This is Cavan

21/11/2024

Discover the best bike trails in Cavan, carefully curated by the experts at Cavan Adventure Centre.

Cavan, a county renowned for its lakes and lush landscapes, is a cyclist's dream 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️ Whether you're a seasoned rider or just starting out, the trails here cater to all abilities and promise an unforgettable experience. From serene greenways to heritage routes, our blog this week explores five of the best bike trails in the area.

Spoiler alert: Killykeen Forest Park takes the crown as our ultimate pick 🙌

Read more here: https://cavanadventure.ie/discover-the-best-bike-trails-in-cavan/



This is Cavan Ireland's Hidden Heartlands Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark

20/11/2024

📣 Highlight #1: Elf Bootcamp for Kids!

Let your little ones step into the magical world of Santa’s Workshop with our Elf Bootcamp!

A fun, 30-minute adventure designed for aspiring elves aged 6+, where they’ll experience the magic of being Santa’s helpers!

Elf Duties Include:

🎁 Toy Preparation Magic – Assemble, wrap, and load toys into Santa’s sack for delivery.
🦌 Caring for Santa’s Flying Reindeer – Mix their special reindeer food to keep them fueled for the big night.
✨ Tending to Santa’s Wardrobe – Patch up festive outfits and shine Santa’s boots to sparkle on Christmas Eve!
📬 Magically Sorting Santa’s Mail – Ensure every letter reaches Santa’s workshop safely.
🍃 Crafting a Magical Leaf Wreath – Create festive wreaths to bring cheer to the workshop!

Spaces are limited—don’t miss out!

👉 Book now via the link in bio or on The Cottage Market website.

📅 Date: Sat 7th & Sun 8th Dec, 2024
⏱️ Time: 1 – 7:00PM
🏛️ Venue: Townhall Street, Cavan H12WV82

Bring the family, share the date, and embrace the festivities.

This is an fully outdoor market brought to you by The Cottage Market Cavan.

Car parking available at Cavan Council Carpark and Cavan Cathedral.

Kindly supported by

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19/11/2024

Serene image of the Pleasure House in Killykeen Forest Park, captured by Willie Forde Photography
Ireland's Hidden Heartlands

18/11/2024

The Christmas Cottage Market 2024

🎄✨ Let’s kick off the Christmas Cottage Market festive campaign with a special introduction to two incredible Cavan ladies: Fiona Marie Fitzpatrick (Mrs. Claus) and Sarah Whelan (Chief Elf)! ✨🎄

These amazing women are the only ones we trust to run our magical children’s activity—Elf Bootcamp! 🧝‍♀️🎅

At this enchanting workshop, elf recruits will discover what it truly means to be one of Santa’s magical helpers. Elves aren’t just toymakers—they’re hardworking protectors of the North Pole, sprinkling a little magic into everything they do! ✨❄️

🌟 Stay tuned or sign up for our bulletin to make sure you don’t miss our next post (link in bio/about) — where you’ll be able to book your spot at Elf Bootcamp! Tag a friend whose little ones would love Elf Bootcamp🎁✨

📅 Date: Sat 7th & Sun 8th Dec, 2024
⏱️ Time: 1 – 7:00PM
🏛️ Venue: Townhall Street, Cavan H12WV82

Bring the family, share the date, and embrace the festivities.

This is an fully outdoor market brought to you by The Cottage Market Cavan.

Car parking available at Cavan Council Carpark and Cavan Cathedral.

Kindly supported by@createdincavan Cavan County Council Cavan Arts

15/11/2024

History buffs, did you know that Cavan was once part of the historic kingdom of Breifne?

Explore our rich heritage from Neolithic to Norman times. Visit Clogh Oughter Castle, built by the Normans in the 12th century, or explore the ancient ringfort at Killeshandra.

Step back in time in Cavan!


Ireland's Hidden Heartlands

14/11/2024

🚶‍♀️ Meet the Heroes Behind Killeshandra Camino!

This mighty group of volunteers have dedicated over 250 hours a year to putting Killeshandra firmly on Ireland's walking map.

The Committee engage well with local stakeholders and supporters including Coillte Killegar House , Created in Cavan , Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark, Fáilte Ireland Killeshandra Community Council Lakeland Dairies Foodservice - UK/Ire , lots of home and business owners along the route and ourselves here This is Cavan

These champions have created something truly special in our corner of Cavan. Sure isn't it lovely to see tourism that treads lightly on our beautiful landscape?

We love hearing the stories from happy walkers after completing the route.
Mark your calendars for the Summer Solstice (June 21st next year) when they'll be hosting a whopper 35.5km walk through the scenic routes of Killeshandra.

Find out more at Camino Calling

Now that's what we call putting your best foot forward for Cavan! 👣

11/11/2024

🎄 The Magic of Christmas Comes to Cavan!

There are 10 Festive Markets planned across our beautiful county this winter:
🎅 Cootehill - 17th Nov
🎅 Ballinagh - 24th Nov
🎅 Ballyjamesduff - 29-30th Nov
🎅 Belturbet Railway Station -30th Nov
🎅Killeshandra - 1st Dec
🎅 Slieve Russell Christmas Craft Fair - 1st Dec
🎅 Gallonray House, Coothill, Christmas Craft Fair - 1st Dec
🎅 Virginia Show Centre - 7th Dec
🎅 Cottage Market Cavan - 7th-8th Dec
🎅 Blossom Craft Market, Kingscourt - 8th Dec

Each with its own special charm and local treasures waiting to be discovered!

