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Newtownstewart
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.
Newtownstewart
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.
Killeter
Forest Parks
Pull on your walking boots and come enjoy a truly wonderful walking experience - one which has been defined by nature and refined by the seasons to provide an ever changing backdrop to the Killeter story.
Co.Tyrone
Walking
Immediately after the main entrance at Devine’s Lock is an interpretative panel briefly outlining the canal`s history. From here follow the trail north as it leads along the canal edge, passing two footbridges which cross the canal, before…
Walks and Trails
Join the Sperrins Walking Programme for two unforgettable walks through the stunning landscapes and rich history of the region.
Fri 20th March:
‘Ancient Languages of Ireland’ is a Moderate Walk from Greencastle Communty Centre. It is…
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
Explore the rich heritage of Newtownstewart and discover the historical significance of the heritage sites in this area.
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
Explore the rich heritage of Sion Mills area and discover the historical significance of the heritage sites in this area.
Co.Tyrone
Nature and Wildlife
Bessy Bell is part of the Sperrin Mountain Range. It reaches an elevation of 420m (1,378 feet) and dominates Baronscourt to the west and the Strule Valley to the east. From the summit, and Donald Gorm’s cairn, views stretch as far as the Derg…
Strabane
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
Maghera
Rural
With our immersive, multi-sensory activities, we want visitors to go home with heads full of story souvenirs they can tell and retell.
Strabane
Theatre
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.
Castlederg
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.
Co.Tyrone
Walking
Moor Lough is an upland lake of approximately 16.2 hectares located in the Sperrin Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty .It sits at an altitude of some 170 metres and within two parishes - Donagheady and Leckpatrick. Owenreagh Hill is located on the…
Strabane
Historic House / Palace
*The Wilson Home is currently closed at Ulster American Folk Park*. In the foothills of the Sperrin Mountains at Dergalt can be found the house from which a young man called James Wilson left in 1807. Just over a century later his grandson,…
Strabane
St Patrick's Day
Join us in Strabane this St. Patrick’s Day for a vibrant celebration of Irish culture. Don’t miss the craic – come and celebrate in Strabane! More information coming soon!
Castlederg
Walking Holiday
A series of circular walking routes through unspoilt countryside with terrain ranging from riverside walks to treks across open moorland.
Strabane
The Church of the Immaculate Conception was dedicated at a ceremony on the 15 September 1895 by the Bishop of Derry, the Rev. Dr. O’ Doherty and attended by Cardinal Logue, the Catholic Primate of All Ireland. The architect was a William Hague from…
Castlederg
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, Vodka & Whiskey, and let us introduce to you the equipment that makes…
Omagh
Outdoors
Explore the Sperrins Sculpture Trail, including Nowanois located in Co.Tyrone. The adult Nowanois points to the sky; he muses telling his younger self a story of the stars and of the ancestors gone by who looked and marvelled at the heavens.
Strabane
Talks/Lectures
Tarlach Mac Giolla Bhríde to explore rich heritage of Strabane place names.