Coosan facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Coosan Cuasán
Townland
View of Lough Ree from Coosan Point
Coosan Location in Ireland
Country	Ireland
County	County Westmeath
Barony	Brawny
Civil parish	St Mary's

Spire of Our Lady Queen of Peace church in Coosan

Coosan (which means "cavern" or "grotto" in Irish) is a small area, also called a townland, located just north of Athlone. It's like a suburb, meaning it's a residential area near a bigger town. Coosan is in County Westmeath, Ireland.

Coosan is special because it's almost completely surrounded by the beautiful Lough Ree, a large lake. The town of Athlone borders it on one side.

Fun Things to Do in Coosan

Coosan is a popular spot for visitors, especially in the summer months. People love coming here because of its amazing location right next to Lough Ree.

Fishing and Boating

Coosan Lough is a smaller part of Lough Ree. It's a great place for fishing. Many people enjoy trying to catch fish here.

If you love boats and sailing, you'll be interested to know that the Lough Ree Yacht Club is located in Coosan. It's a place where people who enjoy sailing gather and have events.

Parts of Coosan

Coosan is traditionally divided into three smaller areas. These are called Castlequarter, Hillquarter, and Meehanquarter. Each "quarter" is a section of the townland.

Local Church

The main local Roman Catholic church in Coosan is called Queen of Peace church. It was built and opened in 1973.

Famous People from Coosan

Coosan has been home to several people who became well-known in sports and acting.

• Ray Connellan: He is an Australian rules footballer. This is a popular sport played mainly in Australia.
• Dessie Dolan: He is a famous Gaelic footballer. Gaelic football is a traditional Irish sport.
• Lisa Dwan: She is an actress. She has performed in many plays and shows.
• Robbie Henshaw: He is an international rugby player. He has played for the Irish national rugby team.
• Alan Sheehan: He is a football (soccer) player. He has played for various teams.