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4243Fishing/WatersportsGolfinfo@derryvisitor.com recreation & leisureRecreation & LeisureThe city offers a wide variety of indoorand outdoor activities where you canrelax and enjoy your favourite pursuitwhile taking a well-deserved break.A day cruise on the River Foyle,strolling the riverside walkways, alongthe Historic City Walls or throughNess Wood Country Park are all waysof exploring the city’s idyllic naturallocation.Also, cycling on the Foyle Valley or InisEoghain cycle routes is a must for allleisure enthusiasts not to mention therange of watersports and anglingfacilities at Creggan Country Park.For anglers the River Foyle is one ofthe richest fishing rivers in Europewith its major salmon and troutsystems or maybe its golf, or horseridingyou’re looking for, you’ll find itall within easy reach. Ten Pin bowling,paintballing or simply relaxing in theswimming pool of a local leisurecentre for those interested in stayingindoors will ensure there is somethingfor everyone!Bowling AlleyBrunswick SuperbowlBrunswick Lane,Pennyburn Industrial Estate, BT48 OLUT: (028) 7137 1999F: (028) 7126 9072E: infosuperbowl@btconnect.comwww.thebrunswicksuperbowl.comBrunswick Superbowl is the foremost entertainmentcomplex in the North West. Comprising of 10 pinbowling, restaurant, bar, café, kids adventure castle,pool tables and interactive video games. We havesomething for everyone – that’s why we are “Number 1for Family Fun.”OPENING HOURS:Open 7 days a week 9.00am–late.Creggan Country ParkWestway, BT48 9NUT: (028) 7136 3133F: (028) 7136 3135E: info@creggancountrypark.comwww.creggancountrypark.comCreggan Country Park is a modern facility, perched highover Derry providing a spectacularviewing platform. There is a rangeof watersports, angling and landbased activities on offer -suitable for all agegroups/abilities and forgroups/individuals. The siteincorporates state of the artactivity centre with conferencefacilities, fishing tackle shop andbistro restaurant, Creggan CountryInn.Oaks Fishery14 Judges Road, Enagh, BT47 6LMT: (028) 7186 0916M: 078 7261 7340E: ian@theoaksfishery.comwww.theoaksfishery.comCertified fishing tuition andguiding to facilitate all levels ofangling to both show andhelp you around all of theNorth West. Dry-fly fishingfor brown trout, night flyfishing for Sea trout, salmonangling from March-October.One to one or group bookingscatered for with advice, tackle hireand bait. Permits and licenses for sale.OPENING HOURS:9.00am-duskPRICES: On request.Tom’s Fishing Tackle Shop31a Ardlough Road, Drumahoe, BT47 5SPT/F: (028) 7134 6265Fly fishing specialists. Distributor ofall licenses and permits for localrivers and lakes. Stocking acomplete range of tackle and baitsfor game/course and sea fishing.Live bait, maggots and wormsalways in stock. Stockists of allleading brands such asShakespeare, Daiwa and Scierra etc.We also supply trophies and medalsand an engraving service isavailable.OPENING HOURS:Mon–Wed, 10.00am–6.00pmThur & Fri, 10.00am–8.00pmSat: 10.00am–6.00pm.City of Derry Golf Club49 Victoria Road, Prehen, BT47 2PUT: (028) 7134 6369F: (028) 7131 0008E: info@cityofderrygolfclub.comwww.cityofderrygolfclub.comThe club lies 3 miles west ofthe city on the Strabane Road.The facility hosts an 18 hole6429 metre championshipcourse and a nine hole course.We offer a well stocked golfshop with excellent restaurant andbar facilities with picturesque views overthe Foyle.GREEN FEES:Mon–Fri: £20.00/€28Weekend & Bank