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  1. Photo of birds eye view of Kirkistown Castle surrounded by grassland

    Cloughey

    Address

    Main Road, Cloughey, County Down, BT22 1JB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Castle / Fort

    Traditionally believed to have been built by Roland Savage of Ballygalget in 1622, possibly reusing an earlier site.

    Price

    Free
  2. Devenish Island
    Devenish Island

    Enniskillen

    Address

    Devenish Island, Trory, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT74 4FH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 6632 3110

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Famous for its perfect 12th-century round tower and ruined Augustinian abbey, Devenish Monastic Site was founded in the 6th century by Saint Molaise on one of Lough Erne’s many islands.

    Price

    Free
  3. A couple walking through gardens of Ballyscullion park with the Georgian House in the background.
    A couple in the gardens of Ballyscullion Estate.
    A couple having tea during a guided tour if the estate.
    A couple walking through gardens of Ballyscullion park with the Georgian House in the background.
    A couple in the gardens of Ballyscullion Estate.
    A couple having tea during a guided tour if the estate.

    Bellaghy

    Address

    61 Ballyscullion Road, Bellaghy, County Londonderry, BT45 8NA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7938 6235

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Ballyscullion Park is a private house, home of Richard and Rosalind Mulholland and their family, and is available for visits by prior arrangement to its beautiful historic gardens and grounds.

  4. Rathfriland

    Address

    Church Hill Road, Drumballyroney, Rathfriland, County Down, BT34 5PH

    Telephone

    028 4062 3322

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The fertile land of County Down has been farming country for centuries. It was here that Patrick Brontë, father of Charlotte, Emily and Anne - the famous Brontë sisters, was born into a farming family on 17th March 1777.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. Image of the stones at Knockoneill Court Tomb

    Swatragh

    Address

    Knockoneil Road, Swatragh, County Londonderry, BT51 5DB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Archaeological sites

    A megalithic tomb, dating to the Neolitic or New Stone Age (2000-4000) is found in Knockoneill. It gets its name from the semi-circular forecourt of upright stones that lead to a gallery.

    Price

    Free
  6. Armagh

    Address

    Milford House, 3 Victoria Street, Armagh, County Armagh, BT61 9DS

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3752 5467

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Milford House, the former home of the extraordinary McCrum family who revolutionized the world of business and sport. Mass kidnappings, letters to Stalin, you'll be amazed at the story of this house.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. Image of a white cottage with a thatched rood and green door

    Moortown

    Address

    57 Annaghmore Road, Moortown, County Tyrone, BT80 0JA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 8673 7564

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    A Fishermans Thatched Cottage, approximately 250 to 300 years old. The nearby Gort Moss Walk commences here. The house can be visited at any time and interior access is available on Sundays in July and August. Open for groups on request.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. Image of white buildings lining a stone laneway

    Bellaghy

    Address

    Castle Street, Bellaghy, County Londonderry, BT45 8LA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Built around 1619 by Sir Baptist Jones, Bellaghy Bawn is a fortified house and bawn (the defensive wall surrounding an Irish tower house).

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. Image of Knockmany Passage Tomb

    Augher

    Address

    Knockmany Forest, Knockmany Road, Augher, County Tyrone, BT76 0DL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Site

    On top of a steep hill, the tomb has a modern cairn over the top to protect prehistoric stones carved with zigzags, spirals and circles. Views across the Clogher Valley.

    Price

    Free
  10. Armagh

    Address

    Cathedral Road, Armagh, County Armagh, BT61 7QY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3752 2813

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Cathedral

    This imposing cathedral, on an elevated site, was started in 1840, but work was suspended during the Great Famine of 1845-48 and recommenced in 1854 when J. J. McCarthy was appointed architect. It was dedicated for worship in 1873.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  11. Cushendall

    Address

    Layde Road, Cushendall, County Antrim, BT44 0NH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Churches & Sacred Sites

    Located one mile from Cushendall are the delightful ruins of a 13th century Franciscan foundation. Chief burial place of the MacDonnell's after Bonamargy which has been built at least three times and served as a parish church.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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    Lurgan

    Address

    Windsor Avenue, Lurgan, County Armagh, BT67 9BJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3832 6049

