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Northern Area Plan 2016
Coleraine Borough: Countryside and the Coast (Page 4 of 4)

Dunluce Area of Significant Archaeological Intrest

Designation DASAI Dunluce Area of Significant Archaeological Interest
An Area of Significant Archaeological Interest (ASAI) is designated at Dunluce as identified on Map No. 3/57 - Dunluce Area of Significant Archaeological Interest.

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The Area of Significant Archaeological Interest has been identified, following consultation with the Historic Monuments Council, at Dunluce Castle and neighbouring lands.
Dunluce Castle is a landmark feature of historical and archaeological significance. The importance of this feature is related to its coastal location, precariously perched on the north Antrim coast, its historical associations with neighbouring archaeological sites and monuments, historic routeways, and past role in the history of Ulster. It is located in an area with a long period of human activity, culminating in the fine castle ruins standing here today.
The combination of historical and archaeological features within the ASAI represents a cultural landscape of considerable antiquity and significance in terms of the local traditions of Dunluce, the north Antrim coast, and of Ireland.

Historic Parks, Gardens and Demensnes

Designation CHPG Historic Parks, Gardens and Demesnes
The following Historic Parks, Gardens and Demesnes of special historic interest are designated as identified on Maps No.s 3/01a and 3/58 – 3/61:
  1. Anderson Park (Map No. 3/01a)
  2. Beardiville (Map No. 3/58)
  3. Bovagh House (Map No. 3/59)
  4. Downhill (Map No. 3/60)
  5. Guy Wilson Daffodil Garden (Map No. 3/01a)
  6. Knocktarna (Map No. 3/01a)
  7. Lizard Manor (Map No. 3/61).
The Historic Parks, Gardens and Demesnes of Special Historic Interest listed above will be detailed in a register of Historic Parks, Gardens and Demesnes of Special Historic Interest in Northern Ireland to be published by the Environment and Heritage Service, DOE. The Register will summarise the historical significance of the site and the contribution its planned features make to the local landscape. It will also seek to encourage the public and owners, to value and support the protection and maintenance of such sites.
Anderson Park was founded in the early 20th century. Roads separate the park into three sections. Beardiville was first established in the 17th century. The estate is private. Bovagh House was built in the mid 18th century and is private. Downhill incorporates the Mussenden Temple which is situated on the edge of a cliff above the sea. The adjoining gardens are maintained by the National Trust. Guy Wilson Daffodil Garden was opened in 1974 within the grounds of the University of Ulster at Coleraine. It is named in memory of the renowned daffodil breeder Guy Wilson. Knocktarna was established in the early 19th century overlooking the River Bann. Lizard Manor is situated on a hill above the Aghadowey River. The house was built in the mid 19th century.
Prevailing regional policy for the protection of Historic Parks, Gardens and Demesnes of Special Historic Interest is set out in PPS 6 Planning, Archaeology and the Built Heritage. Additional information about the site is contained in the Countryside Assessment Technical Supplement.
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