Coleraine

Town ·🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Population 24,483

Area 28 km²

Time zone Europe/London

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Coleraine Essentials

Coleraine is defined by its deep historical roots and position on the River Bann. This list features Mountsandel, the site of Ireland's earliest known Mesolithic settlement, alongside the Coleraine Museum’s archaeological collections. The town’s commercial heritage is represented by Moores, a landmark independent department store, and the traditional indoor market. Anderson Park provides centrally located green space, completing a circuit of the town’s essential historical and cultural landmarks.

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Churches of Coleraine

Coleraine’s spiritual landscape is defined by its deep-rooted Presbyterian history and a mix of traditional and contemporary architecture. The town features the historic First Coleraine Presbyterian, dating back to the 17th-century plantation era, alongside the 19th-century St. Malachy’s Catholic Church. Modern additions include the expansive Causeway Coast Vineyard and the Ballysally Presbyterian Church. These sites offer a glimpse into the town's religious evolution, from the classical stone structures of the town center to the repurposed industrial spaces of modern congregations.

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Map of Coleraine

Practical information

Currency: British Pound GBP £ · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers: 999 Police · Ambulance · Fire brigade
Electricity: Type G
230 V · 50 Hz

Languages: English
Tap water: Safe to drink
Driving side: Left
Calling code: +44

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