Newtownabbey Tourist Attractions: 6 Top Places to Visit
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Top Places to visit in Newtownabbey:
Jordanstown Loughshore Park, Belfast Zoo, War Years Remembered, Sentry Hill Historic House, Ballyrobert Cottage Garden and Nursery, Hazelbank Park
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Places to see in ( Strabane - UK )
Places to see in ( Strabane - UK )
Strabane, historically spelt Straban, is a town in West Tyrone, Northern Ireland. It was the headquarters of the former Strabane District Council. Strabane has a population of around 18,000, which is predominantly nationalist.
It is the second-largest town in Tyrone, after Omagh. It lies on the east bank of the River Foyle and is roughly equidistant from Omagh, Derry City and Letterkenny. The River Foyle marks the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. On the other side of the river (across Lifford Bridge) is the smaller town of Lifford, which is the county town of County Donegal. The Mourne flows through the centre of the town, and meets the Finn to form the Foyle River.
In the 20th century, Strabane garnered the dubious distinction of the highest unemployment rate in the Industrial World, during the height of The Troubles. It is one of the most economically deprived towns in the United Kingdom. Huge economic damage occurred in 1987 when much of the town centre flooded.
The Irish gauge 5 ft 3 in (1,600 mm) Londonderry and Enniskillen Railway (L&ER) reached Strabane in 1847, The Finn Valley Railway (FV) opened from Strabane to Stranorlar in 1863.[10][12] The FV was originally Irish gauge but in 1892 it merged with the 3 ft (914 mm) narrow gauge West Donegal Railway (WD) to form the Donegal Railway.
In 1792, the 4 miles (6.4 km) Strabane Canal was built from the tidal waters of Lough Foyle at Leck, to Strabane. It fell into disuse in 1962. In June 2006 the Strabane Lifford Development Commission awarded a £1.3m cross-border waterways restoration contract. The project was launched by President of Ireland, Mary McAleese, in Lifford and involves the restoration of 1.5 miles (2.4 km) of canal and two locks to working order.
The National Trust owns a Strabane shop in which John Dunlap learnt the printing trade. Dunlap went on to print the United States Declaration of Independence. The house has been visited by several famous people, including former US President Bill Clinton. It is located at the end of the Main Street.Which is now a classic cafe.
Dergalt, the ancestral home of Woodrow Wilson, 28th President of the United States, is near Strabane. Strabane is twinned with Zeulenroda-Triebes in the state of Thuringia, Germany.
( Strabane - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting Strabane . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Strabane - UK
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Bushmills Inn, Co. Antrim, Ireland, hotel room tour
The Bushmills Inn is a charming 17th century lodge in the heart of Northern Ireland's Causeway Coast. Here I share a look inside one of the luxury four star hotel's rooms
Filmed with GoPro Hero4 Silver. Adventures All Around stayed as a guest of Visit Ireland and the Bushmills Inn and travelled with British Airways.
Antrim Castle Gardens - County Antrim, Northern Ireland
Antrim Castle Gardens which is also referred to as Antrim Castle Gardens and Clotworthy House is considered a historic gem which people will never find anywhere else in Northern Ireland; it is the place that was supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund in order to become in the same measure of beauty which we see today.
As much as this location is considered a beautiful green space that one could stroll down to enjoy, it is also considered a historic place which tourists come to visit in order to check the Clotworthy House that is found inside - and which is the reason behind referring to it in the name of the whole place - and at the same time get the chance to visit the Garden Heritage Exhibition in order to know more about the story of Massereene Family.
Antrim Castle, which is located in the same place where the gardens are situated, was also referred to and known as Massereene Castle. The Massereene Castle passed through lots of stages in its development; it was erected in stages between 1613 and 1662, it was destroyed by fire in 1922, and it was finally demolished in the 1970's. In addition to the castle, there was an Italian tower built there in 1887 and a gatehouse which was built in 1818 with twin neo-Tudor towers, with older connecting walls.
