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Blog (March 2021) - Visit Derry

New Chairperson appointed to Visit Derry

New Chairperson appointed to Visit Derry

The Board, Chief Executive and staff of Visit Derry are delighted to welcome Michelle Simpson in her appointment as the new Chair of the organisation.

  • Derry~Londonderry Word search
    Categories: Puzzles

    Derry~Londonderry Word search

    If you like wordsearch puzzles, then why not give our Derry~Londonderry themed wordsearch a go. We hope you'll enjoy it and discover lots of fun places to go to on a staycation in our historic Walled City, soon. 

  • Derry Girls Quiz
    Categories: Derry Girls

    Derry Girls Quiz

    We are buzzin Derry Girls season one is still showing on Netflix. You can catch season two on Channel 4. If you haven't seen the show yet then give it a try, we're sure you'll love it. If you have watched it already then take our quiz. ðŸ‘‡

  • Your Guide to Derry's top museums

    Your Guide to Derry's top museums

    Delve into Derry~Londonderry's past and spend the weekend visiting its impressive museums, each with their own story to tell. 

    Learn about the Plantation, the Siege of Derry and right up to the Troubles. 

  • The 'Catwalk'

    The 'Catwalk'

    Heard of the term 'Catwalk' and ever wondered where it came from? Well, it's claimed that the very term was coined in the historic Walled City of Derry~Londonderry. 

  • Discover the great outdoors in Derry!
    Categories: Great Outdoors

    Discover the great outdoors in Derry!

    There’s lots to discover in Derry~Londonderry. We’re a city rich in culture, heritage and history but did you know we’re also home to some pretty spectacular parks and beauty spots.

    Take a deep dive into Derry’s history while also discovering some of our unique landscapes and wonderful outdoor adventures suitable for the whole family

  • Discover the North West's Most Interesting Golf Courses

    Discover the North West's Most Interesting Golf Courses

    Derry, the UK’s inaugural City of Culture, may seem like an unusual place for a challenging and unique round of golf. But you may be surprised to discover that they have some stunning golf courses. The Walled City, where the Wild Atlantic Way meets the Causeway Coastal Route is the perfect place to base yourself for a golfing break this summer.

  • Amelia Earhart

    Amelia Earhart

    Did you know that it was in the historic Walled City of Derry~Londonderry that one of the world's famous aviators, Amelia Earhart, made history. It was on May 21, 1932 when the 34-year-old became the first woman to fly across the Atlantic alone landing in Derry.

  • ‘You are now entering Free Derry’

    ‘You are now entering Free Derry’

    ‘You are now entering Free Derry’.

    It’s quite possibly the most photographed gable wall in Ireland; and a visit to the city isn’t complete without a trip to the Bogside area to see the Free Derry Corner in all its glory.

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