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Limavady is a market town in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland, with a population of 11,279. It has a history of linen and whiskey industries, a naval air station, and a famous hot air balloon crossing in 1987.
- Joan R. Belfast, UK9 contributions. Anniversary break. We visited to celebrate a 52nd wedding anniversary and were well looked after. The staff are very helpful and made our stay very relaxing.
- Michelle Mills. 2 contributions. Best fun. If you want a days laughter and something totally different this is the place to go !!! Such an experience, my face was sore laughing by the end of the day … went with 4 other ladies , and I can not say how well we were treated .
- oldtimer43. Santa Fe, NM42 contributions. What a View! It's fascinating to see a fine sculpture of an ancient god (the sea god of the Tuatha Dé Danann) in such a prominent place.
- rosiemac2018. Belfast, UK 150 contributions. Top Notch Tourist Information. Visited Limavady and wandered into Visitor Centre to browse any information available.
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Roe Valley Country Park
Roe Valley Country Park is a three-mile-long wooded park that the River Roe partly runs through. It is managed by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency. Several bridges are located over the river but only of them is accessible by cars. During periods of heavy rain, some parts of the park may become inaccessible due to flooding along the paths. Numerous types of living creatures can be found in the park, such as foxes, badgers and otters in addition to over 60 species of birds. Visitors can...
Dungiven Castle
Located inCounty Londonderry in Northern Ireland, Dungiven Castle dates back to the 17th century. The famed castle once housed the US Army during World War II, and later was used as a dance hall in the 1950s and 1960s. Afterwards, it fell into a state of disrepair and sadly, the local council decided to take it down completely. Luckily, a local group decided to fight these plans and in 1999, the Glenshane Community Development Limited acquired the lease of Dungiven Castle. Alongside its own m...
Limavady Sculpture Trail
Funded by the Northern Ireland Tourist Board’s Tourism Development Fund, Limavady Borough Council created an iconic trail. Bringing myths and legends to the modern world. Now, visitors get to explore the Limavady Explore See Do Sculpture Trail and discover “tales of merciless highwaymen pillaging unsuspecting travellers and seek a gift for an ancient sea god, listen to the faery harp playing ‘Danny Boy’, marvel at the leaping dog and unearth the last serpent in Ireland”.
Finvola, Gem Of The Roe
A 17th-century legend about Finvola, the young and beautiful daughter of Dermot, the chieftain of the O’Cahans. Who fell in love with Angus McDonnell of the McDonnell Clan hailing from Scotland. Dermot consented to his daughter’s marriage on one condition. That she would be brought back to Dungiven upon her death for burial. Unfortunately, Finvola died young, quite soon after reaching the isle of Islay. Angus, who was distraught at his love’s death, could not bear to part with her. He made th...
Cushy Glen, The Highwayman
The 18th century is known to have been an age where highwaymen roamed free plundering and pillaging whoever was unfortunate enough to cross their paths. Cushy Glen, a widely feared highwaymanworked his way through the Windy Hill road, between Limavady and Coleraine, and preyed on unsuspecting travellers. He attacked his victims from behind with a knife often aided by his wife, Kitty. He is reputed to have murdered several travellers and dumped their bodies in the ‘Murder Hole’ at the foot of...
Manannan Mac Lir, The Celtic God of The Sea
The Celtic God of the sea, after whom the Isle of Man is named, is one of five life-size sculptures highlighting the myths and legends of the Roe Valley’s cultural heritage. The statue made headlines in 2015 when it suddenly disappeared from Binevenagh Mountainand went missing for an entire month. The monument was created by sculptor John Sutton, known for his work on the popular HBO hit TV series Game Of Thrones, has become a popular tourist attraction. The monument featured the figure of Ma...
Limavady is where the world-famous song Danny Boyfirst originated. It is recorded that Jane Ross of Limavady collected the melody of “Londonderry Air” in the mid-19th century from a local musician. The song itself came to light after Fred Weatherly, an English composer, wrote lyrics to accompany the melancholy melody (Londonderry Air) sent to him b...
The town of Limavady’s history stretches back through thousands of years. The earliest settlers arrived in Ireland in the Mesolithic period. Mount Sandel, near Coleraine, is the oldest settlement site in the North of Ireland, dating back to around 7000 BC. The earliest traces of settlement within the Roe Valley have been found in the sandhills at t...
The town of Limavady was originally named after a legend. ‘Limavady’ is of Gaelic origin and means “Leap of the dog”. This is a reference to the legend of a dog who warned the clan of the O’Cahans about approaching enemies. By leaping across the River Roe with an important message in his mouth. DNA analysis indicates that the first settlers to inha...
Limavady, nestled amidst the rolling hills of County Derry, isn’t just steeped in history and legend; it also offers a surprising variety of modern experiences for a well-rounded getaway. Whether you’re a history buff, an outdoor enthusiast, or a family seeking fun, Limavady has something for you. Day 1: Immerse yourself in history and nature. 1. S...
Discover the hidden gem of County Londonderry with its rich heritage, scenic park and sculpture trail. Learn about the legends of Finvola, Cushy Glen and Manannan Mac Lir and see the stunning views of the River Roe and the mountains.
- Joan R. Belfast, UK9 contributions. Anniversary break. We visited to celebrate a 52nd wedding anniversary and were well looked after. The staff are very helpful and made our stay very relaxing.
- Kelly Armstrong. 4 contributions. A for awesome! I took my 8 year old daughter here today for the hovercraft and power turn buggies and she had an amazing time.
- oldtimer43. Santa Fe, NM42 contributions. What a View! It's fascinating to see a fine sculpture of an ancient god (the sea god of the Tuatha Dé Danann) in such a prominent place.
- rosiemac2018. Belfast, UK 150 contributions. Top Notch Tourist Information. Visited Limavady and wandered into Visitor Centre to browse any information available.
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