People in county Antrim - and in Northern Ireland in general - consider Antrim Castle Gardens a living museum that carries over four centuries of culture and heritage. In these 60-acre gardens, there are some features which you will need to check and which include visiting the Large Parterre, Her Ladyship's Pleasure Garden and Yew Tree Pond. Along the walk in this garden, you will at some point come across the sculpture which is named The Massereene Wolfhound which is considered part of the history of this family that played a great role in bringing this garden to life and giving it the chance to become a historical place until this day.
In order to bring back lots of the things and features which used to make this garden different and take it back to its 17th-century reality, there were lots of things done and a lot of hard work exerted in the major programme that was dedicated to it by the Heritage Lottery Fund that was considered the biggest garden restoration project to be seen in Northern Ireland.
As much as the whole place is mainly about the old restored garden, you will also get the chance to see those new and ornamental gardens during your visit. It is easy to reach this garden and there you will find heritage, you will find education and interpretation, as well as community arts' facilities which you will find them scattered all around Clotworthy House that is part of Antrim Castle Gardens.
There are different events that sometimes take its place in this place and one of these examples is the Christmas event which we even got the chance to attend - it was beautifully different for us as adults as well as for the kids for the different games and other sweets which it managed to serve them ( - we definitely recommend this place for those who are trying to visit a place in county Antrim which will mix between heritage and history as well as the new features and informative things which are all found there.
County Antrim, which is one of the six counties that are found in Northern Ireland, carries several destinations and touristic attractions that people could go to and visit. From the long list that is found out there, we would recommend Bushmills Distillery which is located in Bushmills that is in county Antrim ( Another option is the famous Dark Hedges which is located in Ballymoney in county Antrim as well and which became even more famous after it appeared in the famous Game of Thrones movie series ( Carrickfergus is one destination in county Antrim which we have been to before and which we would recommend as well ( and we would also recommend Carnfunnock Park which is one of the things that we believe should be done in county Antrim - especially if you have kids and want them to enjoy the time along with you - (
There are actually lots of things and places in county Antrim and the suggestions always depend on the place you are residing in and how far you will be from all these different places; always search our channel according to your location and you will definitely find lots of places on it which you could visit and lots of things which you could actually do when it comes to Northern Ireland.
Our trip to Antrim Castle Gardens was all worth it, we enjoyed the mix of history and modernity and that is exactly why we are recommending the place to you all.
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The five best scenic drives in Britain The most beautiful UK views from your car window
The five best scenic drives in Britain The most beautiful UK views from your car window.Driving across the UK, whether for a few hours or over the course of the weekend, is one of the best ways to see the breathtaking scenery found on our shores. These are the five best scenic drives in the Britain, and the perfect car to do them in.Hardknott Pass, Lake DistrictA stunning drive, this is one for confident drivers who want a challenge. Warning signs advise drivers entering Eskdale to the west and Wryness Pass to the east to exercise “extreme caution on this “narrow route.Start at Little Lansdale and continue through winding Wrynose Pass. Climb via a network of hairpin bends and enjoy the stunning views on offer. The final descent is tricky, but worth it. Go in the height of summer to avoid rain and fog making conditions even tougher.Car: Vauxhall Insignia Country Tourer. A Sporty top-of-the-range Insignia with rugged looks and premium qualities, All-wheel drive with torque vectoring and more ground clearance. From £25,635 on-the-road, in showrooms this month.CotswoldsThis scenic tour will see you take in chocolate box English villages. Start in Chipping Campden and follow Park Road/Cotswold Way to Willersey, then on to Broadway for the pretty and well-preserved shop fronts. Follow signs to Broadway Tower and its awe-inspiring views over 16 counties, before heading to Snowshill Manor, then the A44 to Moreton-in-Marsh.Take the A429 via Stow in the Wold, following signs to the “Slaughters, home of the Chipping Norton set and Soho Farmhouse. From here, let the satnav guide you to discover the myriad of pretty villages.Car: Vauxhall Cascada. 