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Newry City

A fresh and exciting city surrounded by natural beauty and the distinguished title of Gateway to the North

Activities

Make the most of this breathtaking city and venture into the great outdoors

Angling

Angling enthusiasts will adore the River Whitewater and its takeable fish.

Cloverhill Golf Club

A real gem, Cloverhill is an 18-hole course that enjoys breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Horse riding

Smell the leather, strap on your helmet and go for a canter with the Oakwood Riding School.

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Motor Racing

Budding boy racers should take a spin around Formula Karting for high octane sport in a controlled environment.

Newry Canal National Cycle Network

Taking you from the Bann Bridge in Portadown to the Town Hall of Newry, the route follows the towpath of this canal, which has been in operation for some 200 years.

Swimming

Take a dip at Cranfield West – a glorious Blue Flag Beach located at the entrance to Carlingford Lough.

Take to the saddle in Newry

Children

Sit back, relax and let the kids get wet and wild

Thrills and Spills Warrenpoint

Jet-skiing, mountain biking and adventure games for older teenagers, with a thrills and spills adventure playground to keep the younger children happy!

Splashing about in Newry

Culture & Festivals

Let your feet tap to the beat at a great music festival and enjoy a cultural voyage at a city arts centre

Fiddlers’ Green International Festival

Attracting singers from around the world to the small town of Rostrevor, the highlight of the lively Fiddler’s Green Folk Festival is the biggest crossroads céilí in the world. Get your dancing shoes on…

Mourne Textiles & Loom Weaving Workshop

See the masters of the trade in action at this amazing textile workshop.

Thomas Kinkade Gallery of Ireland

Opened at The Quays Shopping Mall, Kinkade is internationally known as the Painter of Light and the most highly collectable living artist in the world.

Weaving workshop

Eating, Drinking & Luxury

Cosy up in an atmospheric pub or relax in the lap of luxury

Brass Monkey

Listed in the Taste of Ulster Guide, this place is packed with character and characters, and has a deserved reputation for serving up great food.

Canal Court Hotel

An award winning hotel in the centre of this buzzing city that leaves no stone unturned when it comes to luxury and state-of-the-art facilities.

Dining out in Newry

Shopping

Immerse yourself in designer gear from elegant threads to bespoke ceramics

Maura Smyth Ceramics

Enhance your home with an exquisite design from Maura Smyth.

Newry Market

An institution in the city, this colourful variety market has operated for more than 100 years every Thursday and Saturday.

The Quays and Buttercrane Shopping Centres

Integrating a unique blend of leisure and shopping, The Quays and Buttercrane have absolutely fabulous department stores, plus plenty of boutique shopping to keep you happy!

The Quays Shopping Centre

Sightseeing

Step back in time at an ancient castle and get to know more about the father of three literary giants

Annalong Corn Mill

Built around 1830, this historic mill is powered by a waterwheel and overlooks the harbour.

Bagenal’s Castle

A 16th century castle adjoining a 19th century warehouse, this building has been tastefully restored to house the local Tourist Information Centre.

Brontë Homeland Interpretive Centre

The inspiring heritage of the Brontë sisters is clear for all to see when you take a trip onto the farmland where their father, Patrick, was born and raised.

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Ring of Gullion Way

Steeped in mountain magic and myth, Newry city rises up to the Ring of Gullon – a natural geological formation known as the ring dyke.

Rostrevor Forest Walk

Refresh the body, spirit and soul with this fine forest walk offering superb views over Carlingford Lough.

Saint Patrick’s and Saint Colmans

An intricate building of historical significance, the first foundation stone was laid in 1825.

Ti Chulainn Cultural Activity Centre

A fabulous interactive centre encouraging visitors to experience and participate in the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Rostrevor Forest
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Newry City

Newry is a relatively new city. In March 2002, during Queen Elizabeth’s Golden Jubilee Celebrations, Newry was granted city status.