Portrush and Dunluce
Ward in Causeway Coast and Glens, Northern Ireland
| Coordinates: | 55.203, -6.597 |
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| Population: | 6,684 |
| Dialling code: | 02870 (Coleraine) |
The area around Portrush and Dunluce lies on the rugged north coast of Causeway Coast and Glens, Northern Ireland, and combines a lively seaside resort with dramatic historic scenery. Portrush is known for its sandy beaches, surf-friendly waves and promenade, while the nearby clifftop ruins of Dