Accommodation, events, things to see and do in County Londonderry and the Walled City of Derry Next County Londonderry County Londonderry makes up one of the six counties of Northern Ireland and is located towards the North West of the country. The unique location of County Londonderry covers 4 key destinations. The iconic coastline is positioned within the Causeway Coast and Glens area and has been recognised internationally for its stretch of railway between Coleraine and Londonderry, admired by seasoned travellers such as Michael Palin. In the South East of the county is Ballyronan Marina, a picturesque visitor site located within the village of Ballyronan on the shores of Lough Neagh. The Sperrin Mountains cover a large area of County Londonderry and can be experienced by exploring the Sperrins Scenic Driving Routes. Alternatively take a walk through some of the many forest parks such as Banagher Glen and the Roe Valley. If you want more of an urban feel, then there is always Derry~Londonderry, Northern Ireland’s second city, home to the famous city walls and the first ever UK City of Culture in 2013. Where is Derry, Northern Ireland?

/ Where is Derry, Northern Ireland Located in The World? / Derry Map - WorldAtlas.com Where is Derry, Northern Ireland? Location of Derry on a map. Derry is a city found in Northern Ireland , The United Kingdom . It is located 55.00 latitude and -7.31 longitude and it is situated at elevation 24 meters above sea level. Derry has a population of 83,652 making it the 3rd biggest city in Northern Ireland. It operates on the BDST time zone, which means that it follows the same time zone as Belfast. Quick facts Derry travel guide - Wikitravel 13 Get out For other places with the same name, see Derry (disambiguation) . Derry or Londonderry ( Irish: 'Doire', meaning 'Oak Grove'), is the second city of Northern Ireland and the fourth largest city on the island of Ireland after Dublin , Belfast and Cork with a population of roughly 100,000. The city has a photogenic location on the River Foyle in County Londonderry , close to County Donegal in the Republic of Ireland and its ancient defensive walls are the most complete in Ireland.

Understand[ edit ] The Guildhall, Derry city centre The city's name is a point of political dispute, with unionists advocating the longer name, and nationalists advocating the shorter. A common attempt at compromise is to refer to the county as "Londonderry" and the city as "Derry", but this is by no means universally accepted. Because of this, a peculiar situation arises as there is no common consensus either in politics or elsewhere as to which name is preferred; the city council is officially known as "Derry", but the city is officially recognised as "Londonderry" by the Northern Ireland Executive and the UK government. Whilst road signs in the Republic of Ireland use "Derry", alongside the Irish language translation "Doire", road signs in Northern Ireland will always read (unless vandalised) "Londonderry". Situated on the banks of the River Foyle, Derry is the second largest city in Northern Ireland and one of the oldest inhabited places in the whole island of Ireland. As they say there, 'Derry was a city when Belfast was still a swamp'.

Derry's history dates back over 1,450 years, a lasting reminder of the early inhabitants of the area is the Iron Age fort, just over the border in County Donegal , known as the Grianan of Aileach . In the 6th Century St Columba/Colmcille established a monastery in Derry. Shifting ten centuries later to the Plantation of Ulster, King James I of England had the wealthy guilds of London build up the city of Derry (hence the title Londonderry) and surround it by the defensive walls that still ring the city today. These walls witnessed one of the most prominent events in the history of Derry. In 1688 the city was laid siege by the Earl of Antrim and the Catholic forces of James II, the English king who was deposed in favour of Protestant William of Orange. The settlers of the city who were protestant, barricaded themselves within the walls, when a group of apprentice boys from London on seeing the on coming forces, locked the city gates and so started the Great Siege of Derry.

