The first evidence for recreational use of Lough Neagh is in Bassetts “Book of County Armagh” of 1888 where he records “In summer pleasure boats are numerous on the Lough. Four belong to The Lurgan Boat Club, which also owns 4 practice gigs, 2 ‘fours’ and 2 pairs”. The Club was established in 1877, and has a good boat-house at Kinnego Cut. About 30 members pay 10/s a year each and the funds show a balance to credit. This seems to indicate a Club for both rowing and sailing. In the same year Portadown Rowing Club was also established.
Contact Info
Address:
Kinnego Marina, Craigavon BT66 6NJ, United Kingdom
Website: www.loughneaghsailingclub.org
