Un-Fur-Gettable Fermanagh: A 24-Hour Dog Friendly Itinerary In Enniskillen & Fermanagh

If you’re planning a short break, County Fermanagh is an easy choice. With lakeside walks, local cafés and plenty of space to roam, it works well for a trip with your dog. Here’s a simple 24-hour itinerary to help you make the most of it.

Day 1

Start your trip at Bees Knees Café

Begin your trip with lunch at Bees Knees Café in Enniskillen. Open from 08:30 to 16:00, it focuses on simple food made with locally sourced ingredients, with options for vegetarians and vegans. Dogs are welcome, making it an ideal first stop as you arrive in Fermanagh.

After your lunch, take a longer route back to the car park along the riverside. This walk offers views across Enniskillen and out towards Lough Erne, adding a worthwhile stretch to your stop.

Spend the afternoon at Castle Coole

Head on to Castle Coole for an afternoon walk. Open from 10:00 to 16:00, this National Trust estate is known for its neo-classical house and wide parkland, and it’s a good option if you’re travelling with a dog. It’s recognised as a “two pawprint” site, meaning dogs are welcome across most outdoor areas.

You can choose between the Beech Trail through woodland or the Lake Walk along the water. Both offer a mix of open space and shaded paths. Water bowls are available around the grounds, and dogs must be kept on a lead to protect local wildlife.

Stay overnight at Killyhevlin Hotel & Lodges

For your overnight stay, Killyhevlin Lakeside Hotel & Lodges offers a range of pet-friendly options. You can choose between lakeside hotel rooms or self-catering Lakeland Studios and lodges.

The lodges provide more space, with open-plan kitchen and living areas leading to private lakeview decking, while the studios offer a compact setup with a kitchen, lounge and private balcony or terrace. The lakeside setting means you can head straight out for a walk around the grounds after you arrive.

Enjoy dinner at Crowes Nest

For dinner, head to Crowes Nest on Enniskillen's High Street. Open from 12:00 to 02:00, it’s one of the oldest bars in the town and is known for hearty pub food alongside regular live music and entertainment.

The outdoor area is dog-friendly, with water bowls and dog treats available. Whether you book ahead or walk in, it's an ideal place to enjoy an evening meal and settle in after a long day's exploring.

Day 2

Discover Castle Archdale Country Park

Start your day with a walk at Castle Archdale Country Park, set along Lower Lough Erne. Open 24 hours, the Woodland Riverside loop offers a short route past castle ruins, WWII structures and lakeside views.

Gravel paths make it easy to explore, and dogs are welcome on a lead. It’s a simple way to get out into the landscape and start your day.

Finish your trip at Molly’s Bar

Before heading home, stop at Molly’s Bar in Irvinestown. Open from 12:00 to 21:00, it offers a menu with a range of options, making it a handy place to pause after your walk.

It’s a straightforward final stop where you and your dog can sit down and round off a well-paced 24 hours in Fermanagh.