Explore Historical Silent Valley and the Mourne Mountains
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ulster folk and transport museum guide
Ulster Folk and Transport Museum information The Ulster Transport Museum is a sister to the Ulster Folk Museum. The two are not related in terms of subject matter but rather administratively; the two together make up the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum. You can buy one ticket for both museums, or two individual tickets one …
Oxford Island and Lough Neagh Discovery Centre
Oxford Island and the Lough Neagh Discovery Centre are two places of interest managed by the Craigavon Borough Council. Despite the name this Oxford is not an island. Both Oxford and the Discovery Centre are located on the shore in south Lough Neagh, the largest fresh water lake in the British Isles. They are also …
Armagh Observatory and Planetarium
The Armagh Observatory is a modern facility for astronomical research. Now, I can hear you thinking, “what does an observatory have to do with Northern Ireland tourism”. Maybe not much if it weren’t for the Armagh Planetarium located on the same premises which does an excellent job in bringing astronomy to the level understandable by …
Scrabo Country Park and Tower
Scrabo Tower in Scrabo Country Park is one of the more recognized and visible attractions in Northern Ireland. It stands on the bare top of a wooded hill near the flat western coastline of Strangford Lough and is therefore visible from miles away. It is only 18 miles from Belfast near the town of Newtonards. …
Carrickfergus Castle – history comes alive in a great social events venue.
Northern Ireland Travel – Carrickfergus Castle There are many Irish castles but Carrickfergus Castle is probably the best preserved of the old castles in Northern Ireland and certainly worth visiting. It is a typical example of how castles in the Middle Ages looked like. The castle has a banquet hall that is perfect for those …
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Kilbroney Forest Park-Cloughmore: Yet another scenic spot for you to relax!
Kilbroney Forest Park-Cloughmore Kilbroney Forest Park is one of those green and pleasant places that make N. Ireland the beautiful place it is. Set on the side of Slieve Martin on the north side of Carlingford Lough it is a popular weekend and afternoon destination for families from near and not so near. It is …
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Bushmills and Causeway Steam Railroad Trains
The Giants Causeway and Bushmills Railway is a restored railway, one of few steam railroad trains in Northern Ireland. It carries people from Bushmills to Giants Causeway and back. British steam trains are a popular attraction for families with children and not only. This one is no exception. It drives through scenic areas of the …
Castle Espie
There are many castles in Northern Ireland but Castle Espie is not one of them. Despite the name Espie is not a castle. It is a wetlands wildfowl reserve, a place you can visit with your family and see a host of rare and beautiful bird species. It is run by the UK’s premier wildfowl …
The Ballycopeland Windmill
The Ballycopeland Windmill is a windmill located just outside Millisle on the B172 road, south of Donaghadee in the Ards peninsula in County Down. The windmill is a tall, white building that stands out clearly in the green, flat terrain surrounding it. It dates from the later half of the 18th century. It was fully …