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, Multi-layered fabric hood ideal for UK winters or top-down cruising. With the top down, it has a perfectly clean profile with no roof-top cover or visible roll-over protection disturbing the car’s silhouette. From £27,115 on-the-roadSussex, Hampshire and WiltshireA 120mile ride that takes in coast, the hilly Downs and the plains of Wiltshire. Start at Bosham, heading north to Goodwood Motor Circuit picking up the A286 west. Then on he A272 via Petersfield on to cathedral city Winchester. Spend the night in the historic and pretty city before continuing on day two. Follow the winding B3049 to Stockbridge, then the A3057 to the A3023 past Thruxton Motorsport Centre, followed by the A345 past Avebury. Finally, join the A4/A420/B4039, following signs for Castle Combe.Car: Vauxhall ADAM. The perfect city car to get you around Winchester, this has over a million different specification and trim combinations. Personalisation begins with the selection of one of three trim levels – ADAM JAM (fashionable/colourful) – ADAM GLAM (elegant/sophisticated) and ADAM SLAM (racy/sporty).A new-generation Park Assist that automatically parks the car, a Side Blind Spot Alert and a power steering system including a ‘light touch’ CITY mode. From £12,880 (ADAM JAM 1.2-litre 70PS) up to £15,750 (ADAM SLAM 1.4-litre 100PS).Northern IrelandA 130-mile route following the rugged edges of Northern Ireland's coast. Head north from Belfast, heading along the M2/A2 and the Causeway Coast Rout, past Carrickfergus Castle and Glenarm. Turn left after Garron Point, climbing sharply into Flenariff Forest Park. Take the B14 past Tievebulliagh mountain and into the picturesque towns of Cushendall and Cushendun, following signs to Torr Head.Descend to Torr Head for views of Scotland before following signs to Ballycastle then along the A2 to Dunlace Castle, a ruin. It is then not too far for the main attraction - the Giant's Causeway.Car: An incredible trip with the family, the Vauxhall Crossland X is perfect for this drive. With elevated seating position, spacious interior, it is practical and flexible. From £16,555 on-the-road.
Hidden Village of Galboly - Carnlough - County Antrim - Northern Ireland
Village caché de Galboly - Carnlough - Comté d'Antrim - Irlande du Nord
Coordonnées GPS: 55°03'26.8N 5°58'52.5W
Ce village est situé dans la vallée de Glencloy. Il n'est pas visible de la route puisqu'il est entouré d'arbres.
Au milieu du XIXe siècle, on y comptait une soixantaine d'habitants. Ceux-ci étaient principalement des agriculteurs. Cent ans plus tard, on n'y comptait que six habitants.
Les habitants auraient déserté le village suite à la modification des pratiques agricoles et de la mécanisation.
De plus, l'approvisionnement en eau potable était un réel problème puisque les habitants devaient s'approvisionner à partir d'une source située près de la route côtière.
Nous avons laissé notre véhicule sur le stationnement qui se trouve en bordure de la route Garron (A2) et nous avons poursuivi à pied dans la vallée pour nous rendre jusqu'à ce village.
La randonnée débute en face du stationnement. Il suffit de suivre le chemin tracé dans la vallée. Il y a une barrière que l'on doit ouvrir et refermer aussitôt derrière nous afin d'éviter que les moutons ne s'échappent.
Nous avons d'abord monté une pente plutôt abrupte. Au sommet de cette pente, il y a une autre barrière. Lors de notre passage, elle était ouverte. Nous sommes entrés dans cette section de la vallée et avons longé le muret en pierre.
Après quelques minutes de marche, nous avons aperçu enfin le premier bâtiment (Lower Galboly) qui consistait en une ferme. En nous approchant de ce bâtiment, les autres bâtiments du village se sont dévoilés un à un.
Les bâtiments n'ont pas leurs toits d'origine. A l'époque, ceux-ci possédaient plutôt des toits de chaume.
Malgré que ce village soit en ruine, il possède un charme fou. Il suffit de voir au-delà des apparences et nous imaginer comment était la vie ici même il y a près de deux siècles.
Pour ceux qui le désirent, la randonnée peut se poursuivre jusqu'au sommet de la montagne. J'en ai parcouru un petit bout, suffisamment cependant pour avoir une vue d'ensemble du village.
Plus on avance vers le sommet, plus le panorama est sensationnel, ayant ainsi l'opportunité d'avoir une magnifique vue d'ensemble de toute la région.
