offer please contact www.marblearchcavesgeopark.com
of some of the activities taking place in the @macgeopark
Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark
Geopark.
43 Marlbank Road | Legnabrocky Open daily: March - October
The Geopark offers a comprehensive education Florencecourt | Co.Fermanagh
programme throughout the year based at the Northern Ireland | BT92 1EW
Marble Arch Caves Visitor Centre. Curriculum T: +44 (0)28 6634 885
linked programmes are offered for primary, E: mac@fermanaghomagh.com
post-primary and tertiary levels. www.marblearchcavesgeopark.com
@macgeopark
There are many other sites and trails open in the Geopark all year round. For more information on
these please visit pages 4-9, 23, 28-29 of this guide.
8 Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre | T: +44 (0) 28 6632 5000
Classic Fishing Saturday 29 September 2018
Festival Fermanagh & Saturday 28 September 2019
13-17 May 2019
@classicfishingfestival
www.fermanaghclassicfishing.com
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Boat Trips &
Day Boat Hire
Enniskillen Main A46 Belleek-Enniskillen Road | Erne Tours | Brook Park | Enniskillen | BT74 7EU
ERNE TOURS T: +44 (0) 28 6632 2882 | E: info@ernetours.com | www.ernetours.com
56-seater waterbus departs from the Round ‘O’ Jetty, Brook Park. Guided
tours available Easter to the end of September on a regular basis for
public and coach/private parties.
Public tours last 1 hour 45 minutes and include a visit to Devenish Island
Monastic site. Shop/Bar/toilets onboard. Saturday evening May-Sept,
Public Dinner Cruise to the Killyhevlin Hotel 1.5 hour cruise/3 course
dinner (prices all inclusive). Private standard/lunch/dinner cruises by
arrangement.
Public Sailing Times: Easter/May | Bank Holiday- Special Sailings
May & Sept – Tues, Sat, Sun, 2.15pm |
June - Daily 2.15pm (4.15pm) No.’s Permitting
Also At Brook Park July & August Daily: 10.30, 12.15, 2.15, 4.15.
Pay on board (Booking possible for groups of 10 or more) Coffee shop
Coach Play Coffee Jetties & Outdoor available at the park, open daily.
Parking Park Shop Slipway Fitness
Extend Guided Tours available from 1st March to 31st October. Group
Bookings Available. Please arrive 20 minutes before departure.
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Boat Trips Day Boat Hire
Enniskillen Castle Archdale Marina, Lisnarick, Irvinestown BT94 1NB Castle Archdale Lisnarick | Irvinestown | Co. Fermanagh
DEVENISH ISLAND FERRY T: 028 6862 1156 | www.castlearchdaleboathire.com | info@castlearchdaleboarhire.com CASTLE ARCHDALE BOAT T: +44 (0) 28 6862 1156 | T: +44 (0) 28 6862 1892
HIRE AND WATERSPORTS www.castlearchdaleboathire.com
Founded in the 6th century by St Molaise and today visitors can view extensive ruins including a 12th
Century Round Tower, Augustinian Abbey, St Molaise’s House and a graveyard with an unusual mid 15th We offer a wide range of activities to suit all the family including 8 person and 6 person day boats
Century carved cross. The public ferry service from Trory to Devenish Island has now resumed. available for half day and full day hire, canoe and kayak hire, water trampolining, cycle hire, White Island
Ferry sailings taking place July & August 7 days a week 10am – 5pm; September Thurs – Mon 10am – ferry and many other activities. Summer Canoe School - Available Monday and Tuesday during peak
5pm; October Sat & Sun 10am – 5pm. Adult £5, Children £4 season (booking essential).
Opening Times- Peak Season: Mon-Sun 09:00-18:00, Off Peak: Weekends Only 09:00-18:00
Killadeas Bookings Recommended. All sailings subject to minimum numbers and weather conditions. Enniskillen Regal Pass Jetty | Enniskillen | County Fermanagh | BT74 7BL
LADY OF THE LAKE CRUISER T: +44 (0) 28 6862 2200 | E: info@ladyofthelaketours.com | www.ladyofthelaketours.com ERNE BOAT HIRE LTD T: +44 (0) 7523 423 232 | M: +44 (0) 7523 423 232 | E: erneboathire@icloud.com
Moored at the Inishclare Jetty, Killadeas, just outside of Enniskillen and minutes from the Manor House Boats are available all year round and can be booked via mobile phone, Facebook or by email.
Country Hotel, the Lady of the Lake Cruiser is a spacious luxury double deck air conditioned pleasure Erne Boat Hire is a family run business with purpose built boats for the rental market. Our self drive
cruiser. The ultimate venue to celebrate Engagements, Weddings, Birthdays, Special Occasions as well as boats comfortably hold six adults. Buoyancy aids and fuel is provided and if required tuition can be given
Corporate Events and Conferences (56 people). to inexperience boaters. Devenish Island is approximately 30 minutes travel time. Ardowen Theatre
and Killyhelvin Hotel are approximately 20 minutes travel time. The boats are an ideal way to view the
Enjoy the beauty of the Fermanagh Lakelands on-board with a wide range of catering options available wildlife of beautiful Lough Erne or to take in the historical sites of Enniskillen and the surrounding area.
such as 4 course Lunch/Dinner (38 people) or a satisfying Hot/Cold Buffet. Sailings from Enniskillen
and surrounding the Lough Erne can be organised. PUBLIC CRUISES: Every Saturday at 11.30am,
Daily Sailings in July & August at 11.30am. SUNSET DINNER CRUISES: from June – Sept. Advanced Killadeas
Booking recommended and all sailings subject to weather conditions and minimum numbers. Killadeas | County Fermanagh | BT94 1NY
MANOR HOUSE T:+44 (0) 28 6862 8100 | E: info@manormarine.com | www.manormarine.com
MARINE DAY BOATS
BOAT HIRE! NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! Price includes: tuition, fuel, navigation map, buoyancy aids.
