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Derry

Walled City Of Derry

Sporting Tours To Derry

Derry, also known as Londonderry, is a city on the River Foyle in Northern Ireland and home to Irish Sporting Tours.

It’s known for the intact 17th century Derry’s Walls with 7 gates.

Within the walls, spired St. Columb’s Cathedral displays artefacts from the 1688 to 1689 Siege of Derry.

Near the Peace Bridge, the Tower Museum has city views and historical exhibits.

In the main square huge stained glass windows adorn the Neo Gothic red sandstone Guildhall.

For the sports enthusiast plenty of sports to participate in from Fishing to Wall Climbing.

The Walled City

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Tour Information

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Our Popular Inclusions for a Sporting Tour to Derry

  • Attend training sessions with coaches from your chosen sport.
  • Watch a Guinness Pro14 fixture.
  • Pop into the Museum of Free Derry a history museum with multi-media exhibits on the region’s civil rights movement & early conflict era.
  • Climb the Tower Museum opened in 1992, the museum offers regional history exhibits along with an open-air viewing platform.
  • A guided tour around the Guildhall of Derry fascinating piece of local history.
  • Eat and drink at the Walled City Brewery enjoy a guided tour of its premises.
  • Stand at the Bloody Sunday Monument a solemn day in the city’s history.
  • Hop along to the Siege Museum a permanent display of the history of the Siege of Londonderry and of the Associated Clubs of the Apprentice Boys of Derry.
  • Spend a great day out at Creggan Country Park participating in outdoor events.
  • Walk with your guide on a guided tour along the Derry Walls and learn about the history of its existence.
  • Take a moment to call at St. Eugene’s Cathedral Restored gothic style Catholic cathedral open since 1873 with a 256-foot spire
  • Call at St. Columb’s Cathedral Planter’s Gothic-style Church of Ireland cathedral that was constructed between 1633 and 1776.
  • Feel the atmosphere at a Gaelic Football or Hurling match.
DERRY ITINERARY

Day 1

  • Arrive Belfast International Airport / Belfast Ferry Port.
  • Private transfer to accommodation in Derry City.
  • 1st training session with guest coach.
  • Group guided tour along the famous city wall.
  • Guided group walking tour of the city.
  • Evening meal at accommodation.

Day 2

  • Breakfast for group at accommodation.
  • Visit the world famous Giant’s Causeway.
  • Afternoon lunch
  • Depart by private transfer for 1st fixture / 2nd training session with guest coach.
  • Post match function.
  • Return to accommodation by private transfer.
  • Evening meal for group at accommodation.

Day 3

  • Group breakfast at accommodation.
  • Free time in Derry City for some extra shopping or enjoy a morning of kayaking.
  • Depart for 2nd fixture on tour.
  • Post match function.
  • Return to accommodation.

Day 4

  • Group breakfast for group and depart from accommodation.
  • Group depart for Belfast International Airport / Belfast Port or next city on tour.
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Derry GAA

It’s down to Celtic Park for the Derry GAA supporters in both the hurling and football.

Derry are not known for their hurling powers but do excel in the football.

The senior football team won an All-Ireland Senior Football Championship 1993, six National League titles and seven Ulster Championships.

The Derry faithful are always behind their team even when the chips are down. So, why not a trip with your team to watch these players play.

Let us not forget they are amateurs but train like professional sportsmen.

Everything is put into their presentation and you will leave Derry with every word etched into your memory.

City of Derry FC

The Brandywell Stadium as it was known then is home to Derry City FC.

The stadium has since been renamed in honour of Derry’s late player and captain Ryan McBride who passed away in 2017.

The stadium is also home to the stadium’s other sport Greyhound Racing which is also hugely attended every Monday evening.

Games are played every Friday evening when Derry FC entertain their rivals in the League of Ireland.

Derry City also have a large youth system ranging from U13s all the way to U19s. The ladies are also represented along with the reserve and senior side.

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Derry City Walls

Derry Walls

Listen to a fascinating guided tour along the walls of the city and listen to the old and the new history of Derry.

Derry has become a cosmopolitan and vibrant city.

You will hear some of the most interesting stories regarding the troubles and the political struggles.

The guides tell their stories of the city with such pride and passion because as they say this is my home, my city and I love her.

Everything is put into their presentation and you will leave Derry with every word etched into your memory.

The Jungle Adventure Park

The Ultimate Adventure Paradise.  The Jungle offers lots of outdoor adventure activities such as Paintball, Adults Tree Top High Ropes Course, Segways, Llama Trekking.  Kids are not left out, Tree Top Adventure course, Archery amongst others are available.

The Jungle also runs seasonal events such as our Rampage Weekender obstacle course 5 or 10K run event.

There really is something for everyone and they pride themselves on their friendly, fun atmosphere and approachable customer service.

Whether it’s a kids, school or youth group, a group outing or a corporate team building day, they have the experience and facilities to get the best out of your visit.

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Train with Ulster Rugby

Attend a Intensive Training Session with coaches from Ulster Rugby let them improve you game, skills and player’s abilities.

The sessions here are very good and a lot of teams comment on how good they are.

Of course it’s all down to the coach giving the session and the Ulster staff that do them are very good indeed.

Teams take on a lot what is taught to them and this is shown in their results when they get home, such as winning their State Championships.

It’s all down to our training sessions and the coaches we provide.

Creggan Country Park

Enjoy a day out at Creggan Country Park for a wide range of outdoor activities, from orienteering to kayaking, team bonding at its best.

The centre is equipped with fully qualified instructors.

They will be able to go through all the basics with you if you are a beginner or novice, you’re in safe hands.

For those who would like a bit more action, paintball is available and all the boys love that.

Bring an old fashioned picnic with you and enjoy the delightful countryside around you.

Creggan Country Park

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