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Athlone Equestrian Centre. Take Exit 9 M6

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Clay Pipe - N61 Roscommon road to Knockcroghery

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Athlone Regional Sports - located on the old N55

Four Seasons Bed and Breakfast - off M6 Longford/Cavan N55 take R390

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Wineport Lodge - Take N55 Athlone Longford/Cavan Road to Ballykeeran village, follow signpost.

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Jump for Joy, Monksland, Athlone R446

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Arigna Mining, Carrick-On-Shannon, Co. Roscommon Fire

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A1 Cabs (Local Taxi’s)

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Derek Duggan Bus Hire

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Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre - Kenagh/Longford from Athlone take N55 Longford Cavan Road travelling to RACE AUBURN TER Ballymahon, follow N55 for Longford to Kenagh

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Mount Temple Golf & Country Club - 5 minutes from M6 Motorway. Junction 6/7. Convenient to Athlone/Moate

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Marine Dún na View

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Fernhill Garden Centre, take the N55 out of Athlone

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Kilbeggan Distillery off M6, Kilbeggan

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Based in the idyllic Hodson Bay Only 5 minutes from Athlone Town.

LEFT BANK ANTIQUES 15 Main Street, Athlone.

Email: lbantiques@icloud.com

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Glendeer Pet Farm - travel the Old Galway Road (Ballinasloe) turn right at Colaiste Ciarán

Glasson Golf and Academy Glasson - take the N55 out of Athlone and follow the signs for Cavan / Longford until Glasson Village, take left turn at bottom of village

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• Stunning Four Star Lakeside Hotel, close to Athlone in County Westmeath • 65 Luxurious Bedrooms • Superb Food in Killinure Restaurant and Lakeside Bar, with panoramic Views over Lough Ree • Award-winning Christy O’Connor Jnr designed Golf Course

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• On-site Golf Academy, Tuition Centre and Driving Range Specialising in quality antiques from Georgian to Edwardian period

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Furniture, jewellery, porcelain, silver, lighting, clocks, paintings

Glasson, Athlone, Co. Westmeath

Ph: 090 64 85120 • www.glassoncountryhouse.ie

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VIKING SHIP CRUISES

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Contact Viking Mike at 086 2621136 The Norsemen have been sailing around our coasts since 795. The River Shannon is the main artery through the country and the Vikings first arrived at Clonmacnois by river in 842. Our Clonmacnois sailing is 90 minutes one way downstream from Athlone and by water it is the perfect way to approach this famous monastic settlement.

The Lough Ree Cruise (approx 75 minutes) goes up stream on the majestic Shannon, calling en route at the Hodson Bay and returns to the town. Why don't you board the Viking Ship which departs from the quayside at Athlone Castle daily to Lough Ree, the 'Lake of the Kings.

Check out our schedule and times at Tickets n o ed vikingtoursireland.ie Purchas board

THE SHAMROCK LODGE HOTEL

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Clonown Road, Athlone. Tel: 090-6492601 Located on private grounds and gardens, the award winning Shamrock Lodge Hotel has been a preferred retreat for over 60 years. Enjoy lunch daily in our Iona Bar overlooking our gardens, our famous carvery lunch every Sunday or dinner in our Ath Luain restaurant renowned for its cuisine and relax and unwind at our onsite Mingala Day Spa. Live musical entertainment is offered every Saturday covering a variety of musical styles to suit all tastes.

Whether it’s a wedding, family gathering or conference, we provide the ideal location no matter the occasion. Traditional Irish hospitality and a warm welcome is at the heart of our family run hotel where we invite you to ‘Let Our Family Look After Yours’. www.shamrocklodgehotel.ie

THE CONNAUGHT BISTRO 7 Connaught Street, Athlone

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Fabulous Food with efficient and friendly staff All day breakfast available

Lunch served from 12 noon

Excellent value Early Bird Menu all evening.

• GREAT CHOICE OF FOOD • QUICK SERVICE GUARANTEED • REASONABLE PRICES Wine: no corkage fees

All foods are Fresh, Irish Quality, Local and Seasonal.

Groups and parties catered for.

WELL WORTH A VISIT

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Luan Gallery is Athlone’s contemporary art gallery.

