Places of Interest
| Historical population | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1821 | 5,849 | — |
| 1831 | 6,268 | +7.2% |
| 1841 | 5,458 | −12.9% |
| 1851 | 3,621 | −33.7% |
| 1861 | 3,072 | −15.2% |
| 1871 | 3,072 | +0.0% |
| 1881 | 3,159 | +2.8% |
| 1891 | 2,815 | −10.9% |
| 1901 | 2,557 | −9.2% |
| 1911 | 2,388 | −6.6% |
| 1926 | 2,805 | +17.5% |
| 1936 | 2,891 | +3.1% |
| 1946 | 2,887 | −0.1% |
| 1951 | 2,847 | −1.4% |
| 1956 | 2,834 | −0.5% |
| 1961 | 2,784 | −1.8% |
| 1966 | 3,001 | +7.8% |
| 1971 | 3,075 | +2.5% |
| 1981 | 3,378 | +9.9% |
| 1986 | 3,360 | −0.5% |
| 1991 | 3,271 | −2.6% |
| 1996 | 3,335 | +2.0% |
| 2002 | 4,004 | +20.1% |
| 2006 | 4,532 | +13.2% |
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The Cathedral of St. Brendan on the lakeshore, in the town centre, is considered an important repository of Celtic-revival art and architecture in Ireland. St. Brendan's Catholic Cathedral was designed by William Byrne in 1897 and completed five years later. Its double transepts are an unusual architectural feature. It contains some very fine internal decoration. Spring-fed, Loughrea Lake overlooked by Knockash is popular for trout, pike and perch fishing. The lake is home to many waterbirds. Migratory species from Europe live at the lake during the winters, and it provides nesting grounds for other species during the summer. The lake is listed as a site of international importance for the Shoveler and a site of national importance for the Coot and Tufted Duck. In addition it is frequently used for for water sports and swimming. Immediately behind the Loughrea boathouse are the remains of an old crannog. The Loughrea dwellers of another time would have sought protection from raiders by living in comparative security provided by the lake.
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