Enjoy a day cruising Lough Erne, relax and fish or take a picnic and visit one of the many islands such
Lisnaskea Share Discovery Village | 221Lisnaskea Rd | Shanaghy | Lisnaskea | BT92 0JZ as Devenish Island or White Island. Prices start from £65
THE INISHCRUISER T: +44 (0) 28 6772 2122 | reception@sharevillage.org | www.sharevillage.org 8 person & 6 person boat hire available. Visit our website or call for rates.
Public Cruises departs SHARE at 2.30pm on Bank Holiday Mondays. Throughout the year Afternoon Teas
and one off specialty themed cruises are scheduled. Contact to find out scheduled tours. The Inishcruiser
is available for private tours for groups of 20 or more.
Boat Trips & Day Boat Hire
This fully guided cruise lasts 1 ½ – 2 hours and meanders its way through the intricate islands of Upper
Lough Erne.
Castle Archdale Castle Archdale Marina | Lisnarick | BT94 1PP (10 miles from Enniskillen on the B82 Kesh Road)
WHITE ISLAND T: +44 (0) 28 6862 1892 | +44(0)28 6862 1156 | e: info@drumhoneyholidaypark.com
White Island is located on Lower Lough Erne situated in Castle Archdale Bay off the east shore of Lower
Lough Erne. On the Island are the ruins of a 12th-century church and 8 archaic carved stone figures dating
Day Boat Hire
back to the 6th century. The White Island Ferry Service operates daily in July & August, over Easter & May
Bank Holidays - £4 per person. Tour time approx. 1 hour. Additional tours can be arranged for groups.
Contact numbers above for sailing times.
No Experience or
Enniskillen Enniskillen
Licence Required
ERNE WATER TAXIS T: +44 (0) 77 1977 0588 | info@ernewatertaxi.com | www.ernewatertaxi.com
See Lough Erne your way with Erne Water Taxi’s chauffeur driven boats. Travel in the comfort of our covered
8- seater boat, complete with cab, without having to worry about the driving. Your tour guide will help you
explore the history of Lough Erne. Leaving from Enniskillen at the side of Fermanagh Lakeland Forum
Leisure Centre, pick up and drop off can also be arranged from any accessible jetty on Lough Erne. Costs
dependant on the length of the journey, see website. 1 hour tours from £7.50pp (based on 8 people)
Services Available March – October.
Water Taxi’s Service
1-1.5 Hour Tour Half Day Tour Full Day Tour Bespoke tours by request.
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& Boat Services
Irvinestown (Ecba Member) Aghinver | Irvinestown | Co. Fermanagh | BT94 1JY
AGHINVER BOAT COMPANY T: +44 (0) 28 686 31400 | E: info@abcboats.com | www.abcboats.com
Third generation family owned boat charter company on lower
lough erne with over 40 years experience. The most modern fleet in
ireland, we pride ourselves on personal service, guaranteed.
Bellanaleck (Ecba Member) The Moorings | Bellanaleck | BT92 2BA | T: +44 (0) 28 3834 4993 | F: +44 (0) 28 3755 1806
CARRICK CRAFT E: sales@carrickcraft.com | www.cruise-ireland.com
• 2/4 berth from £509per week • 4/6 berth from £717 per week • 6/8 berth from £1239 per week
Cruise Ireland - The magic of Ireland’s Waterways. Ireland’s leading Cruiser-Hire Company offer the best
in boating holidays on the Erne, Shannon and Shannon-Erne Waterways. Boats of all sizes available
which are fully equipped to ensure your comfort on board. No experience necessary as all tuition and
demonstrations will be provided. Choice of 3 start marinas on Lough Erne and the River Shannon.
Killadeas (ECBA Member) Lough Erne | Killadeas | BT94 1NY
MANOR HOUSE MARINE T: +44 (0) 28 6862 8100
& COTTAGES E: info@manormarine.com | www.manormarine.com
CRUISING, MARINAS & BOAT SERVICES
Boat holiday prices:
w 2/4 berth from £575pw w 4/6 berth from £765pw w 6/8 berth from £1195pw
w Day boats - Prices start from £65
Our fleet is one of the most modern in Ireland, all exclusively designed for us and equipped to offer
you a boating holiday of a life time. NO EXPERIENCE OR LICENCE REQUIRED. FULL TUITION GIVEN. 6
miles from Enniskillen. Day boats also for hire - Half Day (4 hr ) & Full Day (8 hrs)
Ballinamore Ballinamore | County Leitrim | T: 00 353 (0) 7196 44122
RIVERSDALE BARGE E: info@riversdaleholidays.com | www.riversdaleholidays.com
HOLIDAYS & BOAT BUILDING
Riversdale Barge Holidays & Boatbuilding are based on the Shannon Erne Waterway. Our fleet
consists of wide beam barges that are of a traditional design which gives greater living space and
comfort to the holiday maker. Our barges are furnished with log burning stoves and fully equipped
galleys. It allows you to navigate the Irish Inland waterways, the Shannon Erne Waterway, The
Shannon River and Lough Erne and gives you the total holiday experience that you want from
Fermanagh’s beautiful Lakelands. Barging the Fermanagh Lakelands: Prunella Scales and Timothy West
Derrylin Drumetta | Aghalane | Derrylin | Co Fermanagh | BT92 9FT | T: +44 (0) 28 6774 8712
CORRAQUILL CRUISING E: info@corraquill-cruising.com | www.corraquill-cruising.com
| w Low Season - from £760 | w Mid Season - from £890 | w High Season - from £1095
| w W/end breaks available from £330
We are a privately run business operating fully equipped traditional Dutch Barges designed for all
weather cruising. A transfer service from air and sea ports is available. We are friendly and flexible to
ensure you have a memorable holiday.
