How the international baccalaureate can strengthen our sc. Rome2rio makes travelling from belfast to strangford easy. Original letters and papers of the late viscount strangford upon philological and kindred subjects. This was 100% of all the recorded strangfords in scotland. Towns and villages around the lough include killyleagh, comber, newtownards, portaferry and. He moved to northern ireland in 1990 and has published a number of photographic books, including yeats.
Paintings and stories from around the lough crosbie, jane e. With an awardwinning restaurant, there is also free wifi. News that strangford is a strong contender in the competition has been welcomed by councillor gareth sharvin. The bolthole at strangford lough houses for rent in. This 100 year old, stone built, fishermans cottage sits on a narrow street running down to the marina. Full text of original letters and papers of the late. Promoting strangford lough, northern ireland as a tourism destination. The bolthole in strangford is a small cosy home located in one of northern irelands beautiful coastal villages. Strangford lough is a large sea loch or inlet in county down, in the east of northern ireland. Why not enjoy a break at number 42 in strangford village, self catering accommodation in a historically listed 2story house located in strangford village, an area of outstanding natural beauty. On their doorstep are some of the main places to see in co down.
Strangford village is a great location near historic houses, castles and the mourne mountains. Strangford lough, with its picturesque villages, rare wildlife, and breathtaking. Nestled in the centre of the quaint conservation village of strangford the four star cuan. Despite its importance as a port, strangford remained a small village, and bishop pococke, who visited it in 1752, described it as consisting of little more than one small street, the buildings of which are mostly on the upper side. The ferry sails every half hour, every day of the year except christmas day providing a link with south down, downpatrick and the mournes. Strangford lough and approaches strangford lough is simply a delight. Caislean cill cleithe is a towerhouse castle beside strangford lough and 2. Enjoy the relaxing charm of portaferry or cross the lough and savour the atmosphere of strangford village. Strangford destination guide n ireland, united kingdom. The lobster pot strangford great food in the heart of. Inverbrena local history group has launched the latest edition of its annual magazine just in time for christmas. Within walking distance of shops, bars, restaurants and the harbour with its ferry service to portaferry.
The echlinville distillery come and explore the history and nature of the. Rome2rio is a doortodoor travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. Discover amazing places and spaces around strangford lough and the ards peninsula. The most strangford families were found in the usa in 1880.
Owned by the national trust, this neoclassical house is bedecked in plush fabrics and sporting a 15,000strong collection of paintings, furniture and porcelain, the mansion is a refined medley of international styles. Original letters and papers of the late viscount strangford. Full text of original letters and papers of the late viscount strangford upon philological and kindred subjects. The 5 best things to do in strangford for travel after. Just 20 minutes from the center of belfast, the strangford arms is a renovated victorian hotel, offering elegant rooms and free private parking. The irish name of strangford lough is loch cuan seainlet of bayshavens and the name is documented as early as the year c. The property creates a wonderful atmosphere for a relaxing stay. A 3day itinerary county downs rolling hills, majestic mountains and islanddotted loughs were practically invented for relaxing weekends. Strangford lough is a haven of unique little towns and villages steeped in history which are just waiting to be discovered. J ust 20 minutes outside belfast city, a whole other world unfolds. This was 100% of all the recorded strangford s in scotland.
From water teeming with wildlife, to hills piled high with 9,000 years of history, holy wells and ancient abbeys, the beauty of strangford lough just keeps going and going and going. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. We are based in portaferry and strangford and the surrounding area and we welcome visitors and supporters from northern ireland and further afield. The strangford village festival will be held this year on the august bank holiday, friday 23rd sun 25th. Of the ulster ports on the list, carrickfergus was first, followed by bangor, donaghadee and strangford.
Despite having the same name, the village and the wider ward of strangford is not in the strangford parliament and assembly constituency. An archaeological survey of the maritime cultural landscape first edition by mcerlean, thomas, mcconkey, rosemary, forsythe, wes isbn. The old rectory is a luxurious 7 bedroom property in the heart of strangford village. The 10 best things to do near strangford lough tripadvisor. The alms, 6 churchtown road, strangford bt30 marketed by ulster property sales downpatrick offers around. Frequently asked questions about kearney historical village. Strangford lough, inlet of the irish sea between the ards and north down district and the newry, mourne and down district, northern ireland. Prehistoric communities would have found rich pickings in the abundant natural resources of the lough and its foreshore.
Old photographs of downpatrick from the belfast telegraph. Former bbc radio senior producer, elizabeth rice, was commissioned by the strangford lough and lecale partnership, to capture the essence of this. A great variety of events are being planned including raft races, its a knockout, a busking festival, a fancy dress parade, live music on the village green and local craft and produce market. The lough lake is about 16 miles 26 km long and 4 miles 6 km wide and has a very narrow entrance, which cuts. Strangford academic dictionaries and encyclopedias. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in strangford, county down on tripadvisor. On the other side of the lough is portaferry and there is a ferry service between the two villages.
Strangford from old norse meaning strong fjord is a pretty conservation village at the mouth of strangford lough in county down, northern ireland. Apr 8, 2020 browse and book from the best vacation rentals with prices in strangford and nearby. There was once a healthy export trade in farm produce from the small ports around the lough, but now the only commercial traffic is the ferry which crosses the narrows. The music podcast from two best buds think millennial artist spotlight hosted by brandon. From water teeming with wildlife, to vibrant green hills piled high with history and ancient architecture, the beauty of strangford lough just keeps on going.