Operating as the midlands municipal visual art gallery, it aims to promote a dynamic visual art programme featuring both established and emerging artists from Ireland and abroad.

The gallery space, designed by Keith Williams Architects, has received international accolade for its innovative design. The building adapts the 1897 Father Mathew Temperance Hall into a contemporary gallery, adding a new wing with state-of-the-art audio visual capabilities and a riverfront gallery space overlooking the majestic Shannon waters.

Exhibitions are changed every two months, ensuring varied and engaging arts and education programmes are delivered all year.

Admission to Luan Gallery is free. Tours available for all on Open 11am daily request.

WALSH’S BAR & GROCERY

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The Walsh family has run Walsh’s Pub & Grocery for six generations. It prides itself on being a traditional Irish pub that includes a 'magic' door so you can do your shopping while you wait for your Pint of Guinness to settle! Newly renovated with a cosy décor and warm fire, the Walsh family welcomes their customers to unwind with a quality drink and friendly camaraderie. Live music every Saturday night where all genres of music are appreciated and musicians invited to play. The last Friday of the month, customers are invited to take part in a Pub Quiz.

72 Connaught Street, Athlone.

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LEFT BANK ANTIQUES

Left Bank Antiques, run by Brian and Mary Kelly, have been in operation for 20 years, offering the discerning customer a wide and varied choice of quality antiques (no reproductions) and collectibles, ranging from furniture, porcelain, paintings, clocks, silver, lighting, jewellery, linen, etc. We pride ourselves in supplying good quality antiques at very affordable prices and doing our utmost to facilitate customer budgets. Our stock ranges from Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian periods and we can guarantee an extremely pleasant and interesting experience, should you wish to visit our shop. Should our opening hours not suit (10am-6pm daily), alternate access can be arranged by appointment.

Contact 090 649 3377 or 086 832 5616.

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HATTER'S LANE BISTRO GERTIE BROWNES PUB

Located at Strand Street, Athlone, 3 minutes from the Town Bridge, The Hollywood themed bistro offers a welcoming cosy atmosphere with open check table fire, clothes, walls adorned with movie star icons.

With easy listening, the background music typically features tunes from Sinatra, Martin, Bennett and the likes...

Running in tandem with Gertie Brown’s old world award winning pub, which now offers bar food, customers are offered a unique and satisfying dining experience while Gertie Brownes private library room can cater to family, group or corporate occasions.

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ATHLONE CASTLE

Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is a family friendly tourist attraction in the heart of Ireland. Filled with modern exhibitions; Athlone’s history, people, castle and battles are explored and brought to life. Child friendly multimedia displays and interactive games guide the visitor through the castle. The great Siege of Athlone is relived in a 360º cinematic experience, transporting visitors to the centre of the 1691 battle.

Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is a treat for all the family, with dress-up areas, historic artefacts, outdoor giant chess, courtyard picnic facilities and picturesque town views.

This newly renovated tourist attraction along Ireland’s Ancient East is the perfect midlands stop off point. Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is waiting for you to explore, engage and enjoy!

Athlone-Moate-Mullingar Cycleway/Walkway amazing Free Facility

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‘Wineport’ Luxury Lakeshore Lodge is just 5km from Athlone on the shores of Lough Ree. The long standing location of the renowned TV show ‘The Restaurant’, Wineport Lodge is an idyllic luxury retreat and is the perfect location to while away time over a lazy lakeshore lunch, a laid back afternoon tea, romantic dinner or a heavenly massage. The Lodge also has 30 stunning rooms and lake-view suites, perfect for a blissful break by the lake.

The all day menu is served daily from 12 to 9 in the cosy surrounds of the Garden Lounge. Afternoon Tea, from 12 to 4pm, is a delectable array of gourmet savoury and sweet treats, with coeliac and gluten free choices also available. Push the boat out and indulge in a glass of bubbly too.

From the centre of Athlone take the N55 direction Cavan/Longford. At Ballykeeran village fork left at the Dog & Duck pub. Wineport Lodge is 1.5km on your left.