Kesh Muckross | Kesh | BT93 1TZ | T:+44 (0) 28 6863 1414
ERNE CHARTER BOAT LAKELAND MARINE F:+44 (0) 28 68631960 | E: andy@lakeland-marine.co.uk | www.lakeland-marine.co.uk
ASSOCIATION (ECBA) www.boat-holidays.info
This association has developed its own code of practice and strict regulations to which all craft 120 Berth Marina situated in Muckross Bay at Lower Lough Erne. Retailers of O’Brien & O’Neill watersports equipment and Bolle Eye Wear.
available for hire must comply, ensuring each customer hires a safe, well serviced boat which is All marine engine repairs and marina services. Long and short term private and public berthing.
equipped to the highest standards. The member companies are located along the Erne Waterway.
No driving licence is needed. Upon arrival at the marina of your choice, you will be given thorough
Carrybridge Crawford’s Marina | Carrybridge | Lisbellaw | Co. Fermanagh | BT94 5NF
instructions on the handling of your cruiser before you set off. Ample crockery, cutlery, cooking
utensils and tea towels all included. All craft are fitted with electric lights, piped drinking water, hot TOM LEONARD MARINE T: +44 (0) 28 6638 7806 | E: info@tomleonardmarine.com | www.tomleonardmarine.com
and cold water supply, refrigerator, heating and marine flush WC. sleeping bag/duvet with sheets,
pillows, blanket and hand towel are provided for each crew member. Compass, binoculars, navigation Our moorings are located over two sites, Carrybridge and Bellanaleck. Both marinas have floating jetties, running water, shore power, security
chart and instruction booklet, anchor, 2 mooring lines, boat hook, first aid kit, lifebelt, buoyancy aids cameras and secure parking. The repair center is located at the Carrybridge site, however we also offer a mobile repair service over all of Lough
all supplied. Fuel tanks are full at start of cruise - just pay for what you use. Food provisions can be Erne. Onsite facilities include lifting up to 30 tonne, hardstand storage, servicing, all other Mechanical Repairs, GRP Repairs, Antifouling, Moorings,
ordered in advance. All cruiser companies provide road transfers to and from all Irish airports or other Boat Haulage, Canopy and Upholstery Repairs. We also offer boat sales and a brokerage service, browse our online catalogue at www.mtlmarine.
arrival destinations. com or get in touch for more information
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ENNISKILLEN CASTLE
Enniskillen Castle | Co Fermanagh | BT74 7HL
T: +44 (0) 28 6632 5000 EnniskillenCastle
@ecmfcm enniskillencastle.co.uk
Enniskillen Castle is situated along the banks of the River
Erne it is the perfect place to begin exploring Fermanagh’s
rich history. Home to Fermanagh County Museum and The
Inniskillings Museum, visitors to Enniskillen Castle can also
enjoy seven new galleries which tell the story of the local area
from prehistoric to modern times.
The complex also boasts a stunning new purpose built visitor
centre – with impressive views of Lough Erne and the Castle’s
Visit Our Newly Refurbished redeveloped grounds and gardens – with a genealogy service
Visitor Centre & Museums & Café also available.
BEAR ESSENTIALS & SILVER BEAR CENTRE
Tirnawannagh | Bawnboy | Co.Cavan
T: 00 353 (0)49 9523461 or 00 353 (0)87 76 10537
E:info@bearessentials.ie www.bearessentials.ie
Situated on the Cavan side of the Geopark beside Brackley
Lake you can find the largest Teddy Bear Collection in
Ireland. The Gift Shop stocks Anke’s Irish Made bears and
also famous brands like Steiff, Charlie & Bukowski Bears.
The Silver Bear Centre offers workshops all year round.
Wheelchair access, parking, picnic areas, playground &
Visitor Attractions
garden. 25 min from Enniskillen, free entry, workshops
require pre booking.
BELLEEK POTTERY VISITOR CENTRE
Belleek, BT93 3FY
T:+44 (0) 28 6865 9300 | +44 (0) 28 6865 8501
E: takethetour@belleek.ie | www.belleekpottery.ie
Public Cruises departs SHARE at 2.30pm on Bank Holiday Mondays. Throughout the year
Celebrating 160 years of expert craftsmanship in 2017,
Afternoon Teas and one off specialty themed cruises are scheduled. Contact to find out Belleek Pottery is Ireland’s oldest working pottery.
scheduled tours. The Inishcruiser is available for private tours for groups of 20 or more. We invite you to take our 30 minute guided tour; visitors
will see, hear and touch the product throughout the tour.
