Family Adventure 14 Nights | North

Start

Banagher Marina

Banagher to Shannonbridge: Cruising time approximately 1 hour 15 minutesApprox 1hr 15m from Shannonbridge

Banagher Town centre
Supervalu supermarket
Childrens playground
Outdoor Swimming Pool at the Shannon Bank Park
Pitch n Putt Golf Course
SUP/Kayak Rentals
JJ Hough's Singing Pub
Bars/Restaurants/Cafes/Takeaways

Links

Night 1

Shannonbridge

Shannonbridge to Athlone: Cruising time approximately 2 hours 15 minutes

Self guided walk of the Napoleonic fort
Fallons Pub with tasty 'Organic Kitchen'
Lukers Pub Restaurant & Live music Venue
The River Cafe/ Old Fort

Stop

Clonmacnoise

Lock: Athlone : Check opening times of the lock

Stop off at Clonmacnoise Monastic Site. A spectacular 6th Century monastery on the banks of the River Shannon.

Night 2

Athlone Town Centre

Athlone to Hodson Bay: Cruising time approximately 1 hour

Shopping centres - Golden Island & Athlone town centre
IMC cinema
Jump4Joy Adventure Centre - This is the biggest play area in the midlands, Bouncing castles, bungee trampolines, Go-Karts and much more,http://www.jump4joyathlone.com/ 10 mins via Taxi
Planet Athlone - Tenpin bowling, laser tag, Pool & games, Adventure land https://planetathlone.ie/
Glendeer Pet Farm 15 mins via Taxi
Athlone Equestrian Centre - Ideally situated in a quiet country setting yet only three miles from Athlone town. Athlone Equestrian Centre prides itself in providing a safe and fun learning experience to both adults and kids. Expert tuition is available and riders of all level are welcome. 5 mins via taxi.https://athloneequestrian.ie/
Adventure Athlone Clay pigeon shooting, Archery, Guided canoeing trips to the islands on Lough Ree and guided fishing trips. www.adventureathlone.com
Shannon Bank Nature trail - Begins at the back of Athlone Castle approx 5 km. There are four information boards along the trail detailing points of interest and wildlife.
Bike the Old Rail Trail - Dedicated cycle path along the old rail track between Athlone and Mullingar. With lots of exit and entry points you can explore the villages and attractions along the way. https://www.athlone.ie/visit/old-rail-trail-athlone-mullingar-greenway/
Seans Bar - The oldest pub in Ireland
Plenty of Pubs/Restaurants/Cafes and takeaways.Shannon bank nature trail
Shannon Bank Walks
Old Rail Trail
Playground
Athlone Castle
Horseriding ( 5 mins by taxi)
Glendeer Pet farm ( 15 mins by taxi)
Adventure Athlone
The Planet
IMC Cinema
Jump for Joy Adventure centre
Jungle World
Plenty of choices of restaurants, cafes, takeaways:Corner Bistro Café , Il Colesso , Di Bella , Hatters Lane, Bacchus, Left Bank Bistro , La Cucina Di Angelo , Thyme

Hodson Bay

Athlone to Tarmonbarry: Cruising time approximately 3 hour 30 minutes

Baysports water park is Ireland’s largest inflatable park, located in Hodson Bay.
Bay Cafe - Lakeview Cafe
Hodson Bay hotel Restaurant.
Athlone Golf Club and Restaurant.

Tarmonbarry

Tarmonbarry to Dromod: Cruising time approximately 2 hours

Shops
Keenan’s Pub and Restaurant
The Purple Onion
The Famous Strokestown Park House, Gardens and Famine Museum is 10 minutes by taxi from Tarmonbarry

Night 4

Dromod Harbour

Dromod to Carrick-on-shannon: Cruising time approximately 2 hours

Visit the railway museum
Historic walks
Cox’s Steakhouse
Copper Still
Brandywell Bar & Restaurant
Corner Shop
Takeaways

Night 5

Carrick-on-shannon

Carrick-on-shannon to Clarendon Lock: Cruising time approximately 1 hour 15 minutes

Shopping
Supermarkets
The Dock - Leitrim Design House
St George’s Heritage and Visitor centre
Costello Memorial Chapel ( smallest church in Ireland)
Famine Museum and Memorial Garden
Arigna Mines ( 20 mins by taxi)
Elphin Windmill ( 10 mins by taxi)
Electric bikes rentals
Riverfront Amenity Park
Riverside walkway
Signposted town trail
Trinity Rare books
Choice of pubs, restaurants, cafe’s, takeaways

Night 6 & 7

Lough Key Forest Park

Lough Key Forest Park to Clarendon Lock: Cruising time approximately 30 minutes

Discover the fun & facilities, enjoy the activities and atmosphere and explore the forest park and grounds. Moor at the marina directly in front of the visitor centre.

Facilities Boda Borg
Lough Key Experience with tree canopy
Adventure Play kingdom
Walking and cycling trails
Zip forest adventures
Electric and Segway trails
Park & Historical Estate
Lakeside café take away food

Night 8 & 9

Drumshanbo

Drumshanbo to Leitrim Quay: Cruising time approximately 2 hour 30 minutes

Shops
Supermarket
Open-air swimming pool
Leitrim Surf Company
Lough Allen Watersports
Blue Way Waterpark
Acres Lake Boardwalk ( children’s playground and amenity area, tennis court, small outdoor swimming pool
Arigna Mines ( 10 mins by Taxi)
Walks and Hike trails
Electric Bike hire
The Shed Distillery ( Drumshambo Gin)

Night 10

Leitrim Quay

Leitrim to Drumsna: Cruising time approximately 2 hours

Leitrim is the gateway to the Shannon – Erne Waterway on this canal there are 16 automated locks operated by the waterways Ireland smart card which can be purchased at our office and other selected outlets. The village lies in the heart of the Shannon Blueway.