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About County Tyrone
County Tyrone is the second largest of the nine counties of Ulster
and the largest of the six counties of Northern Ireland. It has an
area of 3,155 square kilometres. The county borders the Northern
Ireland counties of Armagh, to the south-east, Fermanagh, to the
south-west and County Londonderry to the north-east. The county also
borders Lough Neagh to the east. The borders with the Republic of
Ireland are County Monaghan to the south and County Donegal to the
north-west.
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Peatlands Park
(County Armagh)
Peatlands Park was the first of its type in the British Isles and
was specifically established to promote and facilitate peatland
awareness and issues. The peat here has been forming for about
10,000 years. The site was acquired in 1978 from the IPDC (Irish
Peat Development Company) and the park was officially opened in
1990. Visitors can explore the 265ha (680 acre) site on foot along
its many paths and wooden walkways. In fact there are over 16km (10
miles) of paths leading the visitor through the many and varied
habitats within the park. Amongst the attractions in the Park is an
outdoor turbary site where visitors can get the feel (and the
smell!) of cutting turf. The Park is rich in insects, particularly
butterflies, moths, dragonflies and damselflies. Many woodland and
wetland birds and several species of waterfowl nest here. Grey
squirrels, badgers and hares are also present, while lizards and
newts can be found in the open bog areas. Within the park are two
National Nature Reserves, declared in 1980 for their unique flora
and fauna species, many of which are found nowhere else in Northern
Ireland. Annagarriff (meaning rough bog) is a 77ha reserve
comprising of wooded drumlin hills separated by areas of
regenerating cut over bog. Of the four wooded hills, one is a very
ancient site with no record of ever having been cleared for farming.
One of the most interesting sites in Annagarriff must be the huge
mounds of plant debris up to 1m high and 2-3m across. These hills
have been built by Wood Ants and are the only Irish site for this
species. Mullenakill (meaning church on the hill) is a 22 ha uncut
remnant of a much more extensive bog which has been growing here for
over 8,000 years. Core sampling carried out on the bog indicates
that the peat is 9m deep. |
Ulster American Folk Park
The Ulster American Folk Park is an outdoor museum of emigration
which tells the story of millions of people who emigrated from these
shores throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. The Old World and New
World layout of the Park illustrates the various aspects of emigrant
life on both sides of the Atlantic. Traditional thatched buildings,
American log houses and a full-scale replica emigrant ship and the
dockside gallery help to bring a bygone era back to life. Costumed
demonstrators go about their everyday tasks in the traditional
manner in authentically furnished buildings. Visitors are able to
taste traditional fayre and see demonstrations on traditional Irish
and American crafts and agriculture including spinning, printing and
textiles. The museum also includes an indoor Emigrants Exhibition
and includes a Centre for Migration Studies/library which is
accessible to all visitors if they wish to research their ancestry.
A full programme of special events is organised throughout the year.
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Visit the Sperrins
Relax and enjoy a complete taste of idyllic rural life with a visit
to the Glenelly, Derg and Mourne Valleys in Strabane District.
Hidden away in the heart of Ulster, this tranquil heartland features
picturesque walking and cycling routes, peaceful picnic sites,
excellent angling and an opportunity to taste a tradition rich in
myth and legend. Begin with a visit to Donemana and sample the joys
of rural life at Barrontop Fun Farm while nearby for those who just
want to try something a little bit different Moyagh Trout Fishery
offers relaxation combined with the thrill of hooking rewarding
catches. To the west, at Castlederg, visitors can learn of the
legend of the lost piper at the local visitor centre or meet one of
the district’s oldest residents whose remains were unearthed during
excavations at the old castle.
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Castle Hill & Ranfurly House
Situated in the heart of Ulster, Dungannon has been used by rulers,
noblemen and armies as a stronghold to dominate the area - a place
from which they could infl uence the whole of the north of Ireland.
Castle Hill in Dungannon is archaeologically and historically
important as the major stronghold of the medieval O’Neill kingship -
at least two castles are thought to have been built on the site, as
well as a grand manor house and a fortifi ed town. Why not take a
guided tour from Ranfurly House, there’s no better time to visit
Castle Hill with its fantastic views across the entire region. Learn
more about Hugh O’Neill and the Flight of the Earls at Ranfurly
House, Market Square Dungannon and view artefacts from the 17th
century.
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The Linen Green
Go shopping for some of the greatest designer names in this whole
new concept in retail occupying a brilliantly refurbished linen
weaving mill. The complex includes Paul Costello factory store, Anne
Storey, Helen McAlinden, Ulster Weavers Gift & Fabric Store, Foxford
and many more. Moygashel Visitor Centre has an exhibition on the
rich industrial heritage of the area. The Loft Coffee Bar and Deli
on the Green specialise in local fare. Coach parties welcome -
please pre-book for food. |
The Argory
(County Armagh)
The Argory was built in 1824 for Walter McGeough. The Argory has a
fi ne setting on a slight rise overlooking the River Blackwater on
the Armagh/Tyrone border near Moy. The house is a time capsule with
everything as it was at the turn of the century Electricity was
never installed in the main rooms; instead the house was lit by gas
from the acetylene gas plant which was installed in 1906. A
celebrated feature of the house is the magnifi cent cabinet barrel
organ built by James Bishop of London which is one of the most
important of its kind. It is still in working order. There is a
bewildering assortment of family treasures left by four generations
including the weighing chair, watercolours by Mary Nichols, books,
portraits and clothing. Beyond the house and garden there are 315
acres of woodland and parkland with many interesting walks to be
explored
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Grant Ancestral Homestead
Explore the cottage of the Simpson family with close ties to Ulysses
Simpson Grant, the Commander of the victorious Union troops in the
American Civil War, U.S. Grant served two terms as U.S. President
and visited the homeland. Play area for children. Cottage and
grounds open all year round, for tours and audiovisual show booking
essential. Facilities are accessible to a wheelchair user with
assistance. Picnic and BBQ area, children’s play area, toilets, bike
rental and wildlife garden. Coach and car parking available. |
Dungannon Park
Be dazzled by the colourful floral displays throughout the seasons
from the spring daffodils and rhododendrons to the russets of
autumn. Watch the swans on the trout fishing lake and enjoy the
walking and cycling trails. Children’s play & picnic area. |
Barrontop Fun Farm
An open farm with a large variety of animals. Indoor bouncy castle,
adventure playground, cart rides, tearoom and gift shop. Nature walk
with panoramic views. New indoor soft play area.
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Towns of County Tyrone
The county town of Tyrone is Omagh. the next largest towns are
Strabane, Dungannon and Cookstown respectively. Other towns include
Fivemiletown, Castlederg, Coalisland, Donaghmore, Ardboe, Pomeroy,
and Carrickmore. |
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