About Maghera

Maghera sits at the foot of Glenshane Pass in County Londonderry, serving as a gateway between the north coast and Ulster's interior. This market town of 4,200 people has thrived for centuries as a stopping point for travellers crossing the Sperrin Mountains. The A6 dual carriageway provides direct connections to Belfast and Derry, with recent upgrades cutting journey times considerably. The town maintains its traditional Ulster character along the main street, where local shops keep the community spirit alive. The ruins of St Lurach's Old Church date back to the 6th century, making them among Ireland's earliest Christian sites.

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Maghera is in Ireland, at 53.529, -7.826 - about 16 km north-east of Athlone.

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