The former Carlton Hotel is to be renamed the Glen Eden Hotel and it is planned that it will be open for business by November 8.

Up to 40 people will be employed in the hotel, with an additional 15 in the initial stage of refurbishment.

The owner plans to have three bars, including a sports bar, a restaurant, three function rooms of various sizes that can cater for christenings, weddings, communions, confirmations, funerals and birthday parties.

The scenic hotel on the banks of the Erne has long been a favoured location for weddings.

Part of the attraction was that couples could come and leave by boat from the hotel.

So boats will be provided for that eventuality.

And it is hoped top put the Glen Eden on the entertainment map also. It is planned to have top bands like Boxtie, Dublin City Ramblers, The Logues, Whistling Donkeys, Brendan Grace, Smokie and Bagatelle on the bandstand.

Plans are also well advanced to attract tour buses to the Glen Eden next year.

Reacting to the news that the Glen Eden Hotel is due to open next month, Belleek newsagent Michelle Gallagher said it was “fantastic news”.

She added that it would be a huge asset to the town and would also bring welcome employment.

“It is just great news for Belleek, and shows there is a lot of good business acumen in the area.

“And it will bring more people into the town which is always very welcome”.