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Ireland’s North Ref Attraction See page… 1 Titanic Belfast 7 2 HMS Caroline 8 3 Belfast City Hall 8 Donegal Derry Larne Airport Belfast 4 Belfast City Sightseeing 9 Airport Belfast 5 Crumlin Road Gaol 9 6 St. Anne’s Cathedral 10 Sligo 7 St. George’s Market 10 8 The Great Light & Titanic Walkway 11 Ireland West Airport 9 Ulster Museum 12 Dublin 10 Antrim Castle Gardens 12 Airport 11 Flame Gasworks 12 Galway Athlone Dublin 12 Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Centre 13 Blue Flag Beaches 13 Shannon Airport Limerick Kilkenny 13 Glenoe Waterfall 14 14 Mid & East Antrim 14 Waterford Rosslare 15 Carnfunnock Country Park 14 Kerry Airport 16 Gracehill Village 15 Cork Cork Airport
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Ref Attraction See page… Ref Attraction See page… 17 Causeway Coastal Route 15 35 Drumlane Abbey & Round Tower 26 18 Rathlin West Light Seabird Centre 16 36 The Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Saint Felim 26 19 Giant’s Causeway Visitor Experience 16 37 Rossmore Forest Park 27 20 Lough Foyle Ferry 17 38 Clones Heritage Town 27 21 17th Century Walls 18 39 Carrickmacross Heritage Town 27 22 Ness Country Park 18 40 Ulster American Folk Park 28 23 Fanad Lighthouse 19 41 An Creagán 28 24 Glenveagh National Park 19 42 Armagh 29 25 Glebe House & Gallery 20 43 Armagh County Museum 29 26 Newmills Corn & Flax Mills 20 44 Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh 30 27 Donegal Castle 20 45 Navan Centre & Fort-Emain Macha 30 28 Slieve League Cliffs 21 46 Discover Boyne Valley 31 29 Waterworld & Bundoran Seaweed Baths 22 47 Old Mellifont Abbey 31 Blue Flag Beaches Donegal 22 48 Carlingford Lough Ferry 32 30 Belleek Pottery 23 49 Mourne Mountains 33 31 Castle Archdale Country Park 24 50 Tyrella Beach 33 32 Lough Erne 24 51 Murlough National Nature Reserve 34 33 Enniskillen Castle and Heritage Town 25 52 Exploris Aquarium 35 34 The Buttermarket Craft & Design Courtyard 25 53 Hillsborough Castle & Gardens 35 18 54 Mount Stewart 36 55 Ulster Transport Museum 36 56 20 19 Ulster Folk Museum 36 20 57 Pickie Funpark 37 17 A–Z Index 39 For details on Attraction Offers & Events visit YourDailyAdventure.com
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49 Admission Rates The admission rates quoted in this 48 publication are the normal rates for individual adult admissions, children and families. Many of the featured attractions 48 and entertainments do offer special rates for groups, students and seniors. The 39 Opening Dates and Times rates quoted are the 2020 rates. Opening Dates and Times are subject to change and may vary throughout the Errors and Omissions seasons and by day of week. Establishments Every care has been taken in the indicating ‘open year-round’ may still compilation of this guide to ensure close, for instance, on Christmas Day. We its accuracy and compliance with the recommend you verify dates and times consumer protection laws. Glance directly with each featured establishment, Promotions cannot accept responsibility 46 47 particularly if travelling distances. for errors or omissions, but where such Entertainments operate subject to demand are brought to our attention future and pre-booking is normally required. editions will be amended accordingly. 5 Ireland’s North has an enormous energy about it and offers the visitor truly authentic and rewarding experiences. You will find that whatever you seek for a great day out is always close by. Published by
This free publication aims to enhance your visitor experience by providing you with Plenty of choice Variety is the essence of a Publisher, John Rice. information on just some of the Published by Glance Promotions, managed visitor attractions and good holiday and Ireland’s Tipperary, Ireland. North certainly provides a wide Tel: 061–338588, places of interest open to the [email protected] public for you to enjoy during range of attractions and visitor www.glancepromotions.ie your visit. experiences to choose from. Design: OpticNerve.ie
From natures’ great coastal Detailed information is included on each attraction and visitor Associate Member of CLEFS D attractions, like the Giant’s S ’O E R L Causeway, to more relaxing experience including eircodes country parks. Industrial heritage, and sat nav co-ordinates, opening I R H times and admission rates. I S C social history, architectural H B R A N splendour, superb beaches, and intriguing museums are all First European Member of available for exploration. Enjoy! Finally, we do hope that you take the time to explore the rich heritage and delights of this wonderful region of Ireland and that your ‘Daily Adventure’ is a rewarding and enjoyable one.
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6 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Titanic Belfast Titanic Quarter, Belfast City
Contact Titanic Belfast, 1 Olympic Way Queen’s Road, Titanic Quarter Belfast, BT3 9EP Tel: 028 9076 6386 Intl: +44 28 9076 6386 [email protected] Belfast www.titanicbelfast.com Location Approaching Belfast on the M1 or M2, follow the signs to Belfast City Airport M3, taking the first exit for Titanic Quarter SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.6083, -5.9097 The birthplace of Titanic Opening Times Titanic Belfast, a World Leading Drawing ffices, where the Jan to Mar: 10:00–17:00h every day (last slot 15:15h) Tourist Attraction, is only ships were designed, the April to May: 09:00–18:00h every minutes away from Dublin and slipways where the ship was day (last slot 16:15h) a must-see for visitors to Ireland. launched and Titanic Belfast’s June to August: 08:30–19:00h every iconic structure. day (last slot 17:15h) Located on the spot where the Sept: 08:30–18:00h every day famous ship was designed and Guests can delve deeper and (last slot 16:15) launched, it’s nine interpretive jump on board the SS Nomadic, Oct to Dec: 10:00–17:00h every day (last slot 15:15h) and interactive galleries tell the last remaining White Star the story of the Titanic, from Line vessel and the biggest Admission Rates her conception in Belfast in Titanic artefact in the world. Ticket price available online the early s, through her Famous as a tender for Titanic, Information construction and launch, to her and a quarter of her si e in The Pantry, Galley Café and Hickson’s Point offer a wide range of famous maiden voyage and every dimension, guests can hearty menu options featuring the tragic end. marvel at the original ornate very best of Northern Irish produce. Titanic Store offers an exclusive Take the Discovery Tour and doors, panels, plasterwork and staircases that greeted first and range of clothing, gifts and unique explore hidden treasures memorabilia and walk in the footsteps of second class passengers on board, as well as see what life Parking the men that built Titanic. Parking available, secure The award-winning walking was like for the crew. It is now underground parking spaces. tour showcases the recently integrated in Titanic Belfast’s Parking charges apply, see website for more details revamped arland Wolff ticket price. To book, visit www.titanicbelfast.com
Want to become a Titanorac? ant to know more itanic facts than you could ever have imagined here’s no more authentic place and no better place to experience the itanic story than at itanic elfast. he nine gallery interactive attraction which is housed inside one of the world’s most revered architectural wonders appeals to visitors of all ages. It’s interactive galleries telling the story of itanic from her birth to her tragic demise more than years ago overlooks the very slipway on which the great liner was built. or more information check out www.titanicbelfast.com
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 7 HMS Caroline Titanic Quarter, Belfast City
A unique Survivor Contact njoy the new HMS Caroline Alexandra Dock, Titanic Quarter quayside visitor Belfast, BT3 9DT centre dedicated Tel: 028 9045 4484 to telling the Intl: +44 28 9045 4484 personal stories of [email protected] Belfast www.nmrn.org.uk those who served on the ‘Carry’. Location Approaching Belfast on the M1 or Then step aboard M2 follow the signs to Belfast City to see a powerful Airport (M3) and take the first exit film on the for Titanic Quarter drama of utland SatNav: Latitude/Longitude and experience 54.6134, -5.9024 Based in Belfast’s famous Titanic impressively restored cabins and Opening Times uarter, S Caroline is a First deck areas as well as an array Open Daily 10:00–17:00h World War-era naval ship now of state-of-the-art interactive Last admission 16:00h restored as a must-see floating exhibits. Admission Rates museum with an ama ing story Ticket prices available online Soak up the atmosphere as you to tell. find out about communication Information Café and shop on board Be immersed in life aboard this at sea in the Signal School, and unique vessel lone survivor continue to the Torpedo School Parking Car and coach parking available of history’s greatest naval before finishing your visit at the engagement… the Battle of authentic galley caf . utland Belfast City Hall Belfast City
Contact Located in the heart of Belfast City Belfast City Hall This iconic Portland stone The City all’s east wing on Donegall Square, Belfast BT1 5GS Tel: 028 9032 0202 and copper-domed buiding the ground floor has been Intl: +44 28 9032 0202 completed in , was built completely renovated to Belfast www.belfastcity.gov.uk as a symbol of Belfast’s new facilitate a visitor exhibition Location city status. The interior has a stretching over separate Located on Donegall Square, Belfast number of notable features rooms, offering a journey from City Centre including The Porte-Coch re the city’s past to present. SatNav: Latitude/Longitude and Grand ntrance, The Grand 54.5967, -5.9300 Staircase, The eception oom Opening Times and The Great all. Mon to Fri 09:00–17:00h Sat & Sun 10:00–17:00h In the grounds of City all (Times subject to change) visit the Titanic emorial Admission Rates Gardens which host the Titanic Free admission, public tours are free onument. The emorial of charge, donations welcome Garden was officially opened in Information , the th anniversary of Visitor exhibition time slots are the Titanic sinking. The garden’s offered every 15 minutes. Lunch & memorial plinth supports refreshments available in The Bobbin coffee shop bron e plaques which list, in alphabetical order, the names of Parking City Centre Car-parks , people who perished on S Titanic.
