Best attractions and places to see around Bellmount include a mix of historical sites and natural landscapes. The region features several loughs and forested areas, offering opportunities for outdoor exploration. Visitors can discover 6 distinct places, ranging from ancient ruins to scenic viewpoints.
Last updated: June 29, 2026
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Known locally as the "Wee Abbey", Clones Abbey is a ruined monastery dating back to the 12th century. The original abbey was founded by St. Tigernach as early as the 6th century. However, the abbey was destroyed by fire not once, but four times during its history. In the 16th century, the abbey suffered once again during the suppression of monasteries and Protestant reformation under Henry VIII. Less than a hundred years later, it lay in ruin, although some solitary monks still lived here until the 18th century. Today, you can visit the crumbling walls and take a look at the interesting graveyard. The abbey is free to visit and you can access it any time.
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This is an extraordinarily wild and scenic part of Northern Ireland. The lough appears on your right as you travel down Carnmore Road against a backdrop of vibrant green coniferous forest.
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This mountain lake in Doon Forest is reputed for good brown trout fishing. Anglers can wade on one side of the shore. This lough provides excellent fishing from a boat also.
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The round tower in Clones was originally built around the 10th century as part of the abbey. Although it would once have stood at 75 feet (23 m), the top part is now missing. Nonetheless, it is still a prominent feature on Clones' skyline. There would once have been four storeys, including a bell storey. St Tierney's graveyard, which surrounds the tower, is also an interesting place to explore with many 17th and 18th-century gravestones and the tomb shrine of St Tighernach.
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Known locally as the "Wee Abbey", Clones Abbey is a ruined monastery dating back to the 12th century. The original abbey was founded by St. Tigernach as early as the 6th century. However, the abbey was destroyed by fire not once, but four times during its history. In the 16th century, the abbey suffered once again during the suppression of monasteries and Protestant reformation under Henry VIII. Less than a hundred years later, it lay in ruin, although some solitary monks still lived here until the 18th century. Today, you can visit the crumbling walls and take a look at the interesting graveyard. The abbey is free to visit and you can access it any time.
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Bellmount is rich in history, featuring sites like Clones 'Wee' Abbey, a ruined monastery dating back to the 12th century. You can also explore Clones Round Tower, a prominent 10th-century structure, and the surrounding St Tierney's graveyard with its ancient gravestones.
Yes, you can visit Carnmore Lough, which offers scenic views of a wild part of Northern Ireland against a backdrop of green coniferous forest. Another natural lough is Lough Corry, a mountain lake nestled in Doon Forest.
The Bellmount area offers various cycling opportunities. You can find routes for touring bicycles, such as the 'Kingfisher Cycle Trail - Clones - Newbliss - Scotshouse (Ride 6)', or explore road cycling routes like the 'Newbliss and Rockcorry Loop from Clones'. For more details, check out the Cycling around Bellmount and Road Cycling Routes around Bellmount guides.
Yes, Clones 'Wee' Abbey is considered family-friendly. Its crumbling walls and interesting graveyard offer an engaging historical exploration for visitors of all ages.
Absolutely. There are several easy cycling routes available, including the 'Clones 'Wee' Abbey – Clones Round Tower loop from Newtownbutler' (21.6 km) and the 'Creighton Hotel – Clones 'Wee' Abbey loop from Clones' (19.8 km). For road cycling, the 'Newbliss and Rockcorry Loop from Clones' (42.3 km) is also rated as easy. You can find more options in the Cycling around Bellmount and Road Cycling Routes around Bellmount guides.
In Clones, you can explore the ruins of Clones 'Wee' Abbey, which has a history of being destroyed and rebuilt multiple times since the 6th century. The nearby Clones Round Tower, though missing its top, is a significant 10th-century landmark. Both are surrounded by St Tierney's graveyard, which features many 17th and 18th-century gravestones and the tomb shrine of St Tighernach.
Yes, Lough Corry, a mountain lake in Doon Forest, is reputed for good brown trout fishing. Anglers can wade on one side of the shore or fish from a boat.
Visitors appreciate the mix of historical sites and natural landscapes. The wild and scenic views at Carnmore Lough are highly regarded, as is the historical depth of sites like Clones 'Wee' Abbey and Clones Round Tower.
Yes, Carnmore Lough is set against a backdrop of vibrant green coniferous forest, offering a scenic natural environment. Additionally, Lough Corry is located within Doon Forest, providing another forested area to explore.
Yes, Clones 'Wee' Abbey is free to visit and accessible at any time, allowing flexibility for exploration of its ruins and graveyard.
For experienced cyclists, the 'Clones Round Tower – Clones 'Wee' Abbey loop from Clones' is a difficult 63.8 km route for touring bicycles. You can find more details and other routes in the Cycling around Bellmount guide.
At Carnmore Lough, you can expect an extraordinarily wild and scenic landscape. The lough itself is beautiful, complemented by a backdrop of vibrant green coniferous forest, offering a truly natural and unspoiled view.
When visiting Clones 'Wee' Abbey, take your time to explore the crumbling walls and the interesting graveyard, which contains many historical gravestones. The abbey is free to visit and accessible at any time, so you can plan your visit at your convenience.
While specific accessibility information for all attractions is not detailed, historical sites like Clones 'Wee' Abbey and Clones Round Tower are open-air and may have varying terrain. It's advisable to check local conditions or contact visitor information for the most up-to-date accessibility details.


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