Users of this web site have provided the following information:
Ramble Inn, 236 Lisnevenagh Road, Antrim BT41 2JT
Free P sign up; facilities: restaurant; Tel: 028 94428888. (Thanks to LC for this information, received on 6 April 2008).
On 6th September 2006 Ards Borough Council provided the following information:
Councils in Northern Ireland are not normally tasked with providing car parks. This is a function of central government provided through the Department of Environment. However, the Council has a number of car parks throughout the Borough and the control of these car parks is regulated by byelaws. The Council is currently constituting these and confirmation is to be sought in the next two months. The bye-laws state that the driver of a vehicle shall not permit it to wait in a parking place for longer than twelve consecutive hours.
The council supplied a schedule of the car parks which can be downloaded in Adobe Acrobat Reader (.pdf) form from here.
The council also provided a copy of the draft bye-laws which can be downloaded in Adobe Acrobat Reader (.pdf) form from here. But please note that these are draft and subject to change.
Users of this web site have provided the following information:
Daft Eddys, Sketrick Island, Strangford Lough, Co Down
Upmarket restaurant for something special; no of vehicles: 2/3; free P sign up; site: sloping, ramps needed; no of hours allowed: 48; Tel: 028 97541615. See Here for further information. (Thanks to LC for this information, received on 6 April 2008).
Quays Bar, 81 New Harbour Road, Portavogie
No free P sign up; facilities: restaurant, bar, music alternate Saturdays, no food on Tuesdays; Site: hard standing, part sloping; No of hours allowed: 48; Tel: 028 42772225. (Thanks to LC for this information, received on 6 April 2008).
On 19th September 2006 Ballymena Council provided the following information:
1. Height Restrictions. There are height restriction barriers at the entrance to Newferry and ecos car parks. Both barriers are 2m and are unlockable. There is also a height restriction barrier to the Slemish Drive entrance to the Showgrounds, but there are alternative entrances with no barriers.
2. Requirements for parking within bay confines. Ballymena Borough council do not operate any pay car-parks.
3. Toilet and waste disposal facilities. There are public facilities at Slemish, Arthur Cottage, Newferry (limited), People’s Park, Showgrounds and Seven Towers Leisure Centre. There are waste disposal facilities at Houston’s Mill, Broughshane.
4. Overnight parking. There is no overnight parking at the following locations, as the areas are locked each night: Portglenone Marina; Arthur Cottage; Slemish Tourism Facility; Newferry Tourism Facility.
5. Restricted access. There is narrow access to Slemish and Arthur Cottage.
Users of this web site have provided the following information:
Houstons Mill, Broughshane, Co Antrim
Free P sign up; no of vehicles: 6; site: hard standing, level; facilities: sanitation; no of hours allowed: 48. See Here for further information. (Thanks to LC for this information, received on 6 April 2008).
Users of this web site have provided the following information:
Anglers' Rest, 139 The Vow Road, Ballymoney, Co Antrim
Free P sign up; Number of vehicles 12; Site: level pitches; facilities: restaurant seats 120, quiet; no of hours allowed: 48; Tel: 028 29540280. (Thanks to LC for this information, received on 6 April 2008).
On 29th August 2006 Banbridge District Council provided the following information:
Banbridge District Council operates a number of roadside viewpoint/picnic areas in scenic areas of the District (Windy Gap, Dree Hill, Lighthouse Road, Katesbridge, A1 Trunk Road (2 Sites)).
1. Height Restrictions. There are no height restrictions or height barriers in place at any Council operated parking sites nor as far as I am aware at any Roads Service car parks or laybys' in the Banbridge District.
2. Parking within bay confines. No restrictions in place as far as we are aware.
3. Toilet and Waste Disposal. Banbridge District Council operates a Touring Caravan and Campsite at its Tourist Information Centre (located adjacent to the Main A1 Dual Carrigeway - 16 sites) and welcome motorhomes. The site has full services including a 'Sluice Room' for waste disposal.
4. Overnight Parking. No restrictions on overnight parking apply to Council Operated sites. In TIC Campsite a 5 x consecutive night rule would apply.
