The Northern Irish folk song ‘I wish I was in Carrickfergus’
is a popular request at gigs, weddings and special occasions across the land.
It croons the praises of the Irish town and the singer’s love for a young
maiden who resides there but it has a wonderful way of making you nostalgic for
the town – even if you’ve never been there before! Once you’ve listened to its
descriptions of Carickfergus’ coastal charms, you’ll be looking forward to
seeing them for yourself.
‘I wish I was in Carrickfergus’ has a long and illustrious
history and it’s been traced back to its roots as an Irish Gaelic folk song.
However, in recent years it’s modern counterpart has been covered by everyone
from Ronan Keating to Charlotte Church and has found its way onto TV and
countless albums. While it’s a love story at heart, the song also has some
excellent, vivid pictures of Carrickfergus, sure to awaken a longing for a
holiday in this beautiful, historic town.
Carrickfergus is a long stretch of coastal town with excellent
views of the sea and plenty of old-world charm. It’s also the gateway to the
Causeway Coast and Glens and is a fabulous place to step back in time and
imagine that you’re back in the same kind of olden days that first inspired the
famous song. The imposing, from the 12th century, dominates the town and offers
the opportunity for a great sightseeing trip. Walking round the castle, which
is Ireland’s oldest and best preserved Norman citadel, will make you feel like
a character in your own grand romance with Sightseeing Trip.
Next, visit St Nicholas’ Church which is sure to charm you
with it’s many stained glass windows and the famous, framed crooked aisle,
which was built with a skew to represent Christ’s tilted head on the cross.
Established in 1182, it also boasts décor and artefacts that have been
collected over the centuries since. Taking a stroll alongside the town’s
historic walls is another good way to imagine you’re immersed in days gone by
and if you’d like to find out more about the town’s heritage, an afternoon at Carrickfergus
Museum is the perfect choice.
The city centre has plenty of traditional attractions too,
but you’ll find it’s also packed with modern shops, cafes and hotels. Whether
you’re looking for somewhere to pick up a few souvenirs or somewhere like the
Clarion Hotel Carrickfergus to lay your head at night, you’ll find the town has
been moving with the times as well as preserving its historical appeal.
Wandering around the streets of Carrickfergus you’ll find your eye drawn to all
manner of colourful floral displays and excellent works of public art.
One of the town’s greatest charms has to be its lovely
coastline. Not only does it provide scenic views of Scotland, it’s also home to
an impressive array of local wildlife, including seals, eagles and guillemots.
The new Marina and Waterfront makes sure you have all the modern conveniences
you need for a relaxing trip to the coast while the opportunities for angling,
sailing and canoeing make sure you’ll have plenty of ways to pass a pleasant
few hours. Discover what it is about Carrickfergus that’s made it such a
beloved holiday spot and the star of its own song for so many years.
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