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Boyle| Market town in County Roscommon, Republic of Ireland; population (2002) 1,700. It is situated at the southern foot of the Curlew Mountains, 45 km/28 mi southeast of Sligo town, on the north bank of the River Boyle. Boyle has a considerable agricultural trade. The ruins of Boyle Abbey (founded by the Cistercians in 1161) can still be seen. |
| Many archaeological remains have been found at Lough Gara, 7 km/4 mi west of Boyle, including lake dwellings, boats, tools, and ornaments. One of the largest dolmens in Ireland is also nearby. |
| King House, a restored Georgian mansion, was built by Sir Henry King in 1730, and opened to the public in 1989. It was a military barracks for the Connaught Rangers regiment from 1788 to 1922, and later for the Irish Army. The building also houses the Una Bhán Tourism Centre, a heritage centre, and a craft shop. |
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