Derry

Nursing Homes near Derry

Northern Ireland

Approximate Population: 83,699

Locals joke that Derry / Londonderry is a city that is so great they named it twice, displaying their trademark warmth and humour, acknowledging the turbulent history of the City whilst highlighting the vibrancy and modernity of the place today. An imposing city that sits majestically on the banks of the Foyle Estuary, Derry might be second to Belfast in terms of size but it certainly isn’t a runner up when it comes to attractions.

The best way to get a feel for the City is to stroll along the perfectly preserved 17th Century ramparts that look out across the characterful old City streets and down to the river. Derry is Britain’s only completely walled City and this walk provides a unique perspective of the City and surrounding countryside. Quaint Shipquay Street climbs steeply through the old town with narrow lanes running off it which host a popular craft village.

One building you can’t fail to spot within the City walls is the beautiful gothic Cathedral of Saintt Columb that dates back to 1633. Just outside the walls but equally impressive is the neo-gothic Guildhall, worth a trip if only to marvel at the incredible collection of stained glass windows that chronicle all events of note in Derry’s history. For a City that has had its fair share of troubles, including a 105-day siege (1688-1689) and the killings of Bloody Sunday in 1972, it tells its story well with a wealth of fine museums, the most comprehensive being The Tower Museum.

Nursing Homes near Derry Northern Ireland