Information About Boyle, Ireland
Previous stop: Athlone
Next stop: Leitrim Village
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Things to do in Boyle
Back to topWhy do we recommend stopping here?
Boyle has a pleasant position at the base of the Curlew Hills and the north bank of the river Boyle. The town offers a golf course (9 hole), tennis, and river and lake fishing.
What is there to see?
King House is a magnificently restored Georgian Mansion built around 1730 by Sir Henry King whose family were one of the most powerful and wealthy in Ireland.
What can I visit?
Sadly only small parts of the cloister of Boyle Abbey survive, because it was turned into a barracks by the Elizabethans in 1592, and the Cromwellians who besieged it in 1645. Despite this, the ruins are impressive, dominated by a squat square tower that was added above the crossing sometime in the thirteenth century.
Is this place famous for anything?
Boyle Arts Festival 25th July to 1st August 2008
Is there a market day?
King House, Main Street, Boyle Saturday, 10am - 2pm The Farmers Market is managed by Una Bhan Tourism and is located in the beautiful enclosed Courtyard grounds of King House. It is part of the 'Origin' Cross Border project.
Eating and Drinking in Boyle
Back to topBest places to drink an aperitif?
Local musicians come together to play traditional music on Thursday nights at Lavin's pub
Budget restaurant
Riverside Restaurant 07196 62016
Shopping in Boyle
Back to topSupermarket
Supervalu at top of town - Elphin Street, Boyle - will deliver to boat
Supermarket
Kelly's Londis, The Crescent, Boyle
Practicalities at Boyle
Back to topMooring
New public harbour approximately 1km from the village, offering shower and toilet facilities.
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 toilet/shower facilities here?
Yes
Is there a bank?
Many Banks in Main street and Church Street
Is there an ATM?
Yes
Is there a doctor?
Brogan, Dr. Marian, Mockmoyne House 071 966 2339
Is there a dentist?
Barrett, Boland and Ryan, Elphin St, Boyle 079675387
Is there a taxi company here?
Kevin Maye - Leacarrow, Croghan, Boyle, Co Roscommon +353 (0)86 6084445 kmay@eircom.net
