Mykidstime Family Guide to Leitrim

Welcome to the Mykidstime Guide to Leitrim. We have put together some suggestions to make your family’s visit to Leitrim as enjoyable as possible. As parents ourselves, we are delighted to share with you some of the family friendly spots round Lovely Leitrim. The Mykidstime Team

Top Ten Things to do in Leitrim

1. Glencar Waterfall - beautiful. Co often tries to adopt it, but it’s in Leitrim! 2. Visit Parkes Castle then nearby – a restored 17 th Century castle in an idyllic setting on . Kids always love Castles! 3. How about Horseriding in ? 4. Because we know it rains sometimes too! Head to Mulveys in Carrick on Shannon - Indoor playcentre, bowling and arcades. A spot with fun for all the family. 5. A trip on the Shannon - Try Moon River Cruises 6. Head to The Organic Centre, pick up a few tips, explore their gardens and breathe in the fresh air! 7. Why not try out the Nature Trail at Fowleys Falls near . 8. Go to the Beach! Did you know Leitrim actually has a coastline (it’s tiny, but it’s there!) 9. Indoor & Outdoor Playgrounds all over the county! 10. Catch a Match… Leitrim GAA and Leitrim Soccer

Indoor Things to Do in Leitrim

• Head to Mulveys in Carrick on Shannon- Indoor playcentre, bowling and arcades.

• How about a swim at Aura in Carrick on Shannon

• Catch a matinee at Carrick Cineplex

• Or maybe some theatre or music at The Glens Centre in

Outdoor Things To Do

• Swan Island Open Farm, near

• Drumcoura Lake Resort

• Take a Boat Ride on the Shannon

• Visit The Organic Centre, Rossinver

• Glencar Waterfall (FREE )

• There are town trails in Ballinamore, Carrick-on-Shannon, , Drumshanbo and Manorhamilton. They are all sign-posted and bring you into contact with remnants of an historic past.

Where to Stay

Please mention Mykidstime when Booking

Ramada Hotel, Drumshanbo Situated on the shores of . http://www.ramadahotelleitrim.com/

Landmark Hotel, Carrick On Shannon 4 star hotel in centre of Carrick on Shannon http://www.thelandmarkhotel.com/

Where to Eat

• Vittos, Carrick on Shannon – Pizzas and more • Dartry Coffee Shop, – Tasty lunches and snacks • Clancys of – Great lunch menu • There’s lots & lots of nice places to eat in Leitrim!

Playgrounds

We are very lucky to have some great playgrounds in the County! Some of our favourites are • Manorhamilton

• Drumkeerin

• Drumshanbo

• Carrick On Shannon

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• Glenfarne

Shopping

• Wander down the Main St in Carrick on Shannon. Some great shops! • Stock up on the essentials: Supermarkets in all big towns.

Other Useful Information

Where can we park? Parking meters on streets in Carrick

Where are public toilets located? No public toilets – you will need to use them in restaurants/cafes/hotels you go into