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Carnlough Antrim Fishing Village - Carnlough Harbour - NI
Carnlough and Carnlough Harbour is an area of outstanding beauty nestled in amongst the Glens of Antrim - at the foot of Glencloy -
and the North Channel on the well travelled Coast Road.
Carnlough is actually a beautiful small fishing village that is located in county Antrim, Northern Ireland, and this Carnlough Harbour is part of it, on the shores of Carnlough Bay.
Carnlough Harbour was built by the owners of the quarries west of the village, which were connected to the harbour by means of a mineral tramway network, which include a bridge over each of two parallel streets in the village. Most of the old things that are built in any country out there are renovated and that is exactly the same that happened with Carnlough Harbour; it has been renovated recently and is now used by pleasure boats and small fishing boats.
Carnlough Harbour is now considered the focal point for the whole village, that is why it might be attracting lots of people - especially the local Irish ones - to it because they already now what they are going to see and experience at this place. This area offers many opportunities for both sea angling and fresh water angling.
If you intended to come to Carnlough Harbour by boat before and you are not from the village, you might have heard that it is difficult to find a place because it is usually full of local boats.
Carnlough Harbour is situated at the northern end of Carnlough Bay between Garren Point and Park Head. Visiting the place in general has its own different feeling and it is of course one experience which you will fall in love with for the weather and the calmness of the view; if you are coming from afar, there is also the famous Londonderry Arms Hotel which is just in front of the harbour and which you could stay at.
Being in Carnlough Village itself means that there are different attractions which one could actually see and check in addition to Carnlough Harbour - which we have to say is the most famous there. The options from the places that one could choose, there is the Glenarm Castle, the Red Bay Castle, Cranny Falls, Ardclinis Church, Carnlough Library, St. John the Evangelist, and the Hidden Village of Galboly. People always think that because Carnlough is a small village, it might not have what people could visit and know more about, but it has and might even grab the attention so easily.
In addition to those attractions and destinations which one could head out to in order to check in Carnlough Village, one should also think about the activities or those things which could be done apart from sightseeing. One of the examples which we have include taking the Carnlough Bay boat tours which will provide you with a new experience, or else going to the Glenarm forest and have a walk inside the place and experience it all.
Carnlough is situated in Ballymena and that brings another journey which people could think about - you could jump from one village to the other to check what it has there, but which will definitely depend on the number of days you are taking to enjoy your vacation.
In Ballymena, there are some important places to be mentioned, such as the Cushendun Caves which are situated in Cushendun ( and which also appeared in Game of Thrones movie series - just like Carnlough - and which is one of those which we have been to before.
Carnlough Harbour appeared in Game of Thrones movie series which is filmed in different locations all around Northern Ireland, even some of the 10 doors that appeared in the movie are found in Northern Ireland as well and if we are referring to Ballymena then door number 8 is found in Mary McBride's Bar which is found in Cushendun, Ballymena; so there is always something to explore in every part of Northern Ireland.
The trip we had to visit Carnlough Harbour was an interesting one, we didn't manage to visit any other touristic destinations in Carnlough Village but we loved walking by the water, sitting there just watching the boats, and at the same time enjoying the breeze and the atmosphere of the whole place.
If you are going on a tour regarding the locations that are part of Game of Thrones then visiting the Carnlough Harbour is a must, and if you are generally searching for a new and different location which you might visit in Northern Ireland then this is also an option - but it will definitely depend on your current location and the place you are staying at during your visit.
If you have already been to the Carnlough Harbour before then share with us your experience and tell us about the things you loved the most about the place. If you have never been there before then this is the right time to head to this peaceful place and see it in real and you will not lose if you also headed to some of the attractions there as well.
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Northern Ireland Causeway Coastal Route Drive May Bank Holiday 2018
Take a spin from Belfast, Northern Ireland up the Causeway Coastal Route. Place names added along the way, for those interested.
Timelapse of a drive up the the north coast of Ireland, including Torr Head - 28th May 2018.
Rated as one of the Top Road Trips, pass through the nine Glens of Antrim, winding between picturesque villages and unforgettable scenic locations.