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Castlerock
Castlerock has much to offer the visitor with many attrations just a short stroll away.
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Golf Courses
Here in Northern Ireland we offer World-Class Golf…..and you are never more than a short drive from an excellent
golf course.
These legendary layouts are backed up by some more top class seaside and inland courses, but as much as the golf,
the stunning scenery of a Northern Irish golf break will take your breath away.
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Mussenden Temple
There cannot be a more wild and dramatic place in Northern Ireland than the landscape park of Downhill. The romantic
vision of Frederick Hervey, Earl of Bristol and Bishop of Derry, he created an elegant mansion at Downhill, which now
lies in ruins. On the nearby clifftop the Earl Bishop built the circular Mussenden Temple as his library,
modelled on the Temple of Vesta at Tivoli.
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Downhill Strand
From golden sands to pebbled shores Northern Ireland boasts some of the most beautiful coastland in Europe. With
stunning natural formations and picturesque backdrops there is something to suit every mood and activity; whether
it’s walking amongst the sand dunes, lazing on the white sands or exploring the rock pools. Every haven of the
glorious coastline is unique and unforgettable.
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Hezlett House
Hezlett’s picturesque thatched cottage exterior hides a fascinating early timber frame dating from 1690, making it
one of the oldest vernacular domestic buildings in Northern Ireland . The story of the house is told through the
experiences of the people who lived there.
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Dunluce Castle
The spectacular castle-crowned crag, on the famous north Antrim coast, was shaped when the sea cut deep into the rock.
Dunluce Castle, originally occupied by the MacQuillan family and later the MacDonnells was besieged by the British
in the 16th Century. An accord was eventually signed with the English monarch in the name of peace. Part of the
castle broke off and the kitchen plunged into the sea, during a storm one night, killing all the cooks and kitchen-hands.
There remains a dark hollow. Dunluce Castle is thought by many to be the most picturesque and romantic of Irish castles.
Visitor centre, shop and guided tours all available. Limited wheelchair access.
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Old Bushmills Distillery
The Old Bushmills Distillery is the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery having received its licence to distil
in 1608. In 1608 Sir Thomas Phillips was granted a licence to distil whiskey by James 1 of England, however,
mentions of distilling traditions in the surrounding environs date back to 1276. Coffee shop. Gift and whiskey
shops Wheelchair access limited.
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Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
Carrick-a-Rede boasts unrivalled coastal scenery and an exhilarating rope bridge experience. Traditionally fishermen
erected the bridge to Carrick-a-Rede island over a 30m-deep and 20m-wide chasm to check their salmon nets. Today
visitors are drawn here simply to take the rope bridge challenge!
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Giant's Causeway
Ireland's top tourist attraction and UNESCO World Heritage site, The world famous Giant's Causeway displays
formations of unusual six sided basalt columns and a wealth of local and natural history. Coast and cliff
paths for exploration. The wreck site of the Armada treasure ship 'Girona' is found in Port-na-Spaniagh.
Open for walking all year round. A minibus service is provided at a small charge to take visitors to the Causeway
Stones. Visitor centre with interpretive displays, AV theatre and tourist information. National Trust shop and tea
room. Specialist guided tours operate June - August (booking necessary - phone for prices). Tours also available
out of season (booking essential). Disabled access. Admission charge to car park and audio visual.
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