This interactive centre showcases the natural and cultural heritage of Lough Neagh, the largest lake in the British Isles. Through exhibits, audio-visual displays, and interactive technology, visitors can explore the lake's history, geology, and wildlife, as well as the myths and legends surrounding it. The centre also features a recreated medieval Irish dwelling, a Viking longboat, and a 'floating' exhibition on a restored 19th-century barge.
Cafe in the discovery centre is closed except at weekends. Very disappointing. Had to drive back out to the marina area to the cafe which had limited food options and was full of workers. The toilets are open though. Parking was difficult as there was some sort of meeting on. There used to be a shop in the centre which was great for kids but this has long gone. Very disappointed - a great resource basically being wound down.
Great little building with lots of information about the surrounding wildlife and wilderness area. Little cafe aswell with decent priced food.
Beautiful spot for walks and landscape photos
A great visitor centre. The surrounding nature reserve is an outstanding place of natural beauty & full of nature; I saw circa 50 species of bird on my last visit, & 3 wild mammals. There are some very good Birdwatching Hides too. The Centre as good facilities: the toilets are always clean & the cafe boasts good wholesome homely food, maybe not fine dining but you will certainly enjoy it & you won't go hungry. The shop sells local interest & crafts, & the information staff are friendly and helpful. Outside there are children play areas. Take care close to the water, it can be dangerous for children & pets. Dog owners, please, please, please keep your pet on the lead & clean up after them; I really dislike wasting my time cleaning my boots before I get into my car; and it's dangerous too as well as illegal. There is ample free parking. Enjoy.
Only visited the cafe. Food, didnt look great. We tried the vegetable soup, tasted strange but wheaten bread lovely. Food staff a bit dour. The guy at reception was lovely, engaging and chatty, a great example of Irish friendliness.
To be honest it's not really a discovery centre unless you want to discover a cafe. The sort of displays you may expect in such a place (wildlife etc) are absent. Probably best to park up and go for a walk/picnic.
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Good for kids
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Cafe in the discovery centre is closed except at weekends. Very disappointing. Had to drive back out to the marina area to the cafe which had limited food options and was full of workers. The toilets are open though. Parking was difficult as there was some sort of meeting on. There used to be a shop in the centre which was great for kids but this has long gone. Very disappointed - a great resource basically being wound down.
Great little building with lots of information about the surrounding wildlife and wilderness area. Little cafe aswell with decent priced food.
Beautiful spot for walks and landscape photos
A great visitor centre. The surrounding nature reserve is an outstanding place of natural beauty & full of nature; I saw circa 50 species of bird on my last visit, & 3 wild mammals. There are some very good Birdwatching Hides too. The Centre as good facilities: the toilets are always clean & the cafe boasts good wholesome homely food, maybe not fine dining but you will certainly enjoy it & you won't go hungry. The shop sells local interest & crafts, & the information staff are friendly and helpful. Outside there are children play areas. Take care close to the water, it can be dangerous for children & pets. Dog owners, please, please, please keep your pet on the lead & clean up after them; I really dislike wasting my time cleaning my boots before I get into my car; and it's dangerous too as well as illegal. There is ample free parking. Enjoy.
Only visited the cafe. Food, didnt look great. We tried the vegetable soup, tasted strange but wheaten bread lovely. Food staff a bit dour. The guy at reception was lovely, engaging and chatty, a great example of Irish friendliness.
To be honest it's not really a discovery centre unless you want to discover a cafe. The sort of displays you may expect in such a place (wildlife etc) are absent. Probably best to park up and go for a walk/picnic.
