County Roscommon - Environment

1. Open Farms

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Tullyboy Animal Farm Visitor Centre

Matt & Eileen O'Dowd will give you a personal guided tour of their farm. Set in a beautiful location, with views of the Curlew and Arigna Mountains, Animal Farm is centred around an 18th century farm house. The open farm introduces the family to caring coutry life. Being a dairy farm, all the modern sophisticated techniques of milk production are on display, as are the machinery and methods housed in the past. Pony rides, the Beech Nature Trail, Pets Corner, old farmhouse kitchen and museum, duck pond, playground and picnic area are other attractions. A gift shop offers a wide variety of gifts & mementoes of the farm and the old world tearooms is an ideal place to catch your breath. Threshing weekend and Barn Dance held annually. (Usually Aug. Bank Holiday weekend). Audio visual and worksheet material is supplied to students on educational tours.

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2. Lakes

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Lough Key Forest Park

Comprising some 350 hectares of mixed woodland, a lake and a number of islands, Lough Key constitutes one of the most extensive and picturesque landscaped caravan and camping park, nature walks, a bog garden, observation tower, ice house, wishing chair and underground tunnels. The park was formerly part of the Rockingham estate and there is a wealth of historical and archaeological points of interest, principally the ruins of a McDermott castle and two medieval priorities, one on Trinity Island and the other on Church Island. Boating, walking trails and a restaurant are some of the amenities in this fine park which is situated on an island studded lake of great beauty. Return to Carrick on Shannon.

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3. Islands

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Lough Key Forest Park

Comprising some 350 hectares of mixed woodland, a lake and a number of islands, Lough Key constitutes one of the most extensive and picturesque landscaped caravan and camping park, nature walks, a bog garden, observation tower, ice house, wishing chair and underground tunnels. The park was formerly part of the Rockingham estate and there is a wealth of historical and archaeological points of interest, principally the ruins of a McDermott castle and two medieval priorities, one on Trinity Island and the other on Church Island. Boating, walking trails and a restaurant are some of the amenities in this fine park which is situated on an island studded lake of great beauty. Return to Carrick on Shannon.

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4. Parks

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Lough Key Forest Park

Comprising some 350 hectares of mixed woodland, a lake and a number of islands, Lough Key constitutes one of the most extensive and picturesque landscaped caravan and camping park, nature walks, a bog garden, observation tower, ice house, wishing chair and underground tunnels. The park was formerly part of the Rockingham estate and there is a wealth of historical and archaeological points of interest, principally the ruins of a McDermott castle and two medieval priorities, one on Trinity Island and the other on Church Island. Boating, walking trails and a restaurant are some of the amenities in this fine park which is situated on an island studded lake

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5. Mountains

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Arigna Mountains

From here one can take in the coalfields of Arigna, see the three sweat-houses in the area and take the mountain road to Ballyfarnon with a superb view of Lough Meelagh, Lough Skeam and the surrounding countryside. Although the road is narrow, the trip over the mountains is rewarding for the wildness and beauty of the scenery.

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6. Woods and Forests

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Lough Key Forest Park

Comprising some 350 hectares of mixed woodland, a lake and a number of islands, Lough Key constitutes one of the most extensive and picturesque landscaped caravan and camping park, nature walks, a bog garden, observation tower, ice house, wishing chair and underground tunnels. The park was formerly part of the Rockingham estate and there is a wealth of historical and archaeological points of interest, principally the ruins of a McDermott castle and two medieval priorities, one on Trinity Island and the other on Church Island. Boating, walking trails and a restaurant are some of the amenities in this fine park which is situated on an island studded lake of great beauty. Return to Carrick on Shannon.

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7. Walks

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The Suck Valley Way

The Suck Valley Way of the borders of West Roscommon and East Galway, incorporating part of the O'Sullivan Beara Trail, offers walkers an opportunity to experience the beauty, peace and tranquillity of this oval shaped walk. The route offers an attractive and varied countryside and passes over hillside, through forest, woodlands, bogland and along the banks of the River Suck and its many lakes and through open countryside. There is a wide range of historical and archaeological sites en route, including a unique La Tene Stone dating back to the Iron Age. For naturalists and wildlife enthusiasts it is a real haven, offering a rich variety of flora and fauna. Take time out and meet and talk with the local people in the many villages and small towns along the route.

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8. Gardens

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Ardcarne Garden Centre

An interesting place to spend a few hours for the gardening enthusiast. We stock a wide range of gifts and gift tokens. We also stock a huge range of nursery plants including rare species and unusual Roses. Pleasant service and expert gardening advice are always on hand. Recipients of An Bord Glas Quality Award. Recipients of several National Landscaping Awards. Talks and gardening demonstration arranged for groups. All major credit cards accepted. Toilets and wheelchair access.

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