Virginia
What the town offers
This is Virginia
Virginia is a picturesque town, on the banks of Lough Ramor. The town boasts a choice of accommodation– Richard Corrigan’s, Virginia Park Lodge, the Lakeside Manor Hotel, St. Kyran’s Country House Hotel, a number of guesthouses and self-catering properties, and Lough Ramor Caravan and Camping Park. The town has several restaurants, cafes and gastropubs, a 9-hole golf course, beautiful woodland walks in nearby Deerpark Forest, a marina, lakeside amenity area and the Ramor Theatre.Â
The town is 10km from one of Cavan’s most popular visitor attractions – Cavan County Museum and the World War 1 Trench Experience. Other nearby attractions include Crafts of Ireland and Carraig Gardens, both located within a short driving distance from the town. St. Kilian’s Heritage Centre in Mullagh is 11km away and Lough Crew Cairns and Newgrange are within driving distance. Virginia Agricultural Show takes place in mid-August every year and is one of the biggest shows in Ireland.
Four miles north of the town is Killinkere, the reputed birthplace of American Civil War general, Philip Sheridan. The Killinkere Whit Jamboree takes place in the splendid grounds of Killinkere Leisure Centre over the Whit (June) Bank Holiday weekend. Lough Ramor is the biggest lake in the area at 800 hectares and is regarded as a good coarse and pike fishing destination. Ramor Watersports Club operate a marina at the Lakeside Manor. Eight of the berths on the marina are available to visitors. For more information visit www.virginiatown.ie
Garden and tearooms open 11am – 4pm Friday to Sunday. Group bookings welcome. Free Admission.
The largest outdoor replica trench in Ireland or the UK – includes visual and sound effects. On the grounds of Cavan County Museum.
Demonstrations and classes in wool spinning, butter making, bread making, crochet, embroidery and knitting. Booking by appointment.
Distance: 5.5km | Grade: Easy Terrain: Lakeshore & forest path. A Sli na Slainte route
Local pub and accommodation in Virginia, run by Chef Corrigan and Virginia Park Lodge.
Horse riding lessons, breaking and schooling of horses and livery
Bicycle hire of e-bikes, standard bikes, mountain bikes and road bikes. Delivery service offered.
Fishing tackle, bait, outboard engines, boat accessories, seats
Beautifully set on the shores of the beautiful Lough Ramor Lake outside Virginia.
Acres of picturesque parkland with a beautiful house and gardens with cafe and a fairy trail for kids. 16km from Virginia and 36km from Cavan.
Established artist often dealing with identity and the human condition.
Newly Renovated Historic theatre in Virginia.
Skelly’s Bed & Breakfast at the heart of historic Virginia. Walking distance to Lough Ramor and the famous Virginia Showgrounds.
Panoramic lake views. Perfect for civil ceremonies and wedding receptions.
Hand rolled Irish Sushi produced daily in Virginia with amazing fresh Irish ingredients. A member of Created in Cavan.
Indian restaurant, where East meets West!
9 holes | Par: 64 | Metres: 4139
Tree-lined parkland course on the shores of Lough Ramor. “All the golf in half the time”.
A historic 18th century estate, transformed by Richard Corrigan