Welcome to Castlerock

Castlerock is a small suburban town located in the Greater London area. It is situated in the borough of Bexley and is known for its peaceful and quiet atmosphere. The town is surrounded by greenery and parks, making it an ideal place for families and nature lovers. Castlerock is also home to a number of schools, shops, and restaurants, making it a convenient place to live.

One of the main attractions in Castlerock is the Lesnes Abbey Woods. This ancient woodland is home to a variety of wildlife and is a popular spot for hiking and picnicking. The woods are also home to the ruins of Lesnes Abbey, a 12th-century monastery that was destroyed during the dissolution of the monasteries in the 16th century. The ruins are a popular spot for history enthusiasts and provide a glimpse into the town's rich past.

Castlerock is also home to a number of community events and festivals throughout the year. The town's annual summer fair is a popular event, featuring live music, food stalls, and carnival rides. The town also hosts a Christmas market and a fireworks display on Bonfire Night. These events bring the community together and provide a sense of unity and belonging. Overall, Castlerock is a charming and welcoming town that offers a peaceful and convenient lifestyle for its residents.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 12°C

Feels Like: 11°C

Wind: 6.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSE

Local Schools

School	Details

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Castlerock BT51 4RE 0.98 Miles

University (Northern Ireland) BT52 2NF 5.74 Miles

Bellarena BT49 0JZ 6.13 Miles

Coleraine BT52 1PQ 6.18 Miles

Dhu Varren BT56 8ED 6.56 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Radio Cabs 028 7035 5055 2 Rathbeg Avenue, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT51 3JL 5.13 Miles
Street Cabs 028 7035 3501 3 Kings Rd, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT51 3LN 5.35 Miles
Shoreline Cabs 028 7032 1084 Ashbourne Park, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT51 3RE 5.55 Miles
S B Taxis 028 7035 6560 Ashbourne Park, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT51 3RE 5.55 Miles
Sureline Taxis 028 7083 6836 Ashbourne Park, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT51 3RE 5.55 Miles
Shoreline Cabs 028 7032 1084 29 Ashbourne Park, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT51 3RE 5.55 Miles
Jewel Cabs 028 7035 1619 Orchardville, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT51 3EJ 5.69 Miles
Fifers Cabs 028 7034 3033 Railway Road, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT52 1PQ 6.19 Miles
Town Cabs 028 7032 7033 3 Railway Place, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT52 1PQ 6.19 Miles
T V Taxis 028 7034 4155 James Street, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT52 2DN 6.23 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Portstewart Post Office Bt55 7Ag Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Hillcrest Box Bt56 6Hn Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Harpurs Hill Post Office Bt52 2Eh Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Asda 1 Ringway Coleraine Bt52 1Qp Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:15:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Harbour Road Bt56 8Df Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Portrush Post Office Bt56 8Dx Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
2 Causeway View Lane Bt56 8Au Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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27-29 Main Street Bt56 8Bl Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
53A Causeway Street Bt56 8Ad Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mountsandel Post Office Bt52 1Wt Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Magheraboy Road Bt56 8Nu Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
61 Priestland Road Bt57 8Up Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ballybogey Post Office Bt53 6Pd Collection Today available until:15:15 Weekday Last Collection:15:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details

Local Stores

Bushmills
37 Lower Main Street
Bushmills
Antrim
BT57 8QA
02820 731674
shop.4736@coop.co.uk
Store Website
11.74 miles

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SPAR Port Ellen
19
Charlotte Street
Port Ellen
PA42 7DF
01496 302264
Store Website
40.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Millburn Veterinary Practice
135 Millburn Road Coleraine Co Londonderry BT52 1QY 028 7034 4842 millburnvet@hotmail.co.uk 5.96 miles
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Knockanboy Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Unit 5 12 Spittal Hill Bushmills Road Coleraine Co Londonderry BT52 2BY 028 7032 0644 knockanboy.vets@zen.co.uk 6.31 miles

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Coleraine Veterinary Practice
12 Ballyrshane Road Coleraine Co Londonderry BT52 2NL 028 7034 3425 info@colerainevets.co.uk Website 7.16 miles
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Roe Valley Vet Clinic
70 Main Street Limavady Co Londonderry BT49 0ET 028 7776 2528 Website 9.39 miles

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All Creatures Vets
14 Anderson Avenue Edenmore Road Bovally Limavady Co Londonderry BT49 0TF 028 777 69777 info@AllCreaturesVets.co.uk Website 9.48 miles
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Causeway Veterinary Clinic
130A Main Street Bushmills Co Antrim BT57 8QD 028207 32769 surgery@wpmccullough.co.uk 11.74 miles
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Local Dog Walks

The Ness Woods
Fantastic Woodland And Riverside Walk Around A 6 Km Looped Trail, With Plenty Of Spots For The Dogs To Swim. Excellent Walk In All Weather And In All Seasons. You Are Sure To Meet Other Dogs And Their Owners And Young Children, So A Lead Is Essential. There Is A Small Visitor Centre With Toilet Facilities. 4 Ervey Rd The Cross Londonderry BT47 3ET 21.90 miles

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Gortin Glen Forest Park
This Is A Perfect All Rounder Walk That's Suitable For Everyone. Multiple Routes Are Available For All Abilities, From Short Flat Routes To Long Steep Ones. All Routes Are Gravel Paths Or Forest Roads, Most Suitable For Wheelchairs/Buggies. It Is Also I Great One For The Kids Too As Has A Sika Deer Enclosure, Duck Pond And Beautiful Carved Wooden Play Area. Pay And Display Parking Is £4 For Cars But You Could Spend All Day Here! There Are No Cafe Facilities But Plenty Of Picnic Tables To Bring Your Own And Toilet Facilities With Disabled/Baby Change Are Located By The Car Park. A River Runs Through The Forest For Doggies That Like To Paddle Too!!! 6-2 Mill Cottages Omagh BT79 7SU 37.90 miles

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Cavehill Country Park
Beautiful View Of Belfast From Belfast Castle At The Top Of The Avenue. An Even Better View After Even A Short Climb Up The Hill. Several Different Walks For Different Abilities. Gentle Short Walk Around Castle And It's Garden Where Dogs Must Be Kept On A Lead. Longer Uphill And Downhill Walk Around The Park In Front Of The Castle Where There Are Plenty Of Squirrels To Entertain Your Dog!! For A More Serious Walk For Your Mutt You Can Take A Route Up Cavehill, Big Forest Walk With Steep Climbs But Well Worth It For The View. Lunch And Dinner Can Be Had Inside Belfast Castle Also. 17 Ben Madigan Park S Newtownabbey BT36 7PX 49.50 miles

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Weather Forecast

Wednesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Cloudy	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Clear
Temp	20.2°C	19.1°C	17°C	16°C	19.2°C	23°C	28.4°C	29.4°C	29.1°C	27.1°C	24.8°C	23.2°C
Feels Like	20.2°C	19.1°C	17°C	16°C	19.2°C	24.6°C	30.3°C	30.7°C	30.1°C	28.1°C	26.2°C	25.2°C

Thursday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	21.7°C	20.3°C	19.1°C	18.1°C	20.5°C	26.4°C	30.1°C	31.4°C	31.1°C	28.4°C	25.8°C	25°C
Feels Like	21.7°C	20.3°C	19.1°C	18.1°C	20.5°C	27.7°C	31.8°C	33.2°C	32.8°C	29.7°C	27.2°C	26.1°C

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	Overcast	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Mist	Overcast	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear
Temp	24.2°C	23°C	21.9°C	21.1°C	21.9°C	24.5°C	28.5°C	31°C	30.9°C	28.6°C	24.9°C	23.7°C
Feels Like	25.7°C	25°C	21.9°C	21.1°C	21.9°C	27°C	32.2°C	33.8°C	32.4°C	29.3°C	26.5°C	25.5°C

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