Interesting local amenities, facilities, and things to do in the beautyful village of Aughnacliffe

Longford Tourism Web Site.

See the County's Website for extensive details on Tourist Attractions in Longford and Aughnacliffe.:

www.LongfordTourism.com

Lough Gowna

There are things you dream about when planning a holiday. The chance of great sport, a beautiful natural environment and somewhere to stay that offers the finest advice, accommodation, food and facilities.

http://homepage.eircom.net/~lochgowna/main.htm

Local GAA Clubs:

The GAA in Aughnacliffe has a long and proud tradition and I hope that during your visit with us you will get some taste of our history and most importantly, get full information on the huge range of current activities within the club relating to Gaelic Football

http://www.geocities.com/colmcillegfc/index.html Colmcille GAA Club
http://colmcilleminor.cjb.net/ Colmcille Minor GAA Club
http://dromard.longford.gaa.ie/ Dromard Minor GAA Club

Cruising

Longford County and its extensive waterways prove a delight for anyone interested in a cruising holiday.
 

Cycling

This area has a particular attraction for the cyclist especially with the recent opening of the dedicated cycling route from Killala in Co. Mayo to Ballinamuck in Longford.

 
Greyhound Racing

A popular spectator sport where the thrill of the race ensures a thoroughly enjoyable day.

 
Walking

With its scenic beauty, Aughnacliffe is a delight for all walkers for all enthusiasts.

Walks:
Siadhan Hill Walk: Beside Dernaferst Bridge, this secluded 1.5km stroll through a canopy of trees and along the lakeshore, takes you to the hilltop where once the fairies lived. Restful with spectacular overview of the lake. Picnic table at walk entrance.

█ Aghavains Walk: The ideal 4km walk takes you along the Swan Lake and through the "Flow Bog" where the soothing scent of furze, heather and stretches of raised bog flora can be savored.

█ Cornamuckla Walk: Like the Aghavains and Portanure Walks this 2.5km walk is accessible from the Granard Road. Walking through farmland one reaches the bog 'cut-away' area where a stand of lovely silver birch trees can be admired.

█ Portanure Walk: This 7km walk is the longest of the group of walks. A country laneway which skirts the edge of the "Flow Bog" with tantalizing glimpses of various stretches of Loch Gowna. The scents of native flora and wild fruits are in abundance here in summer/early autumn.

█ Derrycassan Wood: A stroll through scented woodlands. A tranquil haven of wildlife and birdsong to renew the spirit.

 

Fishing

With Lough Gowna and several of other lakes near by, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to fishing.

For fishing also see a sample of the many local fishing websites:

The North Western Regional Fisheries Board is the statutory body responsible for the conservation, protection, development, management, promotion and marketing of inland fisheries and sea angling resources in Ireland’s north western fisheries region:

http://www.northwestfisheries.ie/

The Irish Federation of Pike Angling Clubs. The aim of this site is to provide our members and any interested party with current information on Irish pike angling issues and the activities of the Federation

http://www.angling-in-ireland.com/

Horse Riding

Relax as you travel around the countryside on horseback.

Golf
Cornafean - 15 minutes from hotel
 
 
Boat Hire
Lough Gowna - 5 minutes away
 
 
Leisure Centre
Arvagh - 10 minutes awau
Swimming pool with gym attached

 
Darts
Aughnacliffe village
  

Go-Karting
 Edgeworthstown - 15 minutes away
 www.MidlandKarting.com
 

Tennis
Lough Gowna - 5 minutes
2 courts
 

Hair & Beauty Salons
Arvagh, Gowna, and Longford www.ChicBeautySalon.com
 

Bowling
 Longford and Cavan towns - 25 minutes away
 They also have a variety of machine games
 

Cavan Crystal
20 minutes away
Visitor centre with craft on display
 

Dolmens
Aughnacliffe Village
Historical monument
 

Ring Fort
Abbey Lara - 15 minutes away
 

Fore Castle
Castlepollard - 25 minutes away

Newgrange Historical Centre
Meath - 1hr away
Selection of megalitic tombs

The Shannon River web site aims to provide the most comprehensive Travel and Tourist guide to Holidays and Vacations the Shannon River in Ireland

http://www.shannon-river.com

Lough Rynn Castle is about three miles outside the town of Mohill, Co. Leitrim, Ireland. The castle and estate belonged to one of the most notorious landlords of 19th century Ireland, William Sydney Clements, 3rd Earl of Leitrim, widely known as simply, Lord Leitrim.

http://www.loughrynn.net

Internet Cafe / Laptop hire, etc   Information Providers Ltd.  Longford Town - 25 Minutes

www.Information-Providers.com

Welcome to Ireland.ie where you can discover everything you need to know and more:

www.ireland.ie