Coleraine

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General Information

Coleraine is a large town near the mouth of the River Bann located in the Derry County of Northern IrelandUnited Kingdom.  It is also the main town on the famous Causeway Coast and having retained good rail links can be accessed from all over Northern Ireland.

The town has an attractive floral displayed and pedestrianised town centre, a marina and impressive Riverside theatre.  A busy university town these days Coleraine has its own special charm with historical buildings, and various parks which are ideal for families.

Just north of Coleraine are the scenic coastal towns of Portstewart and Portrush, which are known for their fine sandy beaches and beautiful coastal walks.  This town is worth a visit for its beauty and location.

Things to do and see in Coleraine

There are many attractions in and around Coleraine to keep all ages of tourists entertained with only some of them detailed below :-

  • Mountsandel Forest - see the Mount Sandel fort, an ancient site
  • Walking Heritage Trail - ‘Around the Ramparts’
  • Coleraine Museum
  • Coleraine Specialty Market

Please see the activities directory for more information.

Accommodation in Coleraine

There are many choices of places to stay in this large town from bed and breakfasts to hotels and inns.  Please view the accommodation directory which gives tourists an extensive choice.

Restaurants and Businesses in Coleraine

There are several restaurants for the fine diner, as well as some wonderful street dining and the many pubs providing superb local fare.  

View the restaurant and business directories for more information, or add your own free business listing.

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