Location: Dungannon
Top Things to do in Dungannon
What to do and see in Dungannon, United Kingdom (UK): The Best Places and Tips
Dungannon (from Irish: Dún Geanainn, meaning "Geanann's stronghold") is a town in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland. It is the third-largest town in the county (after Omagh and Strabane) and had a population of 15,889 at the 2011 Census. The Dungannon and South Tyrone Borough Council had its headquarters in the town, though since 2015 it has been covered by Mid-Ulster District Council.
Restaurants in Dungannon
1. Argory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By Pablo256 - Belfast
We visited here a couple off times this past week and renewed our National Trust membership too. The Argory is set in beautiful grounds and we enjoyed walking down by the River Blackwater.
As a family we enjoyed the shop and cafe but with our two kids being still quite young we didn't do the house tour. Definitely something we will come back for in future years!
2. Dungannon Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By ladybrr - West Kilbride, United Kingdom
A beautiful park with a council run campsite. Seems very new. Toilets are lovely with very clean, new showers, etc. Facilities include a play park, a cafe, fishing and boating on a gorgeous lake and pretty walks. There are plenty of facilities for laundry, kitchen and so on. Plenty of room on the site but also very busy. I can understand why it is so popular. Only negative point was the cafe alarm going off around midnight and left to ring all night. It is only a 10 minute walk into Dungannon. Entry to the site is via an entry controlled barrier. A really lovely site in a beautiful setting.
3. Peatlands Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Covering more than 250 hectares, half of this scenic park is designated as a National Nature Reserve to protect the rich variety of flora and fauna.
Reviewed By GHBoxer - United Kingdom
We have visited the Peatlands Park on several occasions in the past and it has always been a great place to stretch the legs and have a few miles walking in the fresh air, particularly if the weather is good.
The walks are signed with colour coded posts and you can choose your route depending on your energy and time. The lengths of the walks vary from just 1 mile up to nearly 6 miles. Of course you can add several routes together to make longer walks if you wish.
The park is consists of woods and peatland/bogs. It opened I believe in 1990 and over the years the pathways have been much improved with board-ways on the once soggy peatland walks around the bogs. As this whole area is mainly flat, the pathways good and sound, it is easy to rack up 4 or 5 miles in a couple of hours and that includes a stop at one of the seats en route for a Sandwich and a drink.
There is an opportunity to learn something of the history of life around the bogs and the peat/turf cutting activities which naturally developed as a result of these old bogs which are estimated to date back to around 4000 years BC. According to local history, pine and rhododendrons were planted in the woods, but from what I observed, the conifers are less obvious and the wooded areas are mostly deciduous.
There is a small gauge Railways that runs during the summer. This is great fun for children, but check if its operating as it operates at set hours and days.
There are well kept toilet facilities and plenty of free parking. Refreshments are limited to vending machines in a small room opposite the toilets. When we visited last year, an ice cream van was parked near the central pond but it was absent on our last visit.
The park covers a large area with over 10 miles of paths. There is an opportunity to spot deer, squirrels, and a host of different bird types. The plant life is also very varied.
Pack some snacks and a drink and head out for some fresh air and exercise. There are picnic seats around the edge of the car park if you feel less energetic.
4. Parkanaur Forest Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
5. Moygashel Linen Green
Overall Ratings
4 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By markusTyrone - Tyrone
Some nice shops and the food upstairs is top notch but some of the prices are a bit crazy. Is a nice way to spend an hour and you can walk up to Dungannon park from here.
6. Moy Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By Ophine - Worthing, United Kingdom
We stayed at Spice Cottages just outside the village. Moy is a really nice place, we had breakfast at Jimmy's and dinner at the Ryandale Inn. Both serving very good food. Very clean, friendly and efficient. Thouroughly enjoyed our stay. Would recommend to anyone wanting a taste of the 'real' Northern Ireland.
7. Hill of The O'Neill & Ranfurly House Arts and Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Ranfurly House Arts and Visitor Centre is the perfect starting point for an exploration of the Dungannon and Tyrone area. Located in the former Belfast Bank, a beautiful mid Victorian centrepiece at the heart of Dungannon town which provides the gateway to the medieval capital of Ulster, Hill of The O’Neill a site used by rulers, noblemen and armies as a stronghold to dominate the area, a place from which they could influence all of Ulster. At least two Castles are thought to have been built on the site, as well as a grand manor house and a fortified town. A new glass viewing tower and event space recently opened in May 2016 affords the visitor a spectacular view from this most ancient site in Ulster. Glass panels on the lift to the top floor of the tower display artwork portraying the mythological history of Dungannon. From the top floor surrounded with glass the visitor can view seven of the nine counties of Ulster. It was from here the famous O’Neill dynasty utilised a stunning 360-degree view of the province of Ulster to rule Gaelic Ireland for over 300 years. The Ranfurly House Arts and Visitor centre has a multi-media exhibition narrating the Hill’s importance in Irish and European history, its links to the O’Neill’s and the subsequent Flight of the Earls and Plantation of Ulster. Ranfurly House has a fully staffed Tourism and Information Centre offering the following services for visitors to the Dungannon and Tyrone area: Range of information on the local area (including places to visit, places to eat, activities and accommodation) Gift, Crafts and local historical information Full access for disabled users Coffee Shop
Reviewed By NewcastleMaggie_moon - Newcastle
I love this place, it offers you lovely grounds to walk around with exceptional views around the town. The staff here are really helpful and friendly, families or tourists will love it here as you can sit around and enjoy and watch kids and others...MoreThank you for your lovely comment We are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Hill of The O'Neill & Ranfurly House and look forward to seeing you again in the near future
8. Annaginny Fishery and Park Farm
Overall Ratings
5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By aimee c - Belfast, United Kingdom
Love going here i live a mile away so its handy..great for feeding ducks and a walk around..great for family days out and animal lovers..also fishing is permitted..recommend it although bring wellies
9. Bond's Bridge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By markusTyrone - Tyrone
One of my friends used to jump off the top of this bridge when we were younger but I would not recommend that! The bridge itself is quite quaint and there is a car park to one side with an entrance to the National Trust Argory estate on the other side of the road. Bridge is really only wide enough for one vehicle so take care and there is a weight limit.
10. Dungannon Library
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
Public Library.
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