This pyramid was erected by Lord Garvagh after having been on the Grand Tour of Egypt, and is located on high ground in a bluebell wood, west of the car park at Ballinameen Bridge, at the south end of Garvagh. It was intended as the burial vault for Lord Garvagh but it was never used and the entrance has now been bricked up. The pyramid is 18 feet square at the base and is erected on a raised platform 21 feet square; it is 21 feet high and built of freestone blocks.placeholder image
This pyramid was erected by Lord Garvagh after having been on the Grand Tour of Egypt, and is located on high ground in a bluebell wood, west of the car park at Ballinameen Bridge, at the south end of Garvagh. It was intended as the burial vault for Lord Garvagh but it was never used and the entrance has now been bricked up. The pyramid is 18 feet square at the base and is erected on a raised platform 21 feet square; it is 21 feet high and built of freestone blocks.

10 hidden gems around the Causeway Coast and Glens area that you may not have visited

By Una Culkin
Published 7th Jun 2023, 15:11 GMT
Updated 7th Jun 2023, 15:23 GMT

Mention the words ‘Causeway Coast’ to anyone and chances are they will automatically think of the Giant’s Causeway, the Glens of Antrim or Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge.

And while these are world famous attractions – and rightly so! – we thought we would take a look at some lesser known spots in the area.

These hidden gems are well worth a visit…

Take a look through our gallery – which covers sites from Ballycastle to Banagher – and see how many you have heard of...

Banagher Dam - Banagher Glen is about four miles south of Dungiven, at the end of Magheramore Road. Banagher Glen Nature Reserve leads to Altnaheglish Reservoir with a walk along a surfaced road from the car park to Banagher Dam. Open every day with stunning views - and all for free!

5. Hidden Gems

Banagher Dam - Banagher Glen is about four miles south of Dungiven, at the end of Magheramore Road. Banagher Glen Nature Reserve leads to Altnaheglish Reservoir with a walk along a surfaced road from the car park to Banagher Dam. Open every day with stunning views - and all for free! Photo: s

Visit the Coleraine campus of Ulster University for some disc golf - try out the 18 holes while taking in the magnificent arboretum en route. Go the university's Sports Centre for information, a map and discs - all free of charge

6. Hidden Gems

Visit the Coleraine campus of Ulster University for some disc golf - try out the 18 holes while taking in the magnificent arboretum en route. Go the university's Sports Centre for information, a map and discs - all free of charge Photo: s

Magheracross viewing point, between Portrush and Bushmills - the purpose-built viewing platform offers panoramic views of the Causeway Coast's stunning natural environment and coastal headlands. Visitors to the view point can enjoy views of the iconic Dunluce Castle and the Skerries, as well as the vast sandy dunes of Whiterocks Beach - one of many Blue Flag awarded beaches in the Causeway Coast and Glens.

7. Hidden Gems

Magheracross viewing point, between Portrush and Bushmills - the purpose-built viewing platform offers panoramic views of the Causeway Coast's stunning natural environment and coastal headlands. Visitors to the view point can enjoy views of the iconic Dunluce Castle and the Skerries, as well as the vast sandy dunes of Whiterocks Beach - one of many Blue Flag awarded beaches in the Causeway Coast and Glens. Photo: s

Benvarden is an historic estate between Ballybogey and Derrykeighan, consisting of a wonderfully preserved period house, a mature walled garden and beautiful landscaped grounds on the bank of the River Bush with a unique Victorian cast-iron bridge. It is a must-see location for visitors to the area.

8. Hidden Gems

Benvarden is an historic estate between Ballybogey and Derrykeighan, consisting of a wonderfully preserved period house, a mature walled garden and beautiful landscaped grounds on the bank of the River Bush with a unique Victorian cast-iron bridge. It is a must-see location for visitors to the area. Photo: s

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