Things to Do & See in Kenagh.

Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre.

This centre tells the story of the local Iron Age bog road, built in the year 148BC across the boglands close to the River Shannon. Its the largest road of its kind to be uncovered in Europe and was excavated by Professor Barry Raftery of University College Dublin in 1985. Inside the building, an 18 metre stretch of perserved road is on permanent display in a specially designed hall with humidifiers. Guided tours of the site are also available. Tours can be booked during the closed season by ringing 01 6613111. The centre is fully accessible for disabled visitors. Further details available here.

St George’s Church.

This church is a beautiful cut stone building erected in 1832. Its four-spire tower is a unique feature. It is open every Sunday for religious service. The church also has an adjoining graveyard. An ornate and finely executed Gothic style Church of Ireland Church exhibiting fine craftsmanship in carved limestone detailing distributed generously throughout the building. Built in 1832 by Jane Dowager, Countess of Ross (Newcastle Demesne) to the designs of architect William Farrell.

The Pigeon House

Another unique feature of the locality, the Pigeon House is one of only six remaining intact in Ireland. It was built in 1808 as part of the old Mosstown Estate and was used to supply eggs and pigeon meat to the ‘Big House’. It is privately owned but its location leaves it visible to the main road. It was re-roofed about 1990. This Pigeon House is one of the few surviving demesne structures on the former Mosstown estate. Together they form an interesting group in the landscape and are an important part of the architectural heritage of the area.

The White Gates

The White Gates are the old entrance gates into Mosstown Estate. An eagle is perched on each pillar. It opens on to the main Athlone-Longford road. The remains of the old Weslian Church alongside are an added attraction.