Castlerock
United Kingdom · Northern IrelandGB
Seaside village in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
Castlerock is a seaside village in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. It is five miles west of Coleraine, and part of Causeway Coast and Glens district. It is very popular with summer tourists, with numerous apartment blocks and two caravan sites. Castlerock Golf Club has both 9-hole and 18-hole links courses bounded by the beach, the River Bann and the Belfast to Derry railway line. The village had a population of 1,155 people at the 2021 census, and is where near by village Articlave F.C play their home games.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 1,155
- Coordinates
- 55.150, -6.783
- Timezone
- Europe/London
Overview of Castlerock
Castlerock — a village in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom — is worth a place on your map. Around 1,155 people live here. And it shows in how much there is to see. Plan around water sports and nature and you will not run out of ideas. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Castlerock
Water Sports in Castlerock
(2)For water sports, expect Bodyboard and Surf. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Castlerock.
Nature in Castlerock
(1)Castlerock records Beaches under nature. It is a direct read of Castlerock's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Castlerock
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
Getting there & around
Castlerock rewards a slow approach — a hub in Northern Ireland, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/London on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Castlerock that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Castlerock known for?
- Travellers associate Castlerock with water sports and nature. It sits in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom and counts about 1,155 residents.
- What can you do in Castlerock?
- Castlerock is tagged with Bodyboard, Surf and Beaches, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Castlerock?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
- Where is Castlerock located?
- Castlerock belongs to Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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