Approximately midway between Dublin and Belfast, Carlingford is a village on the shores of Carlingford Lough. Overlooked by Slieve Foy and the Mourne mountains, Carlingford offers a very Irish experience to all visitors, rich in local history and folklore. Carlingford is just four miles from Omeath.
![]() King Johns Castle |
![]() The Thosel |
While here why not visit King Johns castle or the Thosel. For those wishing to stay longer, visit the accommodation page for listings of the prominent hotels, hostels, guest houses, B&Bs and pubs in the area, and visit Omeath Online the local site for Omeath, Co. Louth which is 4 miles from Carlingford.
Carlingford Craft & Food Fair
St Michaels Hall Carlingford, 1st Sunday of every month, from 12.00 pm – 6.00 pm. Come along and browse through the delicious food and handmade crafts at Carlingford’s Indoor Craft and Food Fair – FREE ADMISSION. Posted by Cooley Peninsula Tourist Office
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