Best attractions and places to see around Tyhan include a mix of historical sites, natural features, and recreational parks. The region features significant historical structures like a 17th-century castle ruin and a priory, alongside natural waterways such as the Blackwater River and Brantry Lough. Visitors can explore diverse landscapes, from tranquil loughs to scenic parklands with weirs. These outdoor activities near Tyhan offer varied experiences for different interests.
Last updated: June 29, 2026
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As you step through the magnificent gate, you will be enveloped by the timelessness of this historic place. The old walls, which shine in the sun, tell stories from times long past and invite you to discover them. The municipality has enriched this treasure trove of history with a library and a museum that attract knowledge seekers and history lovers. In the quiet rooms of the library you can leaf through old writings and be transported back to times gone by, while the museum brings the history of the place and its people to life. After a journey of discovery through history and culture, the Priorat's café beckons with its seductive scent of freshly brewed coffee. Here, in an ambience that wonderfully combines modernity and history, you can take a little time out. Choose from comfortable seating inside or settle on one of the terraces to soak up the rays while munching on delicious pastries. But the Priory has even more to offer. A dreamy little walkway winds from the building down to the river. A path lined with blooming flowers and old trees that acts as an invitation to explore this wonderful terrain in all its splendor.
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Surrounded by rolling hills and lush green meadows, this lake reflects the sky in its clear waters and holds a special promise for those dedicated to the art of fishing. The waters of Brantry Lough are rich in brown trout. Skillfully moving through the depths of the lake, these dazzling fish are stocked all year round and are the pride of the lough. Not only do they offer a challenge for experienced anglers, but also a fascinating observation for nature lovers. Especially at daybreak or in the quiet hours of the evening, when the water is calm and the air is filled with an expectant silence, you can see boats gently rocking on the lake. These belong to enthusiastic fishermen who have come hoping for the perfect catch. The tranquil atmosphere, broken only by the occasional splash of a fishing hook thrown into the water, makes Brantry Lough a place for relaxation and reflection.
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This handsome looking weir stretches across the river like a silent sentinel, capturing the clear waters of the Blackwater as they glisten in the sun and bathe the surrounding area in a calming sound. Next to the weir there is a green oasis in which time seems to stand still. Lush green areas, peppered with scattered trees, invite you to linger. Picnic benches, strategically placed, offer the ideal place to watch the water play at the weir, let your thoughts wander and unwind. Here, on the banks of the Blackwater, you can escape everyday life for a moment and lose yourself in the peaceful atmosphere of the park.
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Built in the early 17th century for Sir Toby Caulfield, who was given land during the Plantation. Park up your bike and take some time to explore the ruins by foot. Keep an eye out for the murder holes which give an idea of its grim history, as well as the Caulfield Coat of Arms in a prominent position above the doorway.
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The weir at Dungannon park trickles down like a waterfall into a fresh pool of water surrounded by lush green nature.
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Brantry Lough is a fantastic fishing lake situated just north of Creevelough in County Tyrone. The waters provide a great supply of brown trout that's stocked all year around bringing keen fishermen and their boats to the shores.
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Pull up a picnic blanket and enjoy the beautiful views over this weir in Dungannon Park. The water trickles down like a waterfall into a fresh pond surrounded by lush green nature.
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The priory is a beautiful building in Benburb that invites the community to visit the library, museum, or grab a coffee and a scone at the wonderful cafe (fit with lovely indoor and outdoor seating). A small footpath leads from the priory to the river where you can explore further these wonderful grounds.
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Tyhan offers several historical sites. You can visit Benburb Priory, a site with a cafe, library, and museum, where a footpath leads to the river. Another significant historical location is Castle Caulfield Ruins, an early 17th-century castle built for Sir Toby Caulfield, featuring murder holes and the Caulfield Coat of Arms.
Yes, several attractions around Tyhan are suitable for families. Dungannon Park Weir is a natural monument in Dungannon Park with a waterfall and lush surroundings, perfect for picnics. Blackwater River Weir in Benburb Valley Park also offers picnic benches and green spaces for relaxation. Brantry Lough is a scenic lake ideal for nature observation.
The region boasts beautiful natural features. You can see the tranquil Brantry Lough, a fishing lake surrounded by rolling hills. Dungannon Park Weir offers views of water trickling into a fresh pond amidst lush greenery. The Blackwater River Weir provides a scenic spot along the River Blackwater with adjacent green areas.
Tyhan offers various outdoor activities, particularly hiking. You can find easy hikes like the Dungannon Park loop, Brantry Lough and Wood, and Benburb Valley Park. For more options, explore the easy hikes around Tyhan guide.
Yes, there are several running trails. Popular routes include the Dungannon Park from Dungannon Bus Station, and various running loops from Dungannon, Killyman, and Moy. For detailed information on these and other routes, check out the running trails around Tyhan guide.
Absolutely. The area around Tyhan provides several road cycling routes. Options include the Sixmilecross and Ballygawley loop from Dungannon, and the Parkanaur House – Castle Caulfield Ruins loop from Castlecaulfield. More routes can be found in the road cycling routes around Tyhan guide.
Visitors appreciate Benburb Priory for its beautiful historic building, which invites the community to visit its library, museum, or enjoy coffee and scones at its cafe with lovely indoor and outdoor seating. Many also enjoy the small footpath leading from the priory down to the river, allowing further exploration of its wonderful grounds.
Dungannon Park Weir is popular for its picturesque setting where water trickles down like a waterfall into a fresh pond. It's surrounded by lush green nature, offering beautiful views and a perfect spot to pull up a picnic blanket and relax.
The Blackwater River Weir is noted for being a handsome man-made structure stretching across the River Blackwater in Benburb Valley Park. Visitors enjoy the calming sound of the water and the green oasis next to it, complete with picnic benches, making it an ideal place to relax and unwind.
Yes, Brantry Lough is a fantastic fishing lake, particularly known for its supply of brown trout. These are stocked all year round, attracting keen fishermen and their boats to its shores, especially at daybreak or in the quiet evening hours.
When visiting Castle Caulfield Ruins, take time to explore the 17th-century structure built for Sir Toby Caulfield. Keep an eye out for the 'murder holes,' which offer a glimpse into its grim history, as well as the prominent Caulfield Coat of Arms located above the doorway.


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