There is something about this County Down seaside town that keeps drawing us back! Perhaps it’s the history with its connections to Scotland, perhaps it’s just a great place to visit with its variety of little shops and places to eat; my wife’s Scottish DNA may have something to do with it! Whatever it is, we’re back again, this time for a couple of days. We stayed at a wonderful location, right on the front:
We were able to find out about One Shore Street through the TrekNI website:
I’m not a historian but here are some things that might interest readers with history on their minds:
There is an Anglo-Norman motte from the 12th century. It must have been great defensive site. There has been a permanent RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution) station here since 1910. Grace Neill’s bar has been in existence since the 17th century although it began under a different name. We had a wonderful meal there. Here is a link to its website:
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Here are a few photos from our short visit to Donaghadee:
We chose to walk along the path south towards Millisle. Looking back to the lighthouse was a completely different view. We met and chatted to lots of friendly people, many with dogs getting their daily exercise.
Perhaps this is where we should have returned to, 20 years ago! On our day of leaving, the temperature dropped and it felt like winter once again (come on Spring!) Nevertheless, what a great visit.
Ashley
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Thank you, Ashley, for your beautiful update on the visit to a lovely and historically interesting seaside town, Donaghadee, and how much joy you both had there.
Joanna
Dear Joanna, thank you for your lovely comments. Yes, it was wonderful although we probably ate more than normal both at One Shore Street and at Grace Neill’s 😊😋🤗
You are more than welcome, dear Ashley!
Joanna
Donaghadee looks like an interesting and beautiful place to visit.
Yes, it is. Thank you for your visit here! 🙏
Our favorite places have a way of drawing us back 🙂
Dear Rosaliene, thank you. 🤗🙏
It is nice to find a place you love, it looks nice and happy. Always enjoy your visits there. I love places which have also some history, it just makes it more interesting.
Thanks for that.
Thank you, Ute. I’m sure we’ll be back! 🤗🙏
So picturesque!
Thank you Camilla, and it’s not far from many other picturesque places! 🤗🙏
I am fortunate to live in a seaside town myself. I tried moving inland, but it never felt like home. I appreciate your love of such places!
I loved hearing about the history but best of all seeing the seaside walk! That looks glorious 🤩🪻🙋
Thank you. I think walking in the area is relatively good, no steep mountains to climb so good for people like my wife and I. 🤗🙏
Sounds perfect. I know the feeling when my lungs were so bad. At least we can still go enjoy the beauty 🤩
Anywhere near the sea is a good place to visit in my book! (K)
Thanks, Kerfe! This location has been a favourite of ours for many years! 🤗🙏
Looks like a great place to vacation, Ashley!
Thank you Indira, or somewhere to retire to! 🤗🙏
I replied yesterday, but must not have hit ‘send.’ I would like Donaghadee and would return often, I think. I’d especially like to see Grace Neill’s old bar. Really like your photos, Ashlimb! Hey to Carol. Glad you both enjoyed the visit!
Thanks, Edo-san, I’m sure you would love Donaghadee. It’s not a big town but I understand it has become busier since Hope Street was screened. The host where we stayed said that an apartment just along the way is booked solid from May to August, taken by the director (?) of the series. Series 5 being made then, so we’d better pay a visit then; who knows….extras?
I’ll watch for you and Carol to be strolling along Hope Street!
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Always plenty to see and do in Donaghadee. I must get down there for a wee visit soon !
Thank you for your comments. It is a greta wee place, love it, even returned at the weekend and had lunch in Grace Neill”s. 😋😋😋