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Tyrone & Sperrins

The largely rural Counties of Tyrone and Londonderry are dominated by the heather-clad slopes of the Sperrins Mountains, Northern Ireland’s largest and least explored mountain range.  In this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you are off the beaten track and may not encounter another person for miles.  The pace of life is slower here, so relax and let the region slowly reveal itself.

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Tyrone & Sperrins are one of Northern Ireland’s premier eco-tourism destinations.

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With sparse highlands and lush river valleys, the Sperrins have a special charm, especially for walkers.

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Cycling Routes in the Sperrins

The Sperrins offer excellent options of 12 circular waymarked routes where you can discover a unique landscape...

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48 Hours in Tyrone & The Sperrins

County Tyrone is steeped in history and culture and is a haven for things to see and do!

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Island Turf Crafts Visitor Centre

Co Tyrone

5000 years ago in Ireland, the great Elk wondered through the forest and mountains. It was a land of sweeping mists, gentle rain and soft sunlight.
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The Nally Heritage Centre Carrickmore

Co Tyrone

Based at Naomh Colm Cille GAA grounds in Carrickmore in mid-Tyrone, the centre encompasses aspects of social, economic, political, sporting and geographical history relating to the local area.

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Roe Valley Country Park

Co Londonderry

This scenic and tranquil park on the outskirts of Limavady offers spectacular riverside views and woodland walks along with opportunities for salmon and trout fishing, canoeing, rock climbing and orienteering.
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Harry Avery's Castle

Co Tyrone

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

Co Tyrone

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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Gortnamoyagh Forest

Co Londonderry

Travel 3 miles west of Garvagh town and you will begin to enter Gortnamoyagh Forest, which straddles the North Sperrins ridge. Gortnamoyagh Forest provides a rewarding experience for anyone looking to enjoy unspoilt and often remote areas of forest.
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Wellbrook Beetling Mill

Co Tyrone

Wellbrook is nestled in an idyllic wooded valley. As you come over the hill and see the river, the mill, its water wheel and traditional cottage, it looks as if nothing could disturb the tranquillity. But it is not always so quiet!
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An Creagán

Co Tyrone

Situated at the foothills of the Sperrins, An Creagán is distinctively designed to mirror the archaeological sites of the area and give you the opportunity to step back in time. It also offers archaeological, environmental and cultural tours.
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Ardboe Old Cross

Co Tyrone

A 10th Century Cross situated on a rocky height on the shores of Lough Neagh. It is a national monument which is believed to be the first High Cross of Ulster. The cross stands 18.5 feet high and 3.5 feet wide, Its 22 panels depict various ...
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Moy Antiques and Collectables

Co Tyrone

Located on the beautiful Moy Square, in Moy, Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland. Moy Antiques displays a comprehensive range of quality Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and decorative furniture as well as fireplaces, chandeliers, mirrors and clocks.
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Bellaghy Bawn

Co Londonderry

Built around 1619 by Sir Baptist Jones, Bellaghy Bawn is a fortified house and bawn (the defensive wall surrounding an Irish tower house).
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Green Lane Museum

Co Londonderry

Step back in time by visiting the Green Lane Museum, located at the Roe Valley Country Park, approximately one mile from Limavady. Here, the visitor can view historical exhibits relating to the linen and agricultural industries from a bygone age.
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Bovevagh Church

Co Londonderry

Bovevagh parish church was established in the late Middle Ages on the site of an early monastery, said to have been founded by Colm Cille in 557. Adamnan, Coolm Cille's biographer was reputedly patron here and the monastery was the home of SS. ...
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Altahullion Wind Farm

Londonderry/Derry

Comprising of 29 wind turbines, Altahullion is one of the largest wind farms in Ireland.
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Garvagh Museum and Heritage Centre

Co Londonderry

Situated in the walled garden of the former Garvagh Estate, the museum houses collections which cover most aspects of rural and domestic life in the 19th and early 20th Centuries.
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The Wilson Ancestral Home

Co Tyrone

The Wilson Ancestral Home provides an opportunity to take a step back in time and enter the world of the "White House." Guided tours during the months of July and August give an insight into the history behind our rich Ulster American connections ...
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Let The Dance Begin Sculpture

Co Tyrone

The 18' high sculpture unifies the Sperrins most popular art forms (music and dance) in this vision of reconciliation and community regeneration. "Two dancers stand still, poised and ready to begin. At the Lifford side stands a musician holding ...
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Dungiven Priory and O'Cahan's Tomb

Londonderry/Derry

Augustinian priory with a 15th-century tomb of Cooey-na-Gall, an O'Cahan chief, who died in 1385. Free access to priory always. East side of Dungiven (A5) reached on foot down a lane passing a wart well and rag tree.
Beaghmore Stone Circles

Beaghmore Stone Circles

Co Tyrone

Mysterious complex of 7 Bronze Age stone circles and alignments. It's where megalithic tombs and the mysterious Beaghmore stone circles stand as silent witnesses to the settlements that thrived here 6,000 years ago.

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Ulster American Folk Park

Co Tyrone

Immerse yourself in the story of Irish emigration at the museum that brings it to life.
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Tullaghoge Fort

Co Tyrone

Tullaghoge Fort was a royal power centre which came to historical prominence in the 11th Century when it was a dynastic centre for Cerel nEogain (later the O’Neills).
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Banagher Old Church

Londonderry/Derry

Banagher Church is an impressive ruin with the nave being built around 1100. The date 474 on the west door was carved in the 18th century and near by is a small house shaped tomb, which is said to be that of St. Muiredach O'Heney's.

Sion Mills, Strabane

Co Tyrone

The village if Sion Mills is located just south of Strabane. Worthy of note and a visit is Sion Mills, a pleasant tree lined industrial village particularly rich in architectural heritage. Significant features among others include the Church of ...

Tirkane Sweathouse

Co Londonderry

Nestled in a secluded area located 2.5 miles to the North West of Maghera, Tirkane is a well preserved Sweathouse or Sauna.

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