Cookstown: Attractions and more...
The Tullyhogue Fort is an ancient ruin surrounded by lush trees. This fort dates back to the Iron Age and has been the site of various ceremonies. From the top, visitors get a spectacular view of all the six counties surrounding the region. Also, the earthworks are an example of the interesting history.
Featuring an enclosed butterfly garden, a shrub garden, nature trails and serene lakes is the Drum Manor Forest Park. This extensive woodland also houses local wildlife and is a treat to the eyes.
The Beaghmore Stone Circles are a group of six stone circles believed to have been used for astronomical observation and calculation. The visual beauty is reason enough for visitors to take a trip here.
Offering pleasant walking trails along the Ballindery River, the Wellbrook Beetling Mill is a water-powered linen mill from the eighteenth century.
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