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Ardboe

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About

The Ardboe ward lies along the western shore of Lough Neagh, encompassing a low-lying landscape of farmland, small settlements, and wetland edges. Its terrain is primarily agricultural, with fields divided by hedgerows and drainage ditches that lead toward the lough's reedy margins. The ward includes the rural communities around Ardboe village and the smaller hamlets scattered across the peninsula, with a network of narrow roads connecting them.

A dominant feature is the historic Ardboe High Cross, a 10th-century monastic standing cross situated on a raised site overlooking the water. The lough itself shapes daily life, with several piers and old stone boat houses lining the shore, reflecting a longstanding connection to fishing and eel harvesting. The area includes tracts of wet woodland and fen, part of the Lough Neagh ecosystem, where the land meets the water in a gradual, marshy transition.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.