Accommodation
There are so many things to do around the area of Castlerock you can easily pass a few days.
- Benone and Downhill beach are only 3 miles away and are world famous for the excellent bass fishing. In fact in Nov 2005 a 16lb 4oz bass was landed here which can be seen mounted at Moorbrook.
- Castlerock beach and River Bann Estuary only 2 miles away – another good area to fish for bass, sea trout, fluke etc.
- Carnroe is world famous for salmon fishing and only 20 mins away, Moorbrook can organise guided days on this stretch
- Mussenden Temple and Downhill forest for fantastic scenic walks – 2 miles away.
- Hilltop riding centre and Castlerock Golf Club are also close by.
- Nervana Day Spa
- Fine dining or day time snacks available from The Golf Hotel Castlerock
- Wine Bar in nearby Portrush.
- The Legendary Giants Causeway, a world heritage site, is a short drive away.
- The Lough Foyle ferry at Magilligan makes Donegal 10 mins away.
Moorbrook highly recommends staying in Keeragh Lodge B&B, 59 Altikeeragh Rd, Castlerock, BT51 4SR, Tel 02870848666 or 07761402440 where the accent is on comfort, relaxation and hospitality. This B&B caters to the highest of standards.
Special rates can be arranged when booked through Moorbrook subject to availability.
Guides can be arranged for fishing trips for salmon and sea trout or River Roe and River Bush. The tributaries of Lough Neagh contain the unique Dollaghan trout which are found nowhere else in the world but here and are recognised by their deep bodies and large dark spots – these can also be guided for.
SAMPLE GUIDED HOLIDAY PACKAGE
- Morning on Carnroe with guide
- Day at Moorbrook with lunch included
- Guided day at Benone or on the Bann
- 2 nights B&B (or pack lunch) at Golf Hotel
Any package can be tailored to your needs or requests, contact Moorbrook for details.