8 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Belfast City Sightseeing Contact Belfast City Sightseeing Booking Office Belfast City 10 Great Victoria Street Belfast, BT2 7BA Tel: 028 9032 1321 Intl: +44 28 9032 1321 Don’t miss a thing with a Hop-on Hop-off tour [email protected] Providing you with Belfast www.belfastcitysightseeing.com a comprehensive Location look at Belfast city There are 23 Hop-on/Hop-off bus stops. Stop 1: Castle Place (Outside and allowing you to Office shoe shop) explore every area See website for the full list and district of this SatNav: Latitude/Longitude unique place. Tours Castle Place: 54.5995, -5.9294 operate seven days Opening Times per week and tickets Tours available 7 days a week are valid for hours Admission Rates for one day pass Single day tickets: Adult £12.50, holders or 8 hours Child (U15) £6, Family (2+3) £31 if you purchase the Two day tickets: Adult £14, Child (U15) £7.50, Family (2+3) £35 two day ticket option. in six languages including, Discounts available if booking online If you do not op-on op-off nglish, French, Spanish, Italian, Information the tour lasts approx hour German and andarin. Multi-lingual services available minutes. Join the tour at any of the stops Day tours available from Belfast Tours depart from Castle Place to Giant’s Causeway and Game Parking Paid on street parking available in Belfast city centre but you of Thrones Tour visit can join the tour from any stop Castle court car parking is the www.irishtourtickets.com for closest car parking to the first stop along the route. The tour offers further information. a multi-lingual service available
Crumlin Road Gaol Contact Crumlin Road Gaol 53-55 Crumlin Road Belfast City Belfast, BT14 6ST Tel: 028 9074 1500 Intl: +44 28 9074 1500 Explore over 150 years of history [email protected] Belfast www.crumlinroadgaol.com witnessed births, deaths Location and marriages, as well as From M1 & M2 motorways follow executions, escapes, hunger- directions to Clifton street and follow signs for Crumlin Road Gaol strikes and riots. SatNav: Latitude/Longitude n your minute guided tour 54.6089, -5.9422 you will be taken through the Opening Times years and experience what life Open 7 days a week was like for those imprisoned Guided tours from 10:00–16:30h in The Crum . Step into the Admission Rates Circle and see each of the Adult £12, Child (5–15yrs) £7.50 wings radiate out. xplore (U5) Free, Senior/Student £10 C-Wing and see what prison Family (2+2) £30 Pre-book online for discount! conditions were like throughout the Gaol’s history, you will also Information Gift shop stocking full range make the journey through the Crumlin oad Gaol first opened of locally sourced gifts and Tunnel that connects the Gaol memorabilia. Coffee Shop open daily its gates to prisoners in 8 and the Courthouse. Visit the Licensed restaurant Cuffs Bar & Grill and was a fully operational Condemned an’s Cell and Regular jail themed live music events—full listings online prison, only closing its doors xecution Chamber, and finally, in . During that time visit the Grave Site where many Parking On-site car parking available the Gaol housed murderers, of the executed men still remain suffragettes, loyalist and to this very day. republican prisoners. It has
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 9 St. Anne’s Cathedral Belfast City
Hope in the City
Contact St. Anne’s Cathedral Donegall Street, Belfast, BT12 2HB Tel: 028 9032 8332 Intl: +44 28 9032 8332 Belfast www.belfastcathedral.org Location City Centre SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.6028, -5.9284 Opening Times Mon to Sat 09:00–17:00h Sun 13:00–15:00h In the heart of the city of and wonder of the greatness Sunday Services 11:00 & 15:30h Belfast, St. Anne’s Cathedral has of God. Admission Rates stood for over years as a The Cathedral welcomes tourists, Adult £5, Student/Senior £4 place of Christian worship. pilgrims, regular worshippers, Child (5–12 yrs) £3, Family (2+2) £12 Guided tours £6 There are beautiful works or merely those seeking a quiet of art to be seen mosaics, place to ponder alone. The ticket Parking The Cathedral car park is textiles, carvings and many price includes a guide book and conveniently located within the historical artifacts. It possesses volunteer stewards are on hand Cathedral Quarter in the City Centre an uncluttered spaciousness to offer information and guided that draws us into the awe tours on request.
St. George’s Market Belfast City
One of Belfast’s oldest attractions Contact Variety arket St. George’s Market on Friday offers 12-20 East Bridge Street over stalls Belfast, Antrim, BT1 3NQ Tel: 028 9043 5704 selling a variety of Intl: +44 28 9043 5704 products including Belfast [email protected] fruit, vegetables, Location antiques, books, Opposite the Belfast Waterfront. You clothes and fish. can access it via Oxford Street, May Street and East Bridge Street City Food and Craft arket on Saturday SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.5957, -5.9197 offers a huge range of local, continental Opening Times Built between 8 and 8 Friday Variety Market 06:00–15:00h and specialty foods as well this is one of the best markets Saturday Food & Craft Market in the and Ireland. It has as handmade crafts, flowers, 09:00–15:00h been selected for numerous plants and local photography, Sunday Variety, Food & Craft Market local and national titles and pottery, glass and metal work. 10:00–16:00h awards for its fresh, local Sunday arket is a mixture of Parking produce and great atmosphere. the Friday and Saturday markets There is a range of multi-story car It holds a weekly market on parks close to St. George’s Market with a special emphasis on local including: Waterfront Hilton, Lanyon Friday, Saturday Sunday. It arts and crafts. ou can also Place and Victoria Square also hosts a range of events expect live music from local throughout the year. bands.
10 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling The Great Light & Titanic Walkway Belfast City
Contact Titanic Foundation The Great Light & Titanic Walkway Titanic Quarter Belfast, BT3 9EP A world of maritime history Tel: 028 9073 0490 Dive into Belfast’s seafaring was modernised and converted Intl: +44 28 9073 0490 history and have a fun day out greatlighttq.org/visit/enquiries/ to solar power. Belfast www.greatlighttq.org exploring the aritime ile. Prepare to be fascinated by this Location Start at the historic Clarendon unique sight as the Great Light Located on Victoria Wharf Dock and Sailortown, make is over years old, weighs SatNav: Latitude/Longitude your way up to the Big Fish, tonnes and stands at seven 54.6018,-5.9086 across the Lagan Footbridge metres tall It hosts huge Fresnel Opening Times and through Titanic uarter, yper- adical lenses meaning All year taking in some of the city’s it has one of the strongest Admission Rates Free greatest attractions. lighthouse beams ever to shine Information ake sure you visit the Great While the Great Light is no Cafés, bars and shops all located Light, located on the Titanic longer aiding mariners, it has within easy walking distance Walkway, which connects the taken on a new role, that of Various community events along the waterside throughout the year Titanic and lympic Slipways bringing to life the story of to S Caroline and the lighthouses, their technological Thompson Dock. There are lots developments, and their of fantastic scenic viewpoints of lightkeepers and allowing the port along the way. visitors to immerse themselves The Great Light is one of the in a little bit of maritime history. largest and most breath-taking For more information optics ever built This optic gave on Ireland’s lighthouses ew Island Lighthouse on the experiences visit Copeland Islands the traditional www.greatlighthouses.com revolving light and helped to guide seafarers to and from Belfast Lough until . The light was moved from ew Titanic Foundation Island in as the lighthouse
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 11 Contact Ulster Museum Ulster Museum Botanic Gardens, Belfast, H12 X977 Tel: 028 9044 0000 Belfast City Intl: +44 28 9044 0000 [email protected] Come face to face with www.nmni.com dinosaurs, meet an gyptian SatNav: Latitude/Longitude ummy and see modern 54.5822, -5.9357 masterpieces with a visit to the Opening Times lster useum. As Northern Open year round. Tue to Sun 10:00– 17:00h. Closed Mondays except Bank Ireland’s treasure house of the Holidays past and present, the museum Admission Rates is home to a rich collection Free of art history and natural sciences, impressive galleries, Parking Limited on-street parking. Park & Ride interactive discovery ones and is free to all visitors. facilities at Bridge End, York Street, useum ighlights Troubles and Beyond xhibition, Changing Blacks Road and Sprucefield Views xhibition and lements xhibition.
Antrim Castle Gardens Contact Antrim Castle Gardens Randalstown Road, Antrim Antrim, Co. Antrim Co. Antrim, BT41 4LH Tel: 028-9448 1338 Intl: +44 (0)28 9448 1338 A restored late th century clotworthy.reception@ Anglo-Dutch water garden antrimandnewtownabbey with ponds, long canals, a www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/ visitors large Parterre, Wilderness, an ancient Norman motte SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.7180, -6.2263 and buildings, including a Barbican Gate Lodge and Opening Times Open year round. Mon, Wed & Fri Clotworthy ouse a coach 09:00–17:00h Tue & Thurs 09:00– yard and stable block in a 21:30h, Sat & Sun 10:00–17:00h Dutch style built in the 8 ’s. Closed Jul 12, Dec 25 & 26 and Jan 01 New visitor facilities include Admission Rates a Garden Coffee Shop, Gift Free admission Shop, and riel Gallery. Parking Free onsite parking
Contact Flame Gasworks Flame Gasworks Museum, 44 Irish Quarter West, Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim, BT38 8AT Tel: 028 9336 9575 Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim Intl: +44 28 9336 9575 [email protected] Flame Gasworks is Ireland’s www.flamegasworks.co.uk sole surviving gasworks SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.7145, -5.8117 and the largest in Western Opening Times urope. It opened in 8 May to Aug: Daily (except Sat), 14:00– and supplied Carrickfergus 17:00h. Sept: Mon to Fri 14:00–17:00h with coal gas until . Open by appointment at all other times It closed in 8 but was Last tour 16:00h restored by Carrickfergus Admission Rates Free, donations welcome Gasworks Preservation Society Information as a visitor attraction in . Guided Tours, Exhibition, Toilets, View the retorts, ascend Wheelchair friendly, Disabled parking, the gasholder, and browse the Meeting room, Shop, Research library collection of appliances. Parking A fascinating visit guaranteed Public car park at Carrickfergus Castle
12 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Centre Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim
The Ulster American and Ulster Scots connection Contact impressive exhibition Andrew Jackson Cottage and US Rangers Centre on the life and 2 Boneybefore career of Andrew Carrickfergus ackson - Co. Antrim BT38 7EQ 8 th President Tel: 028 9335 8241 Intl: +44 28 9335 8241 of the nited States www.midandeastantrim.gov.uk of America whose Carrickfergus Location parents emigrated Located 1 mile from Carrickfergus, from here in . off the Larne Road-Donaldson’s Avenue The S angers Centre is located SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.7227, -5.7835 A traditional thatched cottage on-site, a museum dedicated to the men of the Opening Times built in the s by the Open Wed to Sun 11:00–15:00h Donaldson family and lived in first battalions of the elite American Army nit the Admission Rates by them until . It has been Free admission restored to its original state S angers that was first Information including an open fireplace ‘activated’ in Carrickfergus in . The display includes Guided tours available (must be pre- with a daub and wattle canopy booked) Café on-site and hanging crane. The interior documents, uniforms and photographs and other material Parking includes a dresser, sponge wear Free parking crockery and iron pots and detailing this famous combat griddles. The centre has an unit.
