Archaeological sites · Northern Ireland
Hillsborough Fort
In or near Ravernet.
Hillsborough Fort — a archaeological in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Lisburn · 6.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Hillsborough Fort is a archaeological located in northern-ireland, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Hillsborough Fort is an archaeological site located in Northern Ireland. It is known for its historical significance and its well-preserved earthworks that date back to the 17th century. The fort is a notable example of military architecture from this era.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 54.4607, -6.0810
- District
- Lisburn and Castlereagh
- Postcode
- BT26 6GN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lagan Valley
- Nearest railway station
- Lisburn — 6.4 km
Sources
- osm: node/703696092 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hillsborough Fort?
- Hillsborough Fort is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT26 6GN).
- What is Hillsborough Fort?
- Hillsborough Fort — a archaeological in northern-ireland, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Hillsborough Fort?
- The nearest railway station is Lisburn, about 6.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT26 6GN.
- Is Hillsborough Fort free to visit?
- Yes, Hillsborough Fort is free to enter.
- How do I get to Hillsborough Fort?
- The nearest railway station is Lisburn, about 6.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BT26 6GN.