Lough Neagh

A long time ago the lands of Ireland were a place of great wonder with many houses, fine castles and towers. Deep within one of these kingdoms lived a magical spring of bright, fresh water. The people of this kingdom turned to greed and began to rob and cheat their neighbours. At first the spring watched and did nothing, but then it rose up in outrage and drowned all of the kingdom, and everyone perished in the flood. But still on certain days it is said that the towers of this lost land can be seen shimmering far beneath the waves of what became known as Lough Neagh. Covering 383 square kilometres, Lough Neagh is the largest lake in the British Isles and boasts many historical roots. It is one of the earliest known inland sites of prehistoric man in Ireland. The area around Lough Neagh constitutes one of the most important bird habitats in Western Europe. A haven for wildlife and home to a wealth of flora and fauna, Lough Neagh provides a unique and valuable natural resource, offering a very productive system which supports thousands of wildfowl and a large scale eel fishing industry. For further information please contact Antrim Borough Council, Leisure and Tourism Department on Tel: 01849 463113 Fax: 01849 428059