The siege was to be the longest in British history, lasting some 105 days, during which an estimated third of the city’s then population of 30,000 died through disease and starvation. When James II himself rode up to the city walls and lay down terms for surrender he was greeted with shouts of ‘No Surrender’. The siege was finally broken when the relief ship Mountjoy broke the boom which was laid across the River Foyle beside the city. However the legacy of the Great Siege of Derry lasted for centuries with the Catholic and Protestant communities in Derry remaining bitterly divided, something that was further fuelled by Ireland's partition in 1922. The city's close proximity to the border with the Irish Free State (later the modern-day Republic of Ireland), coupled with the city's much closer Catholic/Protestant demographic meant that conflict and outbreaks of violence were arguably worse than within Belfast. During the years of the Troubles, Derry witnessed some of the most prominent and terrible events of those times. It was on Derry's Bogside area that British soldiers shot dead 14 civil rights protesters in what became known as Bloody Sunday. The majority of the Bogside murals commemorate this tragic loss of innocents.

Since the peace process in Northern Ireland, Derry is slowly emerging as an upbeat cosmopolitan city with great potential and huge tourist interest. In July 2010, Derry was awarded City of Culture for 2013. A lot of Derry’s sights are meshed with its history, the 16th Century walls which surround the city are among the oldest and the best preserved citadel walls in Europe. A huge percentage of Derry’s population fall into the 20 – 30 age group and there are plenty of places to cater for them with lots of clothes shops and boutiques, pubs, bars and clubs and Derry's traditional Irish and folk music scene are well established. By plane[ edit ] City of Derry Airport [1] (airport code LDY) an airport serving Derry, Tyrone , and Donegal in the Republic of Ireland, located 11km north-east of the city centre. Flybe to Manchester (seasonal). Ryanair [2] to Alicante , Birmingham , Faro , Glasgow , London (Stansted), Liverpool , Tenerife (South).

Taxis are available from the airport, with the typical fares to the city centre around £12, with the journey taking roughly 15 minutes. There is also a bus service but given the intermittent timetable, unless you're short of cash, you should just take a taxi. For details of Ulsterbus bus services visit Translink . The typical fare to the city centre is £2.70 and the journey takes approximately 20-30 minutes. From Belfast[ edit ] Belfast has two airports, both serving quite a few international destinations. Belfast International Airport is situated 100km from Derry, whilst Belfast City Airport is located 115km from Derry. Both Belfast airports are served by a good bus connection to Derry city centre with Airporter [3] . From Belfast city centre bus station, there is a bus service every 30 mins which takes just under 2 hours. From Dublin[ edit ] It is also possible to get to Derry from Dublin Airport , 225km to the south-east.

Dublin Airport is Ireland's international air hub, served by Ryanair, Aer Arann, Aer Lingus [4] and many other international carriers, with destinations in Ireland, Europe, Africa, North America and the Middle East. Buses [5] link Dublin Airport and the Derry, running throughout the night. By train[ edit ] Northern Ireland Railways (a subsidiary of Translink [6] ) usually have trains travelling to and from Belfast regularly during the whole day. Trains arrive in Derry's Waterside, with a shuttle bus linking the train station to the (more central) bus station. However, this line will be closed for nine months between July 2012 and April 2013 for upgrade works to shorten the journey time and provide a smoother ride. [7] The journey between Belfast and Derry takes just over 2 hours and between Coleraine and Derry affords great views along the shores of Lough Foyle, which was described by Michael Palin as “one of the most beautiful rail journeys in the world” [8] .

By car[ edit ] From Belfast : Start on the M2 and you can either take the main road (A6)to Derry (signposted as Londonderry) via Dungiven or the scenic drive along the Antrim Coast, passing the Giant's Causeway . From Dublin : Take the M1 motorway and go as far as the signpost for Derry and Ardee. Then take the N32 whick links to the N2. Follow the N2 via Carrickmacross and Monaghan to the Border where the road then becomes the A5. Travel northwards via Omagh and Strabane until you reach Derry. (Note: North of the border road signs will read Londonderry, South of the border Derry). From Belfast International Airport: Take the main road to the M2 from the airport through Templepatrick. Follow the signposts onto the main road to Londonderry. It is worth bearing in mind that while the road signs will normally show "Londonderry" it is common to see vandalism where the "London" part has been spray-painted over leaving only "derry" remaining.