Holiday: £25.00/€36Concession Rates for GroupsFaughan Valley Golf Centre8 Carmoney Road, Campsie, BT47 3JHT: (028) 7186 0707E: info@faughanvalleygolf.comwww.faughanvalleygolf.com18 hole par 69 coursemeasuring 5722 yards built onthe banks of the picturesqueRiver Faughan. This uniquesite affords the golfer aparkland course with year roundplayability. Visitors are welcomeseven days a week. The course lies 3km east of the cityon the Limavady Road (A2).GREEN FEES:Mon-Fri: £9.00/€13Weekend and Bank Holiday £11.00/€16Concession rates for groups (12+)OPENING HOURS:Mon-Fri: 8.00am-8.00pmWeekend: 7.30am-8.00pmFoyle International Golf Centre12 Alder Road, BT48 8DBT: (028) 7135 2222F: (028) 7135 3967E: mail@foylegolf.club24.co.ukwww.foylegolfcentre.co.uk18 hole par 71 championshipcourse. 9 hole par 3 course,indoor floodlight driving range &Golf Academy, Golf Shop, Pitcher’sWine Bar & Restaurant and privatefunction rooms.Visitors most welcome at all times.GREEN FEES:Weekdays: £16.00/€24 (£14.00/€20 with a member)Weekends: £19.00/€27 (£17.00/€23 with a member)9 hole par 3 course: prices from £4.00/€6OPENING HOURS:Mon–Fri 9.00am–duskSat/Sun 8.00am–duskrecreation & leisurewww.derryvisitor.com
45www.derryvisitor.com44info@derryvisitor.com recreation & leisureHorse RidingLenamore StablesMuff, Co. DonegalT: (0035374) 9384022E: lenamorestable@eircom.netwww.lenamorestables.comLenamore Stables is the leading BHSapproved equestrian centre inthe North West. Situated 2miles from Derry Citycentre we are open sixdays a week Tuesdayto Sunday. We caterfor everyone from thecomplete novice tothe experiencedgrand prix rider. Wehave an extensiverange of facilitiesincluding a cross-countrycourse and an international sizedshow jumping and dressage arena with some of thefinest quality sport animals available for use and also forsale.Leisure CentresBrandywell Sports CentreLone Moor Road, BT48 9LAT: (028) 7126 3902Located beside the Brandywell Soccer Stadium – hometo Derry City Football Club. It offers a range of facilitiesto the general public – including 5-A-Side indoor hall,handball/racquetball court. Please book in advance.OPENING HOURS:Mon–Fri 3.00pm–10.30pm, Sat & Sun 9.00am–6.00pmBrooke Park Leisure CentreRosemount Avenue, BT48 0HHT: (028) 7126 2637F: (028) 7137 4593Leisure Centre including main hall, two squash courts,fitness suite, steam room, tennis courts, outdoor footballpitches and bowling green.OPENING HOURS:Mon–Fri 9.00am–10.30pm, Sat & Sun 11.00am–6.00pmCity Swimming BathsWilliam Street, BT48 9ADT: (028) 7126 4459F: (028) 7136 1293The City Baths has more to offer than simply swimming.The facility now offers a fitness suite and first classsteam room.OPENING HOURS:Mon–Fri 10.00am–2.00pm,Mon & Wed 6.00pm–8.00pm,Tue–Thurs 6.00pm–7.00pm Public Sessions.7.00pm–8.00pm Ladies Only,Mon 8.00pm–9.00pmCity of Derry Masters Swimming,Wed 8.00pm–9.00pm City of Derry Sub Aqua Club,Fri 5.00pm–9.00pm City of Derry Swimming Club,Sat Public sessions 12.00pm–3.00pmMixed Adults 3.00pm–4.00pmLisnagelvin Leisure CentreRichill Park, BT47 5QZT: (028) 7134 7695F: (028) 7134 4233Superb leisure pool with waves;water based children’s adventureplay area, jacuzzi, sauna, steamroom,aerobics studio and modern fitnesssuite. Nearby are two attractivebowling greens and four soccerpitches. Please check in advance forsession times.OPENING HOURS:Mon 2.00pm–9.40pm; Tue–Fri 10.00am–9.40pmSat 10.00am–5.40pm; Sun 12.00pm–4.40pmPilots Row CentreRossville Street, BT48 6LPT: (028) 7126 9418F: (028) 7137 3296E: