Toome Canal - Toomebridge, County Antrim, Northern Ireland
Toomebridge - and Toome Canal are in County Antrim, it was also a filming location for Game of Thrones. The canal leads off into Lough Neagh - which is the largest freshwater lake in Northern Ireland - it is also the largest lake by area in the British Isles with a surface area of 151 square miles. Due to this - it supplies 40% of Northern Ireland's water supply!
Lough Neagh is not just an attraction when it comes to the different places that one should visit in Northern Ireland, but it is also one of Game of Thrones shooting locations which are found in Northern Ireland that made the idea of travelling to Northern Ireland more common among GOT fans (
It is important to pay much attention to Lough Neagh because it is not just the largest freshwater lake in Northern Ireland and the largest lake by area in the British Isles, but it even carries a rank when it comes to the European Union since it is the 15th largest freshwater lake within the EU and is even ranked 31st in the list of largest lakes in Europe.
Lough Neagh is 20 miles away from Belfast which is not a huge distance for people to cross if they are coming to Belfast but will be thinking about heading to Lough Neagh. This lake is 20 miles long and 9 miles wide; it is very shallow around the margins and the average depth in the main body of the lake is about 30 feet.
The interesting thing to know about Lough Neagh is the fact that it actually shares shores with five of the six counties which are found in Northern Ireland, which are Antrim, Down, Armagh, Tyrone, and Londonderry; Fermanagh is the only county that does not share any shores with the lake.
In addition to ranking as the largest freshwater lake and appearing in Game of Thrones movie series, it is important to mention that from the things which are making this lake famous are the different uses which it helps with, such as being a water supply, a navigation point for boats, a place for bird watching especially for those who have an admiration for such a thing, and most importantly being one major industry for fishing for centuries.
Toome Canal in which Game of Thrones was filmed is definitely a good choice to go for when it comes to Lough Neagh because it could provide the person with a panoramic view over the lake and that is exactly how one will get the chance to enjoy the beauty of this place and receive some calmness of mind if that was the main reason behind visiting this place.
The view of the lake is always different, one gets to forget everything happening around and enjoy the calmness of the place and love what nature has to offer. In addition to Lough Neagh in Northern Ireland, there are actually different other lakes which could also be visited and checked for the views they have.
From the lakes which we visited before in Northern Ireland, there is Lough Carra in county Mayo, which is between Ballinrobe, Ballintubber, and Claremorris ( Lough Erne is another important option because it is the second biggest lake system in Northern Ireland and it is located in county Fermanagh ( In addition to these two different ones mentioned, there is also Lough Muckno that is located in county Monaghan in Ireland and which could also be another option for people to discover (
One of the best things about Ireland is the fact that it is the friend of nature; there are different parks, lakes, and places where green areas and water are taking over, giving visitors the chance to enjoy some time away from all the hassle of the city and at the same time give their kids the chance to play around and take their pets for a walk.
Toome Canal is a destination for those who are touring the country for the locations that are related to Game of Thrones movie and it is also a place for those who are trying to discover all the famous important destinations that one should head for when it comes to Northern Ireland - if you happen to be visiting the country but at the same time you are a fan of Game of Thrones then you have succeeded at choosing the best and the most right destination for yourself.
Have you ever been to Toome Canal and enjoyed Lough Neagh before? Then it is now the right time to head and check it. If you have already visited this place before then share your experience with us and tell us about the things you loved the most and those which you might recommend some solutions to solve.
Are you interested to know more facts about Lough Neagh in Northern ireland? Or the River Toome? Or more about Northern Ireland's Loughs - just let us now in the comments below. Hope you enjoy your visit around Antrim and Northern Ireland :-)
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frozen canal in toome bridge
toome bridge canal fully frozen by last months exteame weather.lake also partially frozen making it difficult for the swans to survive.
Frozen canal walk
Wobbling my way over the canal bridge in the snow, filming as I go. This short film finishes with a view of my favourite local spot.
Europe in Three Minutes or Less # 8 - STICK VS. FROZEN CANAL
Place your bets! Who will win a battle royale between a frozen canal and a stick?
sea fishing at portballintrea
sea fishing at portballintrea northern ireland
Frozen Canal Walk
Taking Fraggle for a walk by the canal next door which is almost completely frozen over (apart from one small stretch where the ducks and swans are hemmed in)
Moneypenny's Lock Portadown
Moneypenney's is 4km from Portadown town centre via the Ulster Way footpath. Here you will find a lockhouse, bothy and stables along the Newry Canal.
