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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

Royal County Down Golf Club

Newcastle, Co. Down
Course Type: Links

Widely regarded as one of the finest links courses in the world, Royal County Down has an appropriate setting at Newcastle, where the Mountains of Mourne sweep down to the sea. For more than 100 years it had nestled on classic duneland, in the sh ...

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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

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 Planetarium

Armagh, Co. Armagh

Armagh Planetarium is a world-renowned astronomical educational establishment established in 1968 to bring astronomy to a wider audience. The Planetarium features extensive exhibits highlighting the exploration of space and how this is helping us ...

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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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