Roe Valley Country Park

Roe Valley Country Park, Dogleap Road, Limavady, UK
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

The Roe Valley Country Park is a scenic and tranquil park offering riverside landscapes, woodland walks, and outdoor adventure. Located on the outskirts of Limavady, it is known for its dramatic gorges and mature woodland surroundings. It is a perfect destination for nature lovers, families, and active visitors.

Visitors can explore riverside trails, woodland paths, and historic remains linked to the local linen industry. Activities include salmon and trout fishing, canoeing, rock climbing, orienteering, picnicking, and visiting the Green Lane Museum with artefacts about rural life and local history. The park also features a restored water wheel, ruined mills, picnic tables, BBQ facilities, and a café near the main car park.

There is no charge for entry, and free parking is available for visitors.

The experience offers a great mix of nature, history, and outdoor recreation. With its scenic walks and varied activities, it appeals to both adventure seekers and those wanting a peaceful visit. It is a great place to explore, relax, and enjoy the beauty of the Roe Valley.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • This scenic and tranquil park is located on the outskirts of Limavady and offers spectacular riverside views and woodland walks along with opportunities for salmon and trout fishing, canoeing, rock climbing and orienteering.
  • The river plunges through spectacular gorges and its banks are clothed in mature woodland. Located within Roe Valley Country Park, the Green Lane Museum features 19th and 20th Century artefacts depicting the history of the Roe Valley with stories of rural life, including farming, local trades and the linen industry.
  • Visitors can learn about the industrial and natural heritage of the area on the interpretation panels throughout the Park and in the seasonally open museum.
  • The remains of buildings used in the linen industry and a restored water wheel can also be seen and much of the original equipment is preserved including ruined water mills used in linen production.

Facilities

  • Parking: Free parking available. 
  • Food & Drinks: “AL’s Coffee” opens daily and is located adjacent to the main car park at  Dogleap Road.
  • Picnic: Picnic tables and BBQ facilities are provided close to the car park in the grounds adjacent to the main car park at Dogleap Road.

What to see

please see details above and the venue's website

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Pricing No fees.You can check price details as above.

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

  • The site is ordinarily accessible to pedestrians all year round.
  • Café is open daily : 10:00am – 5:00pm
  • Toilet Facilities open:
    • Nov - Mar - 8.00am - 4:00pm
    • Apr - May - 8.00am - 7.00pm
    • Jun - Aug - 8.00am - 9.00pm
    • September - 8:00am - 7:30pm
    • October - 8:00am - 4:30pm

Address: Roe Valley Country Park, Dogleap Road, Limavady, UK

Post Code: BT49 9NN

Council: Derry-Londonderry

County: County Londonderry

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