Blue Flag Beaches
Enjoy a day at the beach Contact For up-to-date listings of current certain to never be Blue Flag Beaches please drop into far away from a great any visitor information centre day out at the beach. www.blueflag.org The miles of beaches SatNav: Latitude/Longitude Northern Ireland are great for Ballycastle: 55.2047, -6.2311 swimming, exploring Ballyronan Marina: rock pools and all 54.7092, -6.5295 sorts of beach fun. Bangor Marina: 54.6642,0-5.6695 Carrickfergus Marina: There are plenty of 54.7111, -5.8142 water activities to be Cranfield West: 54.0303, -6.0739 enjoyed from sub- Downhill: 55.1663, -6.8214 aqua, sailing, diving, Magilligan, Benone Strand: With such an extensive coastline 55.1871, -6.9576 around Ireland’s North, you water skiing, rowing, canoeing, Murlough: 54.2570, -5.8450 would expect to find quality land yachting and surfing. Go Portrush: 55.1981, -6.6592 Portstewart: 55.1719, -6.7272 beaches... and you won’t be dolphin or whale watching or relax with the many boat Tyrella Beach: 54.2536, -5.7469 disappointed. The naturally Whiterocks: 55.2073, -6.6587 stunning formations of the experiences and cruises Louth coastline provide long stretches available. If you enjoy the great Clogherhead: 53.7991, -6.2615 Port Lurganboy: 53.8270, -6.2702 of golden sand and impressive outdoors, there’s no better place for a holiday or a day out. Shellinghill/Templetown: sand dunes. 53.9787, -6.1586 There’s so much to see and do With several beaches meeting the Blue Flag standard you are
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Gleno, Co. Antrim
A beautiful waterfall nestling Contact in the glens of Antrim. Glenoe Waterfall Located only a short stroll Waterfall Road, Gleno m from the charming Co. Antrim, BT40 3LE Tel: 028 9064 7787 village of Gleno, steps and Intl: +44 (0)28 9064 7787 paths wind around a small www.nationaltrust.org.uk glen with one of the most SatNav: Latitude/Longitude picturesque waterfalls in 54.7995, -5.8324 Northern Ireland. Don’t miss Information this favourite photographic Open year round location. Free admission 30 foot waterfall Parking 2 small car parks accessible from B99 Mid & East Antrim Shaped by Sea & Stone Islandmagee, Co. Antrim Contact The Gobbins 68 Middle Road, Islandmagee Discover a region that has been Co. Antrim, BT40 3SL Shaped by Sea Stone located Tel: 028 2563 5010 on the famous Causeway Coastal Intl: +44 (0)28 2563 5010 [email protected] oute and home to The Gobbins www.shapedbyseaandstone.com Cliff Path and many Game of SatNav: Latitude/Longitude Thrones filming locations. The 54.7833, -5.7068 region offers great attractions and a Opening Times range of experiences from Whiskey Open year round: Tasting to blacksmithing. For food Please check website for details lovers try the award-winning beef Admission Rates salmon at Glenarm Castle, locally Admission rates vary produced craft beer at illstown Parking Brewery or why not try the local Parking available at the various delicacy, Lough Neagh eels attractions
Contact Carnfunnock Country Park Mid and East Antrim BC Coast Road, Larne, Co. Antrim, BT40 2DG Tel: 028 2826 2471 Larne, Co. Antrim Intl: +44 28 2826 2471 carnfunnockreception@ midandeastantrim.gov.uk Whether it’s adventure or www.carnfunnock.co.uk escape you’re looking for, SatNav: Latitude/Longitude there’s something for everyone 54.8909, -5.8452 at Carnfunnock Packed full of Opening Times exciting attractions, the park Open Year Round offers panoramic views of the Spring/Summer 09:00–dusk (21:00 Jul Antrim Coast thanks to its & Aug). Autumn/Winter 09:00–16:30 Subject to weather conditions stunning location. ou’ll find Closed Dec 25 over hectares of mixed Admission Rates woodland, colourful gardens, Entry free—small charge for some walking trails, children’s play activities park and weekend events. Parking Bookings welcome for the touring Parking charges apply at certain times. See website for further details. caravan park and campground. 14 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Gracehill Village Gracehill Village, Co. Antrim
Northern Ireland’s first Conservation Area In Gracehill was founded Brothers and Sisters Walks, on by the oravians, it is a village either side of the Church. These in County Antrim, Northern burial grounds are still in use Ireland. It is Northern Ireland’s today. First Conservation area. Contact In Gracehill was Gracehill Village Today the village is very designated a Conservation Ballymena, Co. Antrim www.gracehillvillage.org reminiscent of what it was Area, it has also won many Gracehill like in the 8th century with awards including the uropa Location the layout of buildings and Nostra Award. It lies about 2 miles from Ballymena and is in the townland the unique Georgian style of of Ballykennedy. It is part of the architecture remaining Borough of Ballymena the same. SatNav: Latitude/Longitude In the centre of the 54.8545, -6.2763 village the oravian Information Church can be found, Restaurants & Shop facing the square and Parking flanked by the anse Yes and the Warden’s ouse. The burial ground, also known as ‘’Gods Acre’’ can be reached from the Causeway Coastal Route Coleraine, Co. Londonderry
One of the World’s Great Road Journeys The Causeway Coastal oute and heroic past. from Belfast Lough to Lough The Causeway Coastal Foyle is a kaleidoscope oute provides a journey of journey of natural wonders, a exploration, where imagination Contact unique blend of majesty and meets reality and where every Causeway Coast & Glens Borough outstanding beauty. Council village and town, castle and Cloonavin, 66 Portstewart Road To travel along the Causeway rocky shore are waiting to be Coleraine, BT52 1EY Coastal oute is to experience discovered. Northern Ireland one of the most dramatic Tel: 028 7034 7034 Intl: :+44 28 7034 7034 drives in the world. It is www.visitcausewaycoastandglens.com now rated as one of the www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk World’s Great oad ourneys. Information Some miles of stunning The Causeway Coastal Route coastline will transport you is a way-marked 120 mile trail. past rugged and windswept Information available at all Tourist Information Centres cliffs, spectacular scenery and fabulous unspoilt beaches. It’s a coastline sprinkled with historic castles, churches and forts. any are now just ruins but each holds the memories of a mysterious
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 15 Rathlin West Light Seabird Centre Co. Antrim
Contact A Great Lighthouse of Ireland Rathlin West Light Seabird Centre Rathlin Island, Ballycastle sounds of so many Co. Antrim, BT54 6RT seabirds at such close Tel: 028 2076 0062 quarters is an experience Intl: +44 28 2076 0062 www.greatlighthouses.com you’ll never forget. Rathlin Island www.rspb.org.uk/rathlinisland nown as Ireland’s Location only ‘upside down’ Located on Rathlin Island lighthouse, be sure to SatNav: Latitude/Longitude take a tour of it and 55.3004,-6.2797 embrace the views from Opening Times its cliff-face vantage Open Apr 01 to Sept 13 point to get a real insight Apr & Sept 11:00–16:00h into light keeping life. May to Aug 10:00–17:00h Located on athlin Island, off Last admission is one hour before the coast of Northern Ireland, Whether you’re interested closing time athlin boasts three lighthouses in wildlife, curious about Admission Rates including the unique athlin engineering or history, or Adult £5 West Light, which is home simply want to experience the Child £2.50 RSPB Members Free to one of the largest seabird wonder of this island the SPB colonies in the . very year team will help you get the most Information thousands of seabirds return to Ferry: Ballycastle to Rathlin. Private out of your visit. bus from the harbour to the West breed here including guillemots, To plan more visits to Great Light or a hilly 4.5mile walk ra orbills, kittiwakes, fulmars Lighthouses of Ireland see and puffins. The sights and www.greatlighthouses.com Giant’s Causeway Visitor Contact Experience Giant’s Causeway Visitor Experience 44 Causeway Road, Bushmills Bushmills, Co. Antrim Co. Antrim BT57 8SU Tel: 028 2073 1855 Intl: +44 28 2073 1855 [email protected] Unlock the mystery and stories of the landscape www.nationaltrust.org.uk/giants- Bushmills volcanic activity million causeway years ago. State of the Location art interpretation within On B147, 2mls from Bushmills village the award winning SatNav: Latitude/Longitude Visitor Centre unlocks the 55.2408, -6.5116 mystery and stories of this Opening Times ama ing landscape and Open year round Daily Jan to Mar 09:00–17:00h offers a glimpse into the Apr, May & Oct 09:00–18:00h wonder that is the Giant’s Jun to Sept 09:00–19:00h Causeway. Visitors can Nov & Dec 09:00–16:00h explore way-marked trails Visitor Centre closes Dec 24/25/26 Last entry to visitor centre 1hr and enjoy spectacular before closing coastal scenery Admission Rates accompanied by an Adult/Senior £13.50 innovative outdoor audio- Child/Student (U18) £6.75 guide and orientation Child (U5) Free, Family £33.75 The Giant’s Causeway, Northern information available in Information a range of languages including Guided Tours, Café, Gift shop Ireland’s N SC World Interactive Exhibition eritage Site, is a geological nglish, French, German, wonder - composed of over Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Parking Parking included in admission rates , interlocking basalt Portuguese, ussian, Polish, andarin and apanese. columns resulting from intense
16 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Lough Foyle Ferry Greencastle, Donegal
From the Wild Atlantic Way to the Causeway Coastal Route Thanks to a -minute trip on the Foyle Ferry you have more time to visit the beaches Contact along the North Antrim and Lough Foyle Ferry North West coasts, each the re-appearance of Luke The Pier Greencastle, Donegal waiting to have sand castles Skywalker in the final scene. built on them. There are also F93 AH34 The franchise returned to film Tel: 074 938 1901 lots of real castles and scenery again for The Last edi . Int: +353 74 938 1901 to admire including alin Greencastle/ www.loughfoyleferry.com The Foyle Ferry connects Magilligan Point ead the stunning most a plethora of new and Location northerly point in Ireland Greencastle: Follow signs for Moville long established brewing orn ead a Special Area of then Greencastle. Once you come establishments and a multitude into Greencastle village turn right Conservation Torr ead and of terrific places to eat, drink onto the Pier. Eircode F93 AH34 of course Northbur, Glenveigh, and enjoy local hospitality. Magilligan Point: From Coleraine, Dunluce Derry’s City Walls and Surfers, golfers, cyclists, hill follow the A2 to point road, take the ussenden Temple. B202 to Magilligan Point BT49 0LR walkers, heritage fans and The Causeway Coast and Glens families looking for fun and SatNav: Latitude/Longitude are home to several Game Greencastle: 55.2033, -6.9875 adventure - all travel on the Magilligan Point: 55.1871, -6.9577 of Thrones filming including Foyle Ferry, which runs from the Caves of Cushendun, Sailing Times une through to mid September. June to Sept Ballintoy arbour and the All your summer relaxation and 09:00-20:15h Dark edges. Along the coast Please check website for up to date fun is catered for either side of in Donegal, alin ead is sailings Lough Foyle and beyond. Visit so breathtaking, Star Wars Fares loughfoyleferry.com filmed the final sequence of Car single: €17 / £15 The Force Awakens with Car return: €22 / £19 For all ticket types please check www.loughfoyleferry.com Spectacular scenery (Full pricelist is displayed on website) Tickets can be purchased on board It’s officially summer when the oyle erry is back on the water the ferry ravelling from agilligan oint across ough oyle to reencastle in ounty onegal the oyle erry connects the ild tlantic ay and the auseway oastal oute. he crossing is spectacularly beautiful from the shadows of inevenagh ountain to the Inishowen eninsula.