It is also possible to see some signs where "derry" has been painted over and directions for "London" are on display. This is often done as a joke by kids and is not done to intentionally confuse or misdirect tourists. By bus[ edit ] Translink's [9] Goldline Express No. 212 departs to and from Belfast regularly during the whole day. Dublin is connected with Goldine Express No. 274 and Bus Éireann service No. 33, which runs throughout the night. There is also a connection with the west coast with Bus Éireann service No. 64, which runs to Sligo and Galway, then onwards to Limerick and Cork. Full details of bus services are available from Translink and Bus Éireann [10] It's good to know that buses in Derry, although useful, don't run with the same frequency as in Belfast. Further services, aimed mainly at travellers arriving into the local airports are operated byAirporter [11] . Get around[ edit ] Derry is essentially split (by the River Foyle) into two main areas - The Waterside and The Cityside/Derry Side.

The two banks of the river are connected by three bridges. The elder of these is the Craigavon Bridge, a double-decker bridge which once carried trains on its lower deck. A more recently constructed road bridge is the Foyle Bridge. This is a four-lane concrete bridge, which is further from the city centre. The east side of the river is known as The Waterside. This is traditionally the home of Derry's unionist population. The west side of the Foyle is usually known as The Cityside. This is predominantly nationalist and contains most of the tourist attractions, the city centre and The Guildhall. Here you will find the city walls and the Bogside. The city centre is small and suitable for walking. In 2011, the Peace Bridge was opened, which is a pedestrian bridge connecting the Waterside to the heart of the city centre, and in turn bringing the two communities, Catholic and Protestant closer together as well. See[ edit ][ add listing ] Derry's Guildhall. As well as excellent tours around the city and its 17th Century walls, Derry also boasts a number of excellent visitor attractions.

The Tower Museum is an award winning attraction, telling the history of the city and includes a range of exhibitions, while Derry's Guildhall, St Columb's Cathedral, St Eugene's Cathedral and St Augustine's Chapel are all historic buildings of stunning architecture. Other sights include the fascinating Bogside Murals found on the walls of what is known as Free Derry Corner and depict various events in the history of the town, from the Nationalist perspective. A more contemporary sculpture in the city, known as Hands Across the Divide, serves as a symbol of the two communities coming together. The city walls are the best-preserved in all of Ireland and make about a one-mile circumference around the city centre. City walls[ edit ] Derry Walls with the Tower Museum in the background. Derry is the only remaining completely intact walled city in Ireland and one of the finest examples of a walled city in Europe. [12] [13] [14] The walls constitute the largest monument in State care in Northern Ireland and, as the last walled city to be built in Europe, stands as the most complete and spectacular.

[15] The Walls were built during the period 1613-1618 by "the honourable the Irish Society" as defences for early 17th century settlers from England and Scotland. The Walls, which are approximately 1 mile (1.5 km) in circumference and which vary in height and width between 12 and 35 feet (4 to 12 metres), are completely intact and form a walkway around the inner city. They provide a unique promenade to view the layout of the original town which still preserves its Renaissance style street plan. The four original gates to the Walled City are Bishop’s Gate, Ferryquay Gate, Butcher Gate and Shipquay Gate to which three further gates were added later, Magazine Gate, Castle Gate and New Gate, making seven gates in total. Historic buildings within the walls include the 1633 Gothic cathedral of St Columb, the Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall and the courthouse. It is one of the few cities in Europe that never saw its fortifications breached, withstanding several sieges including one in 1689 which lasted 105 days, hence the city's nickname, The Maiden City.

[16] Bogside[ edit ] Take a walk around the "Free Derry" corner between the Bogside and the western side of the old city walls. Stop and look at the political murals made by local artists during the 90's, depicting key events in the harsh conflict haunting Northern Ireland . In the same area, the Free Derry monument, Free Derry Museum, and Bloody Sunday memorial are also located. Taking a guided tour of the Bogside is probably the best option for visitors, but please be warned, it is highly advisable to stay away from this area in the dark hours, especially at the weekend, as the area has a reputation among the locals as being one of the rowdiest areas of the city at these times, but saying that the area should be quite safe during the day. Museums[ edit ] The city is home to several museums. (Contact Tourist Information for their opening times which can be somewhat erratic): The Guildhall, recently refurbished it now contains an exhibition showing how the Plantation of Ulster shaped Derry and the local area. Open from 10pm-5.30pm 7 days a week. Entry is free.

