News - Lough Key Forest Park
Hot Air Ballooning Championships lift off tomorrow in Boyle
It's expected to draw large crowds to the north Roscommon area - as it's the first time it's been held there in over 30 years.
Sep 19, 2025 13:21
Night & Day Festival concludes today at Lough Key Forest Park
After two days of live performances and family-friendly activities, the final day features even more shows across multiple stages.
Jun 29, 2025 12:44
Night and Day Festival continues at Lough Key Forest Park
The popular music event kicked off yesterday and finishes tomorrow night.
Jun 28, 2025 09:29
Public consultation on new Lough Key greenway taking place today
The state is looking to choose potential routes for the cycleway and walkway.
Jun 24, 2025 10:45
Tourist attractions across the region set for boost with warm weather
Temperatures are expected to reach as high as 27 or 28 degrees in places over the next few days.
Jun 18, 2025 12:50
Roscommon County Council launches new outdoor recreation campaign
Many big events are taking place in the county this year including the Night and Day Festival and Irish Hot Air Ballooning Championships which will both be held in Lough Key Forest Park.
Apr 27, 2025 12:57
Call for new hotel in Boyle as town marks decade without one
There has been no hotel in Boyle for over 10 years since the Royal Hotel closed down.
Apr 19, 2025 12:50
Roscommon Councillor calls for phone line fix after Storm Éowyn
Cllr Leah Cull says there are ongoing issues in the north Roscommon area three months on.
Apr 5, 2025 13:16
Thousands join 'Same Chance - Walk for Autism' across Ireland today
Over a thousand people are due to attend the AsIAm Same Chance - Walk for Autism in Dublin alone.
Apr 5, 2025 08:07
Over €4 million allocated for Shannonside greenway projects
The Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien made the announcement today which will see €67 million spent nationally this year.
Mar 5, 2025 17:50
Visitor numbers at Lough Key Forest Park soared in 2024
The popular local tourist attraction drew in almost 46,000 visitors in 2023 with only the Shed Distillery Visitor Experience in Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim having registering visitors across the region.
Dec 30, 2024 12:19
The Shed Distillery & Visitor Experience welcomed 30,000 guests in 2024
It's one of the leading tourist attractions in the region, according to Fáilte Ireland figures.
Dec 29, 2024 14:46
LISTEN: International ballooning event "an absolute dream" for Boyle
Experts from the US and throughout Europe will take part in the event in Lough Key Forest Park next September.
Nov 1, 2024 17:53
Pleasant weather to continue across Shannonside region today
Lough Key Forest Park in Boyle and Rossmore Forest Park in Monaghan town are likely to be busy.
Sep 7, 2024 09:20Shannonside Newsletter
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