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 17 17th Century Walls Derry-Londonderry
A Step Back In Time Take a step back in time and visit Derry-Londonderry where you will find a city crammed full of heritage and Derry / Londonderry history. Location This is the only Derry-Londonderry remaining SatNav: Latitude/Longitude completely walled 55.0067,-7.3816 city in Ireland. The Opening Times walls were built Cities. This is truly a walled All Year in - 8 as a defence for town that has preserved its Admission Rates the early seventeenth century enaissance style street plan . Free of Charge settlers from ngland and The four original gates to the Information Scotland. city were called Bishop’s Gate, Tours available from the Tourist Information Centre The walls provide a walkway Ferryquay Gate, Butcher Gate around the inner city, are and Shipquay Gate. between and feet and are one of the greatest examples in urope of Walled
Ness Country Park Derry-Londonderry
Nature at its best With over km of stunning woodland and riverside walks all you need are Derry / walking shoes Londonderry and a picnic Location Be captivated Derry-Londonderry by the stunning SatNav: Latitude/Longitude waterfall, 54.9518,-7.1810 observe the Opening Times wildlife in their All Year natural habitat Admission Rates or simply take Free of Charge Get away from the hustle and time out to bustle of daily life and take Information enjoy the views, whatever Visitor Centre onsite a moment to savour all that your passion this park offers nature has to offer. In the steep Parking the perfect haven to relax an Free onsite parking available wooded Glen of Burntollet unwind. iver, south west of Derry Londonderry lies Ness Country Park. ffering something for all nature lovers.
18 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Fanad Lighthouse Contact Fanad Lighthouse Fanad, Co. Donegal Fanad, Co. Donegal, F92 YC03 Tel: 083 809 1199 Intl: +353 83 809 1199 [email protected] A Great Lighthouse of Ireland www.greatlighthouses.com Fanad rugged scenery and to really www.fanadlighthouse.com explore the wild and wonderful Location natural world around you. Located on the Eastern shore of Fanad Peninsula Lough Swilly, a glacial fjord, is regularly visited by whales, SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 55.2761,-7.6319 porpoises and dolphins. Opening Times Learn more about Fanad Apr, May, June & Sept: Lighthouse by taking a guided Tues to Sun, 10:00–17:00h Standing between idyllic Lough tour, during which you can Jul & Aug: climb to the top of the tower Open 7 days a week, 10:00–18:00h Swilly and ulroy Bay, Fanad Oct to Mar: Lighthouse has been voted one for spectacular views of Limited opening hours. Please check of the most beautiful lighthouses land and sea. There’s a craft website in the world. shop with a range of unique Admission Rates With its location in the Donegal and local gifts and a caf with Adult €10, Child €3, Child (U5) Free Family (2+2) €22, (2+3) €25 Gaeltacht an Irish speaking a view that’s hard to beat. r area on the eastern shore of the to truly get away from it all, Information Online booking windswept Fanad Peninsula, it’s enjoy a relaxing stay at one of the characterful lightkeepers’ www.fanadlighthouse.com little wonder that this lighthouse Children must be 1.2m to climb tower houses. is a Wild Atlantic Way highlight. Parking Give yourself plenty of time to To plan more visits to Great Parking on site take in this coastal corner Lighthouses of Ireland see time to take in the sensational, www.greatlighthouses.com
Glenveagh National Park Pairc Náisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
Conserving plants, animals and landscapes Contact Glenveagh National Park including most of the Churchill, Letterkenny Derryveagh ountains. Co. Donegal, F92 P993 Tel: 076 100 2537 The wild setting Intl: +44 76 100 2537 around Lough Veagh [email protected] hosts the largest herd Letterkenny www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie of ed Deer in urope Location and since is 24km north-west of Letterkenny and can be reached via the villages of home to Ireland’s only Kilmacrennan or Churchill Golden agles. SatNav: Latitude/Longitude The Castle is 55.0595, -7.9393 surrounded by Opening Times extensive, ornate and The park is open all year round renowned gardens, Visitor facilities: 09:00–17:00h Glenveagh National Park lies with a rich variety of Admission Rates in the heart of the Derryveagh trees, shrubs and flowers from National Park & Visitor Centre: Free around the world. Castle Tour: Adult €7, Senior/ ountains in the North- Student/Child (6+yrs) €5, Family €15 West of County Donegal. It There is a beautifully located Admission to castle is by guided tour is a remote and hauntingly tearoom in the castle courtyard only and takes aprox. 30mins beautiful wilderness of rugged open all year round, where Parking mountains and pristine lakes. one can enjoy delicious home On-site car park The Park, over , hectares baking freshly made in the is the former Glenveagh state, castle kitchen.
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 19 Glebe House & Gallery
(The Derek Hill Collection) Contact Glebe House and Gallery Letterkenny, Co. Donegal Churchill, Letterkenny Co. Donegal, F92 WP70 A egency ouse dated Tel: 074-913 7071 Intl: +353 74 913 7071 8 8, set in woodland [email protected] gardens, decorated with www.heritageireland.ie William orris textiles, as SatNav: Latitude/Longitude well as Islamic and apanese 54.9520, -7.7308 art. The collection includes Opening Times works by leading th Please see www.glebegallery.ie for century artists Picasso, detailed opening times okoshka and also Irish and Admission Rates Italian artists. xhibitions Adult €5, Senior €4 are shown in the adjoining Child/Student €3, Family €13 Gallery Free of Charge gallery. Access to ground floor of the Gallery for people Parking Car & coach parking available with disabilities. Newmills Corn & Flax Mills Contact Letterkenny, Co. Donegal Newmills Corn and Flax Mills Churchill Road, Letterkenny With the oldest surviving Co. Donegal, F92 F205 building said to be years Tel: 074-912 5115 Intl: +353 74 912 5115 old this whole complex is [email protected] an interesting reminder of www.heritageireland.ie a stage in the industrial SatNav: Latitude/Longitude development of Ireland, 54.9292, -7.8082 which has given way to a Opening Times more sophisticated, but far May 21 to Sept 30 less fascinating technology. Daily 10:00–18:00h xperience the pleasure of Last admission 45 mins before closing seeing one of the largest Admission Rates waterwheels in Ireland Free of Charge in action as it drives the Parking machinery of the corn mill. Parking available
Contact Donegal Castle Donegal Castle Donegal Town Donegal Town, Co. Donegal Co. Donegal, F94 P996 Tel: 074-972 2405 Intl: +353 74 972 2405 Built by the ’Donnell chieftain [email protected] in the th century this Castle www.heritageireland.ie has extensive th century SatNav: Latitude/Longitude additions. It is furnished 54.6550, -8.1105 throughout and includes Opening Times Persian rugs and French Easter to mid-Sept, Daily 10:00–18:00h tapestries. Information panels Mid-Sept to Easter, Thu–Mon 09:30–16:30h chronicle the history of the Last admission 45 mins before closing Castle owners from the Admission Rates ’Donnell chieftains to the Adult €5, Child/Student €3 Brooke family. Limited access Senior/Group €4, Family €13 for people with disabilities. Parking Car & coach parking available close to site
20 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Slieve League Cliffs Teelin, Co. Donegal
One of the highest and fi nest Contact Slieve League Cliffs marine cliffs in Europe Teelin, Co. Donegal, F94 DH92 Slieve League Cliffs, situated monastic site, and ruins of the Tel: 074 973 9077 on the south west coast of monks stone dwellings. Intl: +353 74 973 9077 Teelin www.slieveleaguecliffs.ie Donegal, are one of the highest This is a sacred mountain, for and finest sea cliffs in Europe. Location over a thousand years there 45 mins from Donegal Town on the At 601 metres (1,972 ft) views was a Christian pilgrimage, N56 and R263 from here include Donegal no doubt Slieve League was 20 mins from Killybegs on the R263 Bay and surrounding counties a sacred mountain before the SatNav: Latitude/Longitude Leitrim, Sligo and Mayo. Christians arrived here. 54.6343, -8.6460 To the west is the Atlantic Please remember when visiting, Information Ocean, and North west is not to disturb the monuments Café & Craft Shop Rathlin O’Byrne Island and of Irish cultural heritage. There Parking Glencolmcille. Nearby is are no fences, so please respect Car parking available Benbulbin with its megalithic the area. tombs and mythical links to If you wish to learn more, visit Finn McCool and the Fiona the Slieve League Cliffs centre. of old, and Knoch na Rí at Carrowmore where one of the largest and oldest known Neolithic cemeteries in Europe lies. The area is full of history, Inishmurry—home to early Celtic Christian monks, and the port of Killala in Mayo—scene of the French landings in 1798, the remains of Ade McBric’s chapel—an early Christian
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 21 Waterworld Contact Waterworld, Atlantic Way & Bundoran Seaweed Baths Bundoran, Co. Donegal, F94 DR9V Tel: 071 984 1172 Bundoran, Co. Donegal Intl: +353 71 984 1172 [email protected] www.waterworldbundoran.com Bundoran Ireland’s premier indoor aqua playground Location Sea Front Atlantic Way Bundoran Waterworld is Ireland’s premier indoor SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.4807, -8.2788 aqua adventure playground. njoy Opening Times Easter Daily From Good Friday 12:00– the waves without 18:00h. April, May, Bank Hols (ROI) the sand and the heat and first 2 weekends Sept without the sunscreen June Mon to Fri 11:00–17:00h ecipients of the Sat to Sun 12:00–18:00h July & Aug Daily 10:00–18:00h Ireland Active National uality Bundoran Seaweed Baths Last entry 1 hour before closing Standard Award ensuring your A Natural, ealthy and family experience will be of the Admission Rates rganic experience Adult €13.50, Child(8–17yrs) €12.50 highest standard Nestled in the heart of the Wild Child (3–7yrs) €11, Child (U3) Free Fantastic Family Fun Facilities Atlantic Way with stunning Family Passes available. Groups €9.50 • Four great Flumes—Whizzer, Senior €8. Additional needs €8 views of Donegal Bay. njoy a Carers go free. Parent/carer (8–12yrs) Tornado,Twister, and Gravity tranquil environment where you must sign consent form and leave • Wave Pool & Slide Pool can soak away your aches and contact details • Rapids energise your body. nwind Information • Multi-Lane Slide in an individual or dual room Vending. Café facility Jul/Aug only • Pirate Ship with complimentary seaweed Parking • Toddler Pool facemask. Complete your Seasonal paid parking on-site • Aqua Slide experience with a saltwater Free parking at West End Car Park • And many more great Child drench shower and post bath friendly features seaweed serum Blue Flag Beaches of Donegal
