Glangevlin

The small hamlet of Glangevlin lies in a beautiful, almost alpine landscape. With stunning views set in the rural countryside, the visitor is guaranteed a breathtaking panoramic glimpse of West Cavan as well as the Drumlin belts of East Cavan.

A large stone known as 'Maguire's chair' is deposited on the right hand side of the road, roughly 4 miles from Glangevlin, so-called because it was supposedly the inauguration site of the Maguire clan in medieval times. The view from here is magnificent; Brackley and Templeport lakes lie far below, while the Slieve Russell plateau is on the left. On a clear day, it is possible to pick out the spire of the cathedral in Cavan townl.

Three miles north-west of Glangevlin is the Shannon Pot, the source of Ireland's longest river.

Glangevlin has a strong traditional Irish background and Irish was spoken up until the 1920s, one of the last places in Cavan where this was commonplace. Glangevlin can be particularly recommended to those interested in hill walking and mountain climbing, or for those merely wishing for a pleasant drive packed with spectacular views.

PLACES TO EAT NEAR GLANGEVLIN
McNean's Bistro, Blacklion t: +353 (0)71 9853022
Multi - award winning restaurant managed by celebrity chef Neven Maguire

Olive Grove, Blacklion  t: +353 (0)71 9853433

THINGS TO DO NEAR GLANGEVLIN
Archaeology Field Trips, Burren Forest, Blacklion  t: +353 (0)71 9853299
Guided tour of the relict landscape of Burren. Megalithic tombs, hut sites and ancient field walls. Tours by appointment.

Marble Arch Caves European Geopark, Florencecourt, Co Fermanagh
t: +44 (0)28 6634 8855 www.marblearchcaves.net

Florence Court House, Florencecourt, Co Fermanagh t: +44 (0)28 6634 8249
A National Trust property, Florencecourt is one of Ulsters most important 18th century houses and estates.

The Museum of the Master Saddler, Corlough, Co Cavan (12 miles)
t: +353 (0)49 9523956 or +353 (0)86 3946467 e: museum@robsteinke.com
This museum is unique being the only museum in the world dedicated exclusively to the ancient craft of the Saddler and Harness Maker. The museum documents the various demands placed upon the saddler from farming, sports, military and transport. The museum exhibits include: 1920's side saddle, shire harness, over 60 leather samples, harness decoration and buckles, driving collars, coaching coats, whips, saddle trees, muzzles, lamps and poultice boots. The museum also houses several driving carriages and horse drawn farm implements.

WALKING & CYCLING
The Cavan Way
Click here for detailed description of route
Click here for map and contact details (PDF)

The Leitrim Way
Click here for map and contact details (PDF)

Cuilcagh Mountain Walks
Click here for Gortnalughany walk (PDF)
Click here for Killykeegan walk (PDF)
Click here for Shannon Pot Walk (PDF)
Click here for Tullyhona walk (PDF)

WIildflower Mountain Biking, Ballyconnell  t: +353 (0)49 9523923 or (0)87 6143527   
'Wildflower' offer cycling and walking holidays for everybody, from families and beginners to more serious enthusiasts. Offering packaged  and independant holidays, Wildflower can organise routes, places to stay, guided tours, airport and luggage transfers, cycle hire and maps. e: gubrawully10@hotmail.com

EVENTS

2nd/3rd - 16th/17th - 30th/31st Aug
Geopark Safari
Join geopark staff on a Land Rover tour of Cuilcagh Mountain Park and discover the geology and landscape that makes it special. Contact Chris Reid on +44 (0)28 6634 8855 to reserve a place.

Sun 24th Aug
'Stone Working from the Neolithic to 20th century'
A guided walk of Moneygashell Cashel, Megalithic Tombs, Field Walls and 19/20th century farmsteads led by Jim Nolan. As part of Heritage Week, see local press for details.

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