The amazing Enniscrone resort, just a short drive from the Twin Trees Hotel & Leisure Club, which has a three mile golden sandy beach excellent for a walk or if you’re feeling energetic, a run or just to lay in the sun. If you want to feel energised and refreshed walk or swim in the sea’s edge and why not dip your toes in the water as you stroll along? The beach always has a feel of excitement especially at the seaside in Enniscrone with many events taking place from festivals, runs and much more all throughout the year.
The Enniscrone Coastal Loop Walk
If you don’t want to play in the sand there is a fabulous Coastal Loop Walk which starts from the Pier and takes in a gentle scenic loop of just under 2km, with lovely sea views. More information here.
Kilcullen's Seaweed Baths
When visiting Enniscrone make sure to experience the Kilcullen’s Seaweed baths, which will leave you refreshed and relaxed. If you’re not up for a seaweed bath, a visit to the baths to experience the building is well worth it. The doors opened back in 1912 the year of the “Titanic”, and has been in operation for over 100 years and now it's into the fifth generation of ownership, the Edwardian charm of this building is a most see. Opening hours are seasonal so calling ahead is advised.
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Enniscrone Local Legends
Enniscrone isn’t short on delivering history from right in the heart of the village to the dunes on the beach. Just situated on the parameters of Enniscrone is the black pig, a story steeped in history and culture. From O’ Dowd’s Castle, to ring forts exploring years and years of history Enniscrone has it all. Are you brave enough to venture up the Hill of Bodies? It’s a hill, near the Valley of Diamonds, known as Cnoc na gCorp (hill of bodies) which according to local legend, was formed from the pile up of bodies from Vikings in 891!
Family Fun
For family fun, visit the aqua park with kids pool area, main pool, Jacuzzi and steam rooms, 65 metre flume water slide. Also including the brand new water inflatable timetabled in the main pool. If you’re still feeling energetic they also have a state of the art gym, a comprehensive fitness time table and personal trainers. Once you’ve experienced all that Waterpoint has to offer you can sit back in their refreshments area and plan your next visit.
Enniscrone boasts not one, but two playgrounds. Enniscrone Playground and Crazy Golf is a lovely modern playground, recently upgraded with new equipment. For a small entry fee, children of all ages can play for hours, drive the go-carts or try their hands at Crazy Golf. The playground is located centrally in The Hollow, alongside the beach and local amusements.
There is also a small community playground available close to Waterpoint.
Treats
Grab a coffee and treat from the T2Coffee Van, that operates from Enniscrone Beach over the weekends in the Summer months. Otherwise, enjoy a ’99 from one of the local shops, a coffee and tasty treat from The Sea Bean down at the Pier. Pick from Maple Moose, Surf’s Up Café or Gelati for your dessert desires or pop into Caroline’s Kitchen for some more baked treats. From award winning ice-creams to delicious pancakes or crepes, each café has its own unique style and flavour.
Enniscrone Golfing
Enniscrone also caters for the professional and fun side of golfing with both a world renowned championship links golf course and a 18 hole pitch and putt course. Wether you’re starting out in your golfing aspirations or you’re a seasoned pro the Enniscrone Golf Course is an exciting fun challenge featuring The Dunes, a 7, 033 yard, par 73 links course you’ll be in good company as you navigate your way around the 27 hole link course.
The pitch and putt course overlooks the coastline of Enniscrone and is great family fun for all ages, with 18 holes you’ll be well on the way to polishing up on your skills. Equipment is provided and groups are welcome.
For more information see Mayo North - Enniscrone