[17] Tower Museum, Union Hall Place, Derry. Considered the main museum of the city, it tells the story of Derry from pre-historic times to the foundation of the city in 542, the siege of 1689, the Irish Famine of 1846, the partition of Ireland in 1921, the recent conflict of 1969-1994, up until modern times. The museum now houses a new exhibition of the Spanish Armada. Voted European museum of the year in 1994. Railway museum, Foyle Road, Derry. Details the city's railway heritage and four railway companies. Harbour Museum, Harbour Square, Derry. The city's maritime musuem. Workhouse Museum, Dungiven Road, Derry. A restored workhouse showing what conditions were like during the Irish Famine. Genealogy Centre, Butcher Street, Derry. Trace your Irish ancestry! Free Derry Museum, Glenfada Park, Derry. A museum of the Northern Irish conflict. A section is dedicated to the Bloody Sunday and its aftermath. The People's Gallery, Rossville Street, Derry.

The "Bogside Artists" [18] , who painted the murals in the Bogside, tell the story of over thirty years of turbulent history and unrest through their paintings. Old Gaol, Fountain, Derry. A small museum of Loyalist memorabilia. Only one of the original gaol (jail) towers remain, the rest having been demolished in 1973. Theobald Wolfe Tone, one of the leaders of the 1798 United Irishmen rebellion, was imprisoned here prior to his execution. (Visit by prior arrangement only) Apprentice Boys Memorial Hall, Society Street, Derry. A musuem is housed in the main building detailing the history of the Apprentice Boys and their prominent role in the 1689 Siege. Amelia Earhart Museum, Ballyarnett Country Park, Derry. Dedicated to the female aviatrix who landed in the city in 1936 becoming the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. (Visit by prior arrangement only - small museum on the outskirts of the city) Halloween[ edit ] The city is host to an annual Halloween Carnival on the 31st October.

Upwards of 30,000 revellers dressed in fancy dress costumes throng the streets and bars til the early hours. It is the biggest festival of its kind in Ireland attracting visitors from as far as Australia, Japan and the USA. Information on each year's festival can be found on the Derry City Council website. Almost everyone you meet on Halloween night will be dressed up so wearing a costume is recommended. Sport[ edit ] Derry City Football Club [19] play their home matches at the Brandywell Stadium, in the Brandywell area of the city, with most league matches taking place on Friday night. This club plays in the League of Ireland Premier Division (the league of the Republic of Ireland). Visitors to the club are assured of a warm welcome and a lively atmosphere, with the club being one of the top teams in the whole island. Buy[ edit ][ add listing ] Derry's Craft Village. Most of Derry's retail stores are situated well within walking distance of the city centre. The main shopping malls are Foyleside [20] and the Richmond Centre [21] .

Between them, these malls contain many of the stores which one would expect to find in any city in the UK or Ireland, such as Marks & Spencer, Debenhams and Dunnes Stores. Derry's last remaining home-grown department store is Austins, in The Diamond, which claims to be the world's oldest independent department store. Be sure to visit Guildhall Square during the day, where a local market operates. The town centre is very busy on a Saturday as many travel from the Republic to take advantage of Pound/Euro differentials. However Sunday is very quiet and many shops will only open from 12-6pm. Budget[ edit ] Fiorentini's: Italian-owned cafe, known throughout the city for its great value meals, and home to the best ice-cream in town. Be sure to try the Knickerbocker Glory! Great food, staff very helpful, especially the three owners. Guapo, 69 Strand Road (next door to Fiorentini's. Newly opened Mexican restaurant. Food here is tasty, fresh and affordable. Prices are roughly £4-5 for a meal. [22] Mid-range[ edit ] Danano's: A really nice Italian that is relatively cheap but great food.

