Desertmartin

Desertmartin lies in Mid Ulster's farming country, reached via the A31 between Magherafelt and Draperstown. Most visitors come from Magherafelt, 6km southeast, with the A6 Belfast-Londonderry road providing main connections. Electric vehicle drivers will find over 20 fast chargers in surrounding towns. The village name derives from "Dísert Mártain" - Martin's hermitage - marking its origins as an early Christian settlement.

Airports closest to Desertmartin are Belfast International Airport and George Best Belfast City Airport.