Glaslough Village Heritage App
Download the Glaslough Village Heritage Trail App for free, an official visitor guide developed by Monaghan County Council in Ireland’s Ancient East.
This app offers a free self-guided visitor experience, starting in the heart of Glaslough village at The Diamond, following a two kilometre trail around ten fascinating points of interest before ending the tour at Saint Salvator’s church in Castle Leslie Estate.
This app offers a free self-guided visitor experience, starting in the heart of Glaslough village at The Diamond, following a two kilometre trail around ten fascinating points of interest before ending the tour at Saint Salvator’s church in Castle Leslie Estate.
Drumlin Trails bike hire
Book a bike with us and we’ll share the best local knowledge so you can take the most scenic route and have the most rewarding biking experience possible.
Drumlin Trails Bike hire is located at Knockaphubble (literally from the Gaelic translation of Cnoc an Phobail meaning “hill of the congregation”). This is a drumlin townland set in the midst of numerous others. Situated in the historic heart of the barony of Truagh where in former days the McKenna chiefs ruled the land prior to the plantation. This landscape has a lot of hidden heritage and some untold history. Each cycle trail we offer you has a snippet of useful and some bizarre information to offer. There is a trail here to suit all ages and degrees of physical fitness. To hire a bike please visit www.drumlintrails.com/
Drumlin Trails Bike hire is located at Knockaphubble (literally from the Gaelic translation of Cnoc an Phobail meaning “hill of the congregation”). This is a drumlin townland set in the midst of numerous others. Situated in the historic heart of the barony of Truagh where in former days the McKenna chiefs ruled the land prior to the plantation. This landscape has a lot of hidden heritage and some untold history. Each cycle trail we offer you has a snippet of useful and some bizarre information to offer. There is a trail here to suit all ages and degrees of physical fitness. To hire a bike please visit www.drumlintrails.com/
Busy bees pottery
Busy Bees pottery is located on main street Glaslough and Brenda runs classes and events for all age groups. To book an event or classes please vsit www.busybeeceramics.ie/
Mallons art studio
The Mallon Gallery displays the work of Joan and Joe Mallon. Joan is a renowned artist and illustrator specializing in surrealist imagery with “tongue ‘n cheek”observations of village life.
Joe is a well known ceramic artist. His studio displays an interesting collection of dogs, birds, vases, dishes and lamps, and accepts commissions.
Workshops also available.
Contact Joe & Joan Mallon T: +353 (0)47 88363
Joe M: +353 (0)87 6230317
Joe is a well known ceramic artist. His studio displays an interesting collection of dogs, birds, vases, dishes and lamps, and accepts commissions.
Workshops also available.
Contact Joe & Joan Mallon T: +353 (0)47 88363
Joe M: +353 (0)87 6230317
Glaslough Alpacas
Meet and greet our Alpacas. Situated just outside the village of Glaslough.
You will learn more about our Alpacas where your experience will include a walk on our farm among the Alpacas. You will get to feed the Alpacas and be up close to them. Light refreshments tea/coffee and juice will be available. Also there is colouring in for the children. You will get to see and feel their fleece and products made from it. You will be enchanted by the gentle calming and rejuvenating nature of the Alpacas. Breathe in the refreshing air as you enjoy the beautiful surrounding views.
Lots of photo opportunities and a very warm welcome guaranteed.
Open Saturdays and Sundays, weekdays and evenings can be arranged by prior agreement. www.glasloughalpacas.com/
You will learn more about our Alpacas where your experience will include a walk on our farm among the Alpacas. You will get to feed the Alpacas and be up close to them. Light refreshments tea/coffee and juice will be available. Also there is colouring in for the children. You will get to see and feel their fleece and products made from it. You will be enchanted by the gentle calming and rejuvenating nature of the Alpacas. Breathe in the refreshing air as you enjoy the beautiful surrounding views.
Lots of photo opportunities and a very warm welcome guaranteed.
Open Saturdays and Sundays, weekdays and evenings can be arranged by prior agreement. www.glasloughalpacas.com/
Cloncaw Equestrian Centre
Cloncaw Equestrian Centre offer a wide variety of equestrian activities for horse lovers of all ages. Our services and facilities include indoor and outdoor arenas, riding lessons, hacking, and a cross country course can be hired for schooling or competitions. Cloncaw Equestrian Centre is AIRE and BHS approved.
