Tamlaght O'Crilly

The Tamlaght O'Crilly ward is situated in the Mid Ulster District of Northern Ireland. It is a largely rural area characterised by agricultural land and small settlements. The landscape includes low-lying fields and gentle drumlins, with Lough Neagh's shoreline forming part of its eastern boundary. This proximity to the lough influences local geography and activities. The ward contains the village of Bellaghy and several smaller townlands.

Bellaghy is a central focal point, with a traditional plan centred on a main street. The area has historical significance related to the 17th-century plantation settlements. Seamus Heaney, the Nobel laureate poet, was born near Bellaghy and the landscape features prominently in his work; the Seamus Heaney HomePlace is a cultural centre in the village. The rural townlands maintain a strong agricultural character, with farming being a primary economic activity.