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Limavady Attractions (many more under links section) |
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 Altahullion Wind Farm
Telephone: 028 2826 3900
Email: info-ireland@res-ltd.com
Website: www.res-ltd.com
Location: Dungiven
Comprising of 29 wind turbines, Altahullion is one of the largest wind farms in Ireland. Built upon the blanket bog it provides panoramic views over the Roe Valley to the north Sperrins Ridge from Binevenagh to Benbradagh. The site is signed from the A6 at Foreglen and from Bovevagh Road. Public access is available to the first turbine on this site.
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Banagher Glen
Telephone: 028777 60304
Email: customer.forestservice@dardni.gov.ni
Website: www.forestserviceni.gov.uk
Location: BANAGHER
Banagher Glen lies just three miles south west of Dungiven and is a secluded, steep wooded glen leading to Altnaheglish Reservoir and Banagher Dam. One of the oldest ancient oak woodlands in Ireland, Banagher Glen is a Nature Reserve and Special Area of Conservation. A peaceful place the Glen itself offers a tranquil place to walk whilst a 14 km circular walk is available through extensive Banagher Forest, Co. Londonderry’s largest commercial forest.
Banagher Glen and Forest is open all year around. Car parking and toilet facilities open 9.00am – 9.00pm Saturday and Sunday June and September and 9.00am – 9.00pm daily July and August. www.forestserviceni.gov.uk |
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Benone Strand
Benone Avenue, Benone, Limavady
Telephone: 028 7776 0304
Fax: 028 7776 8107
Email: countryside@limavady.gov.uk
Website: www.benonebeach.com
Benone Strand is one of Ireland’s longest beaches with golden sand backed with majestic cliffs offering panoramic views to Inishowen, the North Coast and Scotland. This Blue Flag award winning beach is popular throughout the year and is host to a range of activities and events including shore angling, power kiting and body boarding. Benone Strand is the perfect place for a walk, tobuild a sandcastle or even just to relax and take in the view. One of the largest dune systems in the UK and Ireland, the beach and dune land are recognised as having European importance and are part of Magilligan Special Area of Conservation.
In July & August, Benone Strand beach wardens and lifeguards are on duty daily from 11 a.m. – 7p.m. |
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 Sampson’s Tower
Sampson’s Tower, a fortified structure of rubble and sandstone, was built by public subscription in
memory of Arthur Sampson, an agent of the London Fishmongers Company for nearly forty years.
The Tower stands on private land at Farlow Road and requires permission from the owner for access. |
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Binevenagh and Benbradagh
Binevenagh Mountain in the north is the focal point within the Binevenagh Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with dramatic views to and from the mountain. Binevenagh is a prime location for hill walking and fishing; the lake on the summit is stocked with rainbow and brown trout and can be accessed by car along a forest road. The views from the top are exceptional and the visitor is often joined by gliders soaring overhead from the nearby Ulster Gliding Club.
Benbradagh Mountain to the south falls within the Sperrins Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, overlooking Dungiven at the gateway to the Glenshane Pass. A short climb along the old “American Road” provides some of the finest views around with minimum effort to the southern Sperrins and to Donegal. Benbradagh is a favourite spot for para gliders and hang gliders. |
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Dungiven Priory and O'Cahan's Tomb
Telephone: Environment and Heritage Service Tel. 028 7772 2074
Email: historicbuildings@doeni.gov.uk
Website: www.eshni.gov.uk
Location: Dungiven
Located off the main A6 Dungiven to Belfast road on the right hand side, the ancient Augustian Priory was founded by the O'Cahan Clan in 1100AD and occupies a pictorial site 200ft above the RiverRoe. The chancel contains the ornate 15th century tomb of Cooey-na-gall, a local O'Cahan Chieftan, who died in 1385. It is considered one of the grandest tombs of its kind in Northern Ireland. www.eshni.gov.uk |
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Forests
Limavady boasts nine spectacular forests, many located on mountainous terrain with stimulating hill walks and stunning views. Ballykelly Forest was the first designated state forest in Northern Ireland and contains some of the province’s native woods. An off road cycling route runs through Ballycarton forest and Binevenagh also hosts part of the National Cycle Network Route 93.
Many of the forests within the borough comprise part of the Ulster Way, whilst Banagher, Gortnamoyagh and Cam are also amongst those forests hosting the North Sperrins Way Marked Way. |
 Kings Fort
Location: Drumsurn
At Drumsurn near Limavady, stands one of the best preserved raths in Ulster, with a deep moat on
the upper side and rills on the rath. The Fort stands on private land and requires permission |
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Green Lane Museum
Roe Valley Country Park, 41 Dogleap Road, Limavady, Londonderry
BT49 9NN
Step back in time by visiting the Green Lane Museum, located at the Roe Valley Country Park, approximately one mile outside Limavady. Here, the visitor can view historical exhibits relating to the linen and agricultural industry from a bygone age and experience the true flavour of days gone by in Limavady. Both permanent and travelling exhibitions are on display throughout the season. Rural heritage displays and craft demonstrations take place every Saturday afternoon from 2pm - 4pm during July and August / Opening times: May - Sep 30th / Mon–Sun 1.00pm–5.00pm
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Limavady Union Workhouse
situated off the B68 Irish Green Street, BT49 0AQ, Limavady
Telephone: Limavady Community Development Initiative 028 7776 5438
Opened in 1842, the Limavady Union Workhouse, , is reported to be one of the best preserved buildings of its type in the whole of Ireland. Jimmy McCurry, the blind fiddler who brought the melody of Danny Boy to the ears of Jane Ross and initiated its journey to become one of the world’s most famous songs, is said to have died at Limavady Workhouse. Owned now by Limavady Community Development Initiative, guided tours are made by appointment, during which the visitor can view the workhouse gate lodge where new entrants were received, one of the dormitories and the dining area. Interpretation is available in the gate lodge. |
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Martello Tower
Telephone: Environment and Heritage Tel. 028 7776 3982/ 028 7772 2074
Email: hblisting@doeni.gov.uk
Website: www.eshni.gov.uk
Location: Magilligan
Magilligan Point, a well preserved Martello Tower built during the Napoleonic Wars with walls over 9ft thick, marks the entrance to Lough Foyle.
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 Carrick Church and Rocks
Telephone: 028777 60307
Location: Limavady
A small parish church stands on a cliff edge, on a picturesque location high above a wooded gorge on
the River Roe. It is situated three miles south of Limavady, off the Limavady - Dungiven Road. |
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Roe Valley Country Park
Telephone: 028 7772 2074
Email: roevalleycountrypark@doeni.gov.uk
Website: www.eshni.gov.uk
Location: Limavady
The Roe Valley Country Park, on the outskirts of Limavady, contains three miles of beautiful and tranquil scenery and offers the visitor a variety of riverside and woodland walks and scenery. The River Roe flows throughout the park and fishing for salmon and trout proves popular for angling enthusiasts visiting the region. Picturesque Largy Bridge is the very location where the legendary 'leap of the dog' took place, giving Limavady its name. Worth a visit regardless of the season, the park acts as a living history of Limavady. Take a step into the past, and imagine local genius J.E. Ritter supplying the first direct current of electricity in Ulster to Limavady. 2007 saw a redevelopment of the visitor and heritage centre which now hosts a permanent educational exhibition. Ritter’s Tearoom is adjacent to the centre.
Centre Opening Hours: October – April Monday – Sunday 10.00am – 5.00pm / May – Sept Monday – Sunday 10.00am – 6.00pm
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