Fermanagh Lakelands, Northern Ireland
Northern
Ireland’s answer to the Lake District is blissfully unhurried, although
the G8 summit being held here this June may bring it fame. Fermanagh
is about one-fifth water, and most of that belongs to fickle Lough Erne
– a lake in two parts. Upper Lough Erne is a watery maze of more than
150 islands, often difficult to recognise as a lake between its reedy
bays and meandering backwaters. Lower Lough Erne however is a more
traditional open body of water.
Many of its islands have a sacred legacy – on Devenish Island there are the remains of an Augustinian monastery, including a superb 12th-century round tower, and on White Island, six enigmatic Celtic stone figures greet visitors. The stately homes of Castle Coole and Florence Court are later additions to the area’s historic mix. Fermanagh’s waterways are choice spots for trout- and salmon-fishing, or for exploring by motorboat and canoe. Be sure to take in the view from the top of the Cliffs of Magho – a limestone escarpment running along the south of Lower Lough Erne. (Gareth Mccormack/Getty).
Many of its islands have a sacred legacy – on Devenish Island there are the remains of an Augustinian monastery, including a superb 12th-century round tower, and on White Island, six enigmatic Celtic stone figures greet visitors. The stately homes of Castle Coole and Florence Court are later additions to the area’s historic mix. Fermanagh’s waterways are choice spots for trout- and salmon-fishing, or for exploring by motorboat and canoe. Be sure to take in the view from the top of the Cliffs of Magho – a limestone escarpment running along the south of Lower Lough Erne. (Gareth Mccormack/Getty).
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