[3] The Melvin Hotel, previously owned by the McGovern family, was blown up in January 1972 during the middle of a Catholic wedding reception, by the IRA, reportedly as retaliation for allowing members of the security forces to stay on the premises.

[5] Tourist activities in the area include golfing, fishing, hill-walking, water sports, horse-riding, cycling, camping and caving.

[7] Belleek, approximately five miles away, is served by Bus Éireann route 30 every two hours each way for most of the day plus an overnight coach.

[8] Lough Melvin, which to the west of Garrison village, is home to the gillaroo or 'salmo stomachius', a species of trout which eats primarily snails.

This is due to the distinctive golden colour on its flanks with bright crimson and vermillion spots.