Bellingham Estate's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Stunning Views of Mourne Mountains and a secluded beach! If you visit the village of Annagassan, it is hard to imagine that Ireland’s largest city could be right here and not in Dublin. Background of this thesis is that near Annagassan there was a Longphort of the Vikings with the name Linn Duachaill, which was founded at the same time as the Viking settlement Dubh Linn – today Dublin. In their early days, both settlements competed for supremacy on the East Coast. Finally, Dublin prevailed, Linn Duachaill was abandoned and rediscovered in 2010.
A must-visit for breathtaking, natural views.
Annagassan
Stunning Views of Mourne Mountains and a secluded beach! If you visit the village of Annagassan, it is hard to imagine that Ireland’s largest city could be right here and not in Dublin. Background of this thesis is that near Annagassan there was a Longphort of the Vikings with the name Linn Duachaill, which was founded at the same time as the Viking settlement Dubh Linn – today Dublin. In their early days, both settlements competed for supremacy on the East Coast. Finally, Dublin prevailed, Linn Duachaill was abandoned and rediscovered in 2010.
A must-visit for breathtaking, natural views.
The small pier near Salterstown is often used by swimmers who venture into the cool water on the otherwise stony coast. From here you have a fantastic view over Dundalk Bay, the Cooley Peninsula and Mourne Mountains.
Salterstown pier
The small pier near Salterstown is often used by swimmers who venture into the cool water on the otherwise stony coast. From here you have a fantastic view over Dundalk Bay, the Cooley Peninsula and Mourne Mountains.
Already in the late 6th century a first monastery was built in Dromiskin. The oldest preserved buildings are the hull of a round tower (9th century) and the head of a high cross (10th century). The special thing about this high cross is that it is not Bible motifs, but Celtic symbols and mythical creatures that are at the centre. A sculpture of a Viking ship erected next to the monastery reminds of the eventful past and the raids of the Northmen.
Dromiskin Monastery
Already in the late 6th century a first monastery was built in Dromiskin. The oldest preserved buildings are the hull of a round tower (9th century) and the head of a high cross (10th century). The special thing about this high cross is that it is not Bible motifs, but Celtic symbols and mythical creatures that are at the centre. A sculpture of a Viking ship erected next to the monastery reminds of the eventful past and the raids of the Northmen.
Castle Roche is situated on a rocky hill in the middle of a rural area about 10 kilometres northwest of Dundalk. The castle was built in 1236 by a lady named Rohesia de Verdon. It’s reported that she promised the architect of the castle her hand if he would build a building according to her wishes. On her wedding night, Rohesia is said to have asked her new husband to come to her room and take a look at her property through her window. On her wedding night, Rohesia is said to have asked her newlyweds to come to her room and take a look at her property through her window. At that moment, she pushed him and got rid of her husband. Since then, the window has been popularly known as the “Murder window”.
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Castle Roche
Castle Roche is situated on a rocky hill in the middle of a rural area about 10 kilometres northwest of Dundalk. The castle was built in 1236 by a lady named Rohesia de Verdon. It’s reported that she promised the architect of the castle her hand if he would build a building according to her wishes. On her wedding night, Rohesia is said to have asked her new husband to come to her room and take a look at her property through her window. On her wedding night, Rohesia is said to have asked her newlyweds to come to her room and take a look at her property through her window. At that moment, she pushed him and got rid of her husband. Since then, the window has been popularly known as the “Murder window”.
Recommended, Local Food & Drink
The Glyde Inn is an authentic Irish pub & restaurant located on the seafront in Annagassan village. You might be lucky and
see live traditional Irish music too – Only a 7-minute drive away from Bellingham Estate.
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The Glyde Inn & Linn Duachaill restaurant
Main StreetThe Glyde Inn is an authentic Irish pub & restaurant located on the seafront in Annagassan village. You might be lucky and
see live traditional Irish music too – Only a 7-minute drive away from Bellingham Estate.
PJ Byrnes pub in Castlebellingham is a friendly, cozy pub,
perfect for a few drinks and a bit of craic – Only a 5-minute
walk.
P.J. Byrne’s Pub Castlebellingham
Main StreetPJ Byrnes pub in Castlebellingham is a friendly, cozy pub,
perfect for a few drinks and a bit of craic – Only a 5-minute
walk.
