Welcome to Athlone

Athlone (Baile Átha Luain) is a town that lies on the River Shannon near the southern extremity of Lough Ree. If is situated just insided the bouds of county Westmeath beside neighbouring county Roscommon.

The River Shannon runs through Athlone and the town is a popular spot for people passing through on pleasure craft, many of whom stop off at the Marina.

Sean's Bar, located on the west bank of the river, is listed by the Guiness Book of World Records as Ireland's oldest pub.

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Athlone News

Athlone garage owner says €30,000 insurance bill may force him to close down - The Irish Times

Athlone garage owner says €30,000 insurance bill may force him to close down The Irish Times

A small business owner in rural Ireland has warned that he may be forced to close after his insurance premiums went from €7,000 to €30,000 in a single year.

Publish: Friday 14th June 1:43pm

Bann Win the Battle of the Women's Junior 18 Eights at Athlone - Afloat

Bann Win the Battle of the Women's Junior 18 Eights at Athlone Afloat

Rowing: Bann won the women's junior 18 eights with some style at Athlone Regatta today. In a battle of Northern Ireland clubs, the women in red a...

Publish: Saturday 15th June 6:54pm

Athlone regatta to see 125 races run at five-minute intervals on five-lane course - The Irish Times

Athlone regatta to see 125 races run at five-minute intervals on five-lane course The Irish Times

Athlone regatta at Coosan Point on Saturday is a big event: 125 races run at five-minute intervals on a five-lane course. Junior races make up the bulk of the ...

Publish: Thursday 13th June 6:17pm

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