Location: Castlerock
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The 5 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Castlerock, Northern Ireland
Castlerock is a seaside village in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. It is situated five miles west of Coleraine, and is part of Causeway Coast and Glens district. It is very popular with summer tourists, having numerous apartment blocks and three caravan sites. Castlerock Golf Club has both 9 and 18-hole links courses bounded by the beach, the River Bann and the Belfast to Derry railway line. The village had a recorded population of 1,287 people in the 2011 Census, and currently has a popular local football team called Villagers FC.
Restaurants in Castlerock
1. Gortmore Viewpoint
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By 816johna - Belfast, United Kingdom
The drive up to Gortmore from Downhill is exciting to say the least. Low gear and a very steep road with blind bends make it a road to be careful on. Eventually it is worth it when you reach the viewpoint. There are stunning views over to Donegal, up Lough Foyle towards Londonderry and down the North Coast as far as the Giants' Causeway. Even on a warm calm day at sea level the wind at Gortmore is keen and cool.
2. Hezlett House
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4.5 based on 29 reviews
This 17th Century thatched cottage is full of history and stories. Learn about life inside one of Northern Ireland's oldest surviving buildings. Also home to the interesting Downhill marbles display. The house is open by appointment only, so please call and ask for a tour.
3. Downhill Demesne & Hezlett House
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4.5 based on 479 reviews
Mussenden Temple is one of the most iconic buildings in Northern Ireland, and is situated within the grounds of Downhill Demesne, a once magnificent manor house owned by the Earl Bishop of Derry, Frederick Hervey. The site is always open, but please see our National Trust website for details of when the facilities are open.
Reviewed By pmam76 - Castlerock, United Kingdom
Lovely walks up to Mussenden and round walled garden great views of Benone and over the Foyle to Donegal fuelled by Al’s Coffee best on the coast
4. Castlerock Beach
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4.5 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By _carolineascot16 - Berkshire, United Kingdom
Perfect beach, great qulaity sand and sand dunes. free to park on road, can walk down to good cafes and toilets. Lifeguards on duty. Ideal for surfing and families. Perfect if sunny, recommend windbreakers if picnicing. Great scenery and cloud formations. Would definately recommend - our favouite beach of the week's holiday along that coast. Next door Downhill Strand is also great and had the added bonus of being able to park on the beach next to the ice cream van!
5. Downhill Beach
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4.5 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By Straidbilly
Just walking and walking for miles on lovely golden sand with breathtaking views.And even a cold water paddle in the Atlantic Ocean
