Lisburn

Lisburn is a town in Northern Ireland positioned on the River Lagan that serves as a regional centre for the surrounding countryside. The town structure spreads along the river bank with residential quarters extending onto the adjacent hillsides.

The settlement grew in the 17th century following the arrival of Flemish weavers who brought new manufacturing methods. By the 18th century the town had developed into a major production site for textiles with factories lining the river.

The town centre preserves the layout of its traditional market square design with streets grouped around the former trading area. Today these areas fill with modern shops and cafés while the original structure still shapes pedestrian movement.

Buses connect the centre with surrounding towns and run at regular intervals throughout the day. A walk through the main area takes around half an hour and covers most areas of interest.

The river once ran through several mill wheels that powered the textile industry and remnants of the old canal systems remain visible at some riverside spots. These waterways formerly diverted the river to supply individual workshops.

Location: Lisburn and Castlereagh

Elevation above the sea: 3 m

Website: http://lisburncity.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 54.51129,-6.04667

Latest update: December 13, 2025 16:04