Killinure: Country House History and Inland Waterways

Killinure combines the architecture of Killinure House with the inland waterways around Killinure Point. This offers two distinct travel interests: country house history and boat hire.

Killinure House: Country House Architecture and History

Killinure House is a detached, two-storey country house built around 1790. The building is arranged in seven bays, with a projecting Doric entrance porch and full-height, three-bay bow windows at both ends of the south façade. The porch defines the entrance, while the bow windows mark the two ends of the façade.

Despite oversized additions that largely obscure the original structure, Killinure House is a significant part of Westmeath’s architectural heritage. The contrast between the original structure and the additions is therefore part of the house’s architectural character.

In June 1921, Lambert and his wife were regular visitors to Killinure House in Glasson. This visit adds a specific historical connection from the 20th century to the building’s history.

Killinure Point and the Inland Waterways

Killinure Point lies at the confluence of the inland waters of Killinure Lough, Coosan Lough and Ballykeeran Lough. Nearby, Killinure Lough is connected to Lough Ree by a narrow strait between Killinure Point and Coosan Point. The connection to Lough Ree therefore runs through this strait.

Quigleys Marina operates a cabin cruiser hire base in partnership with Locaboat Holidays and has a total of 14 rental boats at its Killinure Point location. If you are planning to hire a boat, check availability before your trip. The marina can accommodate boats up to 45 feet long; all berths have water and electricity connections. The length applies to the boats it can accommodate, while the connections are available at every berth.

More Routes and Culture in County Westmeath

The wider County Westmeath has more than 100 kilometres of walking and cycling trails. One specific route is the Old Rail Trail: it is 40 kilometres long, runs from Athlone to Mullingar and follows a converted section of the Midlands Great Western Railway. The Royal Canal also offers its own waterway in County Westmeath. It is fully navigable there and runs past Mullingar on its way to the River Shannon. If you are planning a trip on the canal, check the current navigation status beforehand.

The Hill of Uisneach in County Westmeath was the centre, or “omphalos”, where the five kingdoms met. Guided walking tours on the hill cover myths and legends, the High Kings, an intact ringfort and historic monuments. Check the current tour arrangements for your preferred date.

In Fore, County Westmeath, Fore Abbey is the site where St Feichin founded a Christian monastery in the seventh century AD. St Feichin’s Way is a circular route around the abbey. Check current trail conditions before setting out.

When looking for a holiday rental, you can focus on your planned trip: Killinure House and Killinure Point represent the local themes of architecture and water, while the wider County Westmeath adds its own routes and cultural sites. First decide whether your trip will focus more on the local area or the wider region.

Discover More Destinations

Discover more destinations: Mullingar, Glasson, Moate, Castletown Geoghegan, Athlone, Crookedwood, Kinnegad, Multyfarnham

For the wider travel overview: County Westmeath.