Enjoy a day at the beach certain to never be far away from a great day out at the beach. The miles of beaches are great for swimming, exploring Contact rock pools and all For up-to-date listings of current sorts of beach fun. Blue Flag Beaches please drop into There are plenty of any visitor information centre water activities to be www.blueflag.org enjoyed from sub- SatNav: Latitude/Longitude aqua, sailing, diving, Carrickfinn: 55.0438, -8.3401 With such an extensive Cludaff: 55.2859, -7.1651 coastline around Donegal, you water skiing, rowing, canoeing, Dowings: 55.1945, -7.8340 would expect to find quality land yachting and surfing. Go Fintra: 54.6523, -8.4951 Killahoey: 55.1885, -7.9553 beaches... and you won’t be dolphin or whale watching or relax with the many boat Magherawardan: 55.1824, -7.6057 disappointed. The naturally Marble Hill: 55.1771, -7.9024 stunning formations of the experiences and cruises Murvagh: 54.5945, -8.1646 coastline provide long stretches available. If you enjoy the great Portnoo/Naran: 54.8400, -8.4631 Rathmullan: 55.1267, -7.5538 of golden sand and impressive outdoors, there’s no better place for a holiday or a day out. Rossnowlagh: 54.5510, -8.2111 sand dunes. Shroove: 55.2295, 6.9318 There’s so much to see and do With several beaches meeting the Blue Flag standard you are
22 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Belleek Pottery Belleek, Co. Fermanagh
Contact Award-Winning Visitor Attraction Belleek Pottery Ltd, 3 Main Street, Belleek Pottery Visitor Centre nce your tour is complete you Belleek,Co. Fermanagh, N.Ireland is a memorable experience, may have time to enjoy some BT93 3FY Tel: 028 6865 9300 like no other. An award- refreshments in the restaurant or 028 6865 8501 winning visitor attraction, where all food is served Intl: +44 28 6865 9300 it is Ireland’s oldest working on Belleek Tableware. The or +44 28 6865 8501 pottery. Visitors enjoy the restaurant overlooks the banks [email protected] www.belleekpottery.ie combined presentation of of Lough rne. Finally, indulge Belleek industrial heritage, design in a little shopping from the Location From Enniskillen follow A46 to and craftsmanship. Visitor vast range of specially designed Belleek. From Dublin, take the N3 to Centre Guides will take you products, many of which are Enniskillen. From Belfast, take M1 to on a -minute pottery tour handmade in Belleek. Ballygawley and A4 to Enniskillen where you will see the n-site facilities include SatNav: Latitude/Longitude steps of how this world famous 54.4790, -8.0932 • Belleek etail Showroom product has been created since • Belleek Self Service estaurant Opening Times 8 . Visitor participation is Open All year round Mon to Fri Seats encouraged throughout the 09:00–17:30h and weekends from • Pottery useum of Belleek March to Dec tour, gla ing product and Artefacts Tours: Mon to Fri Year round breaking imperfect pieces. • ose Isle Garden and Picnic Sat Jun to Sept. No tours on Sun Details on web Children visiting Belleek enjoy Area following Bloomfields Trail. Open Good Friday and Easter • Audio Visual Presentation Monday (no tours on these days) Called after ohn Caldwell available in 8 languages Bloomfield, founder of Belleek Admission Rates • Bloomfield’s trail animated Adult £6, Senior/Student £4 Pottery, the trail has been Children’s Tour Child (U12) Free developed to accommodate • N SI T photographic Information younger visitors to the pottery exhibition Restaurant, Shopping, Museum, visitor centre telling the story of Multilingual AV & Visitor Guides how the pottery is made using Parking the character of r Bloomfield. Car and coach parking available
4 star grading he Northern Ireland ourist oard have awarded the elleek ottery isitor entre a star grading. NI ’s uality rading cheme for isitor ttractions is designed to provide visitors with uality grading information on Northern Ireland’s tourist attractions whilst assisting operators to maintain and continually improve the uality of their offering.
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 23 Castle Archdale Country Park Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
Country Park on the Shores of Lower Lough Erne
Contact Castle Archdale Country Park Rossmore Lisnarick, Enniskillen Co. Fermanagh BT94 1PP Tel: 028 6862 1588 Intl: +44 28 6862 1588 Enniskillen Location Located off B82 Enniskillen to Kesh Road, 10 miles from Enniskillen, 5 miles from both Kesh & Irvinestown SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.4777, -7.7283 Visitors can enjoy walks in the etc. Families may also enjoy a Opening Times park that will take you past cycle trail waymarked around Country Park open year round the lough shore, the deer park the park. Facilities available 10:00–17:00h enclosure, wildfowl ponds, A must see for all visitors is Admission Rates Free wildflower meadow and the Archdale Centre, which butterfly garden. contains various exhibitions Information Throughout the park evidence including ‘Castle Archdale at Tea Rooms & Shop (seasonal opening) of the - War can be War’. The exhibition highlights Parking found. During the war Lough Castle Archdale’s important role Car & coach parking (in Courtyard) rne played an important role in WW as the most westerly as the most westerly flying- flying-boat station, from which boat station. Today visitors can aircraft protected the allied explore ammunition dumps, convoys from the -boat threat flying-boat docks, slit trenches in the North Atlantic.
Lough Erne
Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
pper and Lower Lough rne are widened sections of the iver Contact rne with the town Lough Erne of nniskillen situated Enniskillen on the short stretch of Co. Fermanagh the river between the Location lakes. An area popular Enniskillen is about 2 hours drive from Belfast and 2 & 1/2 hours from Dublin for angling and watersports with waterskiing, rowing, canoeing, sailing and wakeboarding being amongst the most popular. Information Castles, museums, monastic settlements and round towers are Lough Erne is approximately 40 miles (64km) long and has an average width located on the many islands in the area. Spend a few hours or of 5 miles (8km) even moor up for an overnight adventure on some of the islands. Further information available at Popular for cruising holidays, this is a hub for boating enthusiasts. www.fermanaghlakelands.com
24 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Enniskillen Castle Contact and Heritage Town Enniskillen Castle and Heritage Town Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, BT74 7HL Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh Tel: 028 6632 5000 Intl: +44 28 6632 5000 [email protected] nniskillen, Ireland’s only island town, www.enniskillencastle.co.uk is the county town of Fermanagh. SatNav: Latitude/Longitude nniskillen Castle, which was built 54.3461, -7.6444 years ago by the Gaelic aguires, was Opening Times strategically important throughout its Year Round: Mon to Fri & B/H NI & ROI history, and now houses Fermanagh 09:30*–17:00h, Sat 11:00–17:00h Jun to Sept, Sun 11:00–17:00h Visitor Information Centre, Fermanagh *09:30h Visitor Centre open County useum and the Inniskillings 10:00h for museum galleries useum. The site re-launched Admission Rates in August . new galleries Adult £5, Child £3.50, Child U5 Free interpret Fermanagh’s rich heritage Senior/Student £3.50 and a genealogy service is available Family (2+2) £13.50 afternoons week. Caf and Shop Parking on-site. Free parking available The Buttermarket Craft & Design Courtyard Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh
Contact The Buttermarket Craft & Design Courtyard, Down Street, Enniskillen Co. Fermanagh, BT74 7DU Tel: 028 6632 3117 Intl: +44 28 6632 3117 Enniskillen Location The Buttermarket Craft & Design Courtyard is located in the heart of Enniskillen. The town is located almost exactly in the Centre of the County on the natural island which separates the Upper and Lower Craft & Design Centre sections of Lough Erne SatNav: Latitude/Longitude oused in the restored early handmade jewellery, textiles, 54.3463, -7.6381 th century dairy market, picture framing and original art Opening Times Buttermarket Craft Design can be found in the beautifully Open 10:00–17:30h, Monday to Courtyard comprises of renovated buildings. Saturday all year round seventeen art and craft units, a Visitors can enjoy the relaxed Admission Rates coffee shop and a gift shop. The atmosphere of the Buttermarket, Free buildings have been tastefully while being surrounded by Information renovated and add to the a feast of contemporary and Rebecca’s Coffee Shop & Boston shopping experience. inspirational gifts from the Quay treasure house Buttermarket is the central focus shops, studios and galleries Parking for the thriving craft industry in of some of Ireland’s top crafts Free Parking Fermanagh as it is situated in people and artists. While at the the heart of nniskillen. centre enjoy tasty and delicious A number of crafts such as homemade fayre from ebecca’s pottery, fly-tying, ceramics, Coffee Shop.
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 25 Drumlane Abbey & Round Tower Milltown, Co. Cavan
An ancient monastic site of stone were used in each century, which can clearly be seen when viewing the ound Tower. Towers were erected between Contact the th and th Drumlane Abbey & Round Tower Milltown centuries and are Co. Cavan of Christian and [email protected] ecclesiastical origin. www.thisiscavan.ie They served as Milltown Location belfries and security Located just outside the village of for secret utensils, Milltown verlooking Garfinny Lough, books, relics and SatNav: Latitude/Longitude the Abbey, Church and ound other valuables in case of 54.0583, -7.4790 Tower believed to have been sudden attack. The entrance to Parking founded by St. Colmcille, date the tower is about feet from Parking available on-site back to AD. riginally the ground. Breath-taking views wooden buildings, these were over the lake, along with the replaced by stone in the th peaceful countryside, make this Century, and later added to in site a wonderful natural retreat. the th Century. Different types The Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Saint Felim Farnham Street, Cavan
An historic and spectacular Cathedral Also known as Cavan Cathedral, this oman Catholic cathedral is located in Cavan town. With its 8m Contact spire and flanking domes, this The Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Saint Felim is one of the most impressive Farnham Street and eye-catching buildings in Cavan the town. Completed in Co. Cavan, H12 X977 the vast interior is shaped like 049-433 1496 [email protected] a basilica and extensive use www.kilmoredpc.ie is made of different colours Cavan Location of marble. The cathedral Located in Cavan town houses many fine examples SatNav: Latitude/Longitude of ecclesiastical art and is neo- 53.9951, -7.3617 classical in style with a single spire. The portico consists of a Information Mass times tympanum supported by four Sun: 10:00 & 11:30h massive columns of Portland eight columns in the Cathedral, Sat: 19:30h stone with Corinthian caps. the pulpit on the south side Parking The tympanum figures of Christ, and all the statues are of Pay & display street parking, car St Patrick and St Felim were Pavina etto marble and came parks also available created by the Dublin sculptor, from the firm of Dinelli Figli of
dward Smith. The twenty Pietrasanta in Italy.
