Arigna Mountains & Mining Experience Arigna Mountains & Mining Experience. This Energy Centre provides visitors with a unique insight into what coal mining life was like in the Arigna Valley, since its beginning in the 1700's until closure in 1990's. During our underground 45 minute tour, visitors will experience what it was like to work in some of the narrowest coal seams in the western world and  the methods used to extract the coal are demonstrated. Nearby wind farms can be seen on the Kilronan Mountains

Boyle Abbey, Boyle Abbey, was the first successful foundation in Connacht of the Cistercian order which had opened its first Irish house at Mellifont, County Louth, in 1142. In the 12th century Malachy of Armagh (later St. Malachy) became aware of two new monastic orders in France, the Cistercians and the Cannons Regular of St. Augustine and he decided to introduce both orders to Ireland.

Castlestrange Scribed Stone   The Castlestrange Scribed Stone located in the grounds of "Castlestrange House" near Athleague in County Roscommon. It is a granite boulder decorated with flowing spirals in the La Tène style, dating from the Iron Age period between 500 BC and 100 AD.Only three other stones of this type have been found in Ireland, of which the Turoe stone in County Galway is the best known. The use of the stones is not known but it is assumed they served some religious or ritual purpose.

Lough Key Forest Park Lough Key Forest Park this beautiful landscape is steeped in a rich history. Take time to explore many of the Park's unique, natural and historical features from its 19th century parkland with majestic trees, follies, bridges and canals to the numerous walks and trails through the native woodlands, Bog garden and forests. A wealth of historical and archaeological points of interest can be found throughout the Park including ringforts, a souterrain, Fishing Pavilion, Fairy Bridge, Wishing Chair, Ice House, Stables and Estate Chapel.

Roscommon Castle The historical town of Roscommon to the north is home to this magnificent ruin of Roscommon Castle. This Norman castle was built by Robert de Ufford, Lord Justice of Ireland, in 1269. But it passed into Irish hands seven years later when it was taken by Hugh O'Conor, King of Connacht. It was restored in 1280.The castle is quadrangular in shape with rounded bastions at the corner, and a double-towered entrance gate, as well as a rectangular gate tower in the west wall.

The Clay Pipe Workshop & Visitor Centre, Knockcroghery, Co Roscommon The Clay Pipe Workshop & Visitor Centre is located in the village Knockcroghery between Athlone and Roscommon. For anyone interested in exploring the history of this 300 year old industry from the 1800's, you will not be disappointed, as you can witness the creation of the Clay Pipe onsite and find out the very history of this craft and maybe take away the finished product with you.

Visitor Attractions in Roscommon and the surrounding area.

While visiting Roscommon take a trip to see the wonderful period houses in Roscommon such as Strokestown Park House and Gardens and Famine Museum, Clonalis House, and King House, the Georgian mansion built in the 1700's in Boyle, County Roscommon. Roscommon has something for all the family such as Lough Key Forest Park, Roscommon and Tullyboy Animal Farm Visitor Centre, a real working farm where people of all ages can get up close and pet the animals, located close to Lough Key. The Clay Pipe Workshop and Visitor Centre in Knockcroghery is keeping the 300 year old Irish tradition of Clay Pipe making alive. For those seeking a more historical experience in County Roscommon, why not visit Roscommon Castle, Roscommon Friary, Boyle Abbey and Donamon Castle just 10 minutes from Roscommon town., The Castlestrange Scribed Stone near Athleague in County Roscommon should also be visited. Find out about Roscommon coal mining which started as far back as the 1700's at the Arigna Mountains & Mining Experience at Arigna, Co Roscommon. Roscommon town is home to the magnificent Sacred Heart Church which has some beautiful work both inside and out. The traditional village of Keadue at the end of the Argina Mountains is home to the O'Carolan International Harp Festival, visit the Keadue Court Tomb which is in excellent condition, near Lough Meelagn. Keadue is an area with many Forts, Ring Forts, Crannogs (man-made islands used for defence) and sites of historical interest.