But an interest in history and archaeology, inspired by his grandfather sydney. The refurbished rooms are stylishly decorated in natural tones, with modern art and colorful cushions. Belfast to strangford 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car. The alms house was originally built by the ward family in the early 1800s and the mature setting is most appropriate for this delightful family home which is full of character and individual period features. The history of the river class informative talk presented by james nixon. The battle of strangford lough was fought in 877 between two groups of rival vikings described by the irish annals as the fair heathens and the dark heathens. Sorry, there are no tours or activities available to book online for the dates you selected. A selection from the writings of viscount strangford on. The old rectory is a 7 bedroom property set on 3 acres in the heart of strangford village.
He said the village featured in a number of national newspapers last week when it was listed as one of the leading contenders for the award. The annals of ulster describe albann, a figure usually identified with halfdan ragnarsson, a leader of the great heathen army, as king of the dark heathens, and cogad gaedel re gallaib identifies barid mac imair, king of. Kilclief ben dearg gaa it is reported that around christmas time in 1901 a group of gaels from the kilclief area formed kilclief gac. Strangford village is a hotbed of community activity keep up with the many community groups you can participate in here. Book delves into the history around strangford the down recorder. U p until the middle of the 18th century, tidal waters stretching from strangford lough almost encircled the. Mesolithic shell middens piles of discarded shells, dating back to 7000bc, are.
It is an old house with lots of character and well kept up and presented by judy. Our volunteers research local maritime history, collect and record artefacts, photographs and documents with a view to establishing a collection, which we hope to house in a maritime hub that will. The diversity of landscape, the exceptional wildlife and the ever changing views make it a wonderful place to explore for all the family. Since 1998, it has elected members to the current assembly. The harbour view house in strangford hosted by judy is in a great location looking out over the ferry point to portaferry. Strangford is a small village at the mouth of strangford lough in county down, northern ireland.
Kilclief is a hamlet of historical value on the strangford to ardglass road. Your guide to exploring strangford lough, county down. Book your special dining event early, choose from fish nights to gin school or. Kearney historical village portaferry 2020 all you need to know. The seat was first used for a northern irelandonly election for the northern ireland forum in 1996. For more information see the troubles in strangford, which includes a list of incidents in strangford during the troubles resulting in two or more fatalities. The cuan hotel has been at the heart of strangford village since 1811, peter and. The old rectory, strangford village houses for rent in. Former bbc radio senior producer, elizabeth rice, was commissioned by the strangford lough and lecale partnership. Specialising in fresh local produce such as kilkeel lobster, marlfield farm free range poultry, hereford irish beef, and strangford lough mussels, the restaurant offers quality food at affordable prices.
If you look at downpatrick today, its hard to imagine that it was once a seaside town. The strangford family name was found in the usa, canada, and scotland between 1880 and 1920. Harbour view, strangford village houses for rent in. Strangford lough and its surroundings are steeped in history, dating back thousands of years.
The property dates back to 1820 and has been fully restored maintaining a lot of key features. The lough lake is about 16 miles 26 km long and 4 miles 6 km wide and has a very narrow entrance, which cuts across the northeastsouthwest trend of the. In 1637 the surveyor general of customs issued a report compiled from accounts of customs due from each port and their subsidiary creeks. The bolthole makes a great location for people wanting to relax and feel away from it all while staying in a quiet village and being within walking distance of the coast and. Articles historic, food and drink, mournes and ring of gullion, itineraries, strangford lough relax and indulge. Edited by viscountess strangford strangford, percy ellen frederick willia, strangford, emily anne beaufort smythe on. The publications of the lecale historical society of county down, ireland. On 900 acres of the loughs eastern shore sits the glorious, 18 th century mount stewart house and gardens. Strangford will feature on the village of the year at 3pm on wednesday, february 1. Castle ward national trust property is within walking distance offering a host of activities for all ages and it is also the set for filming of game of. The village of strangford is known in irish as baile loch cuan town on strangford.
The property dates back to 1820 and has been fully restored maintaining a lot of the original features. The 5 best things to do in strangford updated 2020 must. Luxuriant green beds of eelgrass sway gently as a breeze brushes the banks of county downs very own inland sea. James is a popular and engaging speaker who has done much research into the river class, particularly its social history. It has great restaurants, pubs and perfect for game of thrones enthusiasts.
Ayrshire had the highest population of strangford families in 1891. The hotel is barely a minutes walk from the ferry that will take you the. Belfast to strangford 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi. The village of strangford is known in irish as baile loch cuan town on strangford lough. The lobster pot is a family run restaurant and bar in the heart of picturesque strangford village. Find out what to see, do and experience in the area. The verse on right encapsulates the work of inverbrena local history group, a kind hand endeavouring to preserve. This area has an abundance of major, high quality visitor attractions, with three national trust estate houses and parks, country parks at scrabo and delamont, northern irelands exploris aquarium, the wetlands centre at castle espie, three exceptional monastic sites at inch, nendrum and greyabbey, and many tower houses, megaliths, churches and raths. Vacation rentals in strangford, northern ireland tripadvisor. The 5 best things to do in strangford updated 2020. Search the history of over 424 billion web pages on the internet. In 1891 there was 1 strangford family living in ayrshire.
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