Allen Centre
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- Family-friendly campsite on the southern shores of Lough Allen
- A kilometre from Drumshanbo; 15 minutes' drive from Lough Key
- On-site canoeing, sailing, boating, kayaking and coarse fishing
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
- A cable measuring at least 5 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Fri, 04 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
5 people maximum
Ground type: Grass and gravel
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 8m depth
Calculated area: 32m²
Arrival daysFrom €28 (€28)
View prices & bookElectric gravel and hardstanding touring pitch
5 people maximum
Ground type: Gravel and hardstanding
Pitch size: Max 4m width × 9m depth
Calculated area: 36m²
Arrival daysFrom €28 (€28)
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Reviews
72% would recommend this site to a friend
72% would stay here again




















Giod place for camping.
Electric gravel and hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Very great place by the lake, the kids swim a lot, the environment is very calming, lots of space for a tent. Affordable price, we have been here many times and will definitely come back.
Disliked The kitchen and toilets and showers need more cleaning.
Fantastic Camping Experience! I recently stayed at this campsite and had an amazing…
Electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Fantastic Camping Experience!
I recently stayed at this campsite and had an amazing time. The staff were friendly and always ready to help, and the location was absolutely stunning—right in the heart of nature. The atmosphere was peaceful and perfect for a family getaway or even a solo retreat. I’ll definitely be coming back!
Disliked A Bit of a Letdown
While the campsite itself was beautiful and the staff were great, one thing really took away from the experience: some guests were letting their dogs roam around off-leash. Unfortunately, the pets were relieving themselves all over the site, including near communal areas, and it wasn’t being cleaned up properly. It made the environment feel less pleasant and created hygiene concerns. I hope the management enforces leash rules more strictly in the future so everyone can fully enjoy their stay.
Really lovely stay here... Will definitely be back again
Electric gravel and hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Owner Sean was very friendly and helpful. Relaxed atmosphere on the beatiful Lough Allen. Super Location - easy walk into Drumshanbo village and walk the blue way from acres lake to Leitrim village .
Good facilities, toilets, showers +shared kitchen.. A little tired perhaps but definitely up to the job
Boat and kayak hire available on site
The campsite loved the lake we had a great weekend pity the…
Electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked The campsite loved the lake we had a great weekend pity the weather but always expected in the west of Ireland but we didn’t care. The toilets and kitchen was very clean
Excellent site with clean facilities, friendly staff and level pitches
Electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Great place, nice atmosphere, I recommend it very nice manager Sean very helpful, pet friendly place
Plenty of space to pitch up, beautiful scenery.…
Electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Plenty of space to pitch up, beautiful scenery.
Disliked There was no one at reception it was locked and no answer from any of the numbers listed so we pitched up ourselves and didn’t even see anybody until the next day. Toilet facilities and shower facilities could be better and cleaner.
Great place to stay, walking distance to town and very relaxed.
Electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked Great location and lovely views
Disliked Toilet/showers need a bit of a deep clean
Beautiful environment and scenery……
Electric gravel and hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Beautiful environment and scenery…
Disliked Facilities could do with a good scrub…
Wouldn't recommend
Electric gravel and hardstanding touring pitch
Liked Very little.
Disliked The centre reception area itself was chaos when I went in. Over run with kids no one on reception, only a contact number on the front door. It was about 20 minutes before anyone showed up and during thus time we drove around the site. It was very run down with no designated pitches and wet mucky hard-core. We left without staying
Quiet, relaxing campsite; great stay.
Electric grass and gravel tent or trailer tent pitch
Liked I had a fantastic and relaxing weekend at Allen Centre. The campsite is quiet and simple, offering the perfect escape in a natural, green environment. Since it was close to the end of the season, there weren’t many people around, which made it even more peaceful and comfortable.
The instructions for self check-in were clear, and even though there was no staff on site, I had no issues. A mobile number was provided in case I needed anything, but everything was smooth and easy. I also appreciated the trust-based payment system—no one rushed or pressured me at any point.
Overall, I really appreciated the serene environment and the chance to unwind. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking to relax in nature!
Disliked While I had a great time at Allen Centre, I did notice there were a lot of expired items in the fridge. It would be much better if these could be cleared out regularly to keep things fresh for future guests.
Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitches Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Allen Centre
Drumcoora
Drumshanbo
Co. Leitrim
Republic of Ireland
N41 PD62
Timezone
Europe/Dublin GMT (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.05313°N
8.04825°W
Route directions
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Rosses Point Beach | 44.5 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Allen Centre have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Allen Centre dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Allen Centre? Drumshanbo (10 minutes' walk) has a handy visitor centre in the village centre, a good source of detailed information about the region's history, wildlife and attractions. If you're here in July and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Allen Centre?
Camping and touring Arrive: 9:30 a.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: 1 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Allen Centre? From R584,85 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.