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Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan

Ballyconnell (Irish: Béal Átha Conaill) is a town in County Cavan, Eleven km (7 miles) west of Belturbet near the Fermanagh border is a well-known coarse fishing centre.

It lies astride the Shannon-Erne Waterway which was opened in 1993, formerly known as the Woodford Canal which was built in 1860. Prior to being canalised it was known as the River Grainne. The town sits at the foot of Slieve Russell (1331 feet) mountain - which provides extensive views - and is a mile from the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

According to tradition, it is named after Conal Cearnach, a first-century hero of the Red Branch Knights, who was killed here by the men of Connacht in revenge for the slaying of their king.

Gardens

Hilton Park

Clones, Co. Monaghan

Once described as a “capsule of social history” in recognition of their collection of family portraits and memorabilia going back 250 years or more, Johnny and Lucy Madden’s wonderful 18th century mansion is set in beautiful cou ...

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Golf

Farnham Estate Golf Club

Cavan, Co. Cavan
Course Type: Parkland

This stunning parkland course is spread over 500 acres of rolling countryside and dense woodland. The two nines are quite contrasting in nature. The gentle but challenging journey on the front nine explores the undulating meadows of this magnific ...

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Self Catering

There is no featured selfcatering establishment in the area

What's On

Belturbet Farmers Market - Co Cavan - Fridays

Belturbet Farmers Market - McGowan's Garden, (Beside carpark)

Fridays 4-7pm (May to October)

Contact: Oliver Donohoe - 087 686 0663

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Tourist Attractions

Enniskillen Castle Museum

Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh

Enniskillen Castle museum is located within and around the historic Enniskillen Castle and its collections reflect Fermanagh's history, culture and environment. One of the aims of the museum is to enlarge these collections so as to cover as many ...

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Wedding Venues

Radisson Blu Farnham Estate Hotel

Cavan, Co. Cavan

This fine country estate just west of Cavan town was home to the Farnham family for 400 years, and underwent conversion and (very extensive) additions in recent years to create a luxurious country house hotel with an emphasis on well-being; and t ...

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