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Downpatrick
Churches & Sacred Sites
Two miles outside Downpatrick is the replica of St Patrick's first church in Ireland. Close by, on the crest of Slieve Patrick is a massive statue of St Patrick. Bronze panels illustrate scenes from the life of Ireland's Patron Saint.
Loughgall
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
Dan Winter’s Cottage, focal point of the Battle of the Diamond and birthplace of the Orange Order. It was in this cottage that Dan Winter and his family stood to protect their hearth and home. The original lead balls are still embedded within the…
Royal Hillsborough
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
Take a step back in history and view this 17th century artillery fort, set in beautiful grounds.
Newtownstewart
Castle / Fort
The power of the O’Neill chieftains in Tyrone came to an end in 1607. Defeated in battle by English forces and fearful for their future, Hugh O’Neill and his allies fled Ireland in what has become known as the Flight of the Earls.
Derry~Londonderry
Churches & Sacred Sites
A neo-Gothic church of 1872. built of whinstone with sandstone dressings. Iit is delightfully situated on the City walls, surrounded by its graveyard and a pretty parish school and hall. There are many famous graves in the graveyard.
Comber
Historial figure
Situated in The Square in Comber, it was erected in 1845 to commemorate the bravery of Major General Robert 'Rollo' Gillespie born in the town in 1766. A list of his battles can be found on the sides of the pillar.
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113 reviewsLurgan
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.
Royal Hillsborough
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
The Courthouse was originally a Georgian market house built before 1765. It was used as a courthouse from 1810 with the Grand Jury meeting in the Upper room. The building is now used for exhibitions and functions and has limited wheelchair access.
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93 reviewsMoneymore
The National Trust
Step back to 1912 as you experience the Lenox-Conyngham home on the morning they left to board Titanic. See the exhibition, featuring pieces from the Titanic era, including 11-year-old Eileen Lenox-Conyngham’s letter, written on Titanic headed paper.
Holywood
Churches & Sacred Sites
Holywood Priory is an intersting and historic site close to the bustling town of Holywood.
Newry
Archaeological sites
This monument is an extremely well preserved Neolithic burial site with three chambers. It can be dated between 4000 and 2500 BC.
Downpatrick
Churches & Sacred Sites
Restored ruins of a sixth century church of St. Tassach, said to have given the last rites to St. Patrick. Entrance through pillars.
Bangor
Abbey / Priory
Founded in 558AD the main body of the building dates from 1830's, the tower from 15th century and steeple dates around 1693. Interesting gravestones include a memorial to the assistant surgeon of the Titanic, local man John Edward Simpson.
Greencastle
Archaeological sites
This is the only example of an Ogham Stone inscription in County Tyrone, situated 7km north of An Creagán. It is believed to have been a burial marker or commemorative inscription incised on the stone before 500AD.
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466 reviewsEnniskillen
Castle / Fort
Situated beside the River Erne in County Fermanagh, was built almost 600 years ago by Gaelic Maguires. It was strategically important throughout its history. In the 17th century it became a garrison fort and later a military barracks. Enjoy the many…
Killeen
Archaeological sites
Known locally as the ‘King’s Ring’, this court tomb has a prominent position in the southeast part of the rugged Slieve Gullion ring-dyke.
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30 reviewsGracehill
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
Discover Northern Ireland's first Conservation area, Gracehill, an award winning Georgian village near Ballymena with its own dedicated museum and fascinating Moravian settlement.
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1110 reviewsBelfast
Public Park
Belfast Castle estate is situated on the lower slopes of Cave Hill Country Park in North Belfast. It contains both parkland and mature mixed woodland and offers superb views of the city from a variety of vantage points.
Antrim
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
The Old Courthouse is most certainly one of the jewels in Antrim’s crown. Its opening has created a fantastic opportunity to host a range of performing arts events on a year round basis in the new multi-purpose auditorium.
Enniskillen
Castle / Fort
Portora Castle guards a former crossing point where the river joins Lough Erne. Built in 1613 by Sir William Cole, it consisted of a 3 storey house across the breadth of the bawn which was defended by 4 circular towers.