Carrick Base
Carrick on Shannon, a lively town with a population of around 2,500. It is the largest cruising centre in Ireland. Historically, it has been one of the main crossing points on the beautiful Shannon River.
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At the Base
Base Opening Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 09:00 to 17:00
Tuesday and Thursday: 10:00 to 16:00
Sunday: Closed
Late Arrivals
If you are going to be arriving at the base late, you will need to inform the base directly or the general sales office where you booked.
When you arrive at the base there will be a note on the reception door informing you where your boat is. The boat will be left open for you to stay on board that night, but cruising will not be permitted. The base staff will do the full briefing the following morning.
When To Arrive
Your boat will be ready to depart for 15:00 - 17:00. We recommend that you arrive 60 minutes earlier for check-in and instructions.
If you have booked an Early Check-in Service, please arrive at the base from 11:00.
Upon Arrival
Our base staff look forward to welcoming you to their cruising region and aim to make your arrival and holiday as smooth and enjoyable as possible.
When you arrive our base staff will:
- Give you a welcome booklet which contains important safety advice and contact numbers.
- Ask you to sign documentation to show that certain information has been read and unserstood.
- Take a Damage Deposit and Engine Hours Deposit.
- Let you know what time to expect your pre-departure briefing.
Hotels & Restaurants
Hotels
The Landmark Hotel - Tel: +353 (0) 719 622 222
The Bush Hotel - Tel: +353 (0) 671 000
Hollywell Country House - Tel: +353 (0) 719 621 124
Restaurants
Chungs – Tel: +353 (0) 719 621 888
The Oarsman Bar – Tel: +353 (0) 719 621 733
The Bushhotel – Tel: +353 (0) 719 620 014
Kens – Boyle Road – Tel: +353 (0) 719 621 500
Shamrat (Indian) – Tel: +353 (0) 719 650 934
Cyrans Riverside Inn – Tel: +353 (0) 719 620 409
Viktoria Hall – Tel: +353 (0) 719 620 320
Misc
Shops
Gift and souvenir shops
The Sweater Store - Tel: +353 (0) 719 621 801
Mulvey’s Gift Shop - Tel: +353 (0) 719 620 134
Keaney’s Gift Shop - Tel: +353 (0) 719 620 084
Supermarkets
Tesco Superstore
SuperValu Glancy's
Market Days
Every Thursday
Tourist Info
http://leitrimtourism.com/
Fishing
No Licence is required on the Shannon. License only required for fishing on rivers that flow into the Shannon. You can get it along the way.
Bring your own fishing equipment as it is not available to hire at the base. It is possible to buy equipment from the following shops: Tooman Angling and Leisure Ltd, Bridge Street: Tel. +353 (0) 719 621 872 which is situated 15 meters from the Shannon, it also provides outdoor clothing and bait etc.
Parking
Secure parking available on site (fees apply)
Unsecured parking available close by
Transport Information
By Road
Be prepared
It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with local road rules and abide by them. Most European countries have a list of compulsory equipment that you must take with you. For driving advice and a list of the equipment you'll need, please visit www.theaa.com
By Air
Closest airports:
Dublin - 99 miles / 158km
Knock - 47 miles / 74km
Belfast - 119 miles / 190km
By Train
Closest train stations:
Carrick on Shannon - 1.5 miles / 2.5km