The Newry Canal was the first major inland canal in the British Isles. It opened for traffic in March 1742. Eighteen miles in length, it extended through a series of locks from Newry to Whitecote Point, 2km south of Portadown. The last lock before the canal joins the River Bann is known as Moneypenny's Lock.
The Moneypenny's were lock keepers for 85 years and operated the lock gates. They also took note of the barges, which passed through the lock carrying a great variety of cargoes including linen cloth, farm produce, coal, grain and flax seed. However, with the growth of the railway network, the use of the Newry Canal began to decline and the last known commercial journey through lock was in 1936.
Miri skating on the frozen canal at Bowness Park
Miri's first time skating outdoors. December 31, 2012
The Newry Canal - from Lough Neagh to Carlingford Lough
An aerial study of the Newry Canal, filmed between April and June in 2016.
The Newry Canal was built to link the Tyrone coalfields (via Lough Neagh and the River Bann) to the Irish Sea at Carlingford Lough near Newry. It was the first summit level canal to be built in Ireland or Great Britain. It was authorised by the Commissioners of Inland Navigation for Ireland, and was publicly funded.
It was opened in 1742, but there were issues with the lock construction, the width of the summit level and the water supply. Below Newry, a ship canal was opened in 1769, and both Newry and the canal flourished.
By 1800, the canal was in a poor condition, and another £57,000 of public money was spent refurbishing it over the following ten years. Closures during the refurbishment resulted in a loss of traffic, which did not fully recover.
In 1829, both canals were transferred to a private company, who spent £80,000 on improvements over the next twenty years. The ship canal was enlarged in 1884, to allow ships of 5,000 tons to reach Newry. It reverted to public ownership in 1901, when the Newry Port and Harbour Authority was created. The canal closed in 1936 and most of it was officially abandoned in 1949, with some in 1956. The ship canal closed in 1966 and the Authority was wound up in 1974.
Two sections of the redundant canal were bought by local authorities, for two pounds each, and the middle section was given to another two local authorities. The ship canal has been reopened for use by pleasure craft, and there have been attempts to reopen the Newry Canal, which have not yet been successful.
The towpath has become part of a long distance footpath and also part of the National Cycle Network. Some restoration has taken place, and the canal has become a haven for wildlife. Parts of it are also used for coarse fishing.
Frozen canal
The frozen canal breaking a big thick stick.
Swan walking on frozen canal
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Frozen Canal
Very cold morning in Dewsbury.
Young Springer, summer work 2012
Just out for an evening with a young springer. Brought the gun just in case we saw a few ducks
Antrim Forum - Lough Neagh - Co Antrim Northern Ireland
A short walk around Antrim Forum, on the shores of Lough Neagh. The biggest inland lough in Britain.
Frozen canal January 2013
Cold cold !! but snug inside.
Lough Neagh Promotional Video
Lough Neagh & Its Waterways can be found in the heart of Northern Ireland, the largest freshwater lake in Ireland & Britain, measuring over 300 sq km. Lough Neagh captivates visitors with its tranquil atmosphere, un-spoilt scenery, secluded bays and skyward views. It is a haven for wildlife with many viewpoints around the shoreline.
The flat terrain make its Route 94 Cycle Trail and walking routes extremely popular, it has a rich cultural heritage and is home to many historic sites including three round towers and one of the finest high crosses in the whole of Ireland, The Ardboe Cross.
Lough Neagh has two main Islands and there are numerous boat trips available from April - Sept, it can also be explored by canoe or kayak and boasts one of the best canoe trails in the UK & Ireland. The destination is the birth place of Nobel Laureate Seamus Heaney and is also famous for producing the world's finest Eels!
discoverloughneagh.com
The River Suir May 2017
Fly fishing for wild brown trout, the river Suir, Co. Tipperary, Ireland, May 2017
Inniskeen Road: July Evening
A reading and critical analysis of the Patrick Kavanagh poem Inniskeen Road: July Evening. This video was filmed around Inniskeen. The music used is Nora, a traditional air performed by Frances Rocks. Filmed and edited by Marcus Howard.
Painting the Frozen Canal
Sped up video of me painting one of the three 'Frozen Canals' that were displayed at The Aubin Gallery in Shoreditch, London, as part of the 'Dream In Colour' exhibition in January 2012.