Badgers: A great port of call for lunch while shopping. Can be crowded and cramped at busy times. Quaywest: Strand Road: by the Waterfront, quite near the Mandarin Palace. Opened in recent years and is quite successful. Serves light and sumptuous cuisine. Relatively cheap. [23] Splurge[ edit ] The Mandarin Palace, Strand Road: Long established Chinese food restaurant with excellent service and value. Has a tapas/cocktail bar as well as a restaurant. Can be pricey but they have very good early bird prices. [24] The Exchange: The best restaurant in Derry in the opinion of many ... try the duck! [25] Custom House, one of Derry's newer restaurants. Has a good selection of meals however can be slighty expensive. Early bird prices start from £16 for 2 courses. [26] Timberquay Restaurant & Wine Bar , Strand Road: A new vibrant dining experience located on the banks of the River Foyle. [27] Brown's Restaurant and Champagne Lounge, Certainly one of the North West's finest restaurants and first champagne lounge. On the Waterside of the City but can be reached quickly by walking across the Peace Bridge.

They also have a sister restaurant in the city centre. [28] Drink[ edit ][ add listing ] Derry is a small city with a recent turbulent past. Odds are, you shouldn't have any problems, but be aware of tensions.(see "Stay Safe" below) For it's size Derry has a large selection of bars and pubs, but those looking to try local Irish beers will be sadly disappointed as international brands dominate the Derry pub scene. There are 2 local breweries, Northbound and Walled City. Located in the centre of the city, just outside the Walled City, Waterloo Street is a steep hill lined with some of the city's liveliest bars. Peadar O'Donnell's, 63 Waterloo St, phone +44 28 7137 2318. If you are looking for traditional Irish folk music sessions, this is the best place in Derry. Such sessions are held nearly every day of the week, and both locals and visitors create a nice atmosphere. Drinkers can access Gweedore Bar through an interior door. The Grand Central, Strand Road. Popular bar for young people.

Has a range of quiz and music nights during the week and also serves food. Also has a decent selection of craft beers. [29] Gweedore Bar, Waterloo Street. Geared purely to live music but with a more contemporary band nature than Peadar O'Donnells. Here you can listen to line ups of all ages strutting their stuff giving their interpretations of all the favourites and some original self penned music. Upstairs is in a nightclub-style, with disco nights. Sandino's, Water Street. A small, cosy bar themed around Cuban rebels. Due to it's small size there is nearly always a crowd and nice atmosphere in here. Has a selection of Belgian and German bottled beers. Upstairs is a live music venue. Be sure to try a bottle of MacIvor's Cider. [30] Wetherspoons, The Diamond. Part of the UK Wetherspoons chain this bar serves cheap drinks and affordable meals. Pints start at £1.55 (as of Dec 15) and it is the only bar that serves cask beer or real ale. The Metro, Bank Place. You'll find this charming bar in the shadow of the imposing city walls.

The décor is interesting, with intriguing bric-a-brac collected from around the world, and lots of alcoves provide an intimate atmosphere. The pub grub here is of a high standard and features every thing from soup and sandwiches to a hearty beef stew. A night the upper level transforms into ad hoc dance area, filled with a young crowd. Complete with a roof-top smoking area, great on a sunny day. Walled City Brewery, Ebrington Square. Across the Peace Bridge is the town's only brewpub serving a big selection of their own beers as well as other Irish and International craft beer. NB: Due to licensing laws, to have a beer you must order food. Tapas dishes start at £2.50 and purchasing one per person is sufficient. Budget[ edit ] The Merchant's House, 16 Queen Street, phone +44 28 7126-9691/4223. A wonderful old house with Bed and Breakfast. Nice and clean, good breakfast. No en suite bathroom because it would be a pity to change the house.

