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Known for
The Maypole (Northern Ireland's only surviving maypole), the seafront walk, the Culloden Hotel, Rory McIlroy's hometown, and an affluent County Down coastal town on Belfast Lough
A little history
Holywood is one of the oldest Christian settlements in Ireland — founded by St Laissren in the 6th century. The maypole on the High Street is the only remaining maypole in Northern Ireland. Rory McIlroy, the world champion golfer, is from Holywood.
The seafront walk along Belfast Lough is excellent. The Maypole High Street. The Culloden Hotel for afternoon tea with Lough views. The marina area for food.
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Food & drink in Holywood
The High Street has excellent independent restaurants and cafes. The marina area has good food. Local County Down produce is excellent.
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The Maypole (Northern Ireland's only surviving maypole), the seafront walk, the Culloden Hotel, Rory McIlroy's hometown, and an affluent County Down coastal town on Belfast Lough Roam surfaces the local businesses and hidden gems that make Holywood worth exploring.
The High Street has excellent independent restaurants and cafes. The marina area has good food. Local County Down produce is excellent. Download Roam free to discover Holywood's independent food scene.
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Holywood's affluent community supports strong independent food and retail. The High Street has excellent independent businesses. List your Holywood business on Roam to reach local customers in County Down.
Roam covers all of Holywood including Cultra, Helen's Bay, Crawfordsburn, Bangor, Groomsport. The seafront walk along Belfast Lough is excellent. The Maypole High Street. The Culloden Hotel for afternoon tea with Lough views. The marina area for food.
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