Contact Geraldine Bellew T: +353 (0)47 88882
www.cloncaw.com
Contact Geraldine Bellew T: +353 (0)47 88882
www.cloncaw.com
Food & Drink
Coach House and Olde Bar
This impressive stone building situated in the heart of the village, The Coachhouse & Olde Bar retains many of its original features and was the first singing lounge in Co Monaghan. Visit us for live music every Saturday night and traditional music every second Friday night.
Contact Ron & Diane T: +353 (0)47 88106
www.facebook.com/CoachHouseOldeBar
This impressive stone building situated in the heart of the village, The Coachhouse & Olde Bar retains many of its original features and was the first singing lounge in Co Monaghan. Visit us for live music every Saturday night and traditional music every second Friday night.
Contact Ron & Diane T: +353 (0)47 88106
www.facebook.com/CoachHouseOldeBar
Glaslough chocolate
Visit our very own Chocolate shop in the heart of the village. These chocolates are all handmade in small batches using fine Belgian chocolate and a few selected, natural ingredients, locally sourced where possible. A tiny bit of heaven! glasloughchocolate.net/
Visit our very own Chocolate shop in the heart of the village. These chocolates are all handmade in small batches using fine Belgian chocolate and a few selected, natural ingredients, locally sourced where possible. A tiny bit of heaven! glasloughchocolate.net/
Ambledown Cottage
Ambledown Cottage is a quirky pizza restaurant situated in the beautiful village of Glaslough, Co Monaghan, beside Castle Leslie Estate. www.ambledowncottage.com/copy-of-home
Ambledown Cottage is a quirky pizza restaurant situated in the beautiful village of Glaslough, Co Monaghan, beside Castle Leslie Estate. www.ambledowncottage.com/copy-of-home
Snaffles Restaurant
Situated on the first floor in the Castle Lodge, Snaffles welcomes both residents and local guests. Snaffles is a beautiful open-plan restaurant and is light and spacious with a striking wall of contemporary glass. Signature dishes are cooked with superb locally sourced food which is prepared and presented with imagination and flair. Full of flavour, the diverse courses and extensive gin menu, with over 100 gins from around the world make Snaffles Restaurant one of Monaghan’s top restaurants." www.castleleslie.com/gourmet-breaks-ireland/fine-dining-ireland/
Situated on the first floor in the Castle Lodge, Snaffles welcomes both residents and local guests. Snaffles is a beautiful open-plan restaurant and is light and spacious with a striking wall of contemporary glass. Signature dishes are cooked with superb locally sourced food which is prepared and presented with imagination and flair. Full of flavour, the diverse courses and extensive gin menu, with over 100 gins from around the world make Snaffles Restaurant one of Monaghan’s top restaurants." www.castleleslie.com/gourmet-breaks-ireland/fine-dining-ireland/
Pillar House Bar
Located in the Village the Pillar House is a family run pub, with friendly staff and great craic, we are known for our warm welcome, relaxed ambience and good food, rounded off with a unique character and charm.
Contact Brendan McKenna T: +353 (0)47 88125
Located in the Village the Pillar House is a family run pub, with friendly staff and great craic, we are known for our warm welcome, relaxed ambience and good food, rounded off with a unique character and charm.
Contact Brendan McKenna T: +353 (0)47 88125
Pocono
We serve high-quality products at a very keen price, sourced by us and buying from family businesses to support families business to create a unique experience that's only found in Pocono in Glaslough village
Our award-winning gelato is made in-store by us.In our first year of opening we have won best newcomer cafe in ulster, and shortly after an award for best tasting gelato in Ireland.
In our gelato cafe, we serve breakfast, lunch, pizza and dessert.
We are very proud to serve Trombetta coffee and Mc Names loose tea leaf with a variety of flavors.
We also serve our handcrafted milkshake and beverages and we guarantee we have something for everyone's taste buds. By supporting us enables Pocono Glaslough to support small Irish business. Tel: 04788153
We serve high-quality products at a very keen price, sourced by us and buying from family businesses to support families business to create a unique experience that's only found in Pocono in Glaslough village
Our award-winning gelato is made in-store by us.In our first year of opening we have won best newcomer cafe in ulster, and shortly after an award for best tasting gelato in Ireland.
