Outdoors activities around Leitrim at little or no cost to you!
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The beautiful outdoors – making the most of your visit and enjoying all the north west has to offer, often at very little cost to you. There is so much to see and explore when you take the time to look around you. On your trip to Leitrim and the North West, we invite you […]
Outdoor Family Fun at Lough Key Forest Park
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If you are looking for somewhere to spend the day, that is close by, fun for all, exhilarating for some, challenging for others and a lot of fun for everyone, we thoroughly recommend packing up the gang and heading out the Sligo Rd. to Lough Key Forest Park. It’s the perfect mid-week, all-in-one adventure destination […]
Tracing Your Leitrim Roots: A Genealogy Adventure Begins at Leitrim Genealogy Centre
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Embarking on a journey to uncover your family’s past is a truly enriching experience, and for those of you with roots in County Leitrim, there’s no better place to start than the Leitrim Genealogy Centre in Ballinamore. As a self-catering accommodation provider located in the county town of Carrick on Shannon, we welcome guests regularly […]
Top 4 Adventures for Hen Parties
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Moon River Party Cruise No Hen Party visit to Carrick-on-Shannon is complete without a Moon River Party Cruise along the majestic Shannon. Only a stone’s throw from our riverside accommodation, you will find the famous Moon River Cruiser in its usual mooring position at the Quay Wall. On a chilly day, the cruiser is fully […]
Sip, Savour, and Explore: The Shed Distillery in Drumshanbo, County Leitrim
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Located on the edge of the picturesque town of Drumshanbo (eight miles from Carrick-on-Shannon), The Shed Distillery stands as an example of a business born out of love and determination. Now in its tenth year, this popular destination invites both Irish visitors and those from abroad to embark on a journey of taste and discovery. […]