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Dromineer is a small country village
on the shores of Lough Derg and is well worth a visit. During
the summer months the marina and the local bars and hotels become
very popular with both the boating crowd and locals alike. There
is also a small beach which is used by local children on the
fine summer days
 As
a Marina this is a popular stopping off point for those touring
the Shannon and also for Irish boating enthusiasts who moor
their boats here year round due to the excellent shelter the
harbour provides. The whole area is steeped in history and many
ruins of once great castles and lodges are dotted around the
countryside. Lough Derg is home to one of the Oldest Yacht Clubs
in the World and is famous for its Pike and Bream fishing, Dromineer
is a very popular fishing and watersports location in Ireland.
You will often see the dedicated anglers out early morning and
late night and the sunsets over the lake provide excellent photographic
opportunities.
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town of Nenagh is the main town of County Tipperary and
is surrounded by the beautiful small towns such as Dromineer
and Garrykennedy . There is plenty to see and do here, theatre,
arts, music, song and dance or you can also trace your ancestors
in the heritage centre. The Heritage Centre is located in two
buildings of North Tipperary's former County Gaol (prison),
which date to the 1840s. The displays in the gaol and Governor's
House relate to folk life, the environment and prison life.
'Hands-on' is encouraged in the recreated shop, school-room,
forge and dairy. There are 3-D models of the gaol complex, Lough
Derg on the River Shannon and of the lakeside villages of Dromineer
and Garrykennedy.
 Several
art and photographic exhibitions are held throughout the year
at small galleries in the town and also at the Heritage Centre
which are well worth checking out. Nenagh boasts one of the
oldest amateur groups in the country, and several plays are
held throughout the year aswell as having visiting acts. Friday
is market day in Nenagh and from 11am you will find this a good
place to buy home-made and home-grown produce and lots more
until 1pm. Nenagh Castle and Franciscan Abbey are also well
worth a visit if you are travelling in the area.
The history of Garrykennedy dates back to the Norman
era, when the village was the stronghold of the O’Kennedys.
The ruins of their castle on the lake shore remains the centerpiece
of the village today. Garrykennedy has a tiny harbour, and there
is a lovely atmosphere, you will see the many cruisers mooring
up against the high stone walls, with the ruins of a castle
standing guard over visiting boats.
Both children and adults will enjoy a walk in the Woodland Park.
The main streeet is tiny and offers two pubs and restaurants
famous for their traditional music and good food. Enjoy relaxing
lakeside forest walks, boating, fishing, sailing, and outdoor
activities.
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| Accommodations - Recommended |
Dromineer
Bay Hotel, Dromineer,
County Tipperary, Telephone: 067 24 114
*** £££ Hotel
Located
on the shores of Lough Derg, the Dromineer Bay Hotel is the ideal
getaway location where your hosts Alan and Lisa and staff will
attend to your every need. Enjoy a pint or some light food in
'the Crows Nest' pub or unwind over dinner in the hotel restaurant,
located on the first floor with panoramic views of the lake. 24 double
rooms available, all ensuite with lake views. for further details:
web: www.dromineerbay.com
to request a brochure email: info@dromineerbay.com
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Others:
Abbey Court Hotel, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 41111 Hotel
Coolbawn Quay Holiday Village, Cool Bawn, Coolbawn, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 28158 Self Catering
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| Restaurants |
The Pepper Mill, 26 Kenyon Street,, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 34598
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| Pubs |
The
Whiskey Still, Dromineer,
Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 24129 *****
Great music, food and craic. Your host Declan Collison
will provide a warm Irish welcome. Stop by when touring
the Shannon Region for "Ceol is Ol!" Dromineer Nenagh,
Tipperary, Phone: 067 24129 or email whiskeystill@eircom.net
Visit their www.whiskeystill.com
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Larkin's, Portroe,
Garrykennedy, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 23232
McQuaid's Traditional Music, 38 Pearse Street,, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 34166
Ryans, Garrykennedy, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 23364
Kennedy's Bar, Puckane , Co.
Tipperary. Tel. 067 24171
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| Visitor Attractions |
Nenagh Castle & Friary, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary.
Nenagh District Heritage Soc., Kickham St., Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 33850
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| Golf |
Nenagh Golf Club, Beechwood,, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 31476
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| Equestrian |
Charlie Swan
Equestrian Centre,
Tel. 0505 42128*****
This modern equestrian centre provides a wide range of
horse riding holiday options. Daily sessions can be arranged
for individual lessons, cross country, show jumping school
and hunting. There is also an all weather track, outdoor
menage, woods and parkland. The surrounding, peaceful
countryside provides an idyllic environment for trail
riding over gently rolling farmlands, along country lanes
and wooded trails.
Modreeny, Cloughjordan , Co. Tipperary. Tel. 0505 42128
or E-mail to: cswan@iol.ie |
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| Sport & Leisure |
Shannon Sailing & Watersports, Dromineer, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 24295 Watersports
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| Gifts & Crafts |
Hanly's Woollen Mill Shop, Ballyartella,, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 24278
Puckane Crafts, Puckane, Co. Tipperary. Tel. 067 24229
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