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Clonmacnoise route

River Run can offer private cruises to Clonmacnoise. It is an ancient monastic site near Shannonbridge, County Offaly, and a top visitor attraction in Ireland. A walk amongst the peaceful stone ruins of this famous place will conjure images of the saints and scholars of Ireland’s renowned Golden Age of learning.

Founded by St Ciaran in the mid-6th century, it became a great centre of religion and learning, visited by scholars from all over the world. Many historical manuscripts, including the 11th century Annals of Tighernach and the 12th century Book of the Dun Cow, were written here.

Today, the site exists as a preserved ruin under the management of the Office of Public Works and visitors can see three high crosses, a cathedral, seven churches and two round towers. The beautifully preserved.

We offer a 1 way trip from Athlone Castle to Clomacnoise or Pick up from Clonmacnoise and drop back to Athlone castle

Length: 2 Hours

(includes a courier, Tea, coffee and biscuits 2 hour cruise courier and live music)

Glasson Lakehouse route

River Run has a fully licensed bar on board serving a full range of beverages by dedicated and fully trained staff. From the minute you come through the doors you will notice the luxurious carpet and seating on board. Your comfort is of the utmost importance to us and the relaxing ambiance on board will guarantee you just that.

River Run can collect you at Athlone Castle and bring you on an enjoyable trip to the spectacular Glasson Lakehouse or we can collect you from there own man made dock at the hotel to transport you back to Athlone Town .Perfect for team building , groups , hens , stags , wedding after parties and family gatherings.

Length: 90 minutes

including the bar and background music

Wineport Lodge route

Private Cruise to Wineport Lodge is available with River Run , Located on the shores of Lough Ree, Wineport Lodge is your ideal base for a boating trip.

River Run can collect you at Athlone Castle and bring you on a relaxing trip to the Tranquil wineport lodge or we can collect you from the hotel and transport you back to Athlone Town where you can enjoy the sights and amenities it has to offer .Perfect for team building , groups , hens , stags , wedding after parties and family gatherings.

River Run has a fully licensed bar on board serving a full range of beverages by dedicated and fully trained staff. From the minute you come through the doors you will notice the luxurious carpet and seating on board. Your comfort is of the utmost importance to us and the relaxing ambiance on board will guarantee you just that.

Length: 90 minutes

including the bar and background music

Shannon Bridge route

Private Cruise to Shannon bridge from Athlone.

Groups can book privately a trip to Shannonbridge which is located on the shannon, This picturesque town is a hive of tourist activity during the summer and there are many attractions in the area to visit.

Lukers bar and restaurant is one of the most popular spots in Shannonbridge is a charming, captivating spot just steps from the banks of the River Shannon and just minutes from the Historic 6th century site of Clonmacnoise. Lukers Old World bar, untouched since the 1750’s allows for a breath-taking step back through time.

The premises itself contains 3 unique style bars. The main bar and restaurant boasts of panoramic views of the River Shannon, the Bridge and the Napoleonic fortifications. Sit back and enjoy a lovely meal from our restaurant or one of the best pints of Guinness on the Shannon as you take in the view.

Or why not walk back through history in our old world bar? Enjoy a quiet drink around one of three unique fireplaces or study some ancient memorabilia such as receipts and newspaper articles dating back to the 1800’s, the choice is yours! The old bar is one of Ireland’s greatest hidden gems. Its kitchen boasts the only functioning Openhearth Victorian Fireplace in the British Isles. Steeped in history, the old bar operated during the reign of Queen Victoria, the longest reigning female monarch in history.

Length: 3/4 hours depending on locks

including the bar and background music

Hodson Bay route

Private Cruise to Hodson Bay from Athlone.

River Run has a fully licensed bar on board serving a full range of beverages by dedicated and fully trained staff. From the minute you come through the doors you will notice the luxurious carpet and seating on board. Your comfort is of the utmost importance to us and the relaxing ambiance on board will guarantee you just that.

The windows all-round the cruiser is tinted, allowing panoramic views of the Shannon. You get to experience the sights of the Yellow Islands, Hodson Bay , the history of Merrion Cross.

The cabin is fully enclosed and is heated so the unpredictable Irish weather cannot spoil your trip! River run can collect your group or drop them back to Athlone Town from the Hodson Bay Hotel or Bay Sports

Length: 1 Hour

including the bar and background music

Manfred’s Restaurant / Killinure Chalets

Private Cruise to Manfreds Restaurant/Killinure Chalets from Athlone town.

Arrive at Manfreds in style by booking River Run to bring or collect your group from Killnure Chalets.

Beautifully located on the shore of Lough Ree, Killinure Chalets/Manfreds offer outstanding self-catering accommodation and onsite restaurant in peaceful and scenic surroundings. Perfect for team building , groups , hens , stags , wedding after parties and family gatherings.

Length: 1 Hour

including the bar and background music

Take in everything the Shannon River has to offer with a River run cruise

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