Introducing Coleraine
Coleraine (Cúil Raithin), on the banks of the River Bann, is an important transport hub and shopping centre. It was one of the original Plantation towns of County Londonderry, founded in 1613. The University of Ulster was established here in 1968 much to the chagrin of Derry, which had lobbied hard to win it.
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Last updated: Mar 24, 2009
Thorn Tree forum discussion
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RE: giant's causeway
by linfield 19 May 2011
Yes it is possible. I would imagine the walk itself would take roughly 3 hours but you may find the Ulster Way website more accurate and…
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RE: Australia's old railway stations..
by trainsextreme 12 April 2011
Sadly only the line to Warrnambool still operates for passengers, and Ararat to Portland for, mainly wheat. All those other lines, Timboon,…
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Re: Giant's Causeway advice
by ponaire 09 April 2011
£17 is very good value. A day return on the train from Coleraine to Belfast is normally £16, the bus a little less. http://www.nationalt…
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