Groarty House And Manor, Groarty Manor is a newly built house, set in its own one acre site surrounded by trees, and is tastefully furnished in warm relaxing colours. Has disabled access and disabled bathroom facilities on the ground floor. Telephone +44 28 7126-1403. It offers a great base for touring County Londonderry, Donegal, and Derry City itself with its historic walls, museums and various other tourist attractions. Bridge B&B, 3 Dacre Terrace, BT48 6JU, ☎ +44 28 71309151 ( info@bridgebnb.com ), [31] . A family run bed and breakfast located in a newly refurbished period house painstakingly restored to make the most of its traditional features. It offers beautiful views across the River Foyle to the Waterside area of the city. edit Derry City Independent Hostel, 44 Great James Street, ☎ +44 28 7128-0542 ( derryhostel@hotmail.com ), [32] .

A friendly, independent hostel, run by two backpackers who have been travelling around the world for quite some time themselves. The hostel actually consists of three separate houses, all spread out within walking distance of the old town and the Bogside murals. edit Travelodge Derry Hotel, 22-24 Strand Rd, ☎ +44 870 1911 733 ( derry@travelodge.ie , fax: +44 28 7127-1277), [33] . checkin: 15:00. from £35. edit Mid-range[ edit ] City Hotel, Queen's Quay, off Foyle Street, Derry BT48 7AS. Contemporary four star hotel centrally located on the bend of River Foyle, 200 metres from Guildhall - Many rooms overlook these points of interest. Rooms fairly spacious. Restaurant serves very good food, and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Underground parking provided. Tower Hotel, Butcher Street. Modern Four star hotel, centrally located inside the city walls, 200 metres from Guildhall. Underground parking provided. Travelodge, Strand Road.

Centrally located, 200 metres from Guildhall. Use of adjacent multi-storey car park. Da Vincis Hotel [34] - 15 Culmore Road, Derry BT48 8JB. Modern four star hotel, 2km north of the city centre. Large bar and good restaurant. Free car parking. Broomhill Hotel, Limavady Road, Derry BT47 6LT, Tel: +44 28 7134-7995. Three star hotel, 3km north of the city centre on the east bank of the river (Waterside). Free car parking. The Waterfoot Hotel & Country Club,14 Clooney Road, Derry BT47 6TB, Tel: +44 28 7134-5500. Located 5km north of the city centre on the east bank of the river (Waterside). Free car parking. BT48 Apartotel [35] - 5 Star Self Catering Accommodation, luxury 1-3 bedroom apartments on the banks of the River Foyle.

Splurge[ edit ] Everglades Hotel, 41-53 Prehen Road Derry BT47 2NH. Four star hotel, 2km south of the city centre on the east bank of the river (Waterside). Free car parking. Beech Hill Country House Hotel, 32 Ardmore Road, Derry BT47 3QP, Tel: +44 28 7134-9279. Five star hotel as stayed in by Bill and Hilary Clinton. Small hotel in a converted country house, located in large grounds 5km east of the city centre on the east bank of the river (Waterside). Free car parking. Stay safe[ edit ] After Belfast , Derry was the main centre of trouble during Northern Ireland's conflict. As a majority Catholic city, although significantly improved, some tensions still remain between the Republican and Loyalist communities in some parts of Derry. Wearing items of clothing which would identify you as being from any particular religious denomination or political viewpoint (for example Rangers or Celtic football shirts) is not advised.

As a rule of thumb, refer to the city as "Derry", as calling it "Londonderry" could offend or alienate some people with whom you are speaking. The prefix "London-" is often not used in everyday speech - the majority of Catholics and a number of Protestants refer to the city as "Derry". Derry was awarded Purple Flag status in October 2011, which recognises that the city provides evening visitors with an entertaining, diverse, and safe night out, and has brought the Purple Flag accreditation to Northern Ireland for the first time. [36] Cope[ edit ] For someone not familiar with English, the Derry accent can be quite challenging to understand at first (sometimes even to the native English speaker) and they tend to speak quite loudly and fast. However, if they know you are not from the area they will more than likely make an attempt to be more understandable. Offence will not be taken if you ask them to slow down while speaking. The city is built on some quite steep hills and a lot of walking up and down these hills will be required to see all the sights. They can become quite slippery in cold weather.