In our gelato cafe, we serve breakfast, lunch, pizza and dessert.
We are very proud to serve Trombetta coffee and Mc Names loose tea leaf with a variety of flavors.
We also serve our handcrafted milkshake and beverages and we guarantee we have something for everyone's taste buds. By supporting us enables Pocono Glaslough to support small Irish business. Tel: 04788153
Places to stay
Donagh Lodge
Donagh Lodge is a family owned self catering accommodation located less than 1 km from the beautiful award winning village of Glaslough. An Ideal retreat for family or friends and ideal for guests attending functions at the nearby Castle Leslie Estate. This detached, newly renovated lodge is situated beside the family dwelling house and has its own private parking and patio area. The lodge is a fully equipped 2 bedroom premises which can sleep up to 6 people
Donagh Lodge Glaslough, Co. Monaghan, H18 XT81 Tel: 0877650282
Donagh Lodge is a family owned self catering accommodation located less than 1 km from the beautiful award winning village of Glaslough. An Ideal retreat for family or friends and ideal for guests attending functions at the nearby Castle Leslie Estate. This detached, newly renovated lodge is situated beside the family dwelling house and has its own private parking and patio area. The lodge is a fully equipped 2 bedroom premises which can sleep up to 6 people
Donagh Lodge Glaslough, Co. Monaghan, H18 XT81 Tel: 0877650282
Willow Tree Cottage
Willow Tree Cottage is a quaint family run B&B located right in the centre of the village. A warm and hearty welcome awaits you and guests are made to feel very much at home from the very moment they arrive.
CONTACT Claire [email protected]
T: +353 (0)83 0380203
Willow Tree Cottage is a quaint family run B&B located right in the centre of the village. A warm and hearty welcome awaits you and guests are made to feel very much at home from the very moment they arrive.
CONTACT Claire [email protected]
T: +353 (0)83 0380203
Ramblers Rest
This 2 Bedrooms self catering Holiday home is suitable for tourists and travelers. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge. It is situated on main street Glaslough.
Tel: 086 214 8371
This 2 Bedrooms self catering Holiday home is suitable for tourists and travelers. The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge. It is situated on main street Glaslough.
Tel: 086 214 8371
The Lodge
The Lodge, with its 50 bedrooms has been lovingly restored and imaginatively decorated retaining its period features and original character.
Located at the entrance to the Estate, it is the bridge between the Estate and the village, bringing as it does, locals and guests together in an atmosphere of conviviality and comfort. It is the social hub of the Estate, the ideal spot to relax with family, friends or new acquaintances. www.castleleslie.com/type/the-lodge-bedrooms/
The Lodge, with its 50 bedrooms has been lovingly restored and imaginatively decorated retaining its period features and original character.
Located at the entrance to the Estate, it is the bridge between the Estate and the village, bringing as it does, locals and guests together in an atmosphere of conviviality and comfort. It is the social hub of the Estate, the ideal spot to relax with family, friends or new acquaintances. www.castleleslie.com/type/the-lodge-bedrooms/
Castle Leslie
Castle Leslie Estate is now truly one of the finest luxury estates in Ireland. Following significant investment and a major restoration programme over the last two decades, it is waiting to be discovered by you. We invite you to experience some of the most unique and enchanting accommodation Ireland has on offer.
Castle Leslie Estate is now truly one of the finest luxury estates in Ireland. Following significant investment and a major restoration programme over the last two decades, it is waiting to be discovered by you. We invite you to experience some of the most unique and enchanting accommodation Ireland has on offer.
Community resources
Glaslough Community Market
Our outdoor Community Market takes place on the last Saturday of each month. With 30+ stalls the market has something for everyone.
Oakland Community Centre and Play park
Nail it with Chresida beauty salon, The Oakland Centre Glaslough, Tel: 086 665 1872
Cameo Hair +353 (0)47 88804
Wellness Centre, The Oakland Centre Glaslough, Tel: 086 214 8371,
MK Woodcraft Tel: +353 (0)87 6483952 www.mkwoodcrafts.com/
