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Inis Cealtra (Holy Island) on Lough Derg on the river Shannon is one of the most famous monastic sites in Ireland. Its many attractions include a well-preserved Round Tower, the ruins of six churches, a Holy Well, a unique graveyard with slabs dating from the eight century and a cell like structure, which is one of the most extraordinary buildings in Ireland. Gerard Madden, local historian offers boat trips and guided tours of the Holy Island from the Mountshannon Pier. Tours take place daily, weather permitting, from April to the end of September. No pre-booking necessary.
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Individual and Group Guaided ToursGerard Madden, local historian and author of the histories of Holy Island, Scariff, Mountshannon and Tuamgraney, offers boat trips and guided tours of the Holy Island from the Mountshannon Pier. Tours take place daily, weather permitting, from April to the end of September. No pre-booking necessery.
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Rent a BoatLough Derg is the largest lake on the longest river in Ireland, and with its wooded isles, rocky bays and tree-lined shores is an enchanting place. The lake derives its name from an ancient Irish legend. It is about thirty miles long. We offer rowing boats, fishing boats with outboard engine and pedal boats.
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Buy a BookGerard Madden is a native of Whitegate, County Clare, and is the author of a number of books dealing with local history and the ancestry of Irish families, including the Maddens of County Galway. You can purchase books about the local history straight from this website.
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INIS CEALTRA BOAT TRIPS SERVICES
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For any queries connected with the trips, local history, books or a genealogical research feel free to contact me by phone +353 86 8749 710 or by the contact form below.
