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Golfers at Radisson Limavady

The Borough of Limavady offers a wide variety of outdoor and indoor activities to both the visitor and local.

Golfing

The area is a golfer's paradise, from the excellent new course in Limavady itself to the 9-hole course set in the beautiful Benone. The spectacular Causeway Coast courses are only a short drive away.

Fishing

The River Roe is renowned for the quality of its superb salmon and sea trout fishing. Find idyllic spots along the river in the Roe Valley Country Park or any number of other parts of the district. There is even a disabled angler's jetty in the park. Permits and other information can be obtained from S.J. Mitchell, Central Car Park, Limavady. Benone beach is reputed to be one of the best bass shore fishing areas in Ireland.

Walking

Limavady's hills are a sheer delight to explore on foot, on horseback or by bike. From the beautiful forest tracks along the river to the stunning views from the tops of Benbradagh, Binevenagh, Eagle Hill and on into the Sperrins. The Ulster Way, that amazing walk around the most attractive parts of Northern Ireland, passes along the entire eastern side of the borough.

Roe Valley Leisure Centre

The Roe Valley Leisure Centre is a newly refurbished sporting complex in Limavady. Catering for all age groups, the centre boasts a wide range of indoor sporting facilities. The range includes swimming, football, badminton, bowling, squash, table tennis, aerobics and trampolining.
Other facilities include the Health Suite and the Fitness Suite.

For more details contact the Roe Valley Leisure Centre on : (028) 777 64009

Plus Much Much More!

There is a permanent Orienteering course through the Roe Valley Country Park and the North West Orienteering Club hold regular events throughout the borough and beyond.

The Magilligan area is acknowledged by the British Gliding Association as one of the best soaring areas in the British Isles. The Ulster Gliding Club offers training from the absolute beginner to advanced cross-country flying.

Limavady also caters for those interested in Bird Watching, swimming, running, tennis, bowls, squash; the list is endless.

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