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Portrush Accommodation
Tourist AttractionsPortstewart Strand and BarmouthThe Strand beach at Portstewart, two miles of sand is one of Northern Ireland’s finest and most popular Blue Flag beaches. Popular in the summer and with walkers throughout the year. Perhaps less well known is the dune system behind the beach which is a haven for wild flowers and butterflies that live in the rich marram grassland. The Barmouth is a sanctuary for waders, wildfowl and nesting birds. for full details see www.discovernorthernireland.com Carrick-a-Rede Rope BridgeAfter walking along the beautiful coast path, you will find yourself confronted by an amazing rope bridge, which crosses a 30m deep and 20m wide chasm to the tiny Carrick Island. Originally a practical link to allow fishermen access to Carrick Island, in order to catch salmon as they migrated west around the island, the bridge is now a seasonal challenge for the intrepid visitor. If you are bold enough to cross without thinking too much about the sea swirling below, you will qualify for a commemorative certificate. for full details see www.discovernorthernireland.com Dunluce CastleDunluce Castle is thought by many to be the most picturesque and romantic of Irish castles. for full details see www.discovernorthernireland.com Old Bushmills DistilleryThe Old Bushmills Distillery is the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery having received its licence to distil in 1608. In 1608 Sir Thomas Phillips was granted a licence to distil whiskey by James 1 of England, however, mentions of distilling traditions in the surrounding environs date back to 1276. Coffee shop. Gift and whiskey shops Wheelchair access limited. for full details see www.discovernorthernireland.com Giant's CausewayFamous geological phenomenon on the North Antrim coast. Northern Ireland's only World Heritage Site. Legendary emblem of North Antrim's spectacular coastline Geology, flora and fauna of international importance. Coast path with info panels extends 12 miles to the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge. The Giants Causeway and Bushmills Railway, runs to the world's oldest whiskey distillery. for full details see www.nationaltrust.org.uk Portrush Tourist Information
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