Have a toddler or preschooler at home? Whether you’re settling into a new area or just looking for fresh ideas, finding things to do with little ones before they start school can take a bit of trial and error. To make it easier, we’ve pulled together our favourite things to do with preschoolers in Leitrim.
One of the nicest things about having a preschooler is that you’re not tied to school hours — so you have much more flexibility to get out and about during the day, at quieter times. Here are our suggestions.
Things to Do With Preschoolers in Leitrim
Soft Play Centres in Leitrim
A soft play centre is a great way to burn off toddler energy for a couple of hours, whatever the weather. A few options in Leitrim include:
- Kidz Kingdom in Carrick-on-Shannon has a soft play centre with slides and ball pools, plus Saturday clubs for ages 4+.
- Fenagh Visitor Centre has an indoor soft play area with a separate toddler section.
- Jump Street in Carrick-on-Shannon has a soft play area for babies and toddlers under 5, with dedicated Toddler Times through the week. Parents/guardians and children need safety socks.
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Visit Leitrim Libraries
Your local library is a brilliant free resource for preschoolers. Many branches run a story time for younger children, so it’s worth checking your nearest Leitrim library for times and upcoming events.
The junior section is also a lovely way to spend an hour — let your preschooler pick out their own books to borrow with their library card.
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Parent and Toddler Swimming in Leitrim
A trip to the pool is always a hit. Some Leitrim swimming pools offer dedicated Parent and Toddler sessions or a learner pool area for smaller children — Aura Leisure in Carrick-on-Shannon is one example, with a learner pool and baby/toddler swim sessions during the week.
Music and Other Fun Classes
Signing up for a class is a great way to meet other local families. Look out for music, movement, dance, drama, play labs, swimming or mini-football sessions aimed at preschoolers.
Playgrounds in Leitrim
Leitrim has several playgrounds with dedicated toddler areas. Why not try a different one each week or month, instead of always heading to the same spot?
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Parent and Toddler Groups
Joining a local Parent and Toddler group is a lovely way for young children to mix with others their own age, and for parents to meet fellow local parents. Groups run weekly across Leitrim.
Attractions in Leitrim
A big perk of having a preschooler is being free to visit attractions midweek, at off-peak times, before older kids finish school. A few places worth exploring in Leitrim:
- Acres Lake Floating Boardwalk in Drumshanbo — Ireland’s first floating walkway, running 160m out over the Shannon. There’s also Drumshanbo Outdoor Swimming Pool nearby (a heated pool with a shallow end, open during summer months), an interactive visitor centre, and a kids’ playground.
- Fowleys Falls in Rossinver has a preschooler-friendly trail that runs close to the river and falls, with picnic tables at one end — a real hidden gem and an easy walk for younger legs.
- The Organic Centre on the shores of Lough Melvin has gardens to explore, a butterfly trail, and a bug hunt adventure, along with a small playground, picnic area, and 17 acres of woodland walks in the eco-park.
- For train-mad preschoolers, the Cavan and Leitrim Railway is beside Dromod train station, on the site of the old railway yard.
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Events for Preschoolers in Leitrim
Keep an eye on our events page for workshops and events suitable for younger children.
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Go for a Walk
Leitrim has plenty of lovely spots for a walk — perfect for preschoolers to run about, collect leaves and stones, and play a bit of hide and seek along the way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What age group are these Leitrim activities suitable for?
Most of the ideas above are aimed at toddlers and preschoolers, roughly ages 1 to 4, though many — like playgrounds, libraries and walks — work well for older siblings too.
Are there free things to do with preschoolers in Leitrim?
Yes — libraries, playgrounds, walking trails and outdoor spots like Acres Lake Boardwalk and Fowleys Falls don’t cost anything to visit, making them great budget-friendly options.
Do I need to book soft play or swimming sessions in advance?
It varies by venue, so it’s a good idea to check directly with the centre or pool before you go, especially for dedicated toddler sessions.
Is Leitrim a good place for a family day out with a preschooler?
Yes — between soft play, libraries, swimming, playgrounds and outdoor attractions like the Organic Centre and Acres Lake, there’s a good mix of indoor and outdoor options for a preschooler’s day out.
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