Centre facilities include restaurant, retail showroom,
museum and audio visual theatre.
See website for opening hours & admission prices.
18 Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre T: +44 (0) 28 6632 5000 fermanaghlakelands.com #fermanaghlakelands @fermanaghlakes 19National Trust EAGLES FLYING Ballymote | Co Sligo | T:00 353 (0)-71-9189310
Fermanagh www.eaglesflying.com
GPS: N54°06.207W 8°34.053
The attraction for all the family - excitement, fun, photo
opportunities and much more at affordable prices. Enjoy
CASTLE COOLE Eagles, Hawks, Owls and Vultures flying right over your
National Trust | Enniskillen | BT74 6JY head, landing next to you or even landing on your own hand.
T:+44 (0) 28 6632 2690 Ireland’s largest and multi awards winning Bird of Prey
E: castlecoole@nationaltrust.org.uk Centre offers incomparable experiences. More than 100
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/castle-coole Birds of Prey, some of them with a wing span of 3 metres
and many other animals are waiting for you. The interactive
The neo-classical masterpiece, completed in 1798 captures and highly entertaining bird shows start at 11 am and 3 pm
the elegance and opulence of its era. The mansion is set in a every day. Before and after the shows you can enjoy guided
beautiful landscaped park with scenic walks to enjoy. tours or walk the parklands and see the birds in aviaries. You
can also get hands-on with the animals in our Touch-Zoo,
Visit the huge basement where a number of servants once such as Raccoon, Foxes and Reptiles.
worked and look out for the underground ‘Servants Tunnel’. Open: daily 10.30am - 12.30pm & 2.30pm - 4.30pm / 1st
Please contact the property directly for opening times and prices. April - 7th November / 2 hours programme / the 1 hour
shows start at 11.00am and 3.00pm.
CROM ESTATE
GARDEN OF THE CELTIC SAINTS
National Trust | Newtownbutler | BT92 8AJ
T: +44 (0) 28 6773 8118 (Visitor Centre), Sacred Heart Church, Lisnarick Road,
Holiday Cottage Booking Office: 0344 800 2070 Irvinestown BT94 1EX
E: crom@nationaltrust.org.uk T: 028 6862 1158/ 028 6862 1133
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/crom
The Devenish figures are a unique collection of wooden
Crom is one of the most important nature conservation sites sculptures carved out of Irish oak, located in the
in these islands. The beautiful lakeside demesne is home to centenary garden in Irvinestown.
ancient woodland, freshwater habitats and rare butterflies.
Hire a boat from the Visitor Centre and enjoy viewing Crom from The figures of saints and scholars which include Saints
Lough Erne. Please contact the property for opening times and Molaise, Columcille and Killian are the work of Lithuanian
prices. Jonas Raiskas, who has been living in the country for the
last f our years. The garden is open to the public and is
free. It really is well worth a visit!
Visitor Attractions
FLORENCE COURT
National Trust | Florence Court |
Enniskillen | BT92 1DB | T:+44 (0) 28 6634 8249,
COLES MONUMENT
Holiday Cottage Booking Office: 0344 800 2070 Forthill, Enniskillen
E: florencecourt@nationaltrust.org.uk T: +44 (0) 28 6632 5000
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/florence-court
Started in 1845, it is built in memory of Sir. Galbraith Lowry
A remarkable and welcoming 18th century Irish estate with Cole G.C.B and took 12 years to build.
extensive woodland trails, scenic gardens and children’s play A series of 108 spiral steps leading to panoramic views of
area, all set against a backdrop of mountains. Take a house Enniskillen. Admission free. Children to be accompanied by
tour to discover the home of the former Earls of Enniskillen. adults.
Home baking is a speciality in our tea-room. Please contact the Contact Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre for
property for opening times and prices. opening hours - +44(0) 28 6632 5000
20 Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre || T: +44 (0) 28 6632 5000 fermanaghlakelands.com #fermanaghlakelands @fermanaghlakes 2124-25 Sept
MARBLE ARCH CAVES
OPEN
ALL YEAR
ROUND
Monday - Friday:
9.30am - 5pm Enniskillen Castle, situated beside the River Erne
Saturday: in County Fermanagh, was built almost 600 years
11am - 5pm ago by the ruling Gaelic Maguires. The historic
l £3Sunday:
entrance to festival site houses two museums, Fermanagh County
Includes
l June - Septembervisit to Castle & Museums Museum and The Inniskillings Museum.
11.00am - 5.00pm New facilities include a café, shop, discovery
l Great opportunity to visit this newly refurbished
space with panoramic views, seven new galleries,
attraction and enjoy this brilliant family event
genealogy centre and tourist information.
43 Marlbank Road , Legnabrocky,
Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh Florencecourt BT92 1EW
+44 (0) 28 6632 5000 T:+44 (0) 28 6634 8855
EnniskillenCastle E: mac@fermanaghomagh.com
www.marblearchcavesgeopark.com
@ecmfcm
enniskillencastle.co.uk @macgeopark
Marble Arch Caves are one of Europe’s finest
ARIGNA MINING EXPERIENCE showcaves allowing visitors to explore a fascinating
Arigna | County Roscommon | N41Y P78 natural underground world of rivers, winding
t: (00353) 719646466 | e: valeria@arignaminingexperience. passages and lofty chambers both by boat and on
ie | www.arignaminingexperience.ie foot.
