Lilliput, Lough Ennell

About this spot

Lilliput is an inland water bathing area located on the shores of Lough Ennell. Lough Ennell supports a diverse aquatic flora. The bathing area is used by the adventure centre to teach children participating in summer camps about water safety and canoeing. The Mullingar Swimming Club hold an annual swim event at the bathing site. The bathing area extends over an area of approximately 55 meters wide and 1OO meters long (c.0.50Ha).

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

No

Parking

Yes

Toilets

Yes

Accessible entry

YesAccess to lake shoreline

Dogs

YesDogs allowed on lead

Public transport

No

Official water quality

Classified Good in 2025.

Lilliput Lough Ennell is classified as achieving Good Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Lilliput, Lough Ennell achieved a Good Water Quality rating for the four consecutive years 2022 to 2025. Annual water quality ratings are generally calculated using monitoring results over a four-year period (or for less years in certain circumstances) and are assessed against stringent bacterial limits to protect bather health.

Common questions

Can you swim at Lilliput, Lough Ennell right now?

Lilliput, Lough Ennell is currently marked "Good to go". No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself. This reflects the latest data published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland). Conditions change quickly — always assess the water yourself before entering.

What is the water quality like at Lilliput, Lough Ennell?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Lilliput, Lough Ennell as Good in 2025. Classifications are a rolling assessment of bacterial samples taken over four bathing seasons, measured against E. coli and intestinal enterococci limits set by the EU Bathing Water Directive.

Is there a swimming ban or warning at Lilliput, Lough Ennell?

There are no active bathing restrictions published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) for Lilliput, Lough Ennell. That is not a guarantee of safety — assess conditions yourself.

Is there a lifeguard at Lilliput, Lough Ennell?

No lifeguard cover is listed for Lilliput, Lough Ennell. Never swim alone at an unguarded spot.

What facilities are there at Lilliput, Lough Ennell?

Lilliput, Lough Ennell has toilets, parking, accessible entry. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).