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Dark Hedges, Ireland

From series “Fabulous Nooks of the World with Striking Colorful Shades”
Year: 18 century.

Fans of walks along unusual fabulous places should go to the village of Armoy in Ireland. It is known to the whole world because of its surroundings. That’s a dark alley that resembles a frame from a horror movie. This natural tunnel of beech trees really looks very intimidating. An amazing story is associated with the alley. It was planted in the 18th century by the Stuart family that owned the land. A row of trees served as a natural entry into the territory of their estates. For more than 200 years, the old alley was greatly expanding. Now, trees are closely intertwined with each other. The place looks particularly impressive just after sunset.

Dark Hedges, Ireland It is noteworthy that not only the old alley, but the Stuart’s manor has survived. Today, the latter houses a prestigious golf center. Walking through a dark alley at a dusk is the test not for faint-hearted. Branches of the trees cast strange shadows inside the tunnel. While walking, you can’t help the feeling that someone is present nearby. Today, the amazing beech lane is one of the most visited and photographed sights of Northern Ireland, and many come to these places hoping to see a sign of the mysterious Grey Lady.

More than a hundred years ago, a young girl died under mysterious circumstances in one of the houses close to the alley. Locals claim that its restless soul settled among ancient beech trees and usually comes for a walk after sunset. The place where the Dark Hedges is located, was officially recognized by the scientists as an anomalous zone. Plenty of unexplained things are happening there. Next - Caddo Lake


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Dark Hedges - interactive map

Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'First Trust Bank Plc' located in 11 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Edwin May Volkswagen Coleraine' is located in 18 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Armoy Filling Station' in 3.65 km
Supermarket: 'Mace Armoy' in 3.56 km
Parking: 'Ballycastle Forest' in 10 km
Apotheek: 'Castle Pharmacy' in 10 km
Police station: 'Police Service Of Northern Ireland' in 9 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Gracehill House' in 0.42 km
Railway station: 'Ballymoney' in 11 km

Nearest airports:
 »  City of Derry Airport LDY - in 50 km
 »  Belfast International Airport BFS - in 53 km
 »  George Best City Airport BHD - in 66 km
 »  St Angelo Airport ENK - in 115 km
 »  Glasgow Prestwick Airport PIK - in 119 km
 Cities nearby

Best hotels near Dark Hedges

Gardenvale Manor House B&B

Located in 1 km from Dark Hedges
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Rooms: 4
The detached property features elements dating from the Georgian and Victorian eras and is located in 20 acres of its own grounds. All rooms have … More: photo, rates and booking
Mill House Studio Apartment

Located in 2 km from Dark Hedges
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Rooms: 1
Mill House Studio Apartment offers an open-plan living space with a flat-screen TV, and a fully equipped kitchenette that can seat up to 5 people. … More: photo, rates and booking
Burn Brig House

Located in 5 km from Dark Hedges
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Rooms: 4
With fresh and light decor, each room features a flat-screen TV and free tea and coffee. Some rooms include private bathrooms, while others have … More: photo, rates and booking
Country Garden House

Located in 7 km from Dark Hedges
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Rooms: 2
Each elegant room looks out over Glens of Antrim and features a flat-screen TV, DVD player with a DVD library and tea/coffee. Private bathrooms are … More: photo, rates and booking

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14 km - Giants Causeway Coast
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Glenveagh Castle
101 km - Glenveagh Castle
Glenveagh Castle is located in County Donegal within the National Park of the same name. It is one of the youngest castles in Ireland. Its construction took three years. It was fully completed in 1873. The castle is located in a very beautiful mountain area. …
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