Only a 1 hour drive from Enniskillen, the Arigna Mining Open daily March – October. The first tour operates
Experience in Co. Roscommon will certainly appeal to those at 10am and the last tour at 4.30pm. In July and
looking for a day out with a difference. The visitor centre August longer opening hours operate – please check
is located in a beautiful scenic location overlooking Lough the website. Advance book is strongly recommended
Visitor Attractions
Allen. Now a popular tourist post, this visitor centre is a particularly at weekends and during school holidays.
community inspired initiative that perseveres the 400 year Booking and information is available by telephoning
old coal mining heritage of the area and allows visitors am the visitor centre daily from 9am.
insight into coal mining life as it was in the Arigna Valley for
centuries. Guided tours are weather dependant so it is
advisable to contact the visitor centre prior to
With an ex-Miner as your tour guide, the visit to the museum departure. The Marble Arch Caves Visitor Centre is
includes access to an exhibit area where there us a DVD located in a National Nature Reserve in the shadows
presentation and a wonderful authentic photographic of Cuilcagh Mountain and has coach and car parking,
exhibition. The highlight of the visit is an underground an exhibition area, classroom, toilets, souvenir shop,
tour where the visitor is brought to the mine’s coal face restaurant, free audio-visual presentation and free
and where lighting and sound effects add to the reality WiFi.
of the experience. The centre is fully accessible and is an An education service and events programme are
all-weather facility, open all year round. The Arigna Mining offered throughout the year.
Experience is located close to the borders of Leitrim, Sligo & Admission Prices: See website for opening hours
Fermanagh. Open: 7 days per week, year round, 10:00-17:00 and admission rates.
22 Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre T: +44 (0) 28 6632 5000 fermanaghlakelands.com #fermanaghlakelands @fermanaghlakes 23GLENVIEW FOLK MUSEUM DREENAN FIGURE (Boa Island Figure/Janus Figure) - Boa Island | Kesh | Enniskillen
Aghoo, Ballinamore | Co. Leitrim This very well-known stone figure has been sitting in the rural
T: (00353) 719644157 | M:00 353 (0) 87 6971901 graveyard at Caldragh, in Dreenan, on Boa Island since at least 1841.
E: glenviewmuseum@gmail.com | www.glenviewmuseum.ie
For many years the scholarly opinion was that it belonged to the pagan
Features a private collection of over 10,000 antique, historical and Iron Age. The statue has often been described, wrongly, as a Janus
novel items. On display is an impressive street scene with a variety of figure – Janus being a Roman god who could look in many directions.
shops including a pub. The collection also contains Tradesmen’s tools, But this is not a figure with two faces but two complete, more or less
household items, churns, lamps, coins and vintage transport including a identical, figures placed back to back. It likely represents an unpleasant
mobile shop. Guided tours given. Coach parking. and frightening figure of mythology and folk-lore, identifying with
the war-goddess Badhbh – the hooded crow. This view, based on the
appearance of the figures, is given extra credibility by the fact that the
name Boa island comes from the Irish Inis Badhbha – ‘Badhbh’s island’.
RAILWAY MUSEUM @ HEADHUNTERS BARBERS SHOP
The Wor
ld’s 5 Darling Street | Enniskillen | Co Fermanagh | BT74 7DP
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T:+44 (0) 28 66 327488 | E: info@headhuntersmuseum. TICKETY MOO
Mus eu m com | www.headhuntersmuseum.com
Moo HQ | Oghill Farm | Killadeas | Irvinestown | Co. Fermanagh | BT94 1RG
The only barber shop in the world where you get a haircut
T: +44 (0)28 6862 8779 | Find Us On Facebook.
and explore the golden age of steam travel at the same time.
Headhunters is inspired through the Johnston family’s interest in An ice cream farm shop with a difference! - Visitors can watch it’s
local railway history with one of the largest collections of Irish railway herd of award winning pedigree Jersey cows being milked and then
memorabilia on display. Open Tuesday – Saturday 9.00am - 5.30pm. Free visit the Ice Cream Parlour and enjoy fantastic flavours such as:
Admission to Museum. Bubblegum Mallow, Balsamic Strawberry, Rhubarb Crumble and
custard, Double Caramel Fudge Chunk and many more!
Open Easter through September.