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THE SNUG BAR

The Snug Bar is a great traditional Pub dating back to the 1800s and is situated in Athlone’s Left Bank area. It is renowned for its friendly atmosphere, live music, sports coverage and large beer garden. Their extensive whiskey collection and excellent pint of Guinness also receive great praise. The large heated beer garden to the rear of the pub is also a favourite with locals and visitors alike. The Snug Bar has received impressive reviews on Trip Advisor and is well worth a visit.

“Fantastic Pub - The best in town!” (Tripadvisor) “Extremely Friendly Bar” (Tripadvisor) This place has it all, the best atmosphere, live music and great pints!

Known for our premium range of Gins.

Its a really friendly place and the pint and pizza for 10 euro goes down a treat. . love it!!!

CELTIC ESCAPE ROOMS

The Athlone-Moate-Mullingar Cycleway/Walkway is an amazing, safe, family cycle route through tranquil countryside. It is free. Not only is it a fantastic cycleway, but also it is very safe for walking. The cycleway is completed all the way to The White Gates on the outskirts of Athlone from Mullingar. The cycleway takes in the friendly town of Moate where visitors are welcomed at the Dun na Si Amenity and Heritage Park and the Cultural Centre where there are traditional music and singing sessions various nights of the week.

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Fancy doing something a little different?

Like puzzles or a mystery?

A fun and exciting atmosphere for children of Then try all Celtic Rooms! agesEscape in a safe environment.

We have 2 great rooms: both light and airy, both can hold between 2- 10 and both family friendly!

- Bungee Trampolines - Go-Karting Mad As A Hatter – Help Alice and friends solve the riddles- and puzzles, find &the Queen of Hearts Crazy Golf Lots More!

“Scents of Humour” and escape the room before the Queen Shouts “Off With Their Heads!”

- Monday through to Wednesday 10am to 6pm Inspectors Office – The Inspector is hot on the - Thursday to Saturday 10am to 7pm heels of a diamond thief “Cat” – solve the puzzles, crack the codes, grab the inspector’s diary with the incriminating evidence and escape the room before the Inspector returns. Located on Sean Costello St, Athlone. Open Thursdays to Sundays - €15 per adult, €11 per child/student, great group rates. Pre book on 086 4081107, find us on Facebook or book online www.celticescaperooms.com

PH: 09064 73077 www.hatterslane.ie

ATHLONE EQUESTRIAN CENTRE

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Athlone Equestrian Centre is located off exit 9 of the M6 motorway and just 4km from the centre of Athlone Town. It provides horse riding lessons to adults and kids in a fun, friendly environment. Forest Treks are also very popular for groups, couples and families and no experience is required to take part. The trek is very scenic along country lanes with views of Moydrum Castle. For those with experience, you will be brought on an exhilarating canter through the woods.

Pony Camps are run Monday to Friday over school holidays from 10am-3pm for ages 6-16 where kids get to learn how to take care of their pony and enjoy a lesson each day of camp. There are lots of activities and pony games and kids can take part daily or enrol in the week long camp.

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Four Seasons B&B

Be our Guest at the Four Seasons.....

Hearty Céad Míle Fáilte and a welcome on the mat at Four Seasons B&B, Athlone. For reservations contact the Four Seasons B&B by telephone 0906474470, mobile 0876774851, or also by email grennanfourseason@eircom.net Be our guest at Four Seasons and sample the tranquility of charming countryside within a five minute drive of buzzing Athlone town, located at Annagh, Ballykeeran, Athlone, Co. Westmeath

Derek duggan BUS hire

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Duggan's bus hire, located just outside Athlone, delivers an excellent bus hire service with 16 /52 Seater Luxury Vehicles available.

We have amassed a reputation for providing an excellent quality of bus hire service. We provide transport for airport transfers and day trips to destinations of your choice.

Duggan’s Bus Hire is capable of catering to all of your travel requirements with our selection of buses; kitted out with luxurious and comfortable seating.

We also cater for concerts, stags, hens and weddings.

Relax, sit back and enjoy being chauffeured around by Duggan's bus hire.

086 861 3324

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GLASSON GOLF ACADEMY & DRIVING RANGE

• Ideal for the Beginner, the Improver and the Advanced Golfer!

