Bailieborough is a vibrant and busy town in East Cavan. Three restaurants, the lakeside Skeaghvil Chalets and the Bailie Hotel in the centre of the town ensure Bailieborough caters for all visitors. The town boasts a fine public library; the beautifully restored 17th Century Wesleyan Chapel Arts and Cultural Centre; and leisure centre with swimming pool.

An interesting feature of the town is the ‘Stations of the Cross’ by George Collie, RHA in the Roman Catholic Church. There are also a number of 19th century churches, a Masonic hall and a market house which can be visited. Click here for information on a walking tour of Bailieborough

Walkers will enjoy a stroll through Bailieborough Forest with its many historical connections. Exploring the forest you will find the Dungannon Fort and a monument to those who died in the 1748 rebellion at nearby Rebel Hill.  As an area heavily caught up in the agitation of the United Irishmen, there was a serious engagement between the rebels and the British forces at what is now known as 'The Rebel Hill'.
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Bailieborough is dramatically located under the watchful eye of Lough-an–Leagh mountain (1119ft); an area of outstanding natural beauty. On a fine day it is possible to see 14 counties from the summit.

The town lake and several other lakes surrounding Bailieborough provide excellent coarse and pike fishing ensuring the area is very popular with anglers.  Click here for angling information.

PLACES TO STAY
Click here for accommodation in Bailieborough

PLACES TO EAT
Licensed Restaurants
The Beeches, The Squaret: +353 (0)42 9666054
Coill an Coillaigh, The Bailie Hotel, Main St t: +353 (0)42 9665334
Park Garden Chinese Restaurant, Lwr Main St t: +353 (0)42 9666920

THINGS TO DO
Wesleyan Chapel,  Adelaide Row
Arts, cultural and tourism centre in Bailieborough.
t: +353 (0)42 966 6666 e: info@wesleyanchapel.com

Sun 6th July 2008
Bailieborough Agricultural Show
Killinkere Leisure Centre t: 0868468097
Showing classes for horses, ponies, cattle, sheep, and dogs Cookery classes, flower shows, garden produce, photography, art, trade stands and bonny baby. Over €12000 in prizes

WALKING TOUR
Click here for information on a walking tour of Bailieborough


EVENTS

4th -7th / 11th-14th Aug
Summer Camp for Kids
Bailieborough Arts and Cultural Centre. Arts and Crafts 4th-7th August. Dance and Drama 11th - 14th August, 10am- 2pm Daily. Booking essential call +353 (0)42 966 6666

August
Summer Arts Activities
Bailieborough Arts and Cultural Centre will be holding  summer courses for adults, including courses in internet, digital photography, guitar lessons, yoga, indian head massage, reflexology, salsa dancing, Calligraphy and growing organic vegtables. Contact Niamh Symth +353 (0)42 966 6666

Tues 26th Aug
Bat Walk
Led by Tina Aughney at Bailieborough Co. Cavan. As part of Heritage Week, see local press for details.

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