Find out more at The Cottage Market Cavan or https://thisiscavan.ie/2024/10/30/discover-the-magic-of-christmas-at-cavans-festive-markets/

07/11/2024

🍂 We Have Our Winner! 🏆

A huge congratulations to Rose Cottage Dunanri for capturing the pure magic of autumn in this photo of the changing colours along the Dún na Rí River Walk to the Wishing Well!

This stunning photo perfectly shows why we all fall head over heels for Cavan this time of year.

Rose Cottage have won a fantastic hotel break worth €500 in a Cavan hotel of their choice!

We want to say a massive thank you to everyone who shared their autumn adventures with us. The photos you all shared would make anyone proud to call Cavan home - from misty morning walks to golden evening strolls with loved ones.

Keep tagging us in your Cavan moments - we love seeing our beautiful county through your eyes! 📸

Ireland's Hidden Heartlands

06/11/2024

Step Back in Time: Eoghan Rua Ó Néill's Story Comes Alive in Cavan! 🗡️

Join us for a remarkable weekend of commemoration (7-10 November) as we mark 375 years since one of Ireland's most fascinating military leaders made Cavan his final home.

From Spanish battlefields to Doe Castle, follow the extraordinary journey of Hugh O'Neill's nephew - the legendary Eoghan Rua Ó Néill (1580-1649).

Join us for 4 days of events in multiple venues across Cavan. Whether you're a history buff or just love a good story, there's something here for everyone!

Book your spot via Town Hall Cavan

Don't miss the chance to experience this remarkable piece of Irish history right here in Cavan!

05/11/2024

🎭 Meet Kim McCafferty: The Creative Force Behind Cavan Arts Festival !

As the founder of Cavan Arts Festival and one half of Fanzini Productions, she's been lighting up our county since 2018. Whether she's planning next year's festival from her kitchen table, performing street theatre with a circus twist, or getting her weekly parkrun in - there's never a dull moment!

Kim has made a sizeable contribution to the local arts scene, helping to put Cavan's incredible arts scene on the map, bigging up our wee county to anyone who'll listen (and making city folk jealous while she's at it! 😎)

She's already cooking up pure magic for Cavan Arts Festival 2025, in between playing trucks with her little man and planning her Christmas morning dip at Annagh Lake (rather her than us! 🥶)

Sure isn't it gas how life works out - from classroom prankster to festival director!

05/11/2024

Another beautiful capture by Seán Ward Photography. Reminding us to slow down and enjoy the majesty of Autumn in Cavan.

🍂 Autumn 🍂

Nothing beats the magic of walking through a quiet forest as autumn gently sweeps in. The path is covered in golden leaves, the trees a mix of fiery orange and deep green. It’s moments like these that remind us how beautiful change can be. 🌳🍁

Captured during a peaceful stroll, this view is a reminder to slow down and take in the little wonders around us. Nature's artwork is always the best!

📍 Castle Lake, Bailieborough, Co. Cavan
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The Anglo-Celt

04/11/2024

Cycle the scenic Killykeen Way - a beautiful 12km trail linking Killykeen Forest Park with Killeshandra village.

Perfect for a day out!

Enjoy stunning views of Lough Oughter and keep an eye out for local wildlife.

Bike rentals available with Cavan Adventure Centre

Ireland's Hidden Heartlands

30/10/2024

🧙‍♀️ Calling All Little Monsters!

Double your Halloween fun with creepy stories at Cavan County Museum before hitting the streets for treats and sweets!

Our expert Yarnspinners are ready to give you the shivers…

📍 Where: Cavan County Museum
🕒 When: Thursday 31st Oct, 3pm
💰 Cost: FREE!

Don't forget your costume! 🧙👻🧟‍♂️🧛

24/10/2024

⚡️ LAST CHANCE TO WIN! ⏰
🏆 Our €500 Cavan Hotel voucher competition ends TOMORROW!

Don't miss out on this amazing autumn giveaway - there's still time to enter!

📸 How to win:
1. Capture your favourite autumn spot in Cavan
2. Share your photo on Facebook or Instagram
3. Tag This is Cavan
4. Use

From misty morning walks to golden afternoon light, show us what makes Cavan special this season.

⏳ Competition closes tomorrow, October 25th, 2024!

Winner will be announced next week. Good luck! 🍁

See website for full T&Cs

This promotion is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Facebook or Instagram. Meta is not connected to or responsible for this promotion.

24/10/2024

Huge congratulations to all the nominees and winners at last weeks The Anglo-Celt Business & Tourism Awards 2025

23/10/2024

Did you know that Ireland is the home of Halloween? 🎃

Halloween has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, a pagan religious celebration to welcome the harvest at the end of the summer when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts.

There are plenty of Halloween activities happening in Cavan this October, so plan your visit and spend a spooky night with us.

Here are our top events to look forward to -
https://thisiscavan.ie/2024/10/01/halloween-events-in-cavan-2024/


Ireland's Hidden Heartlands

20/10/2024

Golfers, challenge yourself at the PGA National Ireland Russell Hotel .

With its stunning parkland course and world-class facilities, Slieve Russell is a golfer's paradise, along with our other fabulous courses
Co. Cavan Golf Club
Farnham Estate Spa And Golf Resort
Crover House Hotel and golf
Virginia Golf Club

Book your tee time today!

19/10/2024

🎃 Before you go Trick or Treating, get in the mood with some spooky stories in Cavan County Museum !

Join some of the storytellers from Cavan Yarnspinners for some spooky family storytime before you go Trick or Treating!

Thursday 31st October at 3pm at Cavan County Museum

Admission Free - no booking required - fancy dress a must! 🧙👻🧟‍♂️🧛