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Belfast Castle
Newest Review: ... Cave Hill, ranging from easy strolls to strenuous climbs. The immediate area of Belfast Castle has several paths, one of which emerges from the trees just below the caves. From there it is possible to reach the caves area and by turning left it is possible to scramble up to MacArt's Fort, and the Napoleans nose, so called becuse it is said that if you look at the cavehill sideways it looks ... more  ... like napolean. For me its more about which angle you look at it from!
There is also a play ground for children open from 9am to 6pm each day.
The playground caters for the 3 -14 year olds and there is an admission charge. The extensive range of equipmen...more |
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Belfast Castle: Belfasts beautiful castle (341 words)
by gummblefish - written on 31.08.05 (Useful, 172 readings)
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The first 'Belfast Castle' was built by the Normans in the late 12th century. On the same site a stone and timber castle was erected in 1611. This Castle was burned down in 1708, The second castle was completed in 1870 and stands about 400 ft above sea level Belfast castle has become a popular place for wedding receptions and private parties as well as welcoming a great deal of tourists and locals alike to its surrounding areas, gardens and country park. Conference facilities are also available and can be arranged The cellar restuarant is open for buisness from lunchtime onwards and has a wide range of foods available including vegetarian cuisine. There ...
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