Fermanagh Lakelands.

[kerny]

Not set in stone yet but we are seriously looking at taking the rib here for our summer holiday.

We are looking at camping but might look at chalets, has anyone on here spent time on the Lakelands and any recommendations thanks ?

http://www.fermanaghlakelands.com/Cruising.T709.aspx

[Pottsy]

Yes. I have a brother who rents a house on the shore of the upper lough. Private access to a modern pontoon jetty. public slip only half a mile away. No fees.
It's called badger lodge and it's tourist board passed. Will paste a link shortly but Google it.
Very nice spot and a good base to explore lough north or south. IMO upper lough is best.

[Pottsy]

Here's the link.

http://www.badgerlodge.com/

[Pikey Dave]

Is there a speed limit on the lakes? Is it possible to get to the sea from the lakes, via lock, canal etc? Any restrictions on boats/engines/HP/CEVNI? Is it like the inland waterways in England, do you need permits etc? Better find out before you book Steve

[Pottsy]

Hi
Quick answer.
Speed limits apply to usual places in around marinas and some narrow/river sections to stop erosion of banks. But generally you are good to fly in the open expansive areas.
You can access sea by going south using Erne/Shannon waterway system of locks. But I think it's not really an option if you base yourself on lough erne and want to explore the area. Better off towing boat to coast for a day or two.
Boats over 10hp need to be registered but it's free. Not sure if it's required for tourists but check on "waterways Ireland" website. The waterway system is expansive stretching from Belleek in North to limerick in South.

[Pottsy]

Forgot to say. Access to fuel can be a problem if you are petrol, no pumps on shoreline. Diesel pumps ok. If you are based somewhere then you can trailer boat to petrol station.

[willk]

Kerny will probably be able to stretch a tankfull out for the duration. Rumour is he is fitting a steam boiler to the Ozpig and going woodfired.

[SPR]

Originally Posted by willk

Kerny will probably be able to stretch a tankfull out for the duration. Rumour is he is fitting a steam boiler to the Ozpig and going woodfired.

you heard that too !

[willk]

Originally Posted by SPR

you heard that too !

No smoke without fire

[willk]

Originally Posted by willk

No smoke without fire

Energy Through Exotic Chiminea

[kerny]

Originally Posted by Pottsy

Here's the link.

Badger Lodge - Self Catering in Lisnaskea, Co. Fermanagh

Thanks for the link Pottsy, I'm looking at camping, but also might take lodges or chalets into consideration, I am digesting as much info as I can

[kerny]

Originally Posted by Pikey Dave

Is there a speed limit on the lakes? Is it possible to get to the sea from the lakes, via lock, canal etc? Any restrictions on boats/engines/HP/CEVNI? Is it like the inland waterways in England, do you need permits etc? Better find out before you book Steve

Good point P.D. would be nice also to get out to the open sea

Originally Posted by willk

Kerny will probably be able to stretch a tankfull out for the duration. Rumour is he is fitting a steam boiler to the Ozpig and going woodfired.

It never entered my mind but now you have mentioned it......

Originally Posted by willk

Energy Through Exotic Chiminea

Gud'n

[Pottsy]

Your nearest access to open sea is at Ballyshannon by car. Lough erne flows to North and exits at Ballyshannon but no you can't go by boat.

Camping in or close to lough is available. Try Share Centre I think they can arrange an overnight on an island. I done it before. There was a link on badger site.

[kerny]

Originally Posted by Pottsy

Your nearest access to open sea is at Ballyshannon by car. Lough erne flows to North and exits at Ballyshannon but no you can't go by boat.

Camping in or close to lough is available. Try Share Centre I think they can arrange an overnight on an island. I done it before. There was a link on badger site.

Thanks again Pottsy

[willk]

Drop T 15 a PM, he boats around those waters?

[kerny]

Originally Posted by willk

Drop T 15 a PM, he boats around those waters?

Thanks willk will do.

[kerny]

This looks a really interesting place for boating I have had plenty emails with advice and links from T 15 (thanks mate) so I am now looking into ferry prices and times from Liverpool for July/August. This could well be a good contender for the Kerny summer holidays and Pottsy and willk thanks for your input on this thread.

[lc0021]

I've stayed here - and it's very nice... has its own jetties, etc. Not sure about camping tho'

http://www.lustybegisland.com/

[Pottsy]

Had my stag night there 20 years ago. Good spot.