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Days Out in Magilligan

Magilligan sits on a long stretch of Atlantic coast, with Benone Strand at its heart and Magilligan Point stretching out to sea.

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2 indoorrainy-day picks
🌊By the seabeaches & coast

Inland, Binevenagh Lake and the Gortmore Viewpoint deliver dramatic scenery without spending a penny.

Families can try surf lessons with Long Line Surf School, watch gliders soar at Ulster Gliding Centre, or let the kids meet animals at Crindle Stables. Beaches, heritage sites, and outdoor adventures are all within easy reach.

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The best days out near Magilligan

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Magilligan Point to Bellarena

Coastal walks Free · in town
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Magilligan Point & Martello Tower

Historic tower at the far tip of a wild headland
Beaches Free · in town
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Magilligan Coastal Paragliding Site

Air sports in town

Benone Golf Club

Golf courses 1 mi
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Binevenagh Lake & Viewpoint

A hill lake and big views on a free adventure trail
Adventure & trails Free · 1 mi
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Gortmore Viewpoint (Manannán Mac Lir)

Dramatic free viewpoint featuring a striking sea-god sculpture
Stargazing & observatories Free · 1 mi
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Duncrun Fly Fishing Trout Lakes

Fishing & angling 1 mi
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Benone Strand

A wide, open beach great for a walk, a paddle, or a run
Beaches 2 mi
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Long Line Surf School

Beginner-friendly surf lessons on the Atlantic coast
Surfing & SUP 2 mi
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Long Line Surf School Castlerock

Surfing & SUP 2 mi
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Ulster Gliding Centre

Soar silently over the landscape in a two-seat glider
Air sports 2 mi
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Queen's Gliding Club

Air sports 2 mi
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Roe Estuary Walk

Coastal walks Free · 2 mi
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HotBox Sea Sauna — Benone

Spas & wellness 2 mi

Binevenagh Lake

Wild swimming Free · 3 mi
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Downhill Beach

Beaches Free · 4 mi
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Mussenden Temple & Downhill Demesne

A remarkable circular temple set within a sweeping historic estate
Castles & Estates 4 mi
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Crindle Stables

Horse riding and farm animals for a hands-on family visit
Animals & farms 4 mi
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Seaview Farms

Farm shops Free · 5 mi
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Castlerock Beach

Beaches Free · 5 mi
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Hezlett House

Castles & Estates 5 mi

Castlerock Garden Centre

Garden centres Free · 5 mi

Castlerock Golf Club

Golf courses 5 mi
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Carrowmena Activity Centre

Activity centres 5 mi

Corndale Farm

Farm shops 6 mi
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Drenagh Estate

Castles & Estates 6 mi
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Binevenagh Mountain Viewpoint

Stargazing & observatories Free · 7 mi
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Binevenagh GoT Throne Site

Film & TV Free · 7 mi

Limavady Garden Centre

Garden centres Free · 7 mi
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Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre

Theatres & galleries 7 mi
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Echo Echo Falconry

Animals & farms 7 mi
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Far and Wild Adventures

Adventure & trails 7 mi
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SUB6 Surf & SUP School

Surfing & SUP 7 mi

Kidz Ahoy

Soft play 7 mi
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Sauna and Sea

Spas & wellness 7 mi
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RSPB Lough Foyle

Wildlife watching Free · 7 mi
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Roe Valley Leisure Centre

Pools & leisure 7 mi

Portstewart Golf Club

Golf courses 7 mi
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Portstewart Strand

Beaches Free · 8 mi
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Roe Mill Play Park

Play parks Free · 8 mi

Portnahapple wild swim

Wild swimming Free · 8 mi
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Crescent Play Park

Play parks Free · 8 mi
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Limavady Motte

Ruins Free · 8 mi
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Roe Park Resort

Castles & Estates 8 mi
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Roe Park Resort Spa

Spas & wellness 8 mi

Roe Park Resort Golf

Golf courses 8 mi
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Portstewart Cliff Path & Strand

Coastal walks Free · 8 mi

The ruins of the original Agherton Church Of Ireland Church

Ruins Free · 8 mi

What's on near Magilligan

Days out in Magilligan — your questions

What are the best days out in Magilligan?

The highlights include Benone Strand for a classic beach day, Mussenden Temple & Downhill Demesne for heritage and open grounds, and Binevenagh Lake & Viewpoint for a rewarding walk with big views. Long Line Surf School offers lessons for active families, and Ulster Gliding Centre lets you soar over the landscape.

What free things are there to do in Magilligan?

Plenty. Magilligan Point & Martello Tower, Downhill Beach, and Binevenagh Lake & Viewpoint are all free to visit. The Roe Estuary Walk is a free coastal stroll, and Gortmore Viewpoint (Manannán Mac Lir) delivers panoramic views at no cost. Seaview Farms is also free to browse.

Where can you go on a rainy day near Magilligan?

Carrowmena Activity Centre is a good call for active families when the weather turns, and Kidz Ahoy is a soft play option for younger children. Hezlett House is a historic house worth exploring on a slower day. Always check opening times before you head out.

What's good for young children near Magilligan?

Young children tend to love Crindle Stables for meeting animals. Kidz Ahoy is a soft play venue for rainy days, while Roe Mill Play Park and Crescent Play Park are great for letting off steam outdoors. Echo Echo Falconry makes for a memorable outing for curious kids.

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