Family Friendly your guide to Family Fun in the Lakelands fermanaghlakelands.com Welcome Fermanagh is an ideal holiday destination for all the family, from adventure centres to scenic forest walks. We also have a huge range of accommodation in the area from 5* hotels & castles to self-catering cottages or caravan parks. So whatever type of break you are looking for you’ll find the perfect place to stay for you and your family in our accommodation guide which can be found on our website: fermanaghlakelands.com Plan your perfect family break away in the Lakelands, we’ve got an excellent range of restaurants, museums, activity centres, parks and beautiful scenery throughout the county. We’ve got all the inspiration you need in this guide to keep the whole family entertained on your holiday, even on a rainy day! Whether you are looking for adventure, learning experiences, a fun day out or a bit of relaxation, you’ll find it all in the Fermanagh Lakelands. 2 | Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism 4 Budget Days Out 6 Picnic Areas & Play Areas 8 Rainy Days 10 Activity Centres 12 Boat Trips 13 Cruiser & Boat Hire 13 Boat Hire 14 Walking & Cycling 17 Equestrian 18 Leisure Centres 19 Angling 20 Golf 20 Visitor Attractions 25 Farms & Organic Centres 26 National Trust in Fermanagh Family Friendly Guide | 3 Great Days Out... that won’t cost a penny Take a Visit a Railway Picnic in Museum with the Forest a difference Lough Navar has Headhunters Barber Shop a scenic 7 mile drive leading to a 5 Darling Street, Enniskillen magnificent view point T: (028) 6632 7488 giving spectacular www.headhuntersmuseum.com views over Lough Erne. Picnic areas, A trip to Headhunters Barber car parking facilities, Shop & Railway Museum is like view-points & short taking a remarkable journey into walks are all available the past bringing the golden age free of charge. of the railway vividly to life. Why not combine your visit with a unique opportunity to have your Feed the hair professionally styled in the Ducks most nostalgic surroundings. at the Round ‘O’ Quay, Enniskillen 4 | Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism You don’t have to ‘break the budget’ to have a great day out in Fermanagh... Take a wander Climb Coles through a Monument Sculpture Garden Forthill, Enniskillen T: 028 6632 3110 Beside Sacred Heart Church, Lisnarick Road, Irvinestown Started in 1845, it is built in memory of Sir See the unique collection of G. Lowry Cole G.C.B. & wooden sculptures carved took 12 years to build. A out of Irish Oak, located in series of 108 spiral steps the centenary garden in leading to panoramic Irivnestown. The Devenish views of Enniskillen. figures include carvings of saints & scholars and are the work of Lithuanian Admission is FREE. Jonas Raiskas. The garden Children to be is open to the public, free of accompanied by adults. charge & well worth a visit! Open: Mid April - September 1.30pm - 3.00pm Daily Family Friendly Guide | 5 Picnic & Play Areas in Fermanagh Enniskillen PICNIC Areas Round O’, Forthill, Enniskillen Castle, Broadmeadow PLAY Areas Lakeland Forum & Round O’ 6 | Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism Picnic Area Play Area Family Friendly Guide | 7 Rainy Days Cookery courses for children at Belle Isle Cookery School Belle Isle Cookery School Lisbellaw, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, Northern Ireland BT94 5HG T: 028 6638 7231 E: [email protected] www.belle-isle.com/cookery-school.htm Give your children a completely ‘hands on’ cooking experience and watch them blossom into capable chefs! Unlike adults, children have little fear of techniques and ingredients. Once they have been shown the complete recipe by our tutor, they will have the opportunity of making the recipe themselves from scratch in teams of two. Recipes might include home-made pasta, chicken pot pies and orange and basil sponge. Suitable for ages 8+ The Kitchen Academy 32 Paget Lane, Enniskillen, BT74 7HT T: 028 6632 8868 www.thekitchenacademy.net Cookery Courses available for Birthday Parties. Give the kids a great day out & Join Chef Joe Kelly for a pizza, cupcake or tea party. 8 | Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism Don’t let a bit of rain spoil your break in the Lakelands... we have plenty of fun activities for families & kids to enjoy if the rain comes. Our list of activities & attractions offer a wide range for all ages, you’ll be well-prepared if the weather changes. Here’s a selection of ideas for in-door attractions and activities to keep the kids entertained on those not so sunny days! Castle Island Create your State of The Art Childrens very own Indoor Play Area. Suitable for children up to 12yrs Teddy Bear old. Fantastic themed play Bear Essentials equipment with three levels Tirnawannagh, to explore. Separate baby Bawnboy, Co. Cavan area & parents can relax in the Tower Bistro. Birthday T: (00353)499523461 Parties & Group sessions T: (00353)877610537 (alt) are also catered for. E: [email protected] www.bearessentials.ie Carron House, Quay Pass Enniskillen, BT74 6AG Bear Essentials Workshops promise a creative, T: 028 6634 0600 