• 10 Driving Bays with superb Internal Facilities

• Putting Green and Short Game Practice Area • Pre-Booked Golf Lessons available for both Juniors and Adults, including Computer Swing Analysis • In the middle of Glasson Golf Course, adjacent to the Hotel

Visit www.glassoncountryhouse.ie or call 00 353 (0) 9064 85120

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CASTLE GIFT SHOP

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A1 Cabs A1: 090 6473000

A1 Cabs, Cornamagh, Athlone.

Established over 20 years ago, Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran and his loyal staff provide a top class taxi service from their headquarters in Cornamagh.

Long distance fares negotiable.

For assistance telephone: 090 6473000

Mount Temple Golf & country club

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Mount Temple is an 18 hole traditional style championship golf course, playable all year round and located just 10 mins from Athlone or 5 mins from M6 motorway junction 6/7. The course is very lucky to have the facility of a top class Golf Academy and Driving Range onsite, with Golf Pro in attendance.

We cater for all golfing functions, societies and open days and we are open for Memberships, with fantastic rates available. Please check out our website www.mounttemplegolfclub.com, and for any further details regarding golf please do not hesitate to contact us on 090/6481841

email: info@mounttemplegolfclub.com.

Derryglad Folk And Heritage Museum

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This award winning museum houses over 7000 items dealing with History Heritage and Folk Culture.

Athlone business awards winner 2017. For the young it is a step back to see how their great grandparents made the butter, washed the clothes and did the cooking. See an old style school room with slates, slate pencils, dip pens, ink and blotting paper.

Also view the new dairy bygones section. For the not so young it is a trip down memory lane. Derryglad is run by the Finneran Family in the heart of South Roscommon at Curraghboy.

Contact Bridie or Charlie 090 6488192 Open Monday - Saturday 10am - 6pm or anytime by appointment. Email info@derrygladfolkmuseum.com web www.derrygladfolkmuseum.com Sat Nav North 53 - 27 -94 west 08 -04 -83 Car/Coach Parking. Picnic Area. Tuck Shop.

DUN NA SI AMENITY & HERITAGE PARK

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Just off the M6 and adjacent to the Greenway, the Dún na Sí Amenity and Heritage Park Moate, is wonderful get away, full of natural beauty that has something for all the family.

You can enjoy a walk through planted parklands and wetland reserve which is home to native wildlife species. Take a trip back in time through Ireland’s ancient past, learn about our legendary warrior Lugh and explore the ancient Ring Fort. Visit our Blacksmith’s Forge, Fisherman’s Cottage and Pet Farm. Learn about traditional Irish music, song and dance at the Scéal an Tradisiúin Exhibition in the Teach Cheoil. A fully equipped children’s playground is situated next to the Pantry Café which serves great coffee and offers an excellent lunch menu.

MURPHY'S LAW

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We are a family run friendly bar in the centre of Athlone, with Live Music, Live Sport, Large Heated Beer Garden, Barbecue Area and Smoking Area. Located 30 seconds from all amenities.

Murphy’s Law are well known for great food served throughout the day.

Castle Gift Shop, a small family run shop on The Square beside Athlone Castle and the River Shannon stock a wide range of goods and a lovely selection of Irish gifts, postcards, magnets of Athlone, rock, and lots of nick-nacks for your friends and family.

With ice-creams, newspapers, confectionary and more, you’re sure to find a treat or two!

ROMARIS BOAT CRUISES

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ROMARIS MOTOR YACHT offers the most elegant way to cruise the River Shannon, whether it’s a simple cruise on Lough Ree or a dinner cruise with family or friends to Clonmacnoise or further afield, you will not find a more relaxed way to while away some time on the water.

With cruises departing from Athlone Castle Quay, almost every day, lunch, afternoon tea, evening dinner service and private cruises are all available.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL SAILINGS 12:00/14:00/16:00

Baysports

We have a large selection of high quality fishing tackle to suit all angling needs in our region. Whether it is spinning, coarse fishing, fly fishing, pike fish or sea fishing you want to do we have the gear for you. Also lifejackets, outdoor clothing, boots and wellingtons. We stock tackle for starter anglers and seasoned anglers. Large shop with free parking. Always great rod real deals on offer. Full selection of live and dead bait in stock. Open 9-6 Mon – Fri and 11.30 5.30 on Sundays.

