Fe rmanag visitor NORTHERN IRELAND h L a kel 2014 and guide fermanaghlakelands.com s I V i s i to r Cruising & Boating G uid Visitor Attractions e 2014 Arts & Crafts Activities Shopping Eating Out Transport Tourist Services Accommodation & much more... fe rmanag h l a kel and s.co m unty Host Co to the 2013 t ummi Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark G8 S 54897_Fermanagh Visitor Guide_Low-Res Proof Design: Circle Creative Communications Print: GPS Colour Graphics 54897_Fermanagh Visitor Guide_Low-Res Proof CONTENTS Welcome 4 GETAWAY Events 8 BREAKS FROM £35 pps Boat Trips 14 Cruising 20 Attractions 24 Arts & Crafts 34 Activities 39 Shopping 59 Eating Out 65 Transport 74 Tourist Services 76 ACCOMMODATION Hotels 79 Guesthouses / B&B’s 84 Self-Catering 93 Hostels 116 Caravans & Camping 117 What’s in a Name? 120 Maps | Route Planner 121-125 Useful Contacts 126 More Information 127 T: +44 (0) 28 6632 3110 - fermanaghlakelands.com 3 54897_Fermanagh Visitor Guide_Low-Res Proof WELCOME Dear Visitor - Welcome to our 2014 Visitor Guide... We hope that you will find it helpful when planning your visit to Fermanagh and help you get around and organise things to see and do while you are here. Inside you will find a full destinations for a cruising holiday Marble Arch Caves Global accommodation listing starting as well as a haven for anglers and Geopark, Belleek Pottery, as well on page 78 covering Hotels, water sport enthusiasts. Others as a host of activity centres where B&B’s, Self-Catering, Caravan & simply want to enjoy the stunning the whole family can enjoy getting Camping as well as Hostels. You views or sit back and relax on involved on the water, on land or will also find full details on what to board one of our boat trips. even in the air! With a fantastic see and do while you are here; so range of free public parks, forest no matter what kind of break The history and heritage of the walks, bicycle trails as well as you’re looking for, this is the one county is to be seen at every turn; some great indoor entertainment stop shop to planning a perfect In the 3 stunning National Trust the kids won’t have a minute free. get away! properties as well as the numerous other castles and For the culture seeker amongst Fermanagh, situated in the South ancient buildings. Devenish you, we have a wonderful range of West of Northern Ireland is just 1 Island is truly unique to Co. events happening throughout the hour 30 mins from Belfast and 2 Fermanagh, accessible by ferry year and the Ardhowen Theatre hours from Dublin. It is renowned where you can view extensive situated on the banks of Lough for its beautiful landscape, which ruins, including a 12th Century Erne is the perfect venue for an is characterised by its Lakes. It is Round Tower, graveyard & 15th evening at the theatre. No visit to often referred to as the Lake Century carved cross. Fermanagh would be complete District of Northern Ireland, home without a visit to the enchanting to the longest navigable For families there is no better island town of Enniskillen; this waterway in Europe, which has place, with a wealth of visitor bustling market town is home to a made it one of the premier attractions including the famous fantastic range of quaint shops 4 T: +44 (0) 28 6632 3110 - fermanaghlakelands.com 54897_Fermanagh Visitor Guide_Low-Res Proof WELCOME facebook.com/fermanaghlakelands @fermanaghlakes and boutiques including the welcome will surely await! Whatever your idea of a great Buttermarket Craft & Design Why not finish your stay in break is, we are sure that you will Centre, as well as the more well Fermanagh with some enjoy your time visiting and known high street brands. With pampering in one of our getting to know our wonderful its great lively pubs and award luxurious spas where you can County. We hope you find this winning restaurants Enniskillen avail of a Thai massage, an guide useful and should you is great for an evening out; but Elemis Facial, Hydrotherapy or a need any further information just make sure you leave time to yoga session, then unwind in the log onto: check out some of our wonderful Jacuzzi before you have to face www.fermanaghlakelands.com country villages where a warm the world again! or call +44 (0) 28 6632 3110. • Enniskillen is one of only four towns in Northern Ireland to be awarded the prestigious Purple Flag award. • Purple Flag is the national accreditation scheme for town centres at night. It is the “gold standard” for night time destinations. Like Blue Flag for beaches, places that meet the standards can fly the flag. Purple Flag centres are clean, safe and convivial, with something for everyone. • The award of flags is based on an independent assessment undertaken Purple Flag by trained assessors using a rigorous and comprehensive set of standards for the night time economy. Better Town • Purple Flag is run