Lough Gur Environmental Management Study February 2009

Driveway from Lake View Farm Informal access to north shore and Knockfennell
The Carraig Aille Forts and stone circles are in reasonable proximity to the main car park, but there
are no footpath routes connecting them to the other facilities of the lake.
There is an informal footpath from the driveway by the visitor centre around the northern shore of
the lake, at the foot of Knockfennell and extending to the driveway of Loughgur House. Public access
to date has been possible through informal agreement with three different landowners.
8.4 Festivals and Events
The Honey Fitz Theatre, located beside Patrickswell Church, tends to be the focus for community
events and activities. The theatre was originally Lough Gur National School and was used for that
purpose from 1854 to 1966. It seats 110 people which creates an intimate atmosphere for any
dramatic group whether local or travelling. The Lough Gur (Honey Fitz) Dramatic Society, originally
established in the 1960s, is now once again very active.
The wide variety of festival and events held throughout the year and mostly organised by the local
community, include:
• A Lough Gur Story Telling Festival, held annually during the October bank holiday weekend at the
Honey Fitz Theatre and the Visitor Centre. Activities include story telling, traditional music, song
and dance and drama.
• A ‘Rambling House’ event that takes place monthly at the Honey Fitz Theatre, with music, dance
and singing. The event caters for everyone, providing traditional Irish apple pies, brown bread,
scones and tea. Set dancing takes place every Monday night.
• The Lough Gur Summer Solstice Festival (20-21st June) offering a wide range of family activities
taking place throughout the day.
• Lough Gur archaeology tours and bird watching.
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