Castleconnell

Castleconnell Village.

Castleconnell in County Limerick, Ireland is situated about nine miles NE of Limerick City.  It possesses a spa which was once considerably frequented, but is now more famous as a centre for salmon fishing on the lower Shannon. Castleconnell is so intimately connected with this sport that it has given its name to a favourite pattern of fly-rod.  Castleconnell has the remains of a castle from which the town took its name, which was once the seat of the Kings of Thomond.  The beautiful rapids of Doonas are in the neighbourhood, and the surrounding scenery is very picturesque. 

Village Hall

The hall in the village of Castleconnell was recently refurbished.  The hall is situated on the main street beside the church.  It is used by a variety of different groups in the parish.  These include sports clubs, youth groups, drama groups and parent groups.

The school uses the hall for School Concerts, Christmas parties and for special events such as Communion and Confirmation.

A.C.M. Centre.

Ahane/ Castleconnell/ Montpelier (ACM) Community Centre is a community owned co-operative which was established with the objective of improving the facilities and infrastructure available to everyone who lives in the (ACM) areas.

The A.C.M. centre, located in the village, provides rooms for local groups and associations, as well as being an information exchange to help promote local activities and opportunities.  It produces a community newsletter.  It has computer, photocopying and printing facilities.  

At the rear of the centre are beautiful gardens that can host garden parties, barbeques and other outdoor events.

Fishing

It is better known as a Salmon fishery but has two stretches where coarse fishing is possible. The first is situated upstream of Beat 1 on Castleconnell Salmon Fishery. There is a public car park here and open bank fishing is possible upstream of the car park.

Orchard Pottery

The Orchard Pottery is based in Castleconnell, in Co. Limerick, and
produces an original range of high-quality giftware, hand-thrown
and decorated by Richard Ferris

Things to do in Castleconnell.

You will never be bored in Castleonnell as there is a huge amount of sporting and leisure activities to get involved in.   Among these are: Soccer club, GAA Club, Youth Club, ICA, Scouts, Leisure Centre with Gym and Swimming Pool, scenic walks, fishing.

Amenities in Castleconnell