We also hope that the site will persuade visitors to come and visit one of the most scenic and historic towns on the island of Ireland. Donaghadee is a welcome and vibrant town with a wide variety of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. If you don’t come you don’t know what you’re...
Stunning coastal drives frame the island of Ireland. From action-packed loops to sprawling routes – extraordinary landscapes, seaside wonders, and much more awaits.
The first stop on your itinerary (if travelling from Belfast or Dublin) is the stunning Glens of Antrim. Forests and fields of green stretch for miles, with quaint towns and villages dotted throughout. It's a perfect peaceful retreat, while allowing you to take in some of Northern Ireland’...
Next day I take the DART at Tara Road, a five-minute stroll from myTrinity City Hotel, to Dún Laoghaire, one of the larger towns on the coast. We pass the suburb of Sandymount, where the low tide has exposed broad beach, over which a flock of Brent geese soars in a perfect ar...
difficult for Westerners to access. Visitor numbers have risen in the years since the Iron Curtain was pulled back, and the region faces increased development pressures. Its historic cities showcase their well-preserved old towns, which are often surrounded by "less pleasant socialist-era blocks."...
When applied to two case studies of coastal Transition Towns, the Model illustrates how, in practical terms, resilience may be used to tap into personal concerns to mobilise civil engagement in specific local regeneration initiatives. The discussion highlights some of the perennial practical obstacles ...
The UK boasts the longest coastline in Europe, measuring 17,381 km, and 17% of the UK coastline is currently experiencing the impact of erosion33. Compared to the other three administrative regions (Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland), England is considered overall more vulnerable to sea-...
Seaside Towns Above, we listed regions, but if you know a seaside town of interest, then have a look in the A-Z seaside town list below: AberaeronAberdeenAberdourAberdoveyAbereiddyAberfeldyAberffrawAbergeleAberladyAberlourAberporthAberystwythAchnasheenAdareAird BernisdaleAldeburghAlfordAllertonAllonbyAllow...
Get your motor running and head out on these coastal road trips past beaches, charming towns, mountain peaks and vineyards.
The coastal towns en route each have their own charm and legends, whilst the great outdoors offers stunning views at every turn. Driving Tips The Mourne Coastal Route is clearly marked with white text on brown signs. As in the rest of the UK and Ireland, drive on the left hand side of...