Information About Enniskillen, Ireland
Previous stop: Belleek
Alternative Location: 
Things to do in Enniskillen
Back to topWhy do we recommend stopping here?
Enniskillen is located almost exactly in the centre of the county on the natural island which separates the Upper and Lower sections of Lough Erne. The town centre is firmly built along the long, narrow Main St, which actually changes name six times along its length! The moorings are conveniently situated for the new Erneside shopping centre and further down the Lough is the Ardhowen Theatre, which offers a full and varied programme of entertainment.
What is there to see?
Enniskillen Castle and Museum is also home to the Fermanagh County Museum and Regimental Museum of the Iniskilling Fusiliers. On the edge of the town is Castle Coole with its delightful parkland and neo-classical house. It is located on the Main Enniskillen Road (A4) 1.5 miles SE of Enniskillen. If you're feeling fit, climb Coles Monument which overlooks the town. It has 108 spiral steps leading to a viewing platform and offers magnificent views over the town and surrounding area. Adults £1, children 50p. The park itself also includes a children's play area.
What can I visit?
The Buttermarket Craft & Design Centre at Eniskillen is housed in an early 19th century restored dairy market. The centre offers pottery, ceramic painting, jewellery making, framing, textiles, photography, wood turning and a number of artists galleries. Visitors are welcome to call in and watch the craft workers produce their goods.
Insider Information
The Lakeland Forum at Broadmeadow provides opportunities for sport and swimming, and an indoor play area for small children. The Round O playground is also useful for occupying small children for a few hours! Eniskellen offers a good range of shopping - if you're planning to explore some of the quieter areas, this would be a good place to stock up on provisions.
Is there a public swimming pool?
The Fermanagh Lakeland Forum at Broadmeadow, Eniskillen is a large sports & leisure Centre. Swimming Pool 25 metre x 6 lane with learners section
Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 08.00 - 222.00 Saturday 10.00 - 18.00 Sunday 14.00 - 18.00
Alternative: No
Is there a tourist office?
Yes Tourist Information Centre, Wellington Road, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, BT74 7EF, Approx 100 metres from main moorings at Broad Meadow, opposite bus station
Is there a golf course here or nearby?
Castle Hume Golf Club, Eniskillen is located on the A46 Belleek/Donegal Rd. Tel: +353 (0)48 6632 7077 Ashwoods Golf Centre, Sligo Rd, Eniskillen - Par 3 course. Open 7 days a week. Tel: +353 (0)48 6632 5321 Enniskillen Golf Club, Castle Coole Road, Eniskillen 18 hole, par 71 course. within walking distance of Eniskillen. Tel: +353 (0)48 6632 5250
Are there any other recommended activities?
Hourly express bus to Belfast, 2 hours away, for a day out
Is there anything else worth mentioning?
The Marble Arch Caves are one of Europe's finest show caves allowing visitors to explore a fascinating, natural underworld of rivers, waterfalls, winding passages and lofty chambers. Just southwest of Enniskillen and on the northern edge of the Cuilcagh Mountains they are well worth a visit. Accessible to a depth of some 700yd/640m, they contain weird stalactite and stalagmite formations, sinter terraces and waterfalls. Visitors can take a tour which starts with an underground boat trip (1.25 hours). The visitor center offers a geology exhibition and audio-visual presentation. Further afield, 20 miles away, the Ulster American Folk Park just outside Omagh is an award winning museum telling the story of emigration to the New World via displays, buildings, a replica ship and gallery.
Eating and Drinking in Enniskillen
Back to topBudget restaurant
The Crows Nest, High Street (028) 6632 5252 Carvery food served daily along with a jumbo breakfast. At the weekend there is traditional Irish music in the afternoon and there are live bands and artists for the seven nights of the week as well as the New Thatch Nite Club.
Address: 12 High Street, Eniskillen
Contact Details: 028 6632 5252
Moderately priced restaurant
The Linen Hall, 11-13 Town hall Street (028) 6632 4055 Part of the Wetherspoons chain, The Linen Hall offers a wide selection of drinks and foods, including breakfast served from 10am. Children permitted into large designated family area until 9pm. Opening times: Mon-Thurs 10am - 11pm, Fri and Sat 10am - 1am, Sun 12pm - 11pm
Contact Details: 028 6634 0910
Upmarket restaurant
Picasso Bellmore Street - 200 metres from mooring at Erneside. Walk towards large cream 5 storey building, Bellmore street to your left
Address: Bellmore Street
Atmosphere: Casual
Cuisine: Irish, European
Shopping in Enniskillen
Back to topSupermarket
Asda 24 hours - beside Erneside mooring
The Ernside Centre
Supermarket
Dunnes Stores
Opposite Fermanagh college, east end of Town
Supermarket 3
Tesco 24 hour opening
What other shops are there??
There is a good range of shops at Eniskillen, including art & craft shops, and galleries within the Buttermarket Craft Centre in Down Street.
Practicalities at Enniskillen
Back to topMooring
There are several loughs close to the town centre which provide ample mooring facilities, adding a cosmopolitan feel to the area. There are also good mooring facilities near the new shopping centre.
Can I get water here?
Yes
Are there any 220v points to plug the boat into?
No
Can I get fuel here?
No
Are there any waste pump facilities here?
Yes
Are there any public waste bins here?
Yes
Are there toilet/shower facilities here?
Yes
Is there a bank?
Bank of Ireland, 7 Town hall Street, & Northern Bank 24 Town hall Street + others
Is there an ATM?
Yes
Is there a post office?
13-15 East Bridge Street
Is there a doctor?
Drumhaw Lisnaskea Health Centre, Queen Elizabeth Road. (028) 6772 2913 Lakeside Medical Practice, Erne Rd, Eniskillen (028) 6632 7192
Is there a dentist?
NJ Mcenhill & Associates, 16 Bellmore St, Enniskillen (028) 6632 3357, Anne Street Dental Practice, 6 Ann Street, Enniskillen (028) 6632 2628
Is there a pharmacy?
Boots 4 Town hall Street, Enniskillen also chemists at Bellmore Street, High Street, and Church Street
Is there a taxi company here?
Star Taxis (028) 6632 3232, Flexi Cabs (028) 6632 4848
Can I get internet access here?
Internet available in the Library
