Photo © Thérèse Foy.

Surrounded by lakes and the Rinn River, lovers of outdoor pursuits will find Mohill a haven for coarse angling and watersports such as rowing, canoeing and kayaking. Or trace the rich history of the area at sites like the historic Lough Rynn Castle Estate & Gardens or Cavan and Leitrim Railway.

The town offers visitors welcoming traditional Irish pubs, and casual dining at popular local eateries to award-winning fine cuisine at the Sandstone Restaurant. And those planning to stay a few days or longer have accommodation options ranging from Bord Failte approved bed and breakfasts, self-catering accommodation, camp sites and one of Ireland’s most luxurious castle hotels and wedding venues.

Lone Fisherman on Lough Rynn © Aaron McGuinness

Angling

Mohill is surrounded by a number of important and productive coarse lakes making it an ideal location for the holidaying angler. Lough Rinn, Creenagh Lake, Lough McHugh, Cloonboniagh Lake and Lough Erril have been well developed and are easily accessible. There have been recorded catches of tench up to 6lbs, with bream averaging 3lbs and there…
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Farnaught Lime Kiln

Kilns were once common features of rural landscapes throughout Ireland in the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. But now most have been destroyed or have faded into the landscape, making restorations like the Farnaught Lime Kiln even more significant as a link to our history and foregone communities. The kiln was carefully restored by local…
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John James Bar & Restaurant

Award Winning bar situated in Mohill celebrating over 50 years of proud hospitality serving fresh, locally sourced food. Open from early to evening you’ll enjoy tasty all-day breakfasts and home-cooked roast dinners. They also serve a bar menu with homemade soup, fresh sandwiches, homemade scones and a selection of wraps.
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Lough Rinn Caravan and Camping

Set in beautiful, tranquil countryside, this small, well maintained park is open all year round and has space for 20 pitches. Offering modern camping facilities including a camper’s kitchen, washing and ironing facilities, showers and electricity points. Nearby amenities include horse riding, angling and a children’s playground. You’ll also find a host of friendly pubs…
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Lough Rynn Castle Estate and Gardens

Found on the outskirts of Mohill Town, the stunning historic hotel estate covers three hundred acres with sprawling lawns, ancient trees, mature walled garden and lake shore scenery that is second to none. The magnificent Victorian manor is the the former ancestral home of the legendary Lord Leitrim and his family, the Clements and is…
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Lough Rynn Kayaking Tours

Located on the grounds of the magnificent Lough Rynn Castle Estate, Mohill Co. Leitrim, Lough Rynn Kayaking Tours offer the visitor a unique opportunity to learn about the fascinating history of Lough Rynn Castle Estate, its wildlife and local folklore, while paddling gently along the beautiful shores of Lough Rynn. Daily tours are available by…
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Lough Rynn Rowing Lanes

Lough Rinn is now home to a state of the art rowing facility developed by Leitrim County Council. The centre is a 2000 meter, eight lane facility capable of hosting nation and large scale international events.
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Lough Rynn Self Catering

Located just a three-minute walk from the main Lough Rynn Castle Estate & Gardens reception desk, these newly built self-catering cottages are the perfect way for families and their friends to get away together in the incredible surroundings of Ireland’s most special county. Each luxurious cottage has 3 bedrooms, allowing up to 5 guests to…
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Lone Fisherman on Lough Rynn © Aaron McGuinness

Mohill and Dromod Coarse Angling Centre

Mohill and Dromod are located in Co. Leitrim on the Upper River Shannon system, surrounded by a number of important and productive coarse lakes,  and the Rinn River. An information board in the town of Mohill assists visiting anglers in locating fisheries and displays regulations in French, German and English. The guide linked to below…
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Sandstone Restaurant

A very special fine dining experience, the award winning Sandstone Restaurant at Lough Rynn Castle Estate opens for both lunch and dinner daily. Afternoon tea and a light lunch is also available daily in the Castle’s drawing rooms where guests can enjoy beautiful surroundings and views of the rolling lawns. One of only two restaurants…
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The Cavan and Leitrim Railway

The Cavan and Leitrim Railway in Dromod was one of the most fascinating, and at one time busiest, of Ireland’s narrow-gauge railways. This lovingly restored railway offers you the chance to step back in time and experience the age of steam transport in rural Ireland.
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