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Townlands
3,063
Registros censales
663
Hogares
2
Años del censo
- Personas
- 1,393
- Hogares
- 301
- Personas
- 1,670 +19.9%
- Hogares
- 362 +20.3%
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Greencastle is a small village and district located in County Down in Northern Ireland, situated in the northeastern part of the island. The village sits on the Inishowen Peninsula, positioned at the mouth of Lough Foyle, which provides striking coastal scenery and maritime character. The landscape is typical of the Inishowen area, characterized by rolling terrain, rural farmland, and proximity to both lough and sea. The geographic location places Greencastle close to the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, making it a significant point along the Cross-Border region.
The area has historical roots extending back centuries, with the settlement developing around its strategic position on the water. The most distinctive historical landmark is Greencastle Fort (also known as Northburgh Castle), a fortification that dates to the medieval period and overlooks the lough. This castle served defensive and administrative purposes historically and remains an important archaeological site. The fort's presence indicates the area's former military and strategic importance in controlling access to Lough Foyle and the surrounding region.
Today, Greencastle maintains its character as a working fishing village, with the local fishing industry remaining central to community life and the local economy. The village is known for its fishing heritage and continues to be home to fishing boats and related activities. The port and harbor facilities support both commercial fishing and some tourism activity. The village serves the surrounding rural communities and provides essential services to residents across the district.
Greencastle holds significance for local communities as a cultural and economic hub of the Inishowen Peninsula. The combination of its maritime heritage, historical monuments, and ongoing fishing tradition gives the area distinct identity within County Down. For residents and visitors alike, Greencastle represents an important connection to the region's past and present, embodying the character of rural coastal Northern Ireland.
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Jurisdicción
Irlanda del Norte
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Años del censo
1901, 1911
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Townlands
26 townlands registradas
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- Greencastle
- Condado
- Down
- Irlandés
- An Dún
- Jurisdicción
- Irlanda del Norte
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