Sunday lunch - Review of The Belfray Country Inn Bistro, Derry, Northern Ireland - TripAdvisor Review of The Belfray Country Inn Bistro 171 Glenshane Road | Drumahoe, Derry BT47 3EN, Northern Ireland +44 28 7130 1480 More restaurant details Restaurant details Good for: Large groups, Romantic, Dining on a budget, Special occasions, Local cuisine, Business meetings, Families with children, Kids Dining options: Late Night, Lunch, Brunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Buffet, Cash Only, Free Off-Street Parking, Free Wifi, Full Bar, Highchairs Available, Parking Available, Private Dining, Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Television, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer Description: Enjoy the country hotel dining experience in the relaxing comfort of our informal bistro. Whether you want a light lunch, a midday carvery or a fabulous evening meal our bistro is perfect. Our popular carvery is served daily until 3:30pm but the bistro remains open with an extensive menu catering for all tastes.

Why not sample our extensive wine list to compliment your meal. Just a short distance from the city centre we offer you perfect convenience, beautiful surroundings, great food and a service that is affordable and high quality. We are more than a hotel, The Belfray Country Inn has a reputation for its fine food and great atmosphere. There are newer reviews for this restaurant “Sunday lunch” Reviewed March 12, 2015 I went here for Sunday carvery , an was surprised how busy it was although still got great service an lovely food an the times it is on to suits as well as not many place have a late carvery lunch on . Visited February 2015 Ask Frank B about The Belfray Country Inn Bistro This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Frank B has 1 more review of The Belfray Country Inn Bistro belfray, General Manager at The Belfray Country Inn Bistro, responded to this review, March 18, 2015 Dear Frank B Many thanks for your kind review and pleased to read that you had enjoyed your dining experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

With best regards Report response as inappropriate Thank you. We appreciate your input. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC. 426 reviews from our community Visitor rating Traveler tips help you choose the right room. Room tips (3) 426 reviews sorted by: “Delicious” Reviewed March 10, 2015 We ate here during our stay in March and all 4 courses were delightful. Our starters were soup and garlic mushrooms (which were delicately placed on a skewer - nice touch), mains were salmon and steak, with mash potato, veg and tobacco onion, our desserts were trifle and banoffee pie with tea and coffee. We will definitely be back!!! Visited March 2015 Ask danniirr about The Belfray Country Inn Bistro This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. belfray, General Manager at The Belfray Country Inn Bistro, responded to this review, March 12, 2015 Dear Danniirr Thank you for reviewing your dining experience with us during your stay and glad to read that you had enjoyed our food. Look forward to welcoming you back soon.

With best regards Report response as inappropriate Thank you. We appreciate your input. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Siobhan K “Bland” Reviewed March 9, 2015 Just had Sunday lunch with my fiancé in the ballroom off the Belfray Inn,starter was lovely,I had chicken volovont,my fiancé had prawn cocktail.his was a little small,dinner itself was quite bland and badly presented,every vegetable just mixed in with the other,awful and not especially warm,dessert was chocolate fudge cake,which was very dry and disappointing for me,as this was a rare treat out for us both and ended up being a let down,have eaten at the Belfray before with no problems,hence our visit this time,not impressed Visited March 2015 Ask Siobhan K about The Belfray Country Inn Bistro This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.

belfray, General Manager at The Belfray Country Inn Bistro, responded to this review, March 12, 2015 Dear Siobhan K Thank you for taking the time to review your Sunday dining experience with us in our Ballroom and I am saddened to hear that you did not enjoy the experience. In the Ballroom we offer a carvery lunch whereby the meat is carved and your choice of potatoes and vegetables are then placed on the plate. The vegetables we offer are cauliflower mornay, peas, carrot & parsnip which is diced and mixed together, perhaps this is your reference to vegetables just mixed in. I would have welcomed your comments on the day to allow us the opportunity to rectify any issues you may have experienced as we had served over 150 covers in the Ballroom with no other complaints. Again thank you for your comments and I do hope that we will have the opportunity to welcome you back again. With best regards Report response as inappropriate Thank you. We appreciate your input. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC.

