Boating Vacations across the canals and rivers of Europe from Le Boat
Book Online
Keep In Touch
Request a Brochure
Request a copy of our new 2012 brochure or view it online.
Le Boat Newsletter
Get Le Boat's latest news and offers delivered straight to your Inbox.
Why Choose Us?
- Best Cruising Destinations
- Biggest Choice of Boats
- One-way Route Experts
- Unrivalled Support
- Exclusive online discount!
- Find out more about us
Price Match Guarantee
We own and operate our own fleet, so we can deliver you the best value and experience.
Cruising Companion
Plan your route using our comprehensive guide including pictures and maps.
Carrick Base
Base manager John Beirne welcomes you to Carrick on Shannon.
Carrick on Shannon is a lively town with a population of around 2,500. It is the largest cruising center in Ireland. Historically, it has been one of the main crossing points on the beautiful Shannon River.
BASE OPENING HOURS
Monday - Thursday 09:00 - 18:00Friday - Saturday 09:00 - 20:00
Sunday - 10:00 - 13:00
LATE ARRIVALS
If you are going to be arriving at the base late, you will need to inform the base directly or the general sales office where you booked. When you arrive at the base there will be a note on the reception door informing you where your boat is. The boat will be left open with the lights on for you to stay on board that night. The base staff will do the full briefing the following morning.HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS
Hotels near the baseThe Landmark Hotel - 00353 (0) 719 622 222
The Bush Hotel - 00353 (0) 719 200 14
Hollywell Country House - 00353 (0) 719 621 124
Restaurants and Pubs near the base
Chungs (Chinese) - 00353 (0) 719 621 888
The Oarsman Bar - 00353 (0) 719 621 733
Kens (Chinese) - 00353 (0) 719 650 934
Shamrat (Indian) - 00353 (0) 719 650 934
Cyrans Riverside Inn - 00353 (0) 719 620 409
The Lemongrass - 00353 (0) 719 620 320
PARKING
Parking is available at the base free of chargeSHOPS
There are many shops situated in the town center of Carrick.FISHING
A fishing licence is not required in Carrick. We suggest that you bring your own fishing equipment as it is not possible to hire from the base. However, you can buy equipment from the following shops:Tooman Angling and Leisure Ltd, Bridge Street - 00353 (0) 719 621 872
This shop is situated 16 yards from the Shannon, it also provides outdoor clothing and bait etc.
Cartlans Cyber Cafe - 00353 (0) 719 621 103
