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Telegraph
2 days ago
- Telegraph
The perfect holiday in Northern Ireland, the UK's most underrated natural beauty
For a long time, Northern Ireland was written off by its history, which dwarfed anything that made this country shine. But to visit Northern Ireland and focus only on the Troubles would be a disservice, as well as a crying shame. This is a place of exceptional natural beauty, where the striking coastline reveals historic cliff paths and jagged caves, and a region of calm lakes is dotted with tiny islands. It's also home to a vibrant dining scene, with beachside seafood shacks and Michelin-starred restaurants, and one of the oldest food markets in the world. And of course, the Northern Irish aren't shy of a spot of nightlife. In Belfast and all over the country, there are quintessential pubs where there's always some craic to be found, along with traditional music and a bar stocked with locally distilled whiskeys and craft gins. So forget everything you thought you knew about Northern Ireland, and open yourself up to what's happening right now. For further inspiration, explore our guides to Northern Ireland's best hotels, things to do, restaurants, nightlife and beaches. In this guide: How to spend the perfect day in Northern Ireland Morning Kick off your trip by renting a car in Belfast and setting off to explore the Causeway Coast, a 120-mile route that snakes from the capital along the shoreline over to Derry-Londonderry. While you could technically tick off the entire route in one (long) day, there are dozens of reasons to take it at a slower pace. Your first pit stop is barely 30 minutes out of the city, at the Victorian cliffside walk, The Gobbins. On this guided experience (which can close due to rockfalls; check the website for more information), you'll pass through dark caves and over arched metal bridges that cling to the edge of the cliffs as the waves crash below. Afterwards, drive up to Ballycastle and have an early lunch in the Ursa Minor Bakehouse, the bakery where top Northern Ireland restaurants source their sourdough – try it topped with eggs and a drizzle of chilli oil.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Northern Ireland: Police deploy water cannon against rioters
Northern Ireland saw clashes on the fifth consecutive night as anti-immigrant protesters attacked police officers. Riot police were attacked with petrol bombs, fireworks, and bottles, reported DPA news agency. "Last night in Portadown police came under sustained attack from rioters throwing masonry and other missiles," Ryan Henderson, Assistant Chief Constable with the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) told AFP news agency. The PSNI used water canons to disperse crowds twice around midnight local time. Henderson said police presence would be increased across Northern Ireland over the weekend "to reassure our communities and protect our streets". Some 63 officers have been injured in the violent protests that first began in Ballymena, about 50 miles (80 kilometers) from Portadown. Authorities have arrested 15 people and charged four, most of whom are teenagers. The city of Derry/Londonderry also saw riots and damage to public property. Unrest also spread to the towns of Larne, Belfast and Coleraine. "What we have seen over the last four days has been devastation, has been horrific for those people targeted — this is women and children, these are families, at the brunt of racist, violent attacks, and it is wrong on every level," First Minister Michelle O'Neill said. The first riots came after an alleged attempted rape of a young girl by two teenagers in Ballymena. Two teenagers were arrested and remain in custody. Police have not publicly declared their identities but asked for Romanian interpreters in court. Police said on Thursday that foreign nationals were forced to hide in wardrobes and attics due to the racist nature of the riots. "Stop this violence. We will come after you. We will arrest you. We will prosecute you successfully," said Northern Ireland police chief Jon Boutcher, calling the rioters "bigots and racists." He said the girl who was the survivor of the sexual assault had been "further traumatized" by the riots. Housing authority Northern Ireland Housing Executive said 14 families were given emergency accommodation and help had been extended to about 50 households this week. Northern Ireland is a part of the United Kingdom, but was an area of violent conflict between republicans who want to unite the island of Ireland and unionists who want to remain part of the UK. The violence largely ended with the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, but tensions have increased since Brexit. Edited by: Alex Berry