Scarva14 Ask Scarva14 about The Belfray Country Inn Bistro This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. belfray, General Manager at The Belfray Country Inn Bistro, responded to this review, March 12, 2015 Dear innisfreeNIreland Thank you for choosing us to have your Maiden City break and glad to read that you enjoyed the food and service from our staff. I will happily share your kind comments with them. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. With best regards Report response as inappropriate Thank you. We appreciate your input. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Markshields66 Ask Markshields66 about The Belfray Country Inn Bistro This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. belfray, General Manager at The Belfray Country Inn Bistro, responded to this review, March 12, 2015 Dear MarkShields66 Thank you for your kind comments and for choosing us to celebrate your birthday. Pleasing to read that you rate the food and service as excellent.

See you for next years birthday celebrations. With best regards Report response as inappropriate Thank you. We appreciate your input. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC. County Derry, Northern Ireland - Londonderry Ulster County Derry, officially know as Londonderry, is perched on the northwest coast of Northern Ireland. Covering an area of some 798 square miles, the Derry landscape is varied and breathtaking. To the south are the forested glens of the Sperrin Mountains while to the north and east is the spectacular coastline of Benone Strand, Ireland's longest beach, 7 miles of wide-open sand and surf. Derived from the Irish 'Doire' meaning oak grove, Derry has long been a sacred place for early Celtic and Christian settlements. In the 6th century, the Irish Saint Columba founded a monastery beside the River Foyle in 546 AD, where the oak tress grew. The City walls of Derry are amongst the best preserved fortifications in Europe. The layout of the city reflects the original town plan set out several hundred years ago.

In 1609, an agreement was made with the Corporation of London for the rebuilding of Derry, hence the introduction of the name Londonderry. Derry has some fine architecture across the County including the Georgian town of Limavady and the folly overlooking Downhill Strand, Mussenden Temple, built by the eccentric Earl Bishop of Derry. Other cultural attractions include Bellaghy Bawn, a 17th century enclosure, containing a permanent exhibition on the locally born, Nobel laureate poet, Seamus Heaney. The Earhart Centre at Ballyarnet commemorates where Amelia Earhart (the first woman to fly the Atlantic solo) brought her plane down in 1932. The first recording of 'Londonderry Air' was by Jane Ross in 1851, which was later affectionately known as 'Danny Boy'. Visitors to Derry can also enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities from first-class golf to hill walking and excellent river angling. Roe Valley Country Park near Limavady is a superb place for salmon and trout fishing, canoeing, rock climbing and walking through miles of magnificent, preserved woodlands.

Towns in County Derry The largest town the County is the City of Derry. Other principal towns are Coleraine, Limavady, Portswart, Dungiven, Maghera and Magherafelt. The estimated population of County Derry is just over 213,000. Business Information Four Councils administer County Derry: Derry City Council, Limavady Borough Council, Coleraine Borough Council and Magherafelt District Council. Together and individually they promote tourism and economic development across the County. Derry is the regional centre for the northwest of Ireland. Industry in the northern part of the County is chiefly located in and around the City of Derry. The manufacturing of textiles, IT and chemicals are the principal sectors. External contracts in the US, Continental Europe and in the UK have been won by local joinery companies to build themed Irish pubs, interior fit-outs for hotels and restaurants overseas. The food sector in rural Derry is characterised by family owned businesses, mostly in the bakery sector. South Derry is known for specialist agricultural engineering.

On the land, there is sheep and cow rearing in the Sperrin Uplands to crop growing of potatoes and cereals on the fertile lowlands. Helpful contact details for business enquiries Derry City Council

Question: In which country is the city of Derry?
Answer: Northern Ireland