An Creagan Visitor Centre, near Omagh, County Tyrone

Details

Accessibility

Please contact the Centre to discuss your specific requirements.

Brief description

Visitor Centre with Accommodation options (see below), Restaurant, Conference Facilities (http://www.an-creagan.com/conferences.aspx ) and Exhibition area ("some of the artifacts that were uncovered from one of the many ancient archaeology sites close to An Creagán, dating back to the Ice Age [a Bronze Age Site, Neolithic Longhouse and Ballybriest Reconstructed Wedge Tomb (Please ask in main centre for access)], photo gallery; Tours and  Archaeological tours. Outdoor Exhibits Free Entry & Open Daily."

"An Creagán is a superb site with a range of facilities and activities for families, couples, individuals and groups. Located between the historic town of Omagh and the market town of Cookstown at the foothills of the majestic Sperrin Mountains."

"The Sperrins is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the largest and least discovered mountain range in Ireland spanning over 40 miles with the highest point at 2224ft. The Glenelly valley is one of the most spectacular valleys which runs through the Sperrins and is the longest uninterrupted valley in Ireland. The mountainous landscape of Creggan is dominated by bog, with dispersed settlements of small farms on gravel ridges and dotted with small lakes." 

Address

An Creagán

Creggan

Omagh

Co Tyrone

BT79 9AF

Email

info@ancreagan.com

Phone

028 8076 1112

Website

http://www.an-creagan.com/

Directions

"From Omagh take the A505 road for Cookstown, travel 21km and the large stone entrance to An Creagán Visitor Centre is on your left.

From Cookstown take the A505 road to Omagh, travel 21km to Creggan Crossroads (Vivo shop & filling station), travel 100 metres past filling station and take first exit on right to An Creagán Visitor Centre."

Opening Times

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

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Amenities

Community garden

Craft shop http://www.an-creagan.com/craftshop.aspx

restaurant http://www.an-creagan.com/restaurant.aspx

toilets

Accommodation options: "Get away from it all and revitalise at the four and three star self catering cottages which are located on the grounds of An Creagán. Two of the two bedroom cottages were recently upgraded to Four Star.  

There are eight to choose from with a choice of one, two or three bedrooms.  These cottages are designed in a traditional fashion still retaining a number of features similar to the old cottages of the area; There are two clachans (group of stone buildings).  Each cottage has a unique name representing traditional town lands of Creggan.

All cottages have been refurbished to the highest standard maintaining their traditional feel with a relaxed contemporary twist.  The cottages have also been fitted with solar panels and pellet or log burning stoves which not only create a comfortable warmth and atmosphere but are environmentally friendly.  Each cottage is centrally heated and equipped with TV and a telephone can be provided on request. There is a centralised laundry facility available on site. 

Enjoy the peace, quiet and tranquility that is so very unique about An Creagán and let us take you on a journey of discovery and eliven your senses.  The perfect getaway for families and couples where you are guaranteed to experience something special and create your own lasting memory!  

Please note: Pets are not allowed in the cottages but we can provide kennels outside the cottage."

Post office close by.