Newcastle is the popular seaside resort in County Down, Northern Ireland. Where the Mountains of Mourne sweep down to the sea.
The seaside resort lies on the Irish Sea coast at the foot of the Mourne Mountains. It's become famous for its long sandy beaches and the world renowned Royal County Down Golf Club.
Whether your an outdoor enthusiast looking for an action packed weekend or a large family looking for a relaxing holiday, Newcastle has it all.
Browse around and discover what Newcastle has to offer.
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Here at Newcastle theres always something happening. To view the full list of events for May, check out the events page.
Newcastle has a wide range of places to stay. If you'd like to find out more why not visit our accommodation page.
In Newcastle you can never be short of something to do. Even if it is a gentle walk or serious climb which you are after, the Mourne Mountains are ideal. The almost endless combination of walks include some which will take you to the highest point in Northern Ireland - the Slieve Donard mountain.
From there you can see most of the southwest coast of Scotland, Cumbria and the Isle of Man. At night you can even see the lights of Dublin some 70 miles away. As well as spectacular views, you'll find breathtaking scenery which can be sampled all around the area. Take a look at our gallery section and discover the natural beauty for yourself.
Getting to Newcastle is easy with up to 5 bus services a day from Belfast and 6 services on the return journey, making a trip from the city to Newcastle an ideal way to spend a fine summer's day. If you have any stories, reccomendations, or advice you can share them with us all by signing our guestbook.