Tel:090 6470344

Parties, Groups and Coaches catered for.

Tel: 090 6423753

BARRACUDA BOAT TRIPS

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EXIT ATHLONE ESCAPE ROOMS

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EXPERIENCE THE AMAZING ADVENTURE Four Unique Scenarios adapted to age and taste of our players.

Locked IN THE ROOM YOU HAVE ONE HOUR TO work together. FIND TIPS and keys, SOLVE THE PUZZLES and break the codes to ESCAPE!

Contact Barracuda Boat Trips at 087 230 1981 Email: barracudaboattrips@gmail.com

RIVER TAxI SERVICE To and from all Lough Ree Destinations Hen & Stag Parties Drinks, Food & Music Onboard Daily Cruises

• Fishing Trips • Night Cruise • Private Parties • Evening Dining

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"Baysports is based in the idyllic Hodson Bay and is only 5 minutes from Athlone Town.

It is home to the Guinness World Records Book 2018, ‘WORLD'S TALLEST FLOATING SLIDE’ and Ireland’s largest inflatable waterpark. You can also enjoy leisurely pedal boats or safari kayaking after your picnic by the lake. Baysports is the ideal family day out, with an adventure in store for all. Find out more on www.baysports.ie or phone us on 09064 94801."

Athlone Regional Sports centre

Daily Specials available, and lots more.

Opening hours: 10.30am Monday Saturday. Sunday: 11am.

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WILDHUNTER

FOUR UNIQUE SCENARIOS ADAPTED TO AGE AND TASTE for all PLAYERS. SUPER FUN IN A CRYSTAL MAZE STYLE. • Move into the world of comics and defeat the Joker in “Clown Prince of Crime” (family friendly).

• Become a treasure hunter like Indiana Jones in the game ‘The Adventure of Dr. Jons: Celtic Temple” (family friendly and wheelchair friendly).

• Check out the thrill of “New World Order" (15+).

• Become a detective and catch the murderer of a beautiful young girl, nicknamed Wolf in our erotic crime scenario "Red Room" (age 18+).

35 Church St, Loughanaskin, Athlone, Co. Westmeath

Choose a slow cruise or high speed powerboat experience

Departs from Athlone Castle Quay, Athlone PHONE JUSTIN 353 85 832 6403 email: justin@romaris.ie • www.romaris.ie

For further info call (086) 2433609 or check us out on Facebook or www.athloneequestrian.ie

Tel: No. 090 6455009

Wineport Lodge

LUAN GALLERY

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GLENDEER PET FARM

The best entertainment, game and activity in Athlone

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Visit Glendeer Pet Farm for a fun, family day out...it's animals interaction at its best!

Glendeer Pet Farm, 8 kms from Athlone, exit 13 off M6, has something for every age; a large outdoor play area, including the double obstacle course, zip wire and the maze; indoor play area with slides and for the smaller kids a soft play toddler area. The sand barn and diggers are also a big hit and everyone enjoys the stroll around the fairy trail.

Glendeer is suitable for any weather as a large section of the animals are undercover and the children can feed, pet and even cuddle some of them. Bring along a picnic or relax with a coffee/tea & homemade treats from our coffee shop.

Open: everyday until end of September: Mon - Sat 11am to 6pm & Sun 12pm to 6pm. Admission: Adults €8 & children €8 (under 18 months are free) Season tickets also available.

For any other info please contact us at 090 6437147, info@glendeerpetfarm.ie, or check out our website: www.glendeerpetfarm.ie or follow all the animal goings on at www.facebook.com/GlendeerPetFarm.

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Clay pipe centre

The Clay Pipe Centre is located on the N61, half way between Athlone and Roscommon in Knockcroghery village. Enjoy a wonderful display of photographs and artefacts relating to this unique facet of Irish heritage. Watch clay pipes being made using original tools. Ethel also produces the award winning Ogham Wishes and Bog Buddies here in her studio.

Mention this advert for a 10% discount on purchases.

Mon - Fri 10 - 5, Sat 11 - 1

090-6661923 Clay Pipe Centre Knockcroghery Village Co. Roscommon

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A fun and exciting atmosphere for children of all ages in a safe environment.

