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Carlingford, Co. Louth

Carlingford (Irish: Cairlinn) is a picturesque, medieval coastal village in northern County Louth. Carlingford has many streets with a medieval aspect, a lovely old port and a castle.

Carlingford’s strategic position on the east coast of Ireland made it a vital trading port in times gone by but it’s inability to develop a heavy industry allowed for its medieval charm and archaeological artefacts to remain relatively intact. This lead directly to tourism being the main source of employment. Also significant is fishing, particularly of oysters and crabs from the nearby harbour. There is a very popular Oyster Festival held here every year.

The local area is excellent for walkers, hill walkers, golfers, sailing, fishing & other watersports and for people with an interest in history and architecture in general.

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Ghan House

Carlingford, Co. Louth

Cookery School / Country House / Restaurant

Conveniently located just an hour from Dublin or Belfast airports, the Carroll family' ...

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Carlingford House

Carlingford, Co. Louth

Historic House

Discerning visitors to Carlingford will love Peter and Irene Finegan’s fine 19th ...

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Gardens

Knockabbey Castle & Gardens

Tallanstown, Co. Louth

Also known as Thomastown Castle, the earliest part of the building dates back to 1399 and this tower house played a part in the strategic defence of the northwest corner of the Pale. A Georgian and later a Gothic wing were added, and the old towe ...

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Golf

Greenore Golf Club

Carlingford, Co. Louth
Course Type: Links & Heath

Greenore Golf Club is a magnificent course that was founded in 1896 and is situated in the picturesque Cooley Peninsula in North County Louth, at the foot of Slieve Foy Mountain and on the shores of Carlingford Lough. An excellent test of Gol ...

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Self Catering

Rostrevor Holidays

Rostrevor, Co. Down

Nestled in the south-facing foothills of the Mourne Mountains, Carnaclasha and Owenabwee 5-star Houses offer modern luxury in beautiful surroundings.From the large sitting room windows guests will enjoy the view across the 24-acre peaceful farm o ...

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What's On

Castlebellingham Market - County Louth - First Sunday each month

Castlebellingham Market

Bellingham Castle Hotel, Castlebellingham, County Louth

First Sunday of month 11am - 6pm

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Irish Organic Trading Ltd.

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Tourist Attractions

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Wedding Venues

Narrow Water Castle

Warrenpoint, Co. Down

Scenically situated overlooking Carlingford Lough, and only 4 miles from Newry, Narrow Water Castle makes an atmospheric and conveniently located setting for weddings. Built in the early 1800’s from local granite, this historic building is ...

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