The Erne Boat Rally

27/05/2026

What a FABULOUS weekend at the Erne Boat Rally! ☀️🚤
The weather was unreal, the craic was mighty, and we know there were plenty of cameras (and probably a few questionable dance moves) out over the weekend 😄

We’d love if everyone who attended could send us any photos you took — boats, sunsets, crews, fancy docking skills, or the moments best left unexplained 🍻📸

Your photos may feature on our page and could even make it into next year’s rally booklet… so fame and glory await! You never know where your masterpiece might end up 👀

Send your pics to us via Messenger or email them over. The more the merrier!

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26/05/2026

What a fantastic weekend we just witnessed with some of the best people you could ever hope to meet in some of the best venues you could ever hope to frequent. Don't get me started on the weather. There must be sore knees from all the praying for sun .
The warm welcome we received across the four days was outstanding.
Congratulations to our Commodore pairing of Ryan and Ashley Clarke for a seamless rally from start to finish.
Both them and their crew should be proud of themselves for the show they put on .
A huge thanks to venues who hosted us across the 4 days
The Lisnaskea Boat Club excelled themselves with the Dinner Dance on Friday night equally the Lough Erne Yacht Club on Saturday night and Sundays Wine and Cheese Reception.
Our inward and outward s lunch stops in Enniskillen were lively affairs in The Lough Inn and Cornerstone Bars .
Belleek Village was our next port of Call which never disappoints . The Black Cat Cove Bar & Restaurant and Fiddlestone Bar pulled out all the stops once more .
We had a lovely visit to Belleek Pottery on Monday morning with a presentation to Ryan and Ashley from Patricia who helped a lot with the Rally Momentos.
Finally The Moorings Restaurant Jackie, Jerome and staff were on hand to fulfill all our needs.
Thanks to you the The Erne Boat Rally goers we would be nothing without you, until September for The Mini Rally safe travels on the water.

26/05/2026

We had a visit from a lovely young Gentleman on Sunday morning and he had lots of nice things to say about us 😁😁

Such a great event to see 🎉

25/05/2026

23/05/2026

The Rally Fleet has departed

22/05/2026

🚤⚓️ ERNE BOAT RALLY 2026 – IMPORTANT WEEKEND REMINDERS ⚓️🚤

The wait is over and we’re looking forward to a fantastic weekend on Lough Erne! Please read through the important timings, rally route details and reminders below for the weekend ahead.
We can't wait to see you all again.

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📍 FRIDAY 22ND MAY 2026 – Lisnaskea Boat Club

🕖 7pm – Commodore’s Wine Reception
🚩 7.30pm – Commodores are piped to their table & Flag Ceremony
💃 8pm – Dinner Dance begins with evening entertainment

💵 PLEASE NOTE: The Dinner Dance venue is CASH ONLY

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📍 SATURDAY 23RD MAY 2026

🕙 10am – Commodores briefing at Lisnaskea Boat Club
⛵ 10.30am – Depart and set sail for Enniskillen with a lunch stop at The Round O’, inviting the rally to join the Commodores in The Corner Stone Bar

🦺 IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDER
Peter Scott will be on shore at The Round O’ carrying out life jacket checks – please stop by and say hello. Safety first!

🕟 4.30pm – Depart Round O’ Enniskillen and sail to Lough Erne Yacht Club
🔥 6pm – Arrive at Lough Erne Yacht Club for evening entertainment

🍔 A communal BBQ will be available on shore – bring your own food and cook together
🍟 A chip van will also be on site

🎭 SATURDAY NIGHT IS FANCY DRESS NIGHT
Get the costumes ready!

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📍 SUNDAY 24TH MAY 2026

⛪ 11am – Briefing and Ecumenical Service on shore at Lough Erne Yacht Club
🧀 12.30pm – 2.30pm – Commodores Wine & Cheese Reception
⛵ 3pm – Depart and set sail to Belleek

🍽 DINING REMINDER – BLACK CAT COVE
If you plan to dine at Black Cat Cove on Sunday night, please pre-book your table as early as possible.

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📍 MONDAY 25TH MAY 2026

🕙 10am – Commodores briefing and sing song on shore
⛵ 11am – Set sail to Enniskillen for a lunch stop at The Round O’, inviting the rally to join Commodores in The Lough Inn
🕠 5.30pm – Final departure to The Moorings for awards and evening entertainment

🏆 AWARDS REMINDER
If you won an award last year, please ensure all trophies have been returned to a committee member before Monday evening.

🍽 DINING REMINDER – THE MOORINGS
If dining at The Moorings on Monday evening, please book ahead to reserve your table.

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🚨The Erne Boat Rally would like to remind those taking part, that if anyone is in distress, we have a defibrillator available on the Rally.
⚓️ We’re looking forward to a fantastic weekend of boating, music, great food and even better company.

🚤 Safe travels to everyone taking part in the Erne Boat Rally 2026!

21/05/2026

A bit of local coverage and a nice piece in the The Anglo-Celt .
Get your copy today.

Look who's in The Anglo-Celt this week .

20/05/2026

🌭 Boats, Burgers, and Better Company! Join us at LEYC.

Rally friends! Is there anything better than a gathering on shore after a great day on the water? We don't think so.

Come join your fellow Erne Boat Rally participants at Lough Erne Yacht Club on Saturday the 23rd of May for a truly social evening.

We’ve got a fantastic double header for you:

1️⃣ The Chip Van is coming to LEYC! It will be serving from 5 PM.
2️⃣ We’re hosting a BYO (Bring Your Own) BBQ on the LEYC grounds.

This is your invitation to bring your favorite meats (and veggies!), use the space, and enjoy a communal BBQ, or just grab a quick, delicious dinner from the van.

It’s all about relaxing, catching up, and enjoying the rally spirit. Come for the food, stay for the craic!

Join us at LEYC from 5 PM. Everyone is welcome on shore.

22/10/2025

Public Consultation Event: Belturbet ‘Ducking Stool’ Jetty & Marina

You are invited by Cavan County Council to provide feedback on the concept proposals for the ‘Ducking Stool’ Jetty and nearby marina area in Belturbet.

Venue: Belturbet Town Hall The Diamond, Church Street, Belturbet, Co. Cavan. H14 VH57
Date: Wednesday, 29th October
Time: 3–7pm (Drop-in)