We have compiled County Armagh travel and holiday information to help with your stay.

About County Armagh

County Armagh is the smallest of the six counties that form Northern Ireland. It is known as the orchard county, renowned for its apple growing and fertile land. Armagh city, the county town, is the traditional home of Christianity in Ireland it was home to St Patrick the patron saint of Ireland and there are many historic sites to visit here. For nature lovers the Slieve Gullion Forest Park in the south of the county is an area of outstanding natural beauty. County Armagh has a coastline on Lough Neagh the largest lake in Ireland and home to spectacular wildlife.

Attractions

Armagh County Museum Collections reflecting the people of Armagh Armagh Planetarium - Armagh City Armagh Planetarium is a world-renowned astronomical educational establishment. Dan Winter's Cottage and Ancestral Home - Armagh City The old thatched cottage which dates back to pre 1750 consists of living quarters, spirit grocers and weavers quarters with a full working loom. Gosford Forest Park - Markethill Diverse woodland and open parkland, features some truly magnificent scenery. Saint Patrick's Catholic Cathedral - Armagh City The imposing twin spires of the Roman Catholic Cathedral overlooks the City on an elevated site.

History and Heritage

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Useful Information for County Armagh

Armagh Tourist Information Centre 40 English Street, Armagh, County Armagh, BT61 7BA Tel: 028 3752 1800 Fax: 028 3752 8329