by the Association of Town Centre Management (ATCM) in partnership with industry, licensees, retailers, central and Centres at Night local government, the police and consumers. • The Enniskillen Purple Flag partnership is led by Fermanagh District Council and includes representatives from Police, Licensed Trade, Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism and Department for Social Development. T: +44 (0) 28 6632 3110 - fermanaghlakelands.com 5 54897_Fermanagh Visitor Guide_Low-Res Proof historic, scenic spectacular... Whether you’re visiting Fermanagh for a weekend or a week, we have lots for you to see and do. Some suggestions for your itinerary could include: Getting your bearings A visit to Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre is a must! Efficient and friendly staff will be happy to provide you with up to date holiday information and make bookings in Fermanagh and throughout Ireland. Step back in time Enniskillen Castle, situated beside the River Erne in County Fermanagh, was built almost 600 years ago by Gaelic Maguires. Later it became an English garrison fort and military barracks. This historic site houses Fermanagh County Museum and the Inniskillings Museum. Enniskillen Castle Museums host an ever-changing programme of fun events, activities and exhibitions. 54897_Fermanagh Visitor Guide_Low-Res Proof River Deep to Mountain High Fun, Fun, Fun The Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark The Bawnacre Centre, Castle Park Leisure showcases some of the most scenic parts Centre and the newly refurbished of the rugged mountainous uplands and Fermanagh Lakeland Forum have one gentle rolling lowlands of Counties thing in common, FUN, FUN, FUN. Visit Fermanagh and Cavan. Home to the any or all three of our leisure centres and world-famous Marble Arch Caves, the experience a wide range of indoor and Geopark boasts some of the finest outdoor sporting activities. natural landscapes in Ireland and offers a window into the area’s geological past. The Geopark encompasses a number of diverse sites, many of which are open to the public. Whether your interest is in geology, archaeology, folklore, history or wildlife, or you are a keen outdoor enthusiast interested in cycling or walking, you are sure to find something to excite and delight you. A Geopark is an area recognised by Check out the programme UNESCO (the United Nations If you crave live entertainment, then The Educational, Scientific and Cultural Ardhowen Theatre is the place for you. It Organisation) to have exceptional offers a range of live events from the geological heritage. world of drama and music all year round. For further information, contact the award-winning Fermanagh Visitor Information Centre. T: +44 (0) 28 6632 3110 E: [email protected] www.fermanagh.gov.uk 54897_Fermanagh Visitor Guide_Low-Res Proof EVENTS Discover Fermanagh Open Weekend 7 - 9 March 2014 . For more details, visit fermanaghlakelands.com Parade Laps, Vintage, Classic and Modern Motorbikes, Rally Cars and vehicles of special interest. Fermanagh Endurance Adventure Race www.enniskillen100revival.com www.fearmanagh.com Visit us Facebook Twitter Visit us Facebook Twitter Event to take place Event to take place June 2014 4th October 2014 8 T: +44 (0) 28 6632 3110 - fermanaghlakelands.com 54897_Fermanagh Visitor Guide_Low-Res Proof EVENTS for eclectic events JANUARY Fri 31 Thurs 27 Brian McDermott - Lisa McHugh and Special Guests The No Salt Chef Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen Cookery Demonstration 2 January – 22 December www.ardhowentheatre.com Share Discovery Village Drumclay Crannog Exhibition www.sharevillage.org Enniskillen Castle Museums www.enniskillencastle.co.uk FEBRUARY Thurs 27 One Pot Meals Thur 9 to Sun 12 Sat 1 Belle Isle Cookery School Tues 14 to Sat 18 Ulster Orchestra Moments of www.irishcookeryschool.com Lakeland Players presents Mendelssohn JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum! A Giant Of A www.ardhowentheatre.com MARCH Pantomime Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen Fri 7 Sat 1 www.ardhowentheatre.com Flash Harry Head of the River Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen T: +44 (0) 28 6632 3110 Fri 10 www.ardhowentheatre.com Detox Recipes Fri 7-Sun 9 Belle Isle Cookery School Fri 14 Discover Fermanagh Open www.irishcookeryschool.com Love of Chocolate Weekend Belle Isle Cookery School www.fermanaghlakelands.com Sat 25 www.irishcookeryschool.com Home Baking Belle Isle Cookery School 14 Feb – 26 Apr www.irishcookeryschool.com Art Around Us Exhibition Enniskillen Castle Museums www.enniskillencastle.co.uk T: +44 (0) 28 6632 3110 - fermanaghlakelands.com 9 54897_Fermanagh Visitor Guide_Low-Res Proof EVENTS Mon 17 Sat 19 - Sun 20 www.ardhowentheatre.com St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Upper Lough Erne Pike Fishing MAY Enniskillen