Carrick-on-Shannon has become one of the most popular henparty destinations in Ireland. All those women can’t be wrong.
      
Carrick-on-Shannon is on the N4 from Dublin to Sligo, which means good roads ladies. It's accessible from most of the Mainlands and Galway. Its location also makes Carrick-on-Shannon popular. From the North of Ireland it's only 2 hours from Belfast, again making it a popular henparty choice.
      
   

Carrick-on-Shannon is now one of the most popular inland resorts in Ireland. It is situated on the shores of the River Shannon and is attracts a lot of fishermen and river tourists
      
There is a combination of a vibrant town with the beautiful backdrop of the Slieve Annierain Mountains. This makes Carrick-on-Shannon very attractive as a henparty destination as it means it has all the facilities of a busy town, with a stunning background. Lakes nearby, mountains and beautiful walks.

One of the most popular hen activities in Carrick-on-Shannon is a river cruise on the river Shannon
      
Described as a charming town with bustling marinas and pretty streets dotted with quaint pubs and shops. As well as good pubs and clubs!

Take in the annual week long Carrick-on-Shannon Water Festival which takes places in the first week in August - Opera, classical music and Jazz.

If you are looking for a henparty activity Carrick-on-Shannon has them all – horse riding, walks, watersports, golf and spa facilities
      
Accommodation is varied in terms of price and type. Self catering is popular, as well as hotel accommodation. There are also plenty of smaller guest houses and B&B’s to chose from.

Restaurants are also plentiful and in most cases are only too happy to deal with henparties.
      
Nightclubs in Carrick-on-Shannon are hen friendly and there are a couple to chose from.
      
The only bad thing about choosing Carrick-on-Shannon for your henparty is you are guaranteed to meet other hens there. You need to be aware you will not be the only henparty in the town.

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Lakes (41 within 7 miles of the town)
River Shannon 
Dock Arts Centre

River Cruises
Horse Riding
Watersports
Golf
Lakeside Walks
 

Accommodation
Carrick Plaza Suites – www.carrickplazasuites.ie
Leitrim Quay – www.leitrimquay.com
Caldra House – www.caldrahouse.ie
Courtyard Apartments – www.thecourtyardapartments.net
Aisleighguesthouse.com - www.aisleighguesthouse.com

Restaurants
Vittos Restaurant – www.vittosrestaurant.com
Victoria Hall Restaurant – www.victoriahall.ie

Activities
River Run – www.theriverrun.ie
Moon River – www.moonriver.ie

Bar/Night Clubs
Havana Bar - www.havanabar.ie
Murtaghs Bar - www.murtaghsbar.ie