26 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Rossmore Forest Park
Monaghan Town, Co. Monaghan Contact Rossmore Forest Park The park covers over Monaghan Town hectares with many forest Co. Monaghan and lakeside walks, a Tel: 047-81122 (Tourist Office) Jun to Sept wonderful play park for www.coillte.ie children, a giant sculpture SatNav: Latitude/Longitude trail and remnants of its 54.2329, -6.9993 past life as an estate. The Information walks range in length Public toilets, picnic tables, walking from two to four miles trails Part of the forest has a cycle friendly and are well posted. The most scenic walk, only miles long, trail as part of a long distance route is the Priestfield, with a colonnade of yews and leads past the Open from 8am (daylight hours) ossmore family crypt. Fine specimens of oak, ash, spruce, beech, Free Admission larch and giant redwood are on show, with extensive plantings of Parking rhododendron in full bloom early summer. On-site car parking
Clones Heritage Town Contact Clones Heritage Town Clones Clones, Co. Monaghan Co. Monaghan, H23 DN76 Tel: 047-52125 Intl: +353 47 52125 ome to Clones lace, this [email protected] heritage town is an old www.monaghantourism.com onastic settlement dating SatNav: Latitude/Longitude from the th century with 53.9779, -6.7188 interesting, easily accessible, Opening Times historic sites all located within Ulster Canal Stores: Tues–Sat 09:00– the town centre. ourney back 18:00h Cassandra Hand Folk & Famine Centre: in time with local guides on May to Sep, Mon–Fri 10:00–16:00h a Walking Tour of the town. Oct to Apr, by Appointment nique attractions include Admission Rates the Clones Lace useum in Free admission the lster Canal Stores and Parking the Cassandra and Folk Free parking available throughout Famine Centre. Clones Carrickmacross Contact Heritage Town Carrickmacross Heritage Town Carrickmacross Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan Co. Monaghan, H18 YT50 Tel: 042-966 4176 Intl: +353 42 966 4176 [email protected] www.monaghantourism.com SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 53.9779, -6.7188 Opening Times Lace Gallery and Collective at Market Square: Open Mon–Sat Workhouse : Open Mon–Fri Guided Walking Tours: 11:00h Saturdays A bustling market town with a range of heritage sites to Apr to Oct be explored, offering you a glimpse into the past. Visit the Admission Rates Carrickmacross Workhouse for an evocative experience of times See website for further details past browse through the wonderful Collective at arket Square Parking hear the story of the famous Carrickmacross Lace or take a guided Free parking available at walking tour. Carrickmacross Workhouse
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 27 Ulster American Contact Ulster American Folk Park Folk Park 2 Mellon Road, Castletown Omagh, Co. Tyrone, BT78 5QU Omagh, Co. Tyrone Tel: 028 8224 3292 Intl: +44 28 8224 3292 [email protected] Immerse yourself in the story of www.nmni.com Irish emigration at the museum SatNav: Latitude/Longitude that brings it to life. xperience 54.6588, -7.3354 the adventure that takes you from Opening Times the thatched cottages of lster, on Mar to Jun & Sep: board a full-scale emigrant sailing Tue to Sun 10:00–17:00h ship, to the log cabins of the Jul & Aug: Mon to Sun 10:00–17:00h Oct to Feb: Tue to Fri 10:00–16:00h American Frontier. eet an array Sat & Sun 11:00–16:00h of costumed characters along Closed Mondays except Bank Holidays the way with traditional crafts to Admission Rates show, tales to tell and food to Adult £9, Child £5.50 Child (U5) Free share. useum ighlights A Step Concession £7, Family (2+3) £25 in Time the Story of Irish Dance at Parking home and away. Coach & Car parking available An Creagán
Creggan, Co. Tyrone
Explore. Shop. Play
Contact An Creagán, Creggan Omagh, Co Tyrone, BT79 9AF Tel: 028 8076 1112 Intl: +44 28 8076 1112 [email protected] Creggan www.an-creagan.com Location Located on the A505, mid way between the historic town of Omagh and the market town of Cookstown at the foothills of the majestic Sperrin Mountains SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.6633, -7.0358 An Creag n is located between a picnic by the community Opening Times the historic town of magh garden and duck pond. Café open daily 10:00–15:00h Restaurant open: and the market town of Visit the interpretative Fri & Sat 10:00–21:00h Cookstown at the foothills of exhibition on site before going Sunday 10:00–15:00h & 17:00– 20:00h the majestic Sperrin ountains. on a journey of exploration The site offers a range of Visitor Centre & Exhibition open daily of the wider region. The 11:00–17:00h facilities and activities for exhibition interprets the families, couples, individuals Admission Rates prehistoric monuments, natural Free and groups. environment, heritage and Information Amongst this area of stunning culture of the Creggan region. Exhibitions natural beauty visitors will find The exhibition is presented Licensed Restaurant stunning landscapes, wonderful with wall mounted illustrations Craft & Gift Shop wildlife, exciting outdoor and information, selection of Parking activities and family fun. artefacts, short films and touch Parking available. Centre opening hours apply There are many walks and cycle screen information. trails on the grounds or enjoy
28 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Armagh Contact Armagh Visitor Information Centre Armagh City 40 English Street, Armagh BT61 7BA Tel: 028 3752 1800 Intl: +44 28 3752 1800 The First Place [email protected] www.visitarmagh.com A majestic landscape, rich in Library, unmatched Georgian Armagh Location cultural heritage and mythical architecture, the ama ing green 40 miles from Belfast, 85 miles from legends. Set amidst the space of the all and the Dublin splendour of rolling drumlins, chance to indulge in all manner SatNav: Latitude/Longitude parks, open spaces legendary of activities in a beautiful 54.3493, -6.6545 natural environment. orchards. Visit Armagh’s places Opening Times and people. Immerse yourself in ey events in Armagh Attractions throughout the city their world. include Saint Patrick’s Festival centre have various opening times For information about attractions There are many special things arch , Food Cider Festival and events go to to experience in Armagh, September , and Georgian www.visitarmagh.com ranging from the historically Festival November . Information unique Navan Fort, Armagh is family-friendly. Leisure two Saint Patrick’s facilities include swimming pool, Cathedrals, Ireland’s only planetarium and theatre with wide range of kids arts, crafts and drama. Planetarium, Irish Fusiliers Play park in the Palace Demesne useum, Armagh has walks, an orienteering trail and County useum, No sensory garden Vicars’ ill, the Cardinal Parking ’Fiaich emorial Free and paid for car parking in Library and Archive, the City. Coach parking at various attractions. Drop off points in city the ilford ouse Collection, Armagh Public
Armagh County Museum
Contact Armagh City Armagh County Museum The Mall East, Armagh, BT61 9BE Tel: 028 3752 3070 Intl: +44 28 3752 3070 The Oldest County Museum in Ireland www.armagh.co.uk/ armaghcountymuseum/ famous ‘ rchard Armagh County’. Location On entering Armagh City the Some of the museum is located along The Mall most intriguing East, between the old gaol and the stories of courthouse local lives are SatNav: Latitude/Longitude interwoven 54.3493, -6.6494 amid the Opening Times diverse displays. Open year round: Mon to Sat From splendid 10:00–17:00h, Sat 10:00–13:00h and 14:00–17:00h. Closed Sundays wedding Contact the museum for Christmas & The collections at Armagh dresses and rural crafts to fine New Year opening times County useum capture military uniforms, each object Admission Rates centuries of stories relating to conveys its own human story. Free the people who lived, worked Working with the local Information and had connections with community the museum Wheelchair access, with a ramp and lift to the first floor this famous city and historic provides a venue for a wide county. With collections ranging variety of exhibitions. The Parking from local history and fine art, A disabled parking space is available useum is an ideal place to opposite the Museum. Paid parking to archaeology and natural begin and explore the fair is also available close-by history, this is the ideal place county of Armagh. to experience a flavour of the
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 29 Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh Armagh City
Armagh’s Anglican Cathedral Contact Saint Patrick’s Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh Church Cathedral Close, Armagh, BT61 7EE of Ireland Tel: 028 3752 3142 Intl: +44 28 3752 3142 Cathedral www.stpatricks-cathedral.org stands on the Armagh Location hill from which The Cathedral is located in Armagh the City of City, the geographical heartland of Armagh derives Northern Ireland, a beautiful rural its name Ard historic area served by the main motorway network in Northern acha the hill Ireland of acha. Less SatNav: Latitude/Longitude than half a mile 54.3477, -6.6562 away on the Opening Times adjoining hill April to October 09:00–17:00h is Saint Patrick’s just spend time either in quiet November to March 09:00–16:00h oman Catholic Cathedral. reflection or looking at the Group tours must be pre-arranged with the Cathedral Steward Both Cathedrals are part of the beautiful architecture. Northern Ireland Tourist Board’s Guided tours are available, Admission Rates Adult £3 Children Free Saint Patrick’s Trail. please contact the Cathedral for further details. Parking Visitors to the cathedral are City Centre welcome to join any of the Sunday or daily services, or Navan Centre & Fort– Emain Macha Armagh City Contact Navan Centre & Fort - Emain Macha 81 Killylea Road, Armagh, BT60 4LD Tel: 028 3752 9644 From where the ancient Kings of Ulster ruled… Intl: +44 28 3752 9644 Where myth and reality navan@armaghbanbridgecraigavon. gov.uk meet the ancient www.visitarmagh.com/navan seat of ings and the Armagh Location earliest capital of lster. 1.5 miles from Armagh on the Immerse yourself in Killylea Road life , years with SatNav: Latitude/Longitude a visit to the Iron Age 54.3444, -6.7016 dwelling Apr to Sept , Opening Times where you will be Open year round welcomed into the Apr 01 to Sep 30: 10:00–17:30h clan with a cleansing (Last admission 16:00h) Oct 01 to Mar 31: 10:00–16:00h ceremony traditional (Last admission 15:00h) purification involving Admission Rates smoke and fire you to what is undoubtedly Please check website or telephone for details Taste traditional homemade one of Ireland’s most famous herb bread mead and enjoy sites, main acha Navan Information Coffee shop, picnic area & gift shop storytelling by the fire, including Fort . For children, the indoor the tales of lster’s greatest Exhibition area. Various children’s and outdoor Archaeology activities throughout heroes and warriors. With Discovery space is a must-see, archaeological evidence dating Parking along with the cology trail to Coach & Car parking available back to BC, experienced truly appreciate the diversity of tour guides will accompany wildlife in the area.
