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.

Ballyjamesduff hosts the Rainbow Culture Festival in June every year comprising street entertainment, samba bands and children's sporting competitions.

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 4330055

THINGS TO DO IN BALLYJAMESDUFF
Cavan County Museum
Virginia Road t: +353 (0)8544070
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THINGS TO DO NEAR BALLYJAMESDUFF
Lough Crew Cairns, Oldcastle, Co Meath
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.
t: +353 (0) 46 924 7840

Events/ Festivals

 Sept 6th - 20th  '08
Lakeland Quilt Exhibitions Opening Night
Cavan County Museum, Ballyjamesduff
Savina Donoghue t:049 8544070 e: ccmuseum@eircom.net
Workshops designed to provide education and techniques in the craft of patchwork and quilting. Workshops include traditional quilt-making, contemporary skills, machine work, handwork in appliqué and quilt design. Contact the museum for a detailed brochure and to book. The teachers are drawn from internationally known quilters and writers

 Fri 7th Dec
Trad Music Christmas  Event at Crowe’s Corner Ballyjamesduff
Time: 10.30pm
A night  of traditional music and craic is to be had  in Crowe’s Corner Lounge Ballyjamesduff