pilotsrow_yc@welbni.orgBased in the city centre, wehold various exhibitions.Cafeteria: Mon–Fri breakfast10.00am–12.00pm;lunches 12.00pm–2.00pm.Comhaltas Irish traditional music, setdancing, etc. 7.30pm on Tuesdays. Original local nameplates of Bogside area, local photos and display of oldcity areas.OPENING HOURS:Mon–Fri 10.00am–10.30pmSt. Columb’s Park Leisure CentreLimavady Road, BT47 6JYT: (028) 7134 3941F: (028) 7134 2038Set in a beautiful wooded parkland, this centre boastsexcellent outdoor facilities. Indoors, the centre is wellequipped to cater for most dry side activities to suit allage groups. Please book in advance.OPENING HOURS:Mon–Thurs 10.00am–11.00pm,Fri 10.00am–6.00pm, Sat 9.00am–5.00pm,Sun 9.00am–4.00pmTemplemore Sports ComplexBuncrana Road, BT48 7QLT: (028) 7128 9200F: (028) 7128 9111“The Complex” offers a comprehensive range ofindoor and outdoor facilities which provide a widecross-sectional programme of activities with somethingguaranteed for all ages.OPENING HOURS:Mon–Fri 9.00am–10.00pmSat & Sun 10.00am–6.00pmPaintballingOakfire PaintballThe Oaks, 227 Glenshane Road, BT47 3EWM: 077 3117 1177E: info@oakfirepaintball.comwww.oakfirepaintball.comOakfire Paintball has one of the mostunique sites available in the UK andIreland. It is located on the historic‘Oaks’ estate five minutes from theMaiden City. Perfect for corporateevents, sports teams, stag parties,birthdays or simply a fun day out,paintballing provides an exhilaratingalternative to those looking to have agreat time.PRICE:Full Day from £39.50pp (5 1 ⁄2 hrs)includes kit, BBQ lunch and 500 paintballs.Half Day from £27.50pp (3 1 ⁄2 hrs)includes kit, BBQ lunch and 300 paintballs.Co. LondonderryThe Jungle Paintball60 Desertmartin Road, Moneymore,Magherafelt, BT45 7RBT/F: (028) 8674 8881E: bookings@thejunglepaintball.comwww.thejunglepaintball.comThe Jungle Paintball was the first paintballing site inNorthern Ireland and the largest with over 200 acres ofenchanting forest land, surrounded by waterfalls, lakesand streams. With 14 game zones each set in differentterrains. We cater for stag/hen parties,birthdays, youth groups and corporatedays out.PRICE:Full Day from £35.00pp (6 hrs)includes kit, lunch and 300paintballs.Half Day from £25.00pp (3 hrs)includes kit and 300 paintballs.Speedball from £10.00pp (1 1 ⁄2 hrs)includes kit and 100 paintballs.Pontoon/MarinaFoyle PontoonLondonderry Port, Port Road, Lisahally, BT47 6FLT: (028) 7186 0313 (24hrs)F: (028) 7186 1168E: bill@londonderry-port.co.ukwww.londonderryport.comBerthing facility for marine leisure craft at Queen's Quayin the centre of Derry.Derry is the ideal destination for sailors cruising thenorth west coast of Ireland andthe Foyle Pontoonprovides visitors with asafe and secureberth, servicedwith electricity,fresh water andshore power.Adjacent to thehistoric walledcity, visitors haveaccess to shops,bars and restaurants.All visiting yachts shouldreportto Harbour Office on VHF Channel 14.Lough Swilly MarinaMarina Office, Fahan, Co DonegalT/F: (0035374) 9360008E: loughswillymarina@eircom.netwww.loughswillymarina.ieLough Swilly Marina islocated at Fahan, CoDonegal and is onlya 10 minute drivefrom the City ofDerry. TheMarina, whichis underconstruction,can at presentaccommodate upto 200 boats.ADMISSION:Price per metre(minimum 4 metres)12 months €185, 6 summer months €140(01/04/08–30/09/08) 6 winter months €110(01/10/08–31/03/09)(Daily, weekly & monthly rates available).recreation & leisure
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