Bangor, Cathedral city in Gwynedd, Wales
Description
Bangor is a coastal town on Belfast Lough in eastern Northern Ireland, located roughly twelve miles from Belfast. The settlement developed along the waterfront and offers walking routes beside the sea, with several beaches nearby.
History
The settlement originated in the 6th century when a monastery was founded by Saint Comgall. The place grew significantly during the Plantation period and later developed into a seaside resort with rail connections in the 19th century.
Culture
The Pontio Arts and Innovation Centre presents theater performances, music concerts, and cinema screenings throughout the year in multiple performance spaces.
Practical
The central area sits close to the marina and piers, making it easy to reach shops and cafes on foot. On calm days the waterfront is a pleasant place to spend time, though windier weather calls for warmer clothing.
Did you know?
On clear days you can spot the Scottish coast from some waterfront viewpoints, lying across the wide sea inlet. The medieval Bangor Abbey stands in the town center and recalls the monastic origins of the settlement.
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Clandeboye Estate
3.9 km
Ulster Folk and Transport Museums
8.5 km
Bangor Abbey
864 m
Helen's Tower
4.7 km
Bangor Castle
706 m
Movilla Abbey
7.9 km
Ward Park
648 m
Ulster Folk Museum
8.5 km
Grey Point Fort
5 km
McKee Clock
45 m
Town Hall Conway Square Newtownards Co. Down
7.9 km
Crawfordsburn Viaduct
4 km
Newtownards Priory
8.1 km
Bangor Town Museum
746 m
Somme Museum
5.4 km
First Presbyterian Church 100 Main Street Bangor Co Down Bt20 4ag
249 m
Bangor Carnegie Library
444 m
Clandeboye House
3.9 km
Picture House
8.6 km
Station Platforms Helen's Bay Station Helen's Bay Bangor Co.down
4.7 km
Railway Bridge Helen's Bay Station Helen's Bay Bangor Co.down
4.8 km
St. Markís (c Of I) Parish Church Church Street Newtownards Co Down Bt23 4an
7.9 km
Railway Bridge Helen's Bay Railway Station Helen's Bay Bangor Co Down
4.8 km
Road Bridge Bridge Road Helen's Bay Bangor Co Down
4.8 km
3 Station Square Helen's Bay Bangor Co. Down
4.7 km
Town Hall Bangor Castle Castle Park Avenue Bangor Co Down Bt20 4bn
697 m
Bangor War Memorial Ward Park Bangor Co Down
476 m
The Station Station Square Helen's Bay Bangor Co Down Bt19 1tn
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