Ballyjamesduff

Ballyjamesduff is immortalised in the famous Percy French song, 'Come back Paddy Reilly to Ballyjamesduff'. It is also home to the award-winning Cavan County Museum, which showcases the entire spectrum of Cavan's diverse culture, heritage and history. The collection comprises archaeological finds from the Stone Age to the Middle ages including the three-faced pre-Christian Corleck Head and a 1,000 year old dug-out boat. There is also a fine display of 18th - 20th Century costume, galleries on folk life, the GAA and Camogie Association.

The museum is housed in a beautiful 19th Century building with spacious grounds, gardens and nearby children’s playground. A craft and coffee shop are also available. The museum frequently hosts art and photography exhibitions, book readings and the famous Lakeland Quilt Fair.

Fishing in and around Ballyjamesduff is excellent and the twin lakes of nearby Nadrageel and Lackan provide good coarse fishing. Boats are available for hire locally.

PLACES TO EAT IN BALLYJAMESDUFF
Reasons Bar & Restaurant, Granard St t: +353 (0)49 8544800

PLACES TO EAT NEAR  BALLYJAMESDUFF
Nagilla Bistro, The Bent Elbow, Knocknagilla (on N3 Cavan - Dublin Rd)
t: +353 (0)49 433 0055

THINGS TO DO IN BALLYJAMESDUFF
Cavan County Museum, Virginia Road t: +353 (0)854 4070 Click here for more info

THINGS TO DO NEAR BALLYJAMESDUFF
Lough Crew Cairns, Oldcastle, Co Meath t: +353 (0) 46 924 7840
On top of the highest hills in Co Meath are some of its oldest monuments, the 5000 year
old passage tombs of Loughcrew. Visitors to the monuments are rewarded not only by the ancient sites but also by some of the most stunning views in Ireland. Located east of Oldcastle off the R163. Open all year, free guided tours June to Aug.

Events/ Festivals 2009
as part of the NYAH Traditional Arts Festival 2009
Sunday 15th March 2009
• “Away With The Fairies” Seanchaí, with Sancho Gallilei
Cavan County Museum, Virginia Road, Ballyjamesduff t: +353 (0)854 4070 
 This special  show for children is a dramatic exploration of superstitions, myths and beliefs in the oral tradition, performed by Sancho Gallilei; admission free, sponsored by Co Cavan Arts Office and Drifters/Wrangler Shoes. Time: 3pm - 4pm Adm: Free

Sun 15th March 09
Traditional Music Session, Crowes Corner Pub, Ballyjamesduff t: 049 4361 409
Time: 2pm-3.30pm  Adm: Free

Sun 15th March 09
Sean-Nós Dancing Exhibition & Competition, Crowes Corner Pub, Ballyjamesduff
t: 049 4361 409 09
€100 prize for junior and senior age group winners. Entries taken on the day, with music from Mattie Joe Shéamuis Ó Fatharta (flute), Johnny Connolly (melodeon), and Louise Devitt and Caitríona Horan (flutes).  Time: 4pm-6pm

Lakeland Quilt Exhibition 2009
Sept 2009. Final dates TBA
Cavan County Museum, Ballyjamesduff t:049 854 4070 e: ccmuseum@eircom.net
Workshops designed to provide education and techniques in the craft of patchwork and quilting. An exhibition of traditional quilts of amazing colours and sizes showcasing contemporary skills, machine work, handwork in appliqué and quilt design.