- Bungee Trampolines Go-Karting - Crazy Golf & Lots More!

Monday through to Wednesday 10am to 6pm Thursday to Saturday 10am to 7pm Sunday 11am to 7pm

Shannon is crown of Athlone jewels

THE view of the River Shannon from Athlone's Town Bridge is one of the 'wow' factors of the town. It is the crown in the jewels of Athlone's attractions.

Walk across the Athlone Bridge and look at Athlone Castle on one side and the Luan Gallery on the other, take a trip on the Shannon, up Lough Ree, on to Hodson Bay, and come back into town and sample the fare offered in the hotels, restaurants, pubs.

The Mullingar/Moate/Athlone Cycleway/Greenway now extends to The White Gates and is ideal for cycling and walking.

A few minutes drive outside of Athlone on the N55 LongfordCavan road there is a public viewing area across Lough Ree, which is one of the most spectacular to be found anywhere in the world.

In recent years "The Lonely Planet" described Athlone as one of the liveliest little towns Ireland.

Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre

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The centre at Kenagh, Co. Longford, interprets an Iron Age bog road that was built in the year 148 B.C. close to the River Shannon.

The oak road is the largest of its kind to have been uncovered in Europe and inside the interpretive centre, an eighteenmetre stretch of the preserved trackway is on permanent display in a hall specially designed to preserve the ancient wooden structure.

This centre highlights the importance of the site in archaeological terms and has become a major attraction in the Midlands of Ireland.

Bord na Móna and the Office of Public Works have carried out conservation work on the surrounding bog to ensure that it remains wet and that the buried road remains preserved.

The centre is open to the public from 29 March - 26 September. Free Admission - Access by Guided Tour only.

Opening hours:10am – 6pm. Tel: 00 353 (0)43 3322386 Further information www.heritageireland.ie

KILBEGGAN DISTILLERY TOUR

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Athlone-Moate-Mullingar Cycleway / Walkway

New Savoury Fare Restaurant serving a range of hot meals and beverages daily, with seating for 150.

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M6 motorway Junction Sun: 11am - 6pm Open Mon - Sat: 9am - 6pm,

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Kilbeggan Distillery Tour - the oldest licenced whiskey distillery in Ireland. Est. 1857.

See the oldest pot still in Ireland still working, the iconic water wheel, see how our famous whiskey is still made using the traditional methods and taste some for yourself.

Ireland’s premier destination Garden Centre Large selection of plants, trees, garden furniture, BBQs, pots, giftware, garden care, stone, pond equipment and much more.

Phone: 09064 98450

09064 75574

Clonmacnoise Monastic Site

www.kilbeggandistillery.com

Shannon is crown of Athlone jewels Athlone John McCormack Square and Sculpture

Kilbeggan Distillery Lower Main St, Aghamore, Kilbeggan, Co. Westmeath +353 57 933 2134

Clonmacnoise Includes Seven Churches

CLONMACNOISE (the Irish Cluain Mhic Nois meaning the meadow of the sons of Nos) was founded by St. Ciaran in 548.

Over the centuries it became a major centre of religion, learning, trade, craftsmanship and political influence. As the burial place of St. Ciaran, it has attracted pilgrims for nearly 1500 years.

Clonmacnoise is located on an esker ridge overlooking the River Shannon. The site includes the ruins of a cathedral, seven churches (10th-13th century), two round towers, three high crosses and the largest collection of Early Christian graveslabs are on display in the Visitors Centre. The long history of Clonmacnoise is captured and told in an audiovisual presentation, shown in the Visitors Centre. Exhibitions deal with the flora, fauna and landscape of the region.

USEFUL INFORMATION EMERGENCY when fire brigade, ambulance or Gardai is needed Tel: 112 or 999 GARDA STATION, Barrack Street, Athlone Tel: (090) 6492609 ATHLONE TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE, Castle Street, Athlone, Co. Westmeath Tel: (090) 649 4630 MIDOC ATHLONE, Saint Vincents Hospital.

Tel: 1850 302 702 PORTIUNCULA HOSPITAL Tel: 090 996 48240