County Cavan is located in Ulster province, but does not belong to Northern Ireland. Its history as a border county continues from the Middle Ages until the present time. Lakes abound in the area, and the “Shannon Pot” where…
Lifeforce Watermill
It makes perfect sense that an attraction paying respect to the bygone era of food preparation is located in the predominantly rural county of Cavan. It has been the site of a grain mill since the 14th century,…
Drumlane
St. Mogue established the original abbey on this site in the 6th century. Today, the ruins of later structures are visible.
Most notable are the Round Tower and the church, from medieval times. They contain some interesting carvings…
Cavan County Museum
Housed in a 19th century building that is part of a former convent complex, the museum opened in June 1996. In the peaceful realm that used to be occupied by the Poor Clare order, the museum traces the history of…
Cavan Crystal
This small but productive manufacturer creates unique mouth blown, hand cut lead crystal giftware, and is growing into a true rival to the Waterford brand.
The factory is open to the public, and guided tours are given.…
Killykeen Forest Park
Killykeen Forest Park is a beautiful mixed woodlands park, comprising 600 acres, woven around the lake and islands of Lough Oughter. Killykeen lies four miles west of Cavan town on the Killeshandra Road (R199). Lough Oughter forms part…