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Northern Ireland’s premier holiday resort, Portrush has everything you need for a short break away. Home to the highly acclaimed Royal Portrush Golf Club, the resort offers a host of activities for all the family. From its picturesque harbour, surrounded by restaurants, wine bars and pubs to its beautiful sandy beaches there’s definitely something for everyone and it’s all just over 1 and a half hours away from Belfast by rail!
Train - Approximate walking distance in minutes from
Portrush Railway Station unless otherwise stated.
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Barry’s Amusement Park
16 Eglinton Street, Portrush
Barry’s is the largest amusement park in Ireland with the very latest rides for indoor and outdoor entertainment.
Tel: 028 7082 2340
Web: www.barrysamusements.com
Open: July and August Daily 1.00pm – 10.30pm
Admission: No cover charge – pay per ride
Train: 2 mins
Dunluce Centre
10 Sandhill Drive, Portrush
The centre includes:
Turbo tours
Ireland’s only 4D simulation ride. Synchronising seat movement with giant screen action to transport you into a riveting world of excitement.
Dunluce Treasure Fortress
This thrilling experience is best described as Crystal Maze meets ‘Who wants to be a Millionaire’. It is a stimulating high tech treasure hunt set in an astoundingly real castle environment.
Finn McCool’s Adventure Playgound
A three-floored and zoned game environment with a host of interactive games and challenges for a broad spectrum of ages and abilities. Check in advance to see if sessions are available.
Tel: 028 7082 4444
Web: www.dunlucecentre.co.uk
Admission: All inclusive ticket £8.50,
Discount voucher on www.translink.co.uk/NorthCoast.
Open: July – August Daily 10.30am – 6.30pm
September Sat & Sun 12noon – 5.00pm
Train: 5 mins
Waterworld
The Harbour, Portrush
Pirates Cove fun pool has a range of thrilling features including twin 85 metre waterslides, Jacuzzis, water playground and power blasting cannons. The centre also boasts a 6 lane 10 pin bowling alley, featuring state of the art technology.
Tel: 028 7082 2001
Admission: Ticket prices vary depending upon group size
Discount voucher at www.translink.co.uk/NorthCoast.
Open:
Water play area:
July – August Mon – Sat:10.00am – 8.00pm
Sun: 12noon – 8.00pm
September Sat & Bank Holidays:
10.00am – 6.00pm
Sun: 12noon – 6.00pm
10 pin bowling
July – August Mon – Sat:10.00am – 10.00pm
Sun: 12noon – 10.00pm
September Fri: 6.00pm – 10.00pm
Sat: 10.00am – 10.00pm
Sun: 12noon – 10.00pm
Last booking time 1 hour before closing
Train: 5 mins
Play park & recreation grounds
Ramore head, Portrush
Twelve top class tennis courts lie alongside two bowling greens, one golf putting area and one crazy golf area, with regular matches and tournaments providing plenty of entertainment. The Play Park has an extensive range of play equipment and an inflatable bouncer. Both the recreation ground and the Play Park close mid September
Tel: 028 7082 4441 (seasonal)
Admission: FREE.
Open: July – mid September Mon – Sat 10.00am – Dusk
Sun: 1.00pm – 7.00pm
Train: 15 mins
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There are a number of spectacular beaches in Portrush, the West Bay, East Strand and White Rocks. These beaches offer a natural playground for families in picturesque surroundings. From surfing to sandcastles there are opportunities for a multitude of activities that everyone can enjoy. The beautiful West Bay is conveniently located to both Dhu Varren halt and Portrush railway station.
Train: 5 mins
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Key events 2007
14 July: Summer Entertainment Night & Fireworks
29 July - 3 Aug: NI Milk Cup Youth Soccer Competition
17 - 18 August: North West Pipe Band Championship
25 August: Summer Entertainment Night & Fireworks
Every weekday throughout July & August there will be band concerts and street theatre.
For further information on events in 2008 Tel: 028 7082 3333 or click www.northcoastni.com
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Portrush has a superb range of hotels, guest houses and B&B’s. Contact Coleraine Tourist Information Center Railway Road, Coleraine BT52 1PE.
Tel: 028 7034 4723
Email: info@northcoastni.com
Train: 2 mins from Coleraine Bus & Rail Centre
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