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Warrenpoint, An Dún

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Warrenpoint

An Dún

44

Streets

5,899

Taifid Daonáirimh

1,376

Teaghlaigh

2

Bliana Daonáirimh

1901 Daonáireamh
Daoine
3,603
Teaghlaigh
797
1911 Daonáireamh
Daoine
2,296 -36.3%
Teaghlaigh
579 -27.4%

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Warrenpoint is a coastal town located in County Down in Northern Ireland, situated on the northern shore of Carlingford Lough. The town overlooks the lough, which forms part of the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, with the Cooley Peninsula visible across the water. The surrounding landscape is characterized by relatively low-lying terrain near the coast that rises toward the Mourne Mountains to the south and west. This geographic position has historically made Warrenpoint an important port and trading center, with the lough providing natural harbor facilities.

The town developed significantly during the nineteenth century as a major trading port, particularly for the export of agricultural products and minerals from the hinterland. The construction of a railway line connecting Warrenpoint to Newry in 1879 enhanced its commercial importance and helped establish it as an industrial and shipping center. The distinctive Victorian architecture visible in parts of the town reflects this period of prosperity and development. The deep-water port remains a notable feature of the settlement and has continued to serve commercial functions into the modern era.

Warrenpoint is perhaps most widely known in recent history due to the bombing that occurred there on August 27, 1979, in which eighteen British soldiers were killed. This tragic event was a significant moment during the conflict in Northern Ireland and remains an important part of the town's modern historical narrative. Beyond this dark chapter, the town has worked to develop as a community, with the waterfront and promenade serving as focal points for local life and recreation.

For the people of Warrenpoint and the surrounding area, the town functions as an important economic and social center for County Down. The port continues to be economically significant, and the town serves the local population with shops, schools, and services. The natural setting along Carlingford Lough has also made it an attraction for visitors and residents seeking recreational opportunities, and efforts to develop tourism and community amenities reflect the town's ongoing role in the region.

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Áit

An Dún

Dlínse

Tuaisceart Éireann

Bliana Daonáirimh

1901, 1911

Streets

44 streets taifeadta

Gníomhartha Tapa

Innéacs

Féach ar gach 32 áit na hÉireann

Brabhsáil de réir Suíomh

Druil síos ó áit go teaghlach

Cuardaigh Griffith's Valuation

Suirbhé maoine ó ré an Ghorta (1847-1864)

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Ceantar
Warrenpoint
Áit
An Dún
Gaeilge
An Dún
Dlínse
Tuaisceart Éireann

Taifid Daonáirimh

1901 1911 | Cuardaigh gach duine →

Streets

44
Albert Street Aughamoire Aughavilly Back Sea View Ballydesland Ballymaconaghy Ballyrussell Burren Carrickmackstay Charlotte Street Church Lane Church Street Church Street Lane Clonallen Clonallon Clonallon Glebe (part of) Clontafleece Corrogs Donaghaguy Dromore Duke Street East Street Great George's Street Marine Parade Meeting Street Caol Uisce Narrowater Narrowwater Newry Street North Quay Peter Street Peter's Street Post Office Street Queen Street Ringmacilroy Ringmackilroy Sea View Sea View Street South Quay Summerhill The Square Thomas Street Thomas Street Lane Warrenpoint