Rock Salt is an award-winning café serving breakfast, brunch
& lunch in the seaside village of Blackrock - a 10-minute drive
away.
Rocksalt Café
Main StreetRock Salt is an award-winning café serving breakfast, brunch
& lunch in the seaside village of Blackrock - a 10-minute drive
away.
The Square Restaurant ticks all the boxes if you are a foodie
& like good wine! It is in Dundalk, a 15-minute drive away.
https://www.squarerestaurant.ie/
Square Restaurant
6 Magnet RoadThe Square Restaurant ticks all the boxes if you are a foodie
& like good wine! It is in Dundalk, a 15-minute drive away.
https://www.squarerestaurant.ie/
The Townhouse is perfect if you like Italian food! It is in Dundalk, a 15-minute drive away.
The Townhouse
5 Roden PlThe Townhouse is perfect if you like Italian food! It is in Dundalk, a 15-minute drive away.
Pizzeria
Main StreetRated 4.7/5 stars, this a great spot in Clogherhead for easy, delicious dining.
Highly-rated, outstanding local chipper. Does great pizza as well.
Fagan's, 5 minutes drive from Bellingham Estate, offers delivery and takeaway collection.
https://www.facebook.com/chippydromiskin/?ref=page_internal
Fagan's Fish & Chips
Highly-rated, outstanding local chipper. Does great pizza as well.
Fagan's, 5 minutes drive from Bellingham Estate, offers delivery and takeaway collection.
https://www.facebook.com/chippydromiskin/?ref=page_internal
Five minutes walk from Bellingham Estate is our local chipper, Roma. They do very nice fish & chips and pizza as well!
Our suggestion? Order the fish & chips, and drive five minutes to Annagassan pier for a picnic with stunning scenery!
Roma Take Away Castlebellingam
1 Main StFive minutes walk from Bellingham Estate is our local chipper, Roma. They do very nice fish & chips and pizza as well!
Our suggestion? Order the fish & chips, and drive five minutes to Annagassan pier for a picnic with stunning scenery!
Our local Chinese takeaway is five minutes walk from Bellingham Estate.
This is a popular local spot for food.
They have a large menu, with some healthier options included.
www.chinatowntakeaway.ie
Chinatown
1 Main StreetOur local Chinese takeaway is five minutes walk from Bellingham Estate.
This is a popular local spot for food.
They have a large menu, with some healthier options included.
www.chinatowntakeaway.ie
Visit-Worthy Town
A bustling town, full of shops, cafes, restaurants, and history!
Founded by the Vikings, the city on the Boyne River has some remarkable monuments to visit, such as St. Laurence Gate from the 13th century, which looks more like a fortress than a city gate.
The Millmount Fort is located on a hill under which an ancient tomb is suspected. The Martello Tower on the summit was built in 1808 and was part of the surrounding barracks.
Drogheda
A bustling town, full of shops, cafes, restaurants, and history!
Founded by the Vikings, the city on the Boyne River has some remarkable monuments to visit, such as St. Laurence Gate from the 13th century, which looks more like a fortress than a city gate.
The Millmount Fort is located on a hill under which an ancient tomb is suspected. The Martello Tower on the summit was built in 1808 and was part of the surrounding barracks.
Blackrock has been protected from the floods of the Irish Sea by a sea wall since the 1850s. Below this wall are protected areas that are used as seaside bathing areas such as Ladies’ Beach or the beach on the promenade.
The Blackrock Promenade is full of lovely cafes, restaurants, and shops. A perfect way to spend an afternoon in County Louth.
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Blackrock
Blackrock has been protected from the floods of the Irish Sea by a sea wall since the 1850s. Below this wall are protected areas that are used as seaside bathing areas such as Ladies’ Beach or the beach on the promenade.
The Blackrock Promenade is full of lovely cafes, restaurants, and shops. A perfect way to spend an afternoon in County Louth.
The charming medieval village of Carlingford is situated on the East coast of Ireland, in the heart of the Cooley Peninsula, at the foot of Slieve Foy and overlooking the Mourne mountains. Located halfway between the cities of Belfast and Dublin, visitors will encounter a hub of heritage and folklore.
There's so much to do, see, eat, and explore. More information:
https://visitcarlingford.com/
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Carlingford
The charming medieval village of Carlingford is situated on the East coast of Ireland, in the heart of the Cooley Peninsula, at the foot of Slieve Foy and overlooking the Mourne mountains. Located halfway between the cities of Belfast and Dublin, visitors will encounter a hub of heritage and folklore.
There's so much to do, see, eat, and explore. More information:
https://visitcarlingford.com/
Unique Things to Do
Listoke Distillery and Gin School is a craft gin distillery nestled in the heart of the Boyne Valley on the outskirts of Drogheda Co. Louth.
Listoke Gin School is only a 15-minute drive from our estate
and offers great fun for gin lovers! The school runs for 3 hours
on a Friday evening, Saturday afternoon and Saturday evening.
For more information, please visit https://listokedistillery.ie/
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Listoke Distillery & Gin School
Listoke Distillery and Gin School is a craft gin distillery nestled in the heart of the Boyne Valley on the outskirts of Drogheda Co. Louth.
Listoke Gin School is only a 15-minute drive from our estate
and offers great fun for gin lovers! The school runs for 3 hours
on a Friday evening, Saturday afternoon and Saturday evening.
For more information, please visit https://listokedistillery.ie/
The Spirit Store is a long-running pub focused on culture, with live concerts, drama, poetry and comedy nights.
For more information on upcoming gigs, please visit
www.spiritstore.ie.
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The Spirit Store
George's QuayThe Spirit Store is a long-running pub focused on culture, with live concerts, drama, poetry and comedy nights.
For more information on upcoming gigs, please visit
www.spiritstore.ie.
Slane Castle & Distillery is only a 25-minute drive from our
estate and offers a great day’s entertainment. It has a lovely
restaurant and offers castle and distillery tours.
For more information, please visit: https://www.slanecastle.ie/
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Castillo de Slane
Slane Castle & Distillery is only a 25-minute drive from our
estate and offers a great day’s entertainment. It has a lovely
restaurant and offers castle and distillery tours.
For more information, please visit: https://www.slanecastle.ie/
The Battle of the Boyne is one of the most significant events in Irish history, part of a wider struggle for power across 17th century Europe.
The Battle of the Boyne was fought between King William III and his father-in-law King James II on 1 July 1690. The kings were rival claimants to the English, Scottish and Irish thrones. Protestant King William (of Orange) had deposed Catholic King James in 1688. James went to Ireland where he rallied his mostly Catholic army, making a stand on the banks of the Boyne outside Drogheda.
The battle is brought to life using a laser battle site model, audio visual film, real and replica weaponry and interactive guided tours. The Visitor Centre is located in the restored 18th century Oldbridge House surrounded by Victorian Gardens and battle site walks.
http://battleoftheboyne.ie/
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Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre
The Battle of the Boyne is one of the most significant events in Irish history, part of a wider struggle for power across 17th century Europe.
The Battle of the Boyne was fought between King William III and his father-in-law King James II on 1 July 1690. The kings were rival claimants to the English, Scottish and Irish thrones. Protestant King William (of Orange) had deposed Catholic King James in 1688. James went to Ireland where he rallied his mostly Catholic army, making a stand on the banks of the Boyne outside Drogheda.
The battle is brought to life using a laser battle site model, audio visual film, real and replica weaponry and interactive guided tours. The Visitor Centre is located in the restored 18th century Oldbridge House surrounded by Victorian Gardens and battle site walks.
http://battleoftheboyne.ie/
Nature Trails
The Forest Park embracing part of the Cabra Estate formerly owned by the Pratt family is situated in the Parish of Enniskeen. The Romantic Glen of the Cabra River, stretching the full length of the Park, is an area steeped in history and legend. It is said that Cuchulain camped there at night while by day conducting his single-handed defense of Ulster against the armies of Maeve. The Normans were here also and in later years the glen echoed to the sounds of Cromwell's armies. Dun a Rí Forest Park is a place of beauty. Situated in a tranquil glen, Dun a Rí is home to stoat, hare, mink, rabbit and otter, as well as red and grey squirrel along the banks of the River Cabra, which runs through the park. Take a romantic walk through deep, leafy glades over old bridges with marvelous views north to Slieve Gullion in County Armagh and the Mountains of Mourne. Some interesting features in the park include Cromwell's bridge, a wishing well, and an ice house. There are four walks of approximately 1.5 -2km in length in the park.
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Dún na Rí Forest Park
R179The Forest Park embracing part of the Cabra Estate formerly owned by the Pratt family is situated in the Parish of Enniskeen. The Romantic Glen of the Cabra River, stretching the full length of the Park, is an area steeped in history and legend. It is said that Cuchulain camped there at night while by day conducting his single-handed defense of Ulster against the armies of Maeve. The Normans were here also and in later years the glen echoed to the sounds of Cromwell's armies. Dun a Rí Forest Park is a place of beauty. Situated in a tranquil glen, Dun a Rí is home to stoat, hare, mink, rabbit and otter, as well as red and grey squirrel along the banks of the River Cabra, which runs through the park. Take a romantic walk through deep, leafy glades over old bridges with marvelous views north to Slieve Gullion in County Armagh and the Mountains of Mourne. Some interesting features in the park include Cromwell's bridge, a wishing well, and an ice house. There are four walks of approximately 1.5 -2km in length in the park.
The site is mixed woodland rising steeply to the summit of Black Mountain (506m) with many kilometers of forest roads and tracks. There are three waymarked trails in the forest, the Tain Trail, the Ring of Gullion and the short but interesting Ravensdale Loop. The forest is rich in archaeological features. The standing stones are just a short detour off the Ravensdale Loop and have many interesting features such as bridges and old driving roads. The Tain Trail – named for the legendary Bull of Cooley enters the forest at the southern end of the forest near Curralhir Bridge and follows forest roads and tracks to continue over the mountains into Omeath on Carlingford Lough.
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Ravensdale Forest Recreation Area
The site is mixed woodland rising steeply to the summit of Black Mountain (506m) with many kilometers of forest roads and tracks. There are three waymarked trails in the forest, the Tain Trail, the Ring of Gullion and the short but interesting Ravensdale Loop. The forest is rich in archaeological features. The standing stones are just a short detour off the Ravensdale Loop and have many interesting features such as bridges and old driving roads. The Tain Trail – named for the legendary Bull of Cooley enters the forest at the southern end of the forest near Curralhir Bridge and follows forest roads and tracks to continue over the mountains into Omeath on Carlingford Lough.
Rathescar Lakeside Walk and Wildlife Reserve is perfect for those who enjoy bird watching, fishing or even just a pleasant stroll around a picturesque setting. The lake is stocked with roach and fishing is permitted. There is a wide variety of animals and plants in the area. The woodland include trees such as oak, beech, silver fir, ash and sweet chestnut.
Rathescar Lakeside Walk
Rathescar Lakeside Walk and Wildlife Reserve is perfect for those who enjoy bird watching, fishing or even just a pleasant stroll around a picturesque setting. The lake is stocked with roach and fishing is permitted. There is a wide variety of animals and plants in the area. The woodland include trees such as oak, beech, silver fir, ash and sweet chestnut.
Stephenstown Pond is a unique nature park with lakeside walkways, woodlands, and a wide array of wildlife. The facility provides an ideal family day out where you can have fun in the newly enlarged playground, enjoy a picnic or feed the ducks and other wildlife. The children can participate in a nature quiz (available at a cost of only 50c at the café – on site) while they learn about flora, fauna and wildlife from the educational interpretative boards as they walk round the nature park.
After a leisurely stroll round the award winning Stephenstown Pond Nature Park (winner of National Tidy Towns Wildlife Award) you can enjoy a coffee and some delicious food at The Willow Tree Cáfe, located on site.
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Stephenstown Pond Nature Park
Stephenstown Pond is a unique nature park with lakeside walkways, woodlands, and a wide array of wildlife. The facility provides an ideal family day out where you can have fun in the newly enlarged playground, enjoy a picnic or feed the ducks and other wildlife. The children can participate in a nature quiz (available at a cost of only 50c at the café – on site) while they learn about flora, fauna and wildlife from the educational interpretative boards as they walk round the nature park.
After a leisurely stroll round the award winning Stephenstown Pond Nature Park (winner of National Tidy Towns Wildlife Award) you can enjoy a coffee and some delicious food at The Willow Tree Cáfe, located on site.