12
Townlands
2,947
Registres de recensement
599
Foyers
2
Années de recensement
- Personnes
- 1,580
- Foyers
- 314
- Personnes
- 1,367 -13.5%
- Foyers
- 285 -9.2%
À propos
Greencastle is a small village and townland situated in County Donegal in the northwest of Ireland, located on the Inishowen Peninsula. The village sits on the shore of Lough Foyle, which separates Donegal from County Londonderry in Northern Ireland. The landscape is characterized by coastal and peninsular terrain, with views across the lough and access to both maritime and inland countryside typical of the Inishowen region. The setting provides the village with a strategic position along the lough and connects it to the broader geography of this distinctive Irish peninsula.
The area has a notable military history, particularly from the medieval period onward. Greencastle was home to a Norman castle, originally established in the 13th century, which served as an important fortification in the region. The castle's ruins remain a visible reminder of the area's historical significance and the period of Norman influence in Ulster. Beyond the castle, the village's development has been shaped by its position as a coastal settlement, with maritime activities forming part of its historical and economic identity.
Today, Greencastle functions as a working fishing village, and this maritime character remains central to its identity and local economy. The village is known for its fishing fleet and seafood industry, which sustains both employment and cultural traditions rooted in generations of engagement with Lough Foyle. The harbor and waterfront continue to be focal points for the community, reflecting the enduring importance of the sea to the village's way of life.
For the local community, Greencastle represents continuity with both historical and contemporary maritime traditions. The village maintains its character as a small, close-knit settlement where fishing heritage and coastal living remain significant aspects of daily life and community identity. Its position on the lough and its historical landmarks make it a place of cultural importance within the Inishowen Peninsula and County Donegal more broadly.
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République d'Irlande
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Années de recensement
1901, 1911
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12 townlands enregistrées
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