THE ORGANIC CENTRE
Rossinver | County Leitrim | T: (00353) 71 98 54338
E: info@theorganiccentre.ie | www.theorganiccentre.ie ULSTER AMERICAN FOLK PARK
Organic gardens and polytunnels, orchard, compost display area, willow 2 Mellon Rd | Castletown | Omagh | Co Tyrone | BT78 5QU
sculptures and community garden. Eco-shop, seeds and plants. Courses, T: +44 (0) 28 82 24 3292 | info@nmni.com | www.nmni.com
events and workshops. Book your guided tours. Playground for children. Immerse yourself in the story of Irish emigration
Grass Roof Café open weekends only. at the museum that brings it to life. Experience the
Open every day Mid-February to November. Closed Mondays adventure that takes you from the thatched cottages
of Ulster, on board a full-scale emigrant sailing ship, to the log cabins
of the American frontier. Meet an array of costumed characters with
traditional crafts to show, tales to tell and food to share. Opening
SHEELIN ANTIQUE IRISH LACE SHOP & MUSEUM times: Mar-Sep: Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm. Oct-Feb: Tue-Fri, 10am-4pm and Sat & Sun, 11am-4pm. Closed
Visitor Attractions
Bellanaleck | County Fermanagh | BT92 2BA Monday except NI Bank Holidays. For admission prices visit www.nmni.com/uafp
T: +44 (0) 28 6634 8052 | E: rosemarycathcart1@gmail.com
www.instagram.com/sheelinlace/ | www.sheelinlace.com
All types of antique Irish lace and vintage items for sale including antique AN CREAGÁN
lace wedding gowns,christening gowns, lace handkerchiefs & wedding 186 Barony Rd | Omagh | Co. Tyrone | BT79 9AB | T: +44 (0)28 8076 1112
veils. One of the few places to buy antique Irish lace in Ireland. We also E: info@ancreagan.com | www.ancreagan.com | /ancreagan
have a small museum within the lace shop showcasing some spectacular An Creagán is a place that connects people to each other and to
pieces from our private collection. Open Mon- Sat all year 10am-6pm the natural world, offering a year-round programme of events,
workshops and activities to suit all ages. Families can enjoy natural
outdoor play in the Wild Woods and Play Garden, while the bog and
forest walks offer breath-taking vistas across the Sperrin Mountains.
FERMANAGH AUTHORS ASSOCIATION After the Great Outdoors try the Great Indoor experience in our
Commons | Belleek | BT93 3ED | M: +44(0) 78 5532 5693 | E: adam4eves@aol.com
Licensed Restaurant, Coffee Shop and Craft Shop, serving locally
produced food, drink and crafts. Catering for functions, weddings
We provide general and specialist Tour Guides as well as genealogists for any where in Ireland. Many of our and conferences, with self-catering cottages available on site. Free
guides are authors and broadcasters. parking and open access, all year round.
24 Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre T: +44 (0) 28 6632 5000 fermanaghlakelands.com #fermanaghlakelands @fermanaghlakes 25Genealogy in Fermanagh
Enniskillen Library
Enniskillen Library T: +44 (0) 28 6632 2886 or enniskillenlibrary@librariesni.org.uk
Here you can browse an extensive range of local and family history publications, graveyard inscriptions,
some church records and details of what life in Fermanagh was like before your ancestors left. Ordnance
Survey maps can also be seen here as well as microfilm of local newspapers going back to the early 1800s
which can be an important source especially if you have knowledge of significant dates. As signed up
members of Fermanagh Library (free) you can search Ancestry, one of the largest online
databases in the world as well as local databases. The staff are helpful and knowledgeable having dealt with
thousands of queries through the years. If they don’t know the answer they probably know of someone who
can provide the answer.
During the Great Famine of 1845 - 50 in Ireland, Fermanagh lost between the Census of 1841
and 1851 around 40,000 people or about ¼ of its population through death and migration.
There had been significant emigration before this time but the famine unleashed a flood of
Family History Researchers, Genealogists & Tour Guides
migrants and their descendants today populate, England, Scotland, Wales, the United States, Connect With Your Past (CWYP) E: cwyp@btinternet.com or send a text/sms to +44 (0) 777 240 2844
Canada, Australia and New Zealand to name some of the principal destinations. Fermanagh’s CWYP is a family history research company run by Frank McHugh, who is based in West Fermanagh. Frank
is a professional genealogist and he has completed the Postgraduate Certificate in Genealogical, Heraldic
population continued to drop and at c55,000 is now one third of what it was. and Palaeographic Studies at the University of Strathclyde. CWYP conduct family history research and tours,
with expertise in Fermanagh, Armagh, Cavan, Tyrone, Leitrim and Monaghan.
Today, many enthused through the Internet and Family History Societies now like to come
to Fermanagh in search of their roots. There are many examples of illustrious Fermanagh Erne Heritage Tour Guides E: adam4eves@aol.com or T: +44 (0) 28 68 658327 or +44 (0) 7855 325 693
descendants around the world such as Neil Armstrong, the first man on the Moon and John Genealogists & Tour Guides for all needs for all types of tours in Fermanagh or Ireland. Most of our guides are
qualified Blue Badge or Irish National Tour Guides. Operating for over 15 years. See our Fermanagh books at
White, Surgeon General of the First Fleet to Australia but, famous or otherwise, much can the www.erneheritagetours.com online bookshop. Payment by Paypal.
be found out about your Fermanagh ancestors. Taking on a genealogical search anywhere Contact John B. Cunningham, Erne Heritage Tours for further details.
demands prior research.
Frank Roofe E: frankroofe@btinternet.com or T: +44 (0) 28 6632 5426 M: +44 (0) 7841 087 657
Frank Roofe is a Genealogist, based in Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh with over 30 years experience undertakes
The degree of help you can be given is often directly in proportion to the information you have all types of family research. It is advisable for you to contact Frank prior to your arrival in Fermanagh as he
personally gleaned and the best results are obtained by finding out in advance the Parish may well be able to locate your ancestral home place and even some family. Tours of all ancestral home
or townland of origin of your ancestors. Your particular family information does not come places located and identified in Fermanagh a speciality.
prepacked ready to be handed across the counter but with a little careful preparation your
ancestral past may be revealed.
