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Westmeath
Westmeath wins out with wonderful lakes and unspoiled landscapes.
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Fishing
Thanks to the huge variety of lakes around Westmeath, including Lough Ree, Lough Derravaragh, Lough Ennel and Lough Owel, you’ll be treated to a fine selection of pike, trout, bream, and roach.
Golf
Golfers will be spoiled for choice in Westmeath will a whole host of wonderful courses to choose from with the Christy O’Connor-designed course at Glasson Golf Club, and the traditional-style course at Mount Temple.
Sailing
Try your hand at tackling the waves at Rough Rea Sailing Club, the second oldest sailing club in the world dating back to 1770.
Mullaghmeen Country
This is the largest planted beech forest in Europe and covers an area of over 1,000 acres with shady picnic spots and scenic walks.