News - Lough Key
Roscommon hits 30C as sun-worshippers flock to beauty spots
Hundreds of people are at the Doon Shore on Lough Key in Boyle this evening.
Jun 25, 2026 19:53
Boyle beaming with Lough Key development approval
Coillte confirmed that Roscommon County Council have granted planning permission for the project.
Jun 18, 2026 13:46
Multi-million euro plan for Lough Key Forest Park gets the green light
Coillte's plan includes upgrades to the visitor centre, new activity hubs, enhanced outdoor attractions and new aqua park facility.
Jun 18, 2026 08:20
Decision on major development at Lough Key due this week
A decision on the large scale development was due in March, however Roscommon County Council sought further information on the project.
Jun 16, 2026 13:05
Boyle braced for economic boost
The Night and Day Festival starts in Lough Key Forest Park today and runs until Sunday.
May 29, 2026 13:14
Plans for large-scale development at Lough Key
The project is supported by national and EU funding streams focused on regional and sustainable development.
Jan 6, 2026 13:13
Visitor numbers continue to climb in Boyle park
Large crowds descended on the popular tourist attraction to events like the Night and Day Festival and the Irish Hot Air Ballooning championships.
Dec 31, 2025 09:14
Hot Air Ballooning Championships bound for Boyle
The 2026 Championships will take place between the 19th and 25th September.
Dec 15, 2025 17:26
Major Boyle development put up for sale
The nine dwellings are described as in need of refurbishment and the site enjoys direct access to the waters of Lough Key.
Nov 14, 2025 17:50
Lough Key Forest Park draws 139,000 visitors in 2024
Overall visits to Coillte's top sites rose by 10% last year, reflecting growing public interest in outdoor recreation.
Oct 30, 2025 14:19
Irish Hot Air Ballooning Championships look set to end
Around 20 balloons have taken to the sky this week, which have included participants from the US, the UK and other countries.
Sep 25, 2025 17:30
Boyle beaming as balloons take flight
Hundreds of people watched around 20 balloons took to the sky at 7 o'clock.
Sep 22, 2025 12:52
Tenders opened for €15m development contract at Lough Key Forest Park
The organisation has advertised tenders for the project which is aimed at increasing capacity at the park, offering more activities on site and expanding available accommodation.
Aug 30, 2024 12:55
AsIAm Forest Ramble to take place in County Roscommon today
The Irish autism charity in association with Coillte have chosen Lough Key Forest Park as this year's venue.
Jun 23, 2024 09:33Shannonside Newsletter
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