John B. Cunningham M.A. Fermanagh Genealogy Centre
Enniskillen Castle Visitor Information Centre
E: fgc2012@hotmail.com or T: +44 (0) 28 66 325000
Fermanagh Genealogy are a charitable organisation run by volunteers, who assist visitors to find their
family history connections in Fermanagh by providing a free 30-minute face-to-face consultation meeting.
Inniskillings Museum www.inniskillingsmuseum.com
As part of the genealogy service they outline the records available and possible avenues of research. It is
Genealogy
The Castle | Enniskillen | Co. Fermanagh | BT74 7HL | T: +44 (0)28 6632 3142 recommended that visitors make a booking. The Genealogy Centre is open for appointments on Monday,
Wednesday and Thursday afternoons from 2pm to 5pm.
The Inniskillings ‘Museum Trace a Relative’ research service can help you discover your relative’s military
career with the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers. The museum has many unique archives that our researchers can
Appointments can be made for the consultation service on the Enniskillen Castle Museum’s website on
access to collate a soldier’s time with the regiment.
www.enniskillencastle.co.uk/explore-more/fermanagh-genealogy-centre or by phoning Enniskillen Castle
Visitor Information Centre. Fermanagh Genealogy also organise monthly talks in Enniskillen Library and
The museum can research any soldier who served with the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers before 1921. To book a
publish an annual journal. Further information is available by emailing the Secretary on fgc2012@hotmail.
research enquiry please visit our website www.inniskillingsmuseum.com and click on the ‘Trace a Relative’
com. Information can also be found on the Fermanagh Genealogy website, www.fermanaghgenealogy.org
link on the homepage.
and on their facebook page, www.facebook.com/fermanaghgc.
26 Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre || T: +44 (0) 28 6632 5000 fermanaghlakelands.com #fermanaghlakelands @fermanaghlakes 27Global Geopark Marble Arch Caves UNESCO Geopark boasts over 50
stunning sites including breath-taking viewpoints, magical
waterfalls, wonderful wetlands and fantastic forests; with
key sites including Castle Caldwell, the mythical Cavan
Burren Park, Lough Navar Forest and Pollnagollum Cave
which was used as a film location in Game of Thrones - all of
which open all year round. 43 Marlbank Road, Legnabrocky
Florencecourt, Co. Fermanagh
Northern Ireland BT92 1EW
T: +44 (0) 28 6634 8855
E: mac@fermanaghomagh.com
www.marblearchcavesgeopark.com
@macgeopark
Marble Arch Caves
The Marble Arch Caves are one of Europe’s finest showcaves and allow visitors
to explore a fascinating, natural underworld of rivers, winding passages and
lofty chambers. Lively and informative guides conduct tours past a bewildering
variety of cave formations. Stalactites glisten above steamways and chambers,
while fragile mineral veils and cascades of creamy calcite coat walls and create
shimmering terraces.
Tours last Heavy rain Advance Please choose
75 minutes, can affect the booking is comfortable
including a duration of the strongly walking shoes
subterranean cave tour. recommended. & warm sweater
boat trip. recommended
28 29The Buttermarket Art, Arts & Crafts
Craft & Design Centre
Down St | Enniskillen | BT74 7DU | t: +44(0)28 6632 3117
The Buttermarket is made up of 19 Studios, Galleries and Shops and is one of Ireland’s premier craft centres,
Enniskillen
located in the heart of Enniskillen. Here you can purchase some of the best handcrafted art and craft products
FERMANAGH COTTAGE INDUSTRIES T: +44 (0) 28 6632 2260
in Fermanagh. The early 19th century buttermarket buildings has been beautifully restored and now houses
14 East Bridge Street | Enniskillen | County Fermanagh
such diverse crafts as pottery, ceramics, handmade jewellery, textiles, picture framing and original art. Soak up E: fermanaghcottageindustries@live.com | www.fermanaghcottage.co.uk
the relaxed atmosphere of the Buttermarket, where you can enjoy a unique shopping experience.
Open: Monday - Saturday 10.00am – 5.30pm. The shop contains an extensive range of the very finest Irish souvenirs, celtic scarves, Irish ‘T’
shirts, Irish linens, glass, card making, scrapbooking, haberdashery, wedding favours, beads,
ribbons etc
ANGELA KELLY JEWELLERY ANN MCNULTY POTTERY JO TINNEY Open: Mon-Sat 10am-5.30pm. Jan-Easter closed Wednesdays.
T: +44 (0) 28 6632 8741 T: +44 (0) 28 6632 4721 T: (028) 6632 7402 | M: 078 5877 8426 Also find us on Facebook at Fermanagh Cottage Industries.
Belleek T: +44 (0) 28 6865 9300 or +44 (0) 28 6865 8501
BELLEEK POTTERY
Belleek | County Fermanagh | BT93 3FY | E: takethetour@belleek.ie | www.belleekpottery.ie
An award winning tourist attraction, Belleek Pottery is Ireland’s oldest working pottery. A great day out
for all ages, visitors experience behind the scenes of factory life and get a close up on how this fine china
has been produced since 1857. Our 30-minute guided tour allows the visitor to see just how intricate and
Angela designs and handcrafts unique Fine, hand-thrown, white stoneware Try to find the time to visit Jo Tinney delicate the process is. Once your tour is complete you may have time to enjoy some refreshments in our
jewellery using Irish stone, silver and gold. pottery brightly decorated with a Studio. Jo’s paintings in watercolour,
The rocks, fossils and gems collected beautiful satin glaze. The pots are all pastel and acrylic have won many restaurant where Afternoon Tea is served regularly. Alternatively, you may have time to indulge in a little
throughout Ireland are transformed designed and made by Ann McNulty, awards. Van Morrison, Bob Dylan and shopping, Limited Editions and Exclusive Pieces can be purchased in our retail showroom.
into jewellery described as ‘little works as are her highly acclaimed fine art Bill Clinton are some of the people who
of art’. Celtic and contemporary ranges RAKU pieces. Open: Monday - Saturday own her work. She has been elected to
are available. One off pieces a speciality! 10.00am-5.30pm all year round. the Watercolour Society of Ireland, The
Visitors are welcome where a wide selection Ulster Watercolour Society and the Arts
of her work is available all year round. Society of Ulster.
