Portstewart, Seaside resort town in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
Portstewart features a two-mile sandy beach along the Atlantic Ocean coast with designated zones for water sports and recreational activities.
John Cromie established the town in 1792, naming it after Lieutenant Stewart who obtained the land lease from the Earl of Antrim in 1734.
The Dominican College, established in 1834, continues to provide education while occupying a prominent position overlooking the Atlantic Ocean from its cliff location.
The National Trust maintains Portstewart Strand, allowing vehicles to park directly on the beach, accommodating approximately 180,000 visitors each year.
The beach contains protected dune systems within the Bann Estuary Area of Special Scientific Interest, supporting rare butterfly species and bee orchids.
Location: County Londonderry
Location: Derry
GPS coordinates: 55.18000,-6.71100
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:51
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