Strabane & the Sperrins

Hidden away in the heart of Ulster lies the Tyrone and the Sperrins an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), a dramatic environment millions of years in the making and with a thousand and one secrets awaiting to be discovered. This scenic heartland offers a complete taste of rural Ireland and features some of Ireland’s most stunning landscapes – the heather clad hills of the high Sperrins; the rich and fast flowing rivers of the Foyle; the vastness of Lough Neagh, and the wonderfully sculpted fields and townlands of County Tyrone.

Mysterious sentinels and ancient stones dot an enchanted landscape which today provides the perfect backdrop for a wide range of get away breaks and activities . Enjoy everything from challenging treks, extreme off road driving, and adrenaline pumping mountain biking to romantic retreats and family fun in the great outdoors - all packaged with a warm welcome, and wonderful places to eat and stay.

Strabane- An Srath Bán – The Fair Holm –

Strabane is a town which compares favourably with any other in Ireland. Its principal streets contain many imposing buildings and business premises, combining familiar high street names with the intimacy of the family run businesses.

Strabane offers the complete shopping experience – Everything from designer boutiques to shops offering traditional fare while stylish coffee bars, quaint teashops and award winning restaurants provide the perfect option for sharing a relaxing moment or two with friends.

Made In Tyrone

While in Strabane discover quality craft shops, artesan food outlets, and a monthly Farmers Market. Other gems include our very own luxury shirt maker and retailer – continuing a rich tradition hundreds of years in the making and the leading producer of Gaelic Games sportswear in Ireland.

A Unique Heritage

A visit to Strabane would be incomplete without sampling something of our unique heritage and culture. Strabane is noted for its many famous associations including those with Flann O’Brien- one of Ireland’s foremost literary giants; the hymn writer Cecil Frances Alexander – of All Things Bright And Beautiful fame; and John Dunlap, printer of the American Declaration of Independence.On Strabane’s Main Street, nestling behind a unique Georgian façade, visitors will find Gray Printers and its treasure trove of history focussing on the indelible story of ink, galleys, presses and emigration in the 18th century (Open on set days only and by appointment) Nearby, we also have the ancestral home of President Woodrow Wilson (Open July & August) where visitors can relive the ambience of bygone days in front of the traditional hearth fire, and in the carefully conserved rooms complete with authentic artefacts.

Alongside this unique heritage, Strabane can also boast one of the most impressive pieces of sculpture in the North-West – the “Let The Dance Begin” sculpture, and a magnificent arts and conference theatre where everything from traditional music, to ballet and comedy can be enjoyed. Add to the mix a number of excellent opportunities to participate in creative learning and the arts, as well as a wide spectrum of outdoor activity interests such as angling, golf, and horse riding there is no doubt that Strabane has something to suit all tastes.

For more information, see the Discover Tyrone and Sperrins website

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Dart Mountain Cheese

Derry~Londonderry

Address

26 Tamnagh Road, Park Village, Derry~Londonderry, County Derry, BT47 4DN

Telephone
0777-9580-542

info@dartmountaincheese.com

Type

Type:

Food & Drink

Dart Mountain Cheese make a range of award-winning in small batches using the finest local milk. We have a number of tours that we hope will appeal to your individual needs.

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Ulster American Folk Park

Omagh

Address

2 Mellon Road, Castletown, Omagh, County Tyrone, BT78 5QU

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 8224 3292

info@nationalmuseumsni.org

Price
Price £9.90 Per Ticket
Gradings
- Four Star Quality Assurance
Type

Type:

Visitor Centres & Museums

Journey back in time at the Ulster American Folk Park, from the Old World of Ulster to the New World of America. Learn what life was like in rural Ulster, step on board the full-scale emigrant ship and enjoy craft demonstrations performed by guides…

Dates

From:

1 Mar 2023to31 Oct 2023Various Opening Times

From:

1 Nov 2023to28 Feb 2024Various Opening Times
Price
Price £9.90 Per Ticket

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Wild Atlantic Distillery & Gin School

Castlederg

Address

20 Trienamongan Road, Aghyaran, Castlederg, County Tyrone, BT81 7XF

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9600 2525

info@wildatlanticdistillery.ie

Type

Type:

Brewery/Distillery Tour

Meet the people behind the distillery in a fun and friendly environment just 15 miles from the Wild Atlantic Way. Take the opportunity to learn how we make our Wild Atlantic Gin and let us introduce to you the equipment that makes it possiblle.

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Harry Avery's Castle

Newtownstewart

Address

Old Castle Road, Newtownstewart, County Tyrone, BT82 8DY

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207

scmenquiries@communities-ni.gov.uk

Price
Free

Type

Type:

Castle / Fort

Thought to have been built around 1320 by a local chieftain of the O’Neill clan, but named after Harry Avery O’Neill,a local chief who died in 1392, this structure is considered unusual in that Irish chieftain’s of the time rarely built stone castle.

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Free

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Strabane Town Heritage Trail

Strabane

Address

The Alley Arts and Conference Centre, 1A Railway Street, Strabane, Co. Tyrone, BT82 8EF

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 7138 4444

Type

Type:

Sightseeing

The Strabane Heritage Trail is a self-guided walking tour of approximately 3.5 miles/5.5 kilometres that displays and celebrates the town’s rich heritage and history

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Newtownstewart Castle

Newtownstewart

Address

Townhall Street, Newtownstewart, County Tyrone, BT78 4AX

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207

scmenquiries@communities-ni.gov.uk

Price
Free

Type

Type:

Castle / Fort

The power of the O’Neill chieftains in Tyrone came to an end in 1607. Defeated in battle by English forces and fearful for their future, Hugh O’Neill and his allies fled Ireland in what has become known as the Flight of the Earls.

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Free

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The International Appalachian Trail (IAT) Ulster-Ireland

Address

The Sperrin Mountains

Type

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Walking Route - Long (20> miles)

The coast to coast trail begins on the Atlantic Coast in South West Donegal at the spectacular Slieve League cliffs, journeys inland along the Blue Stack Way and then into County Tyrone. Here the route picks up the Ulster Way, explores the stunning…

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The Alley Arts and Conference Centre

Strabane

Address

1 Railway Street, Strabane, County Tyrone, BT82 8EF

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 7138 4444

alley.theatre@derrystrabane.com
Gradings
- Four Star Quality Assurance
Type

Type:

Arts Centre

The Alley Arts and Conference Centre is a theatre complex, art gallery, visitor information centre and conference venue, situated in the heart of beautiful Strabane, County Tyrone and located on the gateway to County Donegal.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times
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Castlederg Castle

Castlederg

Address

Main Street, Castlederg, County Tyrone, BT81 7AS

Price
Free

Type

Type:

Castle / Fort

This Castle commands a strategic location on the River Derg. Recent excavations revealed the remains of a 15th century O'Neill tower house which preceded the Bawn, a defended stone house.

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Free

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Craigbane Goat Farm

Derry~Londonderry

Address

Kilgort Road, Claudy, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT474AY

Telephone
07756831711

craigbanegoatfarm@gmail.com

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Type:

Food Tour

Take in the stunning views at the mountain top farm and lend a hand to milk Craigbane Farm's herd of goats.

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