communicative and E: [email protected] enjoyable experience for www.castleisland.co.uk all participants. Kids take all their creations in crafts and samples from baking Enniskillen & cooking home with them and of course they Omniplex will keep their hand-made Mohair teddy bear forever. Raceview Factory Courses range from crafts Road, Enniskillen & bear-making to cookery T: 0871 7 200 400 and are suitable for all www.omniplex.ie ages, groups & families. For a full list of current shows please see website, or contact the Tourist Information Centre on T: (028) 6632 3110 or refer to the local newspapers. Family Friendly Guide | 9 Activity Centres Corralea Activity Centre Ltd Upper Lough MacNean, Belcoo, Co. Fermanagh T: (028) 6638 6123 E: [email protected] www.activityireland.com Water sports & Outdoor activity Centre offering: canoeing, water trampoline, surfing, windsurfing, caving, climbing, archery and much more. Self-catering accommodation also available on site. Suitable for families, groups & individuals, weekend & midweek breaks available from September to June. Suitable for ages 7+ 10 | Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism Share Holiday Village Smith’s Strand, Lisnaskea, Co. Fermanagh T: (028) 6772 2122 E: [email protected] www.sharevillage.org Ideal for water-sports & outdoor activities including kayaking, canoeing, climbing, dinghy sailing, windsurfing and many indoor activities. Share offers excellent rates for groups, families and kids and also has on site accommodation making it ideal for families and large groups. Suitable for ages 6+ Todd’s Leap Centre Ballygawley, Co. Tyrone T: (028) 8556 7170 E: [email protected] www.toddsleap.com Irelands No. 1 Activity Centre specialising in youth events, team building & corporate entertainment. Activities include: Ireland’s longest zip line, the world famous Hill Rally Stage, paintball, off road driving, quad biking, clay pigeon shooting, archery, climbing wall and much more. Restaurant & cosy log cabins on site. For groups of 2-200. Suitable for ages 8+ Ultimate Water Sports Castle Archdale Marina, Lisnarick, Co. Fermanagh T: 07808 736818 E: [email protected] www.ultimatewatersports.co.uk Individuals, families and groups welcome. Activities include: banana boat, inflatable rides, water skiing, wakeboarding, canoe, kayak, water trampoline etc. Packages designed to your requirements. On-site water sports equipment shop. Family Friendly Guide | 11 Boat Trips Erne Tours Brook Park, Enniskillen T: (028) 6632 2882 www.ernetoursltd.com 56-seater waterbus offering tours to Devenish Island Monaastic Site. Public sailings during Easter, May Bank Holiday & daily throughout Summer season. Guided tours available Easter to the end of September. Saturday evening dinner cruise also available. The Inishcruiser Share Holiday Village, Smith’s Strand, Lisnaskea T: (028) 6772 2122 www.sharevillage.org Cruise the historic and beautiful shores of Lough Erne. Share's Inishcruiser is available for Private Hire & Public Cruises, Open air viewing deck to see beautiful & historic Crom Castle, Gad & Inish Rath Islands. Fully wheelchair accessible. Runs from Easter - Oct. Lady of the Lake Tours Killadeas T: (028) 6862 2200 www.manorhouseresorthotel.com The Lady of the Lake is a luxurious air conditioned cruiser providing a superb venue for tours, corporate events, conferences and parties for up to 56 people. Enjoy a 3 course seated meal, Hot/Cold snacks & finger food on board. Runs daily during summer months. Lough Erne Canoe Trail Countryside Access & Activities Network T: (028) 9030 3930 www.canoeni.com Paddle the award winning 50km Lough Erne Canoe route. A comprehensive waterproof guide & website are available to give practical advice on everything required for an enjoyable experience. 12 | Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism Cruiser & Boat Hire With more than 700km of rivers, lakes and canals, Fermanagh is the ideal location for boating holidays and days out. Castle Archdale Marina Lisnarick T: (028) 6862 1156 www.castlearchdaleboathire.com Boat Hire (full & half day), also bicycles, pedal-carts & fishing rod Hire. Carrybridge Emerald Star Boat Company T: (00353) 719 623 710 T: (028) 6638 7034 www.emeraldstar.ie E: robert_mcclean@ Cruiser Hire. btconnect.com Cruiser Hire. Erne Tours Carrickcraft Brook Park, Enniskillen T: (028) 6632 2882 T: (028) 3834 4993 www.ernetoursltd.com www.cruise-ireland.com Day boats available for Hire. Cruiser Hire. Corraquill Cruising Knockninny Marina Derrylin T: (028) 6774 8712 T: (028) 6774 8590 www.corraquill.co.uk www.knockninnyhouse.com Traditional Dutch Barge Hire. Day Boat Hire available. Crom Estate National Trust, Newtownbutler Manor House Marine T: (028) 6773 8118 www.nationaltrust.org.uk Killadeas 17ft open boats available T: (028) 6862 8100 to Hire from the Visitor www.manormarine.com Centre at Crom. Day Boats & Cruiser Hire. Riversdale Barge Holidays T: (00353) 7196 44122 www.riversdalebargeholidays.com Holiday Barges for Hire. Family Friendly Guide | 13 Walking & Cycling Bike Blessingbourne Forest Parks Blessingbourne Estate, Florencecourt Forest Fivemiletown, Co.