30 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh Discover Boyne Valley Armagh City County Meath and County Louth
Armagh’s Anglican Cathedral Birthplace of Ireland’s Ancient East Contact Saint Patrick’s Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh ourney through time Church Cathedral Close, Armagh, BT61 7EE in the Boyne Valley. of Ireland Tel: 028 3752 3142 , years ago the Intl: +44 28 3752 3142 Cathedral first farmers in Ireland www.stpatricks-cathedral.org Contact stands on the Armagh built the famous Location Boyne Valley Tourism hill from which The Cathedral is located in Armagh tombs at Newgrange Buvinda House the City of City, the geographical heartland of and nowth Dublin Road, Navan Armagh derives Northern Ireland, a beautiful rural accessible via the Co. Meath, C15 Y291 [email protected] its name Ard historic area served by the main newly refurbished motorway network in Northern www.discoverboynevalley.ie acha the hill Br na B inne Ireland Location of acha. Less visitor centre . arly Navan SatNav: Latitude/Longitude Situated in the East of Ireland only than half a mile 54.3477, -6.6562 Christian high crosses 30 minutes from Dublin away on the and round towers Opening Times SatNav: Latitude/Longitude adjoining hill may be seen at ells 53.6427, -6.6666 April to October 09:00–17:00h and artisan food producers is Saint Patrick’s just spend time either in quiet November to March 09:00–16:00h and onasterboice while the while nearby Drogheda boasts Information oman Catholic Cathedral. reflection or looking at the Group tours must be pre-arranged largest Anglo-Norman castle So much to see and do, from with the Cathedral Steward a bu ing arts scene as well Both Cathedrals are part of the beautiful architecture. in Ireland is situated in Trim. historic sites to family adventures. as museums and galleries. Excellent accommodation and food Northern Ireland Tourist Board’s Guided tours are available, Admission Rates ldbridge ouse offers a visitor Adult £3 Children Free The Boyne Valley is also the options. Download the Discover Saint Patrick’s Trail. please contact the Cathedral centre for the monumental Boyne Valley App or call into one of home of the ancient Samhain Parking Battle of the Boyne which took the tourist information offices. See Visitors to the cathedral are for further details. City Centre place in . eritage and tradition, now showcased with discoverboynevalley.ie for details welcome to join any of the cuisine combine in Navan and the annual Spirits of eath and Sunday or daily services, or Slane with gourmet restaurants P ca alloween festivals. Navan Centre & Fort– Emain Macha Old Mellifont Abbey Contact Armagh City Contact Drogheda, Co. Louth Old Mellifont Abbey Navan Centre & Fort - Emain Macha Tullyallen, Drogheda 81 Killylea Road, Armagh, BT60 4LD Co. Louth, A92 K682 From where the ancient Kings of Ulster ruled… Tel: 028 3752 9644 The first Cistercian Monastery in Ireland Tel: 041-982 6459 Intl: +44 28 3752 9644 [email protected] Where myth and reality navan@armaghbanbridgecraigavon. Little of the www.heritageireland.ie gov.uk meet the ancient original Abbey Location www.visitarmagh.com/navan Drogheda seat of ings and the Armagh now remains, 10km north-west of Drogheda off Location the R168 (Drogheda-Collon Road) earliest capital of lster. 1.5 miles from Armagh on the although visitors Immerse yourself in Killylea Road can see one of SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 53.7428, -6.4586 life , years with SatNav: Latitude/Longitude its most unusual a visit to the Iron Age 54.3444, -6.7016 features an Opening Times dwelling Apr to Sept , octagonal May 30 to Sept 04 Opening Times Daily 10:00–18:00h where you will be Open year round lavabo c. . Last admission 45 mins before welcomed into the Apr 01 to Sep 30: 10:00–17:30h This lavabo was closing clan with a cleansing (Last admission 16:00h) used by the Oct 01 to Mar 31: 10:00–16:00h Admission Rates ceremony traditional (Last admission 15:00h) monks to wash Adult €5, Senior/Group €4 purification involving their hands Child/Student €3, Family €13 Admission Rates smoke and fire before eating. Information you to what is undoubtedly Please check website or telephone Taste traditional homemade for details The Visitor Guided tours available on request one of Ireland’s most famous ellifont Abbey, located close Picnic area. Leaflet/Guide books herb bread mead and enjoy sites, main acha Navan Information Centre houses an interesting available in English, Irish, French, Coffee shop, picnic area & gift shop to the town of Drogheda in storytelling by the fire, including Fort . For children, the indoor exhibition on the work of German, Italian, Spanish Exhibition area. Various children’s Co. Louth is the first Cistercian To contact outside of opening hrs the tales of lster’s greatest and outdoor Archaeology masons in the iddle Ages with activities throughout monastery in Ireland founded in please call 041-988 0300 heroes and warriors. With Discovery space is a must-see, fine examples of their craft on Parking by St alachy of Armagh. archaeological evidence dating along with the cology trail to display. Access to site by stone Parking Coach & Car parking available The abbey sits on the banks of Public car & coach parking back to BC, experienced truly appreciate the diversity of stairway. tour guides will accompany the iver attock, approx wildlife in the area. km north-west of Drogheda.
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 31 Carlingford Lough Ferry Greencastle, Co. Down
An unforgettable voyage of Contact Carlingford Lough Ferry discovery Greencastle Whether you’re taking a day outdoor adventure, beaches, Co. Down BT34 4LR trip or enjoying a holiday golf, nature, heritage and [email protected] www.carlingfordferry.com break, the new Carlingford stunning scenery. Lough Ferry is an unforgettable Greencastle Location The Carlingford Lough Ferry From Belfast/Kilkeel, follow signs for experience and a great connects a range of fantastic Greencastle/Greencastle Castle, adventure for the family. holiday activities on both sides approx 4.8 miles south from Kilkeel Located midway between of the Lough. elax on Port town Approx. 55 miles from Belfast City Belfast and Dublin, Carlingford Beach located a few short miles Lough Ferry connects the north of the fishing village SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.0386, -6.0957 majestic ountains of ourne of Clogherhead in Co. Louth in Northern Ireland with the or embrace the high-octane Sailing Times Every hour on the hour from dramatic Cooley Peninsula energy at the Funtasia Water at the beginning of Ireland’s Greencastle. Every hour on the half Park in Drogheda and Tayto hour from Greenore Ancient ast in the epublic Theme Park in Co. eath. Sailing times are subject to change of Ireland. Surrounded by Carlingford Lough ferry is See website for timetable & live sailing status epic scenery and shrouded in your route to enjoy the best mystery, with a rich tapestry experiences during your Fares Car Single: £13.50/€15 of legend and folklore vacation in Ireland. hidden in its hills. This largely Car Return: £22.50/€25 To plan your trip visit For other ticket types please check undiscovered region is an area www.carlingfordferry.com www.carlingfordferry.com and avail of outstanding natural beauty of a 10% discount and enjoy a 10% online which can be enjoyed from booking discount. Information the upper viewing deck of the Toilets available in both terminal car ferry. njoy the medieval car parks town of Carlingford with Parking its wonderful range of craft Car parking spaces are available for and curiosity shops, exquisite foot passengers boutiques and delicious cuisine or for the more active, enjoy camping, cycling and mountain bike trails. xplore a much greater playground with
32 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Carlingford Lough Ferry Mourne Mountains Greencastle, Co. Down Co. Down
“Where the Mountains of Mourne sweep down to the sea”
for exploration across the distinctive summits of mountains spanning miles in length. Contact The ournes are Mourne Mountains divided into Co. Down www.visitmournemountains.co.uk distinctive areas Mourne the astern or Mountains Location The Mourne Mountains are in ‘ igh’ ournes County Down, lying 31 miles (50km) and the Western south of Belfast and just over 62 The ourne ountains are or ‘Low’ ournes. miles (100km) north of Dublin the highest and most dramatic Any newcomer to the ournes SatNav: Latitude/Longitude mountain range in Northern will be ama ed at the variety 54.1533, -6.0663 Ireland, its summits crowned by of landscapes that can be Information granite tors. The mountains are encountered within such a Further information available criss-crossed by a network of confined geographical area. Newcastle Visitor Information Centre 10-14 Central Promenade, BT33 0AA paths and tracks and walking Percy French’s song, ‘Where the 028 4372 2222 route cards are available from ountains of ourne sweep +44 28 4372 2222 the visitor information centre down to the sea’ make them [email protected] www.discovernorthernireland.com in Newcastle. The routes the best known mountains in providie enthusiastic walkers Ireland. An unforgettable voyage of Contact with incredible opportunities Carlingford Lough Ferry discovery Greencastle Whether you’re taking a day outdoor adventure, beaches, Co. Down BT34 4LR trip or enjoying a holiday golf, nature, heritage and [email protected] www.carlingfordferry.com break, the new Carlingford stunning scenery. Greencastle Location Lough Ferry is an unforgettable The Carlingford Lough Ferry Tyrella Beach From Belfast/Kilkeel, follow signs for experience and a great connects a range of fantastic Greencastle/Greencastle Castle, adventure for the family. holiday activities on both sides approx 4.8 miles south from Kilkeel Downpatrick, Co. Down Located midway between of the Lough. elax on Port town Approx. 55 miles from Belfast City Belfast and Dublin, Carlingford Beach located a few short miles Lough Ferry connects the north of the fishing village SatNav: Latitude/Longitude Stunning Blue Flag Beach 54.0386, -6.0957 majestic ountains of ourne of Clogherhead in Co. Louth safe bathing, in Northern Ireland with the or embrace the high-octane Sailing Times Contact Every hour on the hour from dog free dramatic Cooley Peninsula energy at the Funtasia Water Tyrella Beach, Clanmaghery Road Greencastle. Every hour on the half area, walks Downpatrick, Co. Down, BT30 8SU at the beginning of Ireland’s Park in Drogheda and Tayto hour from Greenore and tourist Tel: 028 4461 0800 Ancient ast in the epublic Theme Park in Co. eath. Sailing times are subject to change information. Intl: +44 28 4461 0800 of Ireland. Surrounded by Carlingford Lough ferry is See website for timetable & live www.downdc.gov.uk sailing status The clean Downpatrick epic scenery and shrouded in your route to enjoy the best Location mystery, with a rich tapestry experiences during your Fares waters invite Tyrella Beach is situated on the Car Single: £13.50/€15 of legend and folklore vacation in Ireland. water sport A2 Killough to Clough Rd 7 miles hidden in its hills. This largely Car Return: £22.50/€25 enthusiasts from Downpatrick and 12 miles from To plan your trip visit For other ticket types please check Newcastle undiscovered region is an area and the beach www.carlingfordferry.com www.carlingfordferry.com and avail of outstanding natural beauty of a 10% discount provides a safe SatNav: Latitude/Longitude and enjoy a 10% online Tyrella beach can be found 54.2536, -5.7469 which can be enjoyed from Information within Dundrum Bay, haven for families and groups booking discount. Information the upper viewing deck of the Toilets available in both terminal Downpatrick, County Down. who wish to picnic in a clean car ferry. njoy the medieval car parks environment. Facilities include wheelchair access It is an award-winning beach and toilets on site. Special disabled town of Carlingford with Parking stretching for two kilometres The Beach is owned and parking on the beach can be its wonderful range of craft Car parking spaces are available for managed by Down District arranged foot passengers and backed by hectares of and curiosity shops, exquisite mature dunes. Council. Parking boutiques and delicious Car park charges during summer Lifeguards patrol the beach cuisine or for the more active, Visitors can enjoy beautiful season, special disabled parking daily during uly and August. enjoy camping, cycling and scenic walks and enjoy the on the beach can be arranged on request mountain bike trails. xplore a habitat of local flora and fauna. much greater playground with Facilities on the beach include
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 33 Murlough National Nature Reserve Exploris Aquarium Dundrum, Co. Down Portaferry, Co. Down Contact Exploris Aquarium The Rope Walk, Castle Street Portaferry, Co. Down BT22 1NZ Northern Ireland’s only aquarium Tel: 028 4272 8060 the belly of a small Intl: +44 28 4272 8060 [email protected] shark and feel the www.explorisni.com spikes on a sea Portaferry Location urchin. From Belfast take the A20 through Continue to the Newtownards and on to Portaferry colourful coral SatNav: Latitude/Longitude reefs of the Tropical 54.3817, -5.5494 cean and see Opening Times if you can find Open 7 days a week, 10:00–17:00h ‘Nemo’ and ‘Dory’ (last admission 16:00h) before entering the Admission Rates smugglers cove where sharks Adult £10.50, Child £9, Senior/ A sunken galleon, friendly Student £8.50, Family (2+2) £31.50 sharks, super cute seals and an circle above you. eturn to the Book online for discount! shores to see the endangered Asian otter family all showcase Information in Northern Ireland’s only but playful otters and witness Multi-tiered soft play zone from aquarium. conservation in action in the 0–8 yrs. Café and restaurant nursery seal pens and outdoor overlooking the seal sanctuary. Gift Located in Portaferry on the pools. Don’t forget to explore shop on-site shores of Strangford Lough, the dark depths of the eptile Parking your journey will begin with a filled ainforest where a snappy Public carpark adjacent to Exploris focus on the lough and Irish offers limited free parking crocodile and green geckos Sea where you will get a ‘hands hide. on’ experience as you tickle An extraordinarily beautiful dune landscape n the coast of County Down These walks will provide you lies the urlough National with access to one of the finest Nature eserve. The reserve beaches in Co. Down. Contact Murlough National Nature Reserve offers a spectacular view of From the magnificent beach, Keel Point, Dundrum Slieve Donard, the highest peak sea watchers can observe more Co. Down, BT33 0NQ in the ourne ountains and sea birds and in the summer Tel: 028 4375 1467 Dundrum Bay. Intl: +44 28 4375 1467 and autumn both common [email protected] Since urlough has been and grey seals. The rich wildlife www.nationaltrust.org.uk/murlough Ireland’s first Nature eserve, of this area changes with the Dundrum Location owned by the National Trust. seasons but there is always Murlough lies just off the A2, the something of interest. main Belfast to Newcastle road The , year old sand dune near Dundrum village. Look out for system provides an excellent the signs area for walking and bird SatNav: Latitude/Longitude watching due to its spectacular 54.2243, -5.8761 location at the edge of Opening Times Dundrum Bay and the ourne Access all year ountains. Facilities open weekends & Bank/Public Holidays Visitors will come across Facilities open all week Easter and a network of paths and June to October boardwalks through the dunes, Admission Rates woodland and heath. Along Free here they can enjoy an array of Information butterflies and wild flowers. Beach Café Parking The car park is open all year round Family & children with admission charged when facilities such as the Beach Café he main car park has a number of friendly picnic tables and a are open safe area for a football kick around. eel free to spread a blanket on the beach too but please take your litter home. amily fun events held over the summer. hildren’s nature trail ui and activity packs.
34 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Exploris Aquarium
Portaferry, Co. Down Contact Exploris Aquarium The Rope Walk, Castle Street Portaferry, Co. Down BT22 1NZ Northern Ireland’s only aquarium Tel: 028 4272 8060 the belly of a small Intl: +44 28 4272 8060 [email protected] shark and feel the www.explorisni.com spikes on a sea Portaferry Location urchin. From Belfast take the A20 through Continue to the Newtownards and on to Portaferry colourful coral SatNav: Latitude/Longitude reefs of the Tropical 54.3817, -5.5494 cean and see Opening Times if you can find Open 7 days a week, 10:00–17:00h ‘Nemo’ and ‘Dory’ (last admission 16:00h) before entering the Admission Rates smugglers cove where sharks Adult £10.50, Child £9, Senior/ A sunken galleon, friendly Student £8.50, Family (2+2) £31.50 sharks, super cute seals and an circle above you. eturn to the Book online for discount! shores to see the endangered Asian otter family all showcase Information in Northern Ireland’s only but playful otters and witness Multi-tiered soft play zone from aquarium. conservation in action in the 0–8 yrs. Café and restaurant nursery seal pens and outdoor overlooking the seal sanctuary. Gift Located in Portaferry on the pools. Don’t forget to explore shop on-site shores of Strangford Lough, the dark depths of the eptile Parking your journey will begin with a filled ainforest where a snappy Public carpark adjacent to Exploris focus on the lough and Irish offers limited free parking crocodile and green geckos Sea where you will get a ‘hands hide. on’ experience as you tickle Hillsborough Castle & Gardens Hillsborough, Co. Down Contact Hillsborough Castle & Gardens The Square, Hillsborough njoy a majestic day out at Co. Down, BT26 6AG Northern Ireland’s oyal esidence. Tel: 033-3320 6000 illsborough Castle showcases Intl: +44 33 3320 6000 [email protected] beautiful State ooms and gives an www.hrp.org.uk/hillsborough-castle intimate glimpse behind the scenes SatNav: Latitude/Longitude into the personal living quarters 54.4630, -6.0891 of a working royal household. Opening Times acres of wonder await in the Opening times and days may vary castle’s gardens to delight the Check website for further details senses. The gardens are bursting Admission Rates with colour and features including See website a Walled Garden and enchanting Parking pinetum. Free on-site parking. Main car park accessible from A1
Belshaw’s Quarry Sculpture Park Lisburn, Co. Down Comprising of 8 stunning and thought-provoking sculptures, the reserve has recently been designated as an Area of Special Scientific Interest due to the uniquely accessible series of geological features.
Map of attractions / entertainments, see pages 4 and 5 All co-ordinates in Decimal Degrees 35 Mount Stewart
Newtownards, Co. Down Contact Mount Stewart Newtownards, Co. Down, BT22 2AD Voted one of the world’s top ten Tel: 028 4278 8387 gardens, reflecting a rich tapestry Intl: +44 28 4278 8387 of design and planting artistry [email protected] www.nationaltrust.org.uk bearing the hallmark of its creator. dith, Lady Londonderry’s passion SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.5516, -5.6021 for bold planting schemes, coupled with the mild climate of Opening Times Open year round Strangford Lough, means rare Check website for details and tender plants from across the Admission Rates globe thrive in this celebrated Adult £11.50, Child £5.75 garden. xplore the exquisite Family £28.75 house, a world-class collection (Rates include voluntary Gift Aid) of paintings and many other Parking internationally significant items. Coach & Car parking available
Ulster Transport Museum Contact Ulster Transport Museum 153 Bangor Road, Cultra Holywood, Co. Down, BT18 0EU Holywood, Co. Down Tel: 028 9042 8428 Intl: +44 28 9042 8428 [email protected] lster Transport useum www.nmni.com tells the story of transport SatNav: Latitude/Longitude and social change in 54.6491, -5.7989 lster since the start of Opening Times the modern era. It is a Mar to Sept, Tue to Sun well of inspiration for the 10:00–17:00h designers, engineers and Oct to Feb, Tue to Fri 10:00–16:00h Sat to Sun 11:00–16:00h adventurers of the future, Closed Mon except B/Holidays creatively displaying one of Admission Rates urope’s largest and most Rates for park and museum comprehensive transport Adult £9, Child £5.50 Child (U5) Free collections. Come and Concession £7 Family (2+3) £25 experience this incredible Parking story for yourself. Coach & Car parking available
Contact Ulster Folk Museum Ulster Folk Museum 153 Bangor Road, Cultra Holywood, Co. Down, BT18 0EU Holywood, Co. Down Tel: 028 9042 8428 Intl: +44 28 9042 8428 [email protected] lster Folk useum has rolling www.nmni.com countryside and a bustling town SatNav: Latitude/Longitude filled with authentic period 54.6491, -5.7989 buildings. Step back in time and Opening Times experience what life was like in Mar to Sept, Tue to Sun rural lster over years ago. 10:00–17:00h xplore thatched cottages, farms, Oct to Feb, Tue to Fri 10:00–16:00h Sat to Sun 11:00–16:00h schools and shops. Chat to Closed Mon except B/Holidays costumed visitor guides as they Admission Rates demonstrate traditional crafts Rates for park and museum and offer you freshly-baked treats Adult £9, Child £5.50 Child (U5) Free in the Folk useum. Concession £7 Family (2+3) £25 Parking Coach & Car parking available
36 It is always recommended to check Admission Rates and Opening Times before travelling Pickie Funpark Contact Pickie Funpark Marine Gardens, Bangor Bangor, Co. Down Co. Down, BT20 5AG Tel: 028 9145 0746 Intl: +44 28 9145 0746 [email protected] Great family fun www.pickiefunpark.com Bangor Pickie Funpark is Location one of Northern From Bangor town centre follow Ireland’s most the B20 to Princetown Road and continue to Marine Gardens popular visitor attractions SatNav: Latitude/Longitude 54.6647, -5.6747 providing a fun day out for all. Opening Times Open Daily Year Round Children can play Apr, May & Sept 09:00–19:00h in the adventure Jun to Aug 09:00–21:00h playground, enjoy Oct to Mar 09:00–16:00h the watery fun of Admission Rates the splash pads, Free Admission but the individual enjoy a ride on the The park also features brightly attraction prices vary. See website for further details disco ducks or climb aboard coloured Victorian-style beach the Pickie Puffer for a narrow- huts offering comfortable Information changing facilities whilst On site café offering hot and cold gauge railway journey around food, snacks, drinks and ice-cream the colourful landscape. All the capturing the spirit of times past. Parking family can pedal a giant Swan Public carpark on Queen’s Parade. around the shallow waters of The fresh, modern caf has a Disabled parking adjacent to Pickie the lovely Lagoon, compete fantastic family friendly menu Funpark can be accessed via Marine with each other on the mini and boasts superb views over Gardens golf course or take a break in Bangor arina and Belfast the caf . Lough.
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