Maid of Antrim
Contact Cookstown Tourist Information Centre on:
Tel: 028 867 69949
135a Shore Road, Ballyronan, Magherafelt BT45 6JA
Tel: 028 2582 2159 Email: conlaw@btinternet.com
The boat has recently been restored to its former glory and
offers passengers a comprehensive commentary as well as
spectacular views. The Maid of Antrim departs from Ballyronan
Marina on the western shore of Lough Neagh. Cruises depart
from April to October and are subject to weather conditions
and demand. Please pre-book to avoid disappointment.
Broad Water
Rivers Agency (Lisburn Office)
Tel: 028 9260 6100
A natural valley that was flooded by the old Lagan Navigation
Company in order to maintain a sufficient head of water to
accommodate the navigation. Today this area acts as both a
breeding and wintering ground for a large variety of wildfowl.
Approximately 3 miles of surfaced towpath connect Aghalee
Village and Moira Railway Station, whilst picnicking facilities can
be found at Soldierstown car park. Managed by Rivers Agency.
Tardree Forest
Tel: 028 3477 2240 Fax: (028) 4377 1762
Website: www.forestserviceni.gov.uk
Email: customer.forestservice@dardni.gov.uk
At 336 hectares, Tardree is one of Northern Ireland’s oldest
state forests and provides ample opportunity for walking.
The gradient of the walk is moderate, with some steep sections
along the way. Tardree Forest is a mixed conifer forest with way
marked forest paths and picnic areas, offering panoramic views
over County Antrim and Lough Neagh. There is also a geological
nature reserve within a rhyolite quarry.
Six Mile Water
Contact Antrim Tourist Information Centre
Tel: 028 9442 8331 Fax: (028)9448 7844
Email: info@antrim.gov.uk
Web: www.antrim.gov.uk
The Mill Race Trail is a site of importance in terms of its industrial
heritage and wildlife value. Remnants of this industrial heritage
can be seen along the Trail. Follow the way markers and
information panels as they tell the story of the Six Mile Water.
There is no entrance fee and leaflets on the Trail are available.
Short linear riverside walk on flat off-road paths. To assist in your
enjoyment of the Trail, picnic tables, benches and bike stands
are located along the route. Dogs are permitted along the trail,
but must be kept on a lead at all times. Bikes are permitted on
part of the section from Riverside to Kirby ‘ s Lane, from where
cyclists can then head to the Lough Shore Park, via a new
linkage path from the Dublin Road to Rea ‘ s Wood.

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