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    Brownlow House is Located in the centre of Lurgan adjacent to Lurgan Public Park, a grade A listed building now open for viewing.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Midsummer view of St Macartans
    The stained glass window at Mcartans Chapel
    A mature couple looking at the Carleton trail sign with St Macartans (Forth) Chapel in the background
    Midsummer view of St Macartans
    The stained glass window at Mcartans Chapel
    A mature couple looking at the Carleton trail sign with St Macartans (Forth) Chapel in the background

    Augher

    Address

    Springtown Road, Augher, County Tyrone, BT77 0EA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7818 186 979

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Churches & Sacred Sites

    St Macartan's, The Forth Chapel was constructed from 1838-1846 and is located on the Carleton Trail and Ulster Way, set in the heart of the lovely Clogher Valley, County Tyrone.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  14. Newtownards Priory from street view

    Newtownards

    Address

    Court Street, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 7NY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Abbey / Priory

    At the south east edge of Newtownards these substantial remains of a Dominican (Black) Friary founded in 1244 may be viewed. They are the only ones of their type in Northern Ireland.

    Price

    Free
  15. A church on an island on Lough Beg
    Church Island on Lough Beg
    A church on an island on Lough Beg
    Church Island on Lough Beg

    Bellaghy

    Address

    Ballydermot Road, Bellaghy, County Londonderry, BT45 8LF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Churches & Sacred Sites

    Church Island is a small island on Lough Beg - 1.5 miles from Bellaghy. On a visit to the island you will discover the ruins of an old church with no spire.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free)
  16. Pictured is Annalong Cornmill which has been beautifully restored. It is situated by the pretty Annalong Harbour at the foothills of the Mourne Mounta

    Annalong

    Address

    Marine Park, Annalong, County Down, BT34 4QG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Industrial Heritage

    Annalong Cornmill has been beatifully restored and is situated by the pretty Annalong Harbour, near the foothills of the Mourne Mountains.

  17. Dungiven

    Address

    56 Bovevagh Road, Dungiven, County Londonderry, BT47 4NR

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Churches & Sacred Sites

    Bovevagh parish church was established in the late Middle Ages on the site of an early monastery, said to have been founded by Colm Cille in 557. Adamnan, Coolm Cille's biographer was reputedly patron here.

    Price

    Free
  18. Image of Holywood Maypole dressed with ribbons for the annual May Day dancing event
    Maypole dressed with pastel coloured ribbons ready for the annual Maypole Dancing by local schoolchildren
    A photo of a trio of little girls taking part in the annual maypole dancing dressed in pastel skirts to match the ribbons of the Maypole
    A photo of a little girl with ribbon head dress taking part in the annual Maypole Dancing round the May Pole in Holywood
    Image of Holywood Maypole dressed with ribbons for the annual May Day dancing event
    Maypole dressed with pastel coloured ribbons ready for the annual Maypole Dancing by local schoolchildren
    A photo of a trio of little girls taking part in the annual maypole dancing dressed in pastel skirts to match the ribbons of the Maypole
    A photo of a little girl with ribbon head dress taking part in the annual Maypole Dancing round the May Pole in Holywood

    Holywood

    Address

    High Street/Shore Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Holywood's most well known feature is the town's Maypole, the only surviving in Ireland. Early maps show a Maypole has stood on the site since the 1620s and today is still the focus of the May Day Celebrations and Fair in the town.

    Price

    Free
  19. Cushendun

    Address

    1 Church Lane, Bay Road, Cushendun, County Antrim, BT44 0PS

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 2821761 522

    Type

    Type:

    Arts Centre

    The beautifully restored Old Church Centre offers arts & heritage events, exhibitions, wedding ceremonies and venue hire. We also provide tourist information on the rich cultural heritage of the building, Cushendun and the Glens.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  20. Image credit: Alan Hopps
Derrymore house. A bright yellow cottage with a thatched roof.

    Bessbrook

    Address

    Camlough Road, Bessbrook, County Armagh, BT35 7EF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 8778 4753

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    A National Trust Property, Derrymore House is an elegant thatched cottage that stands amid a picturesque landscape estate less than 2 miles from Newry.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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