5. Restricted access. There are no difficulties with restricted access to any parking site operated by the Council.
An information request to Carrickfergus Council on 20th August 2006 resulted in the following response the very next day - "Council has no height restrictions on any of its car parks. Only one car park is laid out in bays (Harbour). Council, at present, does not charge for parking in its car parks. Council has no waste facilities at its car parks. Toilets are limited to public facilities. Council has no areas specifically set aside for motor homes or caravans. There is no ban, at present, on overnight parking. Access width at council car parks is as normal single carriageway roads."
Users of this web site have provided the following information:
Local members of the Motor Caravanners Club (MCC) approached Carrickfergus Borough Council and, as a result, the Council have installed a motorhome service unit at the Harbour car park and another at Whitehead car park (approx 4 miles in the direction of Larne). Both carparks have easy access and no overnight restictions. (Thanks to RH for this information, received on 18 December 2007).
Coleraine Borough Council provided the following information on 13th September 2006:
Primary car parking in Northern Ireland is carried out by the DRD Roads Service.
The Council operates the following parking facilities: White Rocks, Portrush; East Strand, Portrush; West Bay, Portrush; Ballyreagh Golf Club, Isle Road, Portrush; 4no. on seaward side of Ballyreagh Road, Portrush; Harbour Hill, Portstewart; Main Street, Castlerock (Tunnel Brae); Juniper Hill Caravan Site; Carrick Dhu Caravan Site.
1. Height restrictions. All of the above have a height restriction of 2.2m.
2. Requirements for parking within bay confines (including any requirement for purchasing two parking tickets where the length of a
vehicle means that it overhangs a second bay at its rear). Not applicable at any of the above.
3. Any provision of toilet and waste disposal facilities. Only available at Caravan Sites.
4. Any provision of spaces specifically aimed at motorhomes and/or caravans. Only available at Caravan Sites.
5. Any provision for (or ban on) overnight parking. Overnight parking is not permitted at any of the above sites apart from the caravan parks.
6. Restricted access caused by narrow roads/entrances. Not applicable at any of the above sites.
Users of this web site have provided the following information:
Brown Trout Gold & Country Inn, Aghadowey, Coleraine
Free P sign up; no of vehicles: 6; site: hard standing; no of hours allowed: 48; tel: 028 70868209. See Here for further information. (Thanks to LC for this information, received on 6 April 2008).
On 25th August 2006 Cookstown Council provided the following information:
Details of parking areas which are accessible to drivers of motor homes are listed below under council ownership. Throughout our district there are numerous parking areas, however only a few of these fall under our responsibility.
Ballyronan Marina, Ballyronan – This area is a popular attraction to tourists and locals alike because of its location – on the coast of Lough Neagh. Within this park there are various spaces which can be used by persons in motor homes, however there is a charge for overnight stays. The entrance to this park is controlled by a height restriction, which is controlled by the park attendant during normal working hours, 7 days a week. Toilets and washing facilities are also offered to guests at this facility and public toilets are offered within the park for visitors using the area for picnics etc. The access into and out of this site is excellent and should cause no problems for drivers of long wheel based vehicles.
Fairhill Bowling Pavilion, Cookstown – Within this area visitors can use tennis courts, a bowling green, football pitches and a childrens play area. The car park has no height restrictions and the entrance is accessible to the majority of vehicles on the road today. Unfortunately there is no provision made for parking large vehicles and if it were required, the user would have to park over two or more spaces. Parking here is free to those making use of the facilities. There are public toilets but no waste disposal area and overnight parking is not permitted.
Manor Park, Moneymore – Situated on the outskirts of Moneymore village this area offers a country walk around a council maintained park. There is a height restriction at the entrance and overnight parking is prohibited. Access to and from this park is very narrow and would prove difficult for a motor home even if circumstances permitted. No public toilets or waste disposal areas are offered here and no provision has been made for drivers of large vehicles such as motor homes.
Cookstown Leisure Centre, Cookstown – No height restrictions at this site make it an attractive facility for visitors and leisure seekers alike. Access to this site is excellent and large parking space is offered to users of large vehicles during the use of the facilities. Overnight stays are prohibited as the parking area is locked between the hours of 10.30pm and 8am Monday to Friday, 9am – 6pm Saturday and 12pm – 6.30pm Sunday. Public toilets are offered within the centre however no waste disposal service is offered. Parking is free here also.
Mid-Ulster Sports Arena, Cookstown – One of our newest facilities within the council is an outdoor and indoor sports facility offering football pitches, running track, synthetic pitches, weights rooms and training fields. No height restrictions apply here and access is very good. A large car park makes it possible to accommodate users of all kinds of vehicles. As before, opening hours of this facility determine times when the car park is accessible, therefore overnight stays are not permitted. Toilets are available within the centre however no waste facility is offered to motor home users. Parking is free for all users and there is no restriction to parking times, between opening hours.
Lough Fea, Lissan – Situated at one of the highest points in our district, Lough Fea provides the towns main water supply and could prove problematic for motor home users as roads are narrow and winding. Public toilets are offered and a walk around the lough proves popular with locals seeking a relaxing break from everyday life. There is no provision for large vehicles and no height restriction. Parking is free, however this is not a site recommended for motor homes or other larger vehicles.
I hope this brief report is of use to you in compiling your research and you visit Cookstown to use our facilities in the near future!
Users of this web site have provided the following information:
Decks Bar & Restaurant, 1 Campsie Business Park, Eglinton, Co Londonderry BT47 3XX
Free P sign up; Facilities: restaurant; Tel: 028 71860912. (Thanks to LC for this information, received on 6 April 2008).
Users of this web site have provided the following information:
Ringdufferin Country Club, Ring Dufferin Road, Toye, Killyleagh, Co Down
Free P sign up; facilities: bar & restaurant; Ringdufferin is 2 miles north of Killyleagh on the shores of Strangford Lough, amongst the drumlins in an area of outstanding natural beauty and with beautiful panoramic views from a number of points; Tel 028 44828812. (Thanks to LC for this information, received on 6 April 2008).
Users of this web site have provided the following information:
Ballinamallard United Football Club, Ballinamallard, Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh
Free P sign up; site: small stones (chips), level. (Thanks to LC for this information, received on 6 April 2008).
Users of this web site have provided the following information:
Ballywarren Country House, Cross, near Cong, Co Mayo
Free P sign up; No of vehicles: 3; facilities: level, field useable if dry; site: hard standing; entrance 10' wide for vans up to 22' long; no of hours allowed: 24 (longer on field); Tel: 00353 949546989 (phone ahead). See Here for further information. (Thanks to LC for this information, received on 6 April 2008).
On 25th August 2006 Newtownabbey Council provided the following information:
1. Height restrictions. None.
2. Requirements for parking within bay confines (including any requirement for purchasing two parking tickets where the length of a vehicle means that it overhangs a second bay at its rear). No specific requirements & no charges in council car parks.
3. Any provision of toilet and waste disposal facilities. Public Toilets at Jordanstown Loughshore Park and Hazelbank Park. No waste disposal facilities at present, though some have been proposed for Jordanstown.
4. Any provision of spaces specifically aimed at motorhomes and/or caravans.
Jordanstown Loughshore Park Caravan Park, Shore Road, Jordanstown, Newtownabbey. Summer (May to September) - bookings can be made on weekdays (between 9am to 4.30pm) by ringing 028 9034 0058 - after 4.30pm bookings may be made until dusk by phoning 07775 687 356. Winter (October to April) - bookings can be made on weekdays until 2pm by ringing 028 9034 0058. Booking times - 24 hours notice is normally required for bookings. There are no height or length restrictions at the park. There are toilet and waste disposal facilities. Fees: £8.50 per night (max stay 2 nights). Pre booking essential to gain access during off-peak months (Oct - Mar). Website provides further information.
5. Any provision for (or ban on) overnight parking. No specific provision except as above, but also no ban.
6. Restricted access caused by narrow roads/entrances. None.
Users of this web site have provided the following information:
Ringfort Inn, Darney, Bruckless, Co Donegal, Republic of Ireland
Free P sign up; Hard standing; Facilities: full facilities in hotel; lies off the N56 near Dunkineely, east of Killybegs, venue signposted to north approximately 7 miles east of Killybegs. (Thanks to LC for this information, received on 6 April 2008).
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