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Ireland’s Northwest #CruiseDerry

The Walled city of Derry~Londonderry, where the Wild Atlantic Way meets the Causeway Coastal Route

A #Legenderry Welcome to the historic Walled City of Derry~Londonderry, where the Wild Atlantic Way meets the Causeway Coastal Route.

Located in the stunning North West of Ireland and perfectly positioned where the Wild Atlantic Way meets the Causeway Coastal Route, Derry~Londonderry is renowned as one of the finest Walled cities in Europe, full of fascinating history and culture. This friendly destination offers a unique combination of rich heritage and a vibrant social scene where you are guaranteed the warmest of welcomes.

Our idyllic location allows us to create WOW factor programmes for your passengers. Take a trip back in time and discover over 400 years of history strolling along the historic 17th Century Walls, home to one of the largest collections of Cannon in Europe. Enjoy magnificent historic buildings and cathedrals or check out one of the many museums to uncover this unique destination’s fascinating story and journey to peace.

Less than a 1 hour transfer takes you the UNESCO World Heritage Site the Giant’s Causeway and Bushmills Whiskey Distillery, the oldest licenced distillery in the world. Passengers can also experience the stunning natural beauty of Co. Donegal, named

by National Geographic as The Coolest Place on the Planet, gateway to the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way and home to fabulous attractions not to mention some of the finest links golf courses in Europe. Just a 1 hour transfer from the city is Royal Portrush Golf Club, host of the prestigious The Open golf championship in 2019, an absolute must for golfing cruises.

Named as the inaugural UK city of Culture 2013 and by Lonely Planet as a Top 10 City in the World Derry~Londonderry and Ireland’s North West certainly makes for an interesting visit.

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Foyle Port Foyle Port is located in the North West of Ireland at the beginning of the Wild Atlantic Way, making the

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city of Derry~Londonderry and the surrounding region of Co. Donegal and the Causeway Coastal Route an ideal next port of call. Foyle Port offers three berthing options for vessels:

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Fort George A picturesque sail down the majestic River Foyle gives smaller cruise vessels unique access to the heart of Derry~Londonderry.

Lisahally Terminal is located at the commercial port 7 miles from the city centre. The terminal can accommodate medium sized vessels up to 215m berthing alongside, offering plenty of space for coach parking and welcome entertainment.

This deep water tender port offers over 10m of water and can accommodate large ships carrying up to 3,000 passengers. The tender time is just 5 minutes to shore and two pontoons can safely accommodate up to 4 tenders at a time.

A quick 15-20 minute transfer by shuttle bus takes passengers to the Tourist Information Office where they will be welcomed by the Visit Derry Cruise Team who are onsite all day to help passengers plan their visit.

The quaint fishing village of Greencastle is idyllically located on the Wild Atlantic Way, ideal for panoramic excursions exploring Co. Donegal. A 40 minute coach transfer of peaceful emerald scenery and rows of traditional Irish farms takes you to the Walled City of Derry whilst the ferry can accommodate up to 2 coaches at a time for the 15 minute crossing to Magillian and the Giant’s Causeway.

This city centre berth is located a 15 minute stroll along the river’s promenade, taking passengers to the city centre where Derry’s historic 17th Century Walls, wide range of cultural attractions, shopping outlets, welcoming restaurants and friendly pubs are all within easy access, with plenty of ‘selfie’ photo opportunities along the way!

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Silver Wind berthed at Lisahally Terminal, Derry~Londonderry

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Greencastle Tender Port The team at Visit Derry work in close partnership with cruise lines and ground handlers to create authentic, memorable and exclusive programmes which guarantee that WOW factor passenger experience.

Derry has been described as an excellent boutique port destination and its unique heritage allows the continual development and theming of new and experiential product content.

Marina at anchor, Greencastle Co. Donegal

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Wonder Wall…

Take a guided tour of Derry~Londonderry’s 17th Century Walls and discover the city’s compelling, complex and often entertaining history, brought to life for passengers by animated characters and period re-enactments at various intervals. Built by the Honourable the Irish Society in 1613, and still owned by these London Livery Companies, the Walls are one of the finest examples of their kind in Europe.

Tour will also include an exclusive visit to St Columb’s Cathedral Chapter House Museum which houses the original births, deaths and marriages records dating back to the 1600’s, various artefacts from the Siege of Derry, the original locks to the City’s four gates, furniture gifted to the Cathedral by the famous Thomas Chippendale and some of the oldest examples of Irish silver on record.

Derry is home to a number of famous singers, song writers and playwrights – a literary tour adds a unique twist to a guided walk of the 17th Century Walls.

Derry is a University city and our local Cambridge educated academics can deliver lectures from a wide range of topics including Irish History, Peace & Conflict Resolution and Genealogy, either onboard or in the city, ideal for special interest cruises.

Duration: 2 hours

Civic Wine Reception Built in 1887, the neo-gothic Guildhall is one of the most striking buildings in the city, home to one of the largest collections of stained glass in Ireland.

This spectacular venue is located adjacent to the iconic city Walls overlooking the Peace Bridge, where following their city tours, passengers will be officially welcomed to the city with a complimentary wine reception hosted by the Lord Mayor before returning to the ship.

Duration: 1 hour

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Walled City Brewery Craft Beer Tasting Experience A Taste of Ireland As the saying goes, eat, drink and be merry – here you can enjoy the finest locally sourced produce including ‘from pier to plate’ fresh seafood from neighbouring County Donegal as well as locally bred beef, lamb and venison. Keeping it local is important to us and we love to include locally produced beverages such as Walled City Brewery and Northbound craft beers or award winning The Quiet Man whiskey so your passengers can enjoy a true taste of the city!

Traditions Meet Discover the city’s political history and journey to peace with a visit to the Museum of Free Derry which narrates the 1960s civil rights era known as The Troubles, the Free Derry Irish nationalist movement in the early 1970s and details of Bloody Sunday.

Located in the Bogside district amongst the iconic Murals known as ‘The People’s Gallery’ which were painted by The Bogside Artists, the museum’s exhibits include photographs, posters, film footage, letters and personal artefacts. Tour will also include a visit to the Siege Museum which details the Siege of Derry; the longest Siege in British military history nearly three and a half months, ending on 30 July 1689.

The Irish Coffee Connoisseur Following a busy morning exploring the Walled city, it’s time to relax and have some fun! Using the awardwinning and locally distilled ‘Quiet Man’ whiskey, ‘The Irish Coffee Connoisseur’ offers a fantastic 1 hour Irish coffee making masterclass within the quaint surrounds of the Thatched Cottage at the Craft Village. Passengers can not only enjoy sampling this sumptuous treat but learn the skilful art of pouring so they can master it at home! This lively activity also includes a ‘trad’ Irish music session where passengers can join in the ‘craic’, pick up a ‘bodhran’ (Irish drum) and play!

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We can arrange showcases of local artisans led by top local chefs including Guinness with oysters and fresh local mussels, a celebration of Irish food Heritage & Irish Famine Heritage and local product sampling e.g. turf smoked salmon and locally produced cheese.

Duration: 2 hours

Located within the historic Ebrington Square which was an army base for the US Navy and US Marines during World War II, the Walled City Brewery is a fantastic venue for a relaxed culinary activity where you can enjoy a sampling of fabulously flavoursome artisan craft beers accompanied by a selection of delicious locally sourced, rustic yet elegant cuisine led by Master Brewer James Huey. The experience will be narrated by a slideshow of imagery showcasing Ebrington’s fascinating history. Sample beers include: Stitch- inspired by the city’s extraordinary shirt factory history.

Kicks- inspired by the greatest band ever to come out of Derry, The Undertones!

Passionista- a deliciously fruity beer ideal to convert those non beer drinkers!

New for 2019: The American Connection – Derry~Londonderry has many weird and wonderful connections with our American cousins. Did you know the US Marines’ first European base was located here in Derry? Did you know that Amelia Earhart crash landed here on her first solo Trans-Atlantic Voyage in 1932?

Did you know Derry was a key Port of Emigration with voyages dating as far back as 1729?

A new beer celebrating these fascinating historical connections with the USA is currently under development, perfect to welcome our USA cruise passengers!

Session duration 90 minutes From £20.00 - 25.00 per person depending on menu choice. Includes sampling of 8 craft beers.

Booking contact: Stephanie Bradley stephanie@walledcitybrewery.com

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The Celtic Ceol Company Duration: 1 hour Derry is known as ‘The City of Song’ and you will find lively ‘trad’ music sessions on every street and corner.

The most popular instruments to get any ‘Seisun’ started include the Irish ‘bodhran’ or drum, and of course the tin whistle. Musically minded passengers will love these hour long sessions with The Celtic Ceol Company where they will learn the basic rhythms of traditional music, leaving with an Irish tune and your very own bodhran or tin whistle to take home.

For larger passenger groups, why not join a cast of world-renowned musicians, singers and dancers for a traditional Irish music and dance experience. They invite you to an intimate gathering where you can step back in time to enjoy the craic and company in an Irish ceilidh setting. Tap your feet to the tunes, clap and sing along, and even join in for a dance!

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Houses & Gardens

Private Residences of the Duke & Duchess of Abercorn

Oakfield Park Located in Co. Donegal, Oakfield is wonderful landscape of parkland, woodlands, lakes and formal gardens set around a restored 18th century deanery. The grounds include walled gardens, ponds, lakes, a lakeside Nymphaeum, a hedge maze, heritage trees, sculptures and a Diesel & Steam Train operating passenger trips each day.

Built between 1779 and 1781 and the home of the Duke of Abercorn, Baronscourt Estate is a neo-classical mansion surrounded by ornate Italian-style gardens and woodland. This exclusive venue is located just 40 minutes’ drive from Derry~Londonderry where passengers can enjoy tours of the magnificent mansion house and gardens followed by tea and scones. The Estate also offers a wide range of activities including salmon and pike fishing, mixed game shooting and Land Rover experiences. Want to offer a truly unique experience for your passengers?

Private lunches hosted by the Duke and Duchess can also be arranged.

Duration: Half day

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Glenveagh National Park & Castle Explore the stunning natural beauty, castle and gardens within the magnificent Glenveagh National Park by electric bike and make sure to have your camera handy - in addition to the red deer, peregrine falcons and an occasional golden eagle call this park their home so be on the lookout. The castle’s gardens are exquisite and worth discovering. The layout of the original 19th century Victorian Garden remains intact while modern gardens such as the Gothic Orangery and Italian Tuscan are also picture-worthy.

Duration: Half day

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Seamus Heaney HomePlace Poetry Slam Celebrating the life, literature and legacy of one of Ireland’s greatest writers, Seamus Heaney HomePlace stands at the heart of the area where the poet, scholar and Nobel Laureate spent his formative years and to which he returned time and time again as a rich source of inspiration for his poetry. Take to the stage yourself in the venue’s Helicon Theatre and create a Heaney inspired poetry slam for your guests!

guarding the Navy base and during this time formed warm and lasting friendships with local people, eventually becoming known as ‘The Irish Marines’.

Here was Hollywood come to the streets of a small town. During their time in the city, many tea dances were organized with the local ladies dancing the evening away with their new American friends.

Discover this fascinating story, visit the former WWII Marine base ‘Beech Hill’, now restored as an elegant country house hotel, and enjoy a vintage WWII themed tea dance where many GI’s found their ‘war brides’ from the city!

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Causeway Coastal Route Myths & Legends

The city of Derry~Londonderry can, with authenticity, tell the story of emigration from Ireland. Derry remained a major Irish emigration port throughout all significant phases of emigration and millions of people across the globe can claim Irish ancestry, particularly traced back to the North West of Ireland.

The Ulster American Folk Park is a living history museum which uses costumed characters to narrate this fascinating story where passengers can discover the history of the millions who emigrated from these shores throughout the 18th and 19th Centuries, hop aboard a coffin ship to make the transatlantic voyage to New York, or enjoy craft demonstrations such as candle making and bread baking.

Take advantage of the city’s fantastic location and explore the rest of the region; less than a 1 hour drive takes you along the magnificent Causeway Coastal taking in major visitor attractions such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site the Giant’s Causeway, one of the natural wonders of the world. The guides here will enthral you with local folklore including the famous myth of the giant, Finn McCool. From there take an Indiana Jones trek across Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge.

Swaying 80 feet above the sea this is definitely not for the faint hearted!

Whilst you are in the area, check out Gray’s Printing Press - it was at this 18th century printing business that President Wilson’s grandfather James and John Dunlap, printer of the Declaration of Independence, learned their trade.

Duration: Half day

World War II Heritage The most westerly allied port in Europe, Derry was a key communications base during the Battle of the Atlantic and was the location of the official surrender of the German U-boat fleet in 1945.

Duration: Full day

Game of Thrones Whether you are from House Stark, Lannister, Greyjoy, Targaryen or Tyrell, the Game of Thrones locations are right on our doorstep and will get anyone excited!

The award winning television series has extensively used the stunning scenery of the Causeway Coastal Route to represent everything from Winterfell to the King’s Road, the Iron Islands to Stormlands.

Derry~Londonderry is within close proximity to key filming sites such as Downhill Beach, Carrick-A-Rede and the North Antrim Coast. Get into character and try out the Stark and Iron Born cloaks, swords, shields and helms which make for some amazing selfies!

Duration: Full day

In February 1942 the United States Navy established its first base on this side of the Atlantic, in Londonderry. Around 750 Marines found themselves

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Birdwatching The city is located just 20 minutes transfer to Ireland’s premier wetland site, Inch Wildfowl Reserve - an internationally significant destination and staging ground for migrating birds from three continents.

It is a Special Protected Area (SPA) under the EU birds’ directive. The lakes and the surrounding land support a large population of water birds including swans, waders such as Curlew, Bar-tailed Godwit and Redshank and smaller birds such Sedge Warbler, Grasshopper Warbler and Reed Bunting.

The city with the shortest ‘drive’ to The Opens!

An hour’s transfer will take you to the North Antrim Coast where you can find fulmar, black guillemot, eider, turnstone, chough, buzzard, raven and wheatear.

From here, the offshore Rathlin Island and Royal Society for the Protection of Birds Seabird Centre is home to one of the largest breeding seabird colonies in Europe including puffin, guillemot, razorbill and kittiwake.

The North West region of Ireland was named by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators as ‘European Golf Destination of the Year’ and thanks to the ongoing successes of our three Champions Rory McIlroy, Graeme McDowell and Darren Clarke, Northern Ireland is now one of the most sought after golf destinations in the world! The region has played host to top tournaments including the 2017 ‘Irish Open’ at Portstewart Golf Club, the 2019 ‘Irish Open’ at Ballyliffin Golf Club and the prestigious 2019 ‘The Open’ at Royal Portrush.

Derry~Londonderry is the perfect location for golfers to play a range of Championship Courses along the North West Coast of Ireland so consider ‘The City with the Shortest Drive to The Opens!’ for your golfing passengers - less than a 1 hour drive from Royal Portrush and also Ballyliffin Golf Club (designed by Nick Faldo, located in Co. Donegal).

The city of Derry~Londonderry is home to two fantastic parkland courses, and the tender port at Greencastle is located next to the beautiful Greencastle links golf course. Perfect for those who don’t wish to travel very far! Our friendly local clubs would be delighted to arrange for local players to accompany with your passengers and perhaps enjoy a drink in the ‘19th hole’ before returning to the ship.

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Afternoon Tea fit for a King and Queen The 5* Lough Eske Castle is idyllically located in County Donegal and traces its roots all the way back to the late 1400’s. For those seeking a relaxing experience, enjoy a panoramic morning tour of Donegal’s beautiful scenery, followed by afternoon tea fit for a King and Queen at this fabulous castle. Additional activities include ‘Learn the Traditional Irish Culinary Art of Smoking Your Own Salmon’ and ‘Experience the Art of Weaving with Donegal Tweed’.

Duration: Full day

The Quiet Man Distillery & Visitor Experience Coming Soon! (2019) The Quiet Man is the first whiskey to be produced in Derry in almost 100 years and construction has commenced on a new visitor experience and distillery, due to open in 2019. This exciting attraction will take visitors on a journey through the complex distilling process, finishing up in the distillery’s landscaped whiskey garden where you can kick back, relax and put the world to rights as you enjoy a tasting session of this globally award winning single malt.

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A Taste of the Wild Atlantic Way The ‘Spud Specialists’ over at the local Muff Liquor Company have crafted a new potato based premium quality handcrafted gin steeped in tradition and legacy.

This Award Winning gin (Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America) takes that well-established heritage and includes a fine selection of other base botanicals - along with potato, it features mandarin, lemon, rosemary and elderflower that blend together to create an aromatic taste fusion.

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Passengers will enjoy a sampling session featuring the process behind this unusual concept plus 3 drinks to enjoy; Muff Gin and Fever Tree Tonic with orange and rosemary garnish, The Muff Man and Gin & Roses.

The Cottage Craft Gallery and Coffee Shop is housed in a 17th century Irish thatched cottage. Surrounded by the Dickensian style Craft Village where you will find a cultural oasis of traditional and contemporary art and crafts, featuring the work of over 100 artists.

A visit to The Cottage Craft Gallery and Coffee Shop will give you the opportunity to see master crafters at work and the opportunity to take part in creating something of your own – demonstrations include weaving, felting, beading and basket making.

Sampling various locally produced artisan foods including homemade scones, jams and cheese, and our locally roasted coffee is all part of this true Irish cultural experience.

television and radio, Brian McDermott. Brian cooks tasty, healthy food based on traditional recipes and local Donegal produce, and is passionate about sharing his love of food with others. Passengers can enjoy a Taste of the Wild Atlantic Way with sumptuous dishes such as a sharing platter of ‘Middle of the Table Mussels’ and ‘Wild Atlantic Way Seafood Pie’, all narrated by Brian.

Brian runs his own hotel and cookery school in Moville, Co. Donegal and is a food consultant to some of the best-known names in Irish food. His second cookery book, Brian McDermott’s Donegal Table, was published in March 2018.

Gin Tasting: €15.00 per person Food Sampling: €25.00 per person

The Spud Specialists have partnered with the awardwinning celebrity chef, popular on RTE and BBC

Session duration 90 minutes

Groups of 5-10 @ £25.00 per person Groups of 11-20 @ £20.00 per person Groups of 21-30 @ £17.50 per person Groups of 31+ plus @ £15.00 per person (maximum of 32 people per session) Booking contact: Henk Swiegers: walledcitycrafters@hotmail.com

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Wild Atlantic Way Marvel at the natural beauty of Co. Donegal, home to the spectacular Malin Head – Ireland’s most northerly point located on the picturesque Inishowen Peninsula, and fabulous attractions, not to mention some of the best links golf courses in Europe and gateway to the award-winning ‘Wild Atlantic Way’ – the longest defined coastal touring route in the world. With its spectacular coast spotted with sea stacks, blue flag beaches and off shore islands it’s no wonder Donegal was recently named by ‘National Geographic’ as ‘Coolest Place of the Planet 2017!’, and also featured as a location on the new Star Wars movie!

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Cook with Chef Brian Mc Dermott Exclusive One Day personal hands on class From a confident cook to a fanatical foodie or an absolute beginner Brian’s One to One Cookery Days will educate and empower you. This is an ideal opportunity too for food enthusiasts to experience Brian’s warm knowledgeable cooking up close and personal.

The day begins with a breakfast meet with Chef Brian as he explains the day’s plan before taking you into the kitchen where he will guide you to create delicious dishes alongside him at your very own work station.

You will be equipped with a head full of knowledge skills and recipes to impress family and friends. Just like the award winning Eatery at the Foyle Hotel the ingredients you will use will be sourced locally.

As the dishes are cooked you will sit at the chefs table to enjoy your creations with an accompanying glass of wine.

You will receive a signed personalised copy of Brian Cookery Book “Donegal Table” aswell as an apron.

9am - 4pm Cost €400 0r €595 for a couple

Chefs Table Dining Experience The chefs table, located at the award winning Foyle Hotel by Chef Brian Mc Dermott is the ultimate dining experience. Available for all special occasions, guests will enjoy a complimentary cocktail drink on arrival, followed by a mouth-watering tasting menu using local produce cooked by your personal chef. A matching wine will also accompany the exclusive menu. €65 per person Ideal for 10-20 persons

Appreciating Local Seafood Masterclass “Caught Here Not Brought Here”

Greencastle Harbour is minutes away from the award winning Foyle Hotel by Celebrity Chef Brian Mc Dermott.

Brian is passionate about local seafood championing it regularly on TV and seafood features strongly within his book Donegal Table, where he describes it as “Caught here not Brought Here “which is his ethos on using and sourcing local. Brian will deliver a seafood masterclass teaching participants how to fillet, prepare and cook seafood dishes worthy of gracing any table globally.

Participants will enjoy tastings of each dish throughout the masterclass. €45.00 per person

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Visit Derry Support

The Visit Derry team have a wealth of knowledge, from destination products and new developments to wide range of local contacts. We offer full support throughout the itinerary planning process right through to facilitating the cruise call itself. We can also arrange complimentary site visits for cruise line shore excursion and port operations planners to introduce them to our fantastic destination!

The city of Derry~Londonderry and the surrounding region has so much to offer and we make sure passengers are fully equipped with all the information they need to plan their visit. The island of Ireland is renowned worldwide for the friendliness of its people and Derry is no exception - Visit Derry will provide friendly ‘Welcome Host’ trained Tourist Information Staff who will go on-board with Visitor Guides and maps and can arrange anything from private taxi tours and lunch reservations to hovercraft experiences and helicopter tours.

We offer impartial support and the following FREE services: Welcome entertainment for each cruise call Complimentary Civic wine reception (subject to availability) Complimentary shuttle bus support Complimentary shuttle co-ordinator staff Quayside & onboard Welcome Host trained Tourist Information staff Bureau de Change Free WiFi in Tourist Information Office Itinerary creation & planning support 24 hour point of contact

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We also offer a complimentary shuttle bus to support each cruise call so passengers not availing of the ship’s scheduled tours can access regular transport into Derry city centre and explore the destination at their leisure.

From our on pier welcome entertainment and friendly tourist information staff to our extensive shore excursion programmes, we strive to make everyone feel like a VIP for the duration of their visit!

Contact Info: For further information please contact: E: aoife.mchale@visitderry.com T: +44 2871 377577

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Donegal Town Slieve League Belleek Pottery

Glenveagh National Park & Castle

Amelia Earhart

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Baronscourt Estate

Marble Arch Caves

Dunmore Gardens

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Inch Wildfowl Reserve

Rathmullan

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Foyle Golf Club

Faughan Valley

T he Sperrin Mountains AONB

Roe Park Golf Club

Dunluce Castle

Seamus Heaney Visitor Centre

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T he Gobbins

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Ulster Museum Belfast Zoo T itanic Belfast Royal County Down (Links) Mountains of Mourne

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Belfast International Airport

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Rathlin Island

Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge

Giant’s Causeway

Dark Hedges (Game of T hrones)

Bushmills Distillery

60 Mins

@VisitDerryNews

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Coleraine

Royal Portrush Portstewart (Links) Strand & Golf Course

Airporter

VisitDerryCity

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Roe Valley Country Park

Limavady

Ness Woods Country Park & Waterfall

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Downhill Mussenden Beach Temple & Downhill Demesne

A37 Binevenagh AONB Drenagh House

One of the world’s greatest railway journeys

Lough Foyle Ferry

Greencastle

Greencastle 30 Mins Golf Club (Links)

T he Quiet Man Whiskey Distillery

City of Derry Airport

Malin Head (Star Wars)

Derry Londonderry T he Walled City

Doagh Famine Village

Ulster American Folk Park

Strabane & Sion Mills

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Buncrana

Fort Dunree

Ballyliffin Golf Club (Links)

Destination Map

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Oakfield Park

Grianan of Aileach Fort

Fanad Lighthouse

Ireland’s most northerly point

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