Bordering three counties and serving as a natural gateway to the west & north west of Ireland, Rooskey village is an ideal base from which to explore many local attractions.
Its also a great place to just sit back, relax over a drink and enjoy the view. Or if you want to be really healthy, put on your walking shoes and go for scenic riverside stroll or ramble the nearby walkways.
Movers & Shakers
Fishing:
Sitting on the Shannon and surrounded by lakes, Rooskey is a perfect base for fishing, whether your preference is for river, coarse or game.
Walking:
The natural beauty of this area provides many pleasant walks, whether you are a hill walking enthusiast or gentle strolls along the Shannon are more your style.
Pony Trekking: Hayden's Equestrian Centre
Trekking, riding, lessons to all stages including show jumping and dressage. Interesting treks will lead you along quiet country roads and into wild moorlands where you can enjoy the pure wilderness of the Irish countryside. Discover and enjoy the beauty of Leitrim on horseback with fully qualified and family instructors. Well schooled ponies and horses will ensure a most enjoyable experience and new indoor arena which provides all weather facilities.
Boating: Moon River
Shannon Cruises are available day and night with Moon River Cruises. For scenic day trips and for party nights. Our reception desk will be able to help you with any bookings.
Dancing:
The hotel plays host to the best in Live Irish Country Music every Sunday Night. Dancing to bands such as Robert Mizzell, Jimmy Buckley, Declan Nerney, Mick Flavin and many more. Music starts at 10pm.
Culture Vultures
Strokestown Park House
An 18th century mansion which has been faithully restored. It is unique in that it retains its original furnishings and professionally guided tours allow visitors to browse freely through the stately surroundings.
The 4 acre 18th century walled pleasure garden been fully restored to its' original splendour.It's piece de resistance is its' herbaceous border which is recorded in the Guinness Book of Records as the longest herbaceous border in Britain & Ireland.
The Famine Museum at Strokestown
A combination of original documents and images from the Strokestown Park collection are used to explain the circumstances of the Great Irish Famine of the 1840's. This collection boasts an extensive range of papers including actual letters written by the tenants on the Strokestown Estate at the time of the famine.
Arigna Mines
Offering visitors a chance to experience the life of an Arigna miner underground, whilst also taking the opportunity to interpret and preserve the social and mining traditions of the area.
The Smallest Chapel in Europe
Costello Chapel, which is believed to be the second smallest chapel in in the world, measures only 16ft long, 12ft wide and 30ft high. It was built in 1877 by Edward Costello, and is to be found at the centre of the bustling town of Carrick-on-Shannon.
Steam Trains
The Cavan & Leitrim Railway, Dromod. Take a journey back in time along the old narrow gauge railway track on a lovingly restored steam train, and experience the magic of a bygone era.
Theatre
Backstage Theatre offers a programme of events encompassing a broad range of disciplines such as Drama, dance, and classical & contemporary music. Companies who have performed here in the past include Druid Theatre Company, the National Theatre (Abbey and Peacock), Red Kettle Theatre Company and Macnas. Our programme has also included operas such as Carmen, La Traviata and Madama Butterfly as well as mainstream music events such as dance and both contemporary and classical. |