16 The Buttermarket, Down Street The Buttermarket Craft Centre,Down The Buttermarket, Enniskillen, BT74 7DU
Enniskillen, BT74 7DU Street, Enniskillen E: jotinney@gmail.com
E: info@angelakellyjewellery.com E: annmcnulty@talk21.com www.jotinney.com
www.angelakellyjewellery.com www.annmcnultypottery.com
MARJORIE LEONARD FRANCES MORRIS
ART GALLERY IRISH LANDSCAPES
T: +44 (0) 28 6634 0249 T: +44 (0) 28 6632 8645
Arts & Crafts
Arts & Crafts
Fermanagh Artist Marjorie Leonard Frances Morris has exhibited world-
specialises in watercolour. Her wide, her paintings are in public &
landscapes are frequently inspired by private collections. In her studio
the countryside of Fermanagh and are & gallery there are 4 rooms which
Belleek Visitor Experience
defined by their essence of light, colour overflow with a selection of the artist’s
and atmosphere. Her work is included in dynamic work – unique, vibrant original
art collections worldwide. Work can be landscapes, limited edition atmospheric
viewed all year. Mon-Sat 10am – 5.30pm photographic images, and limited
edition giclee prints.
No 4, The Buttermarket, Down St, The Buttermarket Craft Centre
Enniskillen E: info@francesmorris.com
E: marjorie@marjorieleonard.co.uk www.francesmorris.com
www.marjorieleonard.co.uk
30 Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre || T: +44 (0) 28 6632 5000 fermanaghlakelands.com #fermanaghlakelands @fermanaghlakes 31Activities For All
ACTIVITIES FOR ALL
Activities
For All
Activities Index
Activity
Activity Centres 33
Centres 44
Angling
Angling 36 48
Canoeing
Golfing 38 52
Karting
Canoeing 40 53
Air Activities
Karting 40
54
Entertainment 55
Air Activities 41
Cycling & Walking 56
Equestrian 41
Equestrian 59
Entertainment
Golfing 42 60
Cycling
Health & Fitness 44
& Walking 62 Lusty Beg Island, Kesh
SpaSpa
& Yoga Breaks
& Yoga Breaks 46 64 LUSTY BEG ISLAND ACTIVITY CENTRE T: +44 (0) 28 6863 3300
Health & Fitness 48 Lusty Beg Island | Kesh | E:info@lustybegisland.com | www.lustybegisland.com
Idyllic 75-acre private island set in the heart of the Fermanagh Lakelands. Offering a variety of activities on land
and water. Off Road Driving, Clay Pigeon Shoot, Childrens Drive, Archery, Kayaking, Water safaris and more. The
corporate hospitality venue with a difference. The perfect mix in business, leisure and pleasure. Team building,
Irvinestown corporate hospitality, away days and activity breaks are what Lusty Beg Island do best!
CASTLE ARCHDALE COUNTRYSIDE CENTRE & WAR MUSEUM t: 028 66 344803
Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) | Castle Archdale Country Park | 346 Killadeas Road | Irvinestown
Co. Fermanagh | BT94 1PP | www.daera-ni.gov.uk/northern-ireland-environment-agency | Email: nieainfo@daera-ni.gov.uk Ballygawley
The country park boasts beautiful woodland and lough shore walks. There is also an insect garden and TODDS LEAP CENTRE T: +44 (0) 28 8556 7170
wildflower meadow. Castle Archdale was the main flying boat base from which they flew during WWII and this is 30 Todds Leap Rd | Ballygawley | Co. Tyrone | BT70 2DW | E: info@toddsleap.com | www.toddsleap.com
highlighted in an exhibition within the centre entitled ‘Castle Archdale at War’. Not just a country park! Not only
Todd’s Leap is Irelands largest outdoor activity centre in an away from it all
is Castle Archdale a Country Park but it also has a range of other facilities for the visitor including; day boat hire,
setting, we specialise in providing the ultimate fun days to all types of people
watersports, Ferry Service, bike and fishing rod hire, tearoom, new play park, jumping pillow and a caravan and
whatever the occasion. Our range of activities include Off-Road Driving,
camp site. (Please note some facilities are seasonal).
Paintball , Body Zorbing, Zipline, Drop Zone, Archery and much more. With
Country Park: Open daily except Christmas Day the longest Zipline in Ireland and the first commercial drop zone in Europe,
Opening
Visitor Centre & Museum:.. Open Sundays & Bank Holidays (12:00 – 16:00) except we have all it takes to make it a special day. Full onsite facilities include a fully
Times:
Christmas Day & New Year’s Eve. Open out of hours by request only. Admission: Free licensed restaurant and log cabin accommodation.
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