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.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.
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

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

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...

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

Dog Leap sculpture in Roe Valley Country Park in Limavady which derives its name from 'Leim an Mhadaidh' and means ‘Leap of the Dog’. The Dog Leap relates to a faithful guard dog of the O'Cahan's which is said to have leapt over the river gorge to warn its master of approaching enemies. Take a walk though the beautiful Roe Valley Country Park to see this

9. Hidden Gems

Dog Leap sculpture in Roe Valley Country Park in Limavady which derives its name from 'Leim an Mhadaidh' and means ‘Leap of the Dog’. The Dog Leap relates to a faithful guard dog of the O'Cahan's which is said to have leapt over the river gorge to warn its master of approaching enemies. Take a walk though the beautiful Roe Valley Country Park to see this Photo: s

The Windyhill Road, also known as the Murder Hole Road, connecting Limavady and Coleraine is said to be haunted by the ghost of a highway man named Cushy Glen who murdered his travelling victims after robbing them. As part of the Limavady Sculpture Trail, you can visit a statue of Cushy at Largantea Picnic area - and take in the stunning scenery too

10. Hidden Gems

The Windyhill Road, also known as the Murder Hole Road, connecting Limavady and Coleraine is said to be haunted by the ghost of a highway man named Cushy Glen who murdered his travelling victims after robbing them. As part of the Limavady Sculpture Trail, you can visit a statue of Cushy at Largantea Picnic area - and take in the stunning scenery too Photo: s

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