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Lakelands Region

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Soak up the atmosphere of one of Ireland’s most peaceful and relaxing areas, where the pace of life is slow and a powerful beauty surrounds you

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  Discover freedom and relaxation

  Priding itself on its beautiful vistas, laid-back atmosphere, fascinating history, ancient monuments and a strong sense of culture and community, the Lakelands leaves you free to explore at will. Meandering around the waterways, you can’t fail to be enchanted by the charming villages dotted along vast stretches of water; mysterious islands rising out of quiet lakes; stunningly beautiful and utterly unspoiled landscapes that seem to exist in a haze of tranquility, and lively towns that are buzzing with excellent places to eat, drink, visit and stay. The Lakelands region incorporates parts of the following counties: Fermanagh, Tyrone, Cavan, Monaghan, Sligo East, Leitrim South, Galway East, Roscommon, Laois West, Westmeath, Longford, Offaly, Tipperary North, Clare East, Limerick.

The waterways

Get to know the varied waterways of Ireland around the majestic Shannon-Erne Waterway and the unspoiled beauty of the pretty villages that lie between.

What to see and do

This beautiful area boasts an eclectic mix of events and festivals throughout the year, but the last few months of the year warms the heart and soul with the huge variety of events to choose from.

Traditional Culture

If you adore a gentle walk through manicured gardens with flowers that bloom in all the colours of the rainbow, then you’ll adore the heritage homes and gardens in this region.

What's on in the Lakelands Region

Irish Karaoke Championships 2010

30 Jul 2010 - 02 Aug 2010

Portlaoise will be hosting the Irish Karaoke Championships for 2010 in conjunction with the Magnet Festival Portlaoise. The...

Written Word Weekend

30 Jul 2010 - 02 Aug 2010

Written Word Weekend is back for its second year over the August Bank Holiday(July 30th – 2nd August) in Drumshanbo. Last year it...

Portlaoise Magnet Music Festival

30 Jul 2010 - 02 Aug 2010

The Magnet Festival Portlaoise will be staged in Portlaoise each August Bank Holiday week-end. This is a community driven event....

Leitrim Landscapes Mushroom Foraging Walks

21 Aug 2010 - 22 Aug 2010

Day 1: enjoy some fantastic views while foraging for mushrooms surrounded by the beautiful North Leitrim Hills. Day 2: see...

Leitrim Landscapes Archaeology, Nature & Foraging

22 Aug 2010 - 22 Aug 2010

Leitrim Landscapes, in conjunction with Tawnylust Lodge, Manorhamilton, offers guided walks on nature, archaeology, wildlife and...

The Dunamaise Arts Centre

24 Aug 2010 - 24 Aug 2010

The Dunamaise Arts Centre is a purpose built theatre and arts centre situated in the centre of Portlaoise, Co. Laois in the heart...

Harvest Feast Food Festival

27 Aug 2010 - 29 Aug 2010

Harvest Feast 2010 will emphasise all that is great about regional food, heritage, eco-tourism ad the environment. The festival is...

Electric Picnic Music Festival

03 Sep 2010 - 05 Sep 2010

Three day Music & Arts Festival Electric Picnic has sold out to its 35,000 capacity each year since inception. The festival boasts...

Clonaslee Show

12 Sep 2010 - 12 Sep 2010

Annual Show - Cattle - Sheep - Horses - Ponies - Dogs - Horticulture - Cookery - Crafts - Trade Stands - Vintage Display - Rural...

The Halloween Howls Comedy Festival

21 Oct 2010 - 25 Oct 2010

One of Irelands leading Comedy Festival returns to Portlaoise for a weekend of rib tickling fun by top Irish and International...

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