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Warrenpoint, Co. Down

The port at Warrenpoint handles container traffic and when Newry port closed in the 1970s the port was enlarged. The town has a lively waterfront and a long promenade.

Every year Warrenpoint plays host to its own answer to the Rose of Tralee festival, with an opening parade, musical entertainment and fireworks.

Golfers can take advantage of Warrenpoint golf club (0044 28 41 753 695), which is a quality course with magnificent views of Carlingford Lough and the Mournes.

Visitors to the area will enjoy relaxing walks through Kilbroney Park (0044 28 41 738 134), which covers 97 acres of mountain, streams, Lough and valley.

The local activity centre, Thrills and Spills Warrenpoint (0044 28 41 752 852) offers jet skiing, mountain biking, adventure games and an indoor adventure playground for children.

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

Dundalk Golf Club

Blackrock, Co. Louth
Course Type: Parkland

Founded in 1905, Dundalk is unquestionably one of Ireland's finest parkland layouts. Set above the village of Blackrock, the course offers magnificent views of the nearby Cooley and Mourne mountains, the Irish Sea and Dundalk Bay. Hosting Nati ...

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Self Catering

Golfkeel Cottages - Oatfield Cottage , The Loft Cottage, Dovedale Cottage

Banbridge, Co. Down

Located one mile from the town of Banbridge the tranquil and peaceful surroundings Golfkeel Cottages are are set in their own private grounds wit secure private parking and offer spectacular panoramic views of the rolling countryside and the Moun ...

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What's On

Dundalk Farmers Market - County Louth - Fridays

Dundalk Farmers Market

The Square, Dundalk, County Louth - Fridays 10am-2pm.

Contact: Peter Thomas - 087 277 8538

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Tourist Attractions

Armagh County Museum

Armagh, Co. Armagh

The oldest county museum in Ireland is set in Armagh's beautiful Georgian tree lined Mall. Its collections capture centuries of stories relating to the people who lived, worked and had connections with this famous city and historic county.

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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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