Discover the real Ireland

Captain your own cruiser on the Shannon starting off from a marina at Williamstown Harbour on beautiful Lough Derg, Ireland's 'Pleasure Lake', and enjoy the fun, relaxation and variety this holiday has to offer. Discover the beauty of the Shannon - 'The Land of Time Enough' - and explore the many harbours dotted along its shores. Sample the fine food and drink in the pubs and restaurants along the riverside and enjoy one of the most relaxing holidays you may ever have. You can play a round of golf at one of many courses close to the river or try your hand at fishing for your supper. Visit spectacular sites on the shore such as the ancient monastic settlement of Clonmacnoise, or castles such as Portumna Castle, Cloghan Castle or Athlone Castle to mention a few.

Latelink uses Shannon Castle Line, who are a family operated leading cruiser hire company with a fleet of modern, luxury 2 - 8 berth cruisers. Each cruiser in our fleet is fitted out to the highest possible standards and fitted with all necessary essentials, safety equipment, radio/tape deck, bedding, full cooking facilities, toilets, showers and central heating. Expert 'one to one' tuition on navigation and handling ensures you begin with confidence a memorable holiday on the Shannon with Shannon Castle Line.

Tuition: You do not have to be an experienced boat handler or have a license to cruise on the Shannon. Our experienced instructors will ensure you know everything you need to about navigation and handling, and with their expert 'one to one' tuition, you can be sure of starting your cruise with confidence! Charts: User-friendly navigation charts are provided on board, together with our Captain's Handbook and information on local amenities.

Fishing: A fine selection of Pike,Trout, Salmon, Bream,Roach, Rudd, Tench, Perch and Eels can be found throughout the Shannon system. A license is required only for Salmon, however in the North of Ireland section of the Erne system, license is required for both Salmon and Trout. Rods and bait available to buy at our marina. A dinghy is supplied with every cruiser. Outboard motors for dinghy are available to order in advance

Moorings: Moorings are free along the Shannon and Erne waterways. You can moor up at any public harbour or jetty and at other Cruiser Hire marinas on week days.

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