Category: Over the border

Gemma Havlin
Old Coast Guard Station, Greencastle, Inishowen, Co. Donegal, Greencastle,
t. (00353) 074 93 81363, www.inishowenmaritime.com, greencastlemaritime@eircom.net, /Inishowen Maritime

Inishowen Maritime Museum & New Planetarium is conveniently located in the old coastguard station, only 100 yards from the Lough Foyle ferry landing at Greencastle. Listed as one of the ‘Wild Atlantic Way’ gems the museum has an extensive collection of artefacts, exhibitions and memorabilia of all things maritime, from emigration to basking sharks.
Our New planetarium projection system gives audiences of all ages an opportunity to view various shows that provides a feeling of full sensory immersion unlike any standard classic planetarium or cinema! Our new full dome theatre runs four shows each day and you do not have to be interested in just astronomy and science to enjoy the experience, we also offer shows on prehistoric sea monsters, our global climate and our kids favourite the Enchanted Reef! Other amenities: Nautical gifts & fishing tackle shop – Museum Tea room – Car/Coach parking. Come visit the museum and enjoy a show – We look forward to seeing you soon! Opening times- Easter through September Mon-sat 9.30am – 5.30pm. Sundays 12.00 – 5.30pm. October-Easter Monday to Friday. 9.30am to 5pm (other times by appointment)

The Pier, Greencastle, Co. Donegal  www.loughfoyleferry.com t.0749381901
The Lough Foyle Ferry operates a car ferry service from Greencastle, Co. Donegal to Magilligan in Co. Londonderry. Crossing time is just under 15 minutes and results in a saving of 78kms (49miles) driving! No advance booking is required and fares paid on board. The ferry crosses on the hour from Greencastle from 9am to 7pm (8pm July and August) and at quarter past the hour from Magilligan.
Greencastle is a jumping off point for exploring Inishowen Penninsula which is full of hidden treasures. Most notably are Malin Head, the isle of Ireland’s most northly point and Kinnegoe Bay, a long sandy beach backed by a steep green hill. Or, alternatively, consider the ferry as a way to arrive in Northern Ireland and enjoy a fabulous day trip from Downhill, taking in all the best that the Antrim coast has to offer.