Cootehill
What the town offers
This is Cootehill
There is a good accommodation base locally with rooms available in the four-star Errigal Country House Hotel and several B&Bs and self-catering properties. Bellamont Forest is located on the edge of the town and is home to one of the most architecturally significant houses in the country – Bellamont House. (Now in private ownership). Other attractions locally include Erica’s Fairy Forest and nearby Tanagh Outdoor Education Centre.
Cootehill is located near the Cavan – Monaghan border in Ireland’s Ancient East. Cootehill was formally established as a market town in 1725 when Thomas Coote obtained a charter to hold markets and fairs; thereafter strong ties to the Irish linen industry were cultivated. A description from 1844 states: “The town is comparatively well-built and respectively inhabited; and is not equalled in appearance by any place between it and Dublin except Navan.”
The Dromore River provides good opportunities for angling and watersports and there are outdoor activity providers locally offering canoeing and kayaking experiences. Haltons amenity area on the outskirts of the town has changing facilities and forms a trailhead point for several walks. The Cavan Kayakarun event has established itself in the adventure race annual calendar every August. There is excellent coarse and pike angling in the locality with fishing available in the many waterways surrounding the town. The Cootehill Championship Fishing Festival is an annual event attracting over 100 anglers to the town for five days in September.
The Cootehill Arts Festival brings well known artists and performers to Cootehill every Summer. Other established traditional music festivals in the town include the Gerry Whelan Memorial and the Ed Reavy Traditional Music Festival. For more information visit www.cootehill.ie
Delightful stone walled home with thatched roof in a picturesque setting. Pub and grocery nearby. 3 bedrooms. Nearest town Cootehill.
Bridge House Bed and Breakfast in Cootehill offers cosy, welcoming accommodation in a peaceful countryside setting in Canningstown, Co. Cavan
A well-preserved double chamber tomb, c. 2000 BC. -3 miles southeast of Cootehill on the R181.
Mags will arrange to make your Tour all about you and your Heritage
A magical fairy forest dedicated to the memory of Erica Ní Draighneain, (2010-2016)
The ideal base to explore the Lakelands and Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands.
Between Shercock and Cootehill
Moyduff Lake
Season: 1 May – 30 Sept
The heritage trail begins at the courthouse on Market Street and takes you along the town with maps, information panels and plaques outlining further information on key sites.
Located in scenic Drumlin countryside, it is surrounded by the Annalee and Dromore Rivers, with numerous lakes within a 10 mile/16km radius.
Guided pike fishing experiences with Ronan Murray. Tailored trips, guided service, tackle, food, boat and transport.
A charming country cottage for a peaceful or fun packed escape near Cootehill in the heart of County Cavan. Sleeps 7. Three bedrooms.
Recommended by Georgina Campbell. Small and friendly bakery and deli serving local and regional artisan produce.
Self-catering house in picturesque surroundings, close to Annaghard lake near Cootehill in East Cavan. Sleeps up 9 guests.
Indulge in a Thermal Suite complete with a steam room, sauna, hydro showers and relaxation area.
Blessings Studio Apartments offers free WiFi and free on-site private parking, making it a convenient choice for families.
Canoeing, banana boating, climbing wall, pump track, archery, assault course, orienteering and more.
While taking in all the health benefits of this outdoor sauna, enjoy a place of relaxation and tranquility with breathtaking countryside views
Aussie owned coffee and food along the Dromore River and beside Erica’s Fairy Forest. Open Thur-Sun 8-5pm.