Carrick-on-Shannon

Carrick-on-Shannon is a town stretching along both banks of the River Shannon, with its main section in County Leitrim and its railway station across the border in County Roscommon. It sits at a strategic river crossing that has long served as a hub for boat rentals and access to the Shannon-Erne Waterway.

The settlement was granted a royal charter in 1607 and grew into a market town with annual fairs that boosted trade and commerce. This royal recognition established its position as a regional center of economic importance for generations to come.

The Dock Arts Centre occupies a former courthouse and hosts theater performances, art exhibitions, and the Water Music Festival throughout the year. Visitors can experience the local creative scene and the regular cultural events that shape community life here.

The town serves as a starting point for exploring the Shannon-Erne Waterway with boat rental services and docking points throughout the area. Visitors can access the river from several locations and navigation here is generally straightforward for those new to waterway travel.

St. Mary's Catholic Church, completed in 1879, features Neo-Gothic architecture that stands out with ornate details among the simpler buildings around it. The structure reflects the church building trends of that era and serves as a notable landmark for Kiltoghert parish.

Location: County Leitrim

Elevation above the sea: 45 m

Website: http://carrickonshannon.ie

GPS coordinates: 53.94690,-8.09000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:02