Glenade Lough

Glenade Lake is associated with a local legend of a monster, called the Dobhar Chú or water dog, which is said to have lived in the lake. The legend has been immortalised in poetry which tells the story of the Dobhar Chú (pronounced “Dowarcoo”) which, together with its mate, emerged from the depths of the lake centuries ago to bestow tragedy on the local area.
‘By Glenade lake tradition tells, two hundred years ago
A thrilling scene enacted was to which, as years unflow,
Old men and women still relate, and while relating dread,
Some demon of its kind may yet be found within its bed.
Anon
At the nearby ancient graveyard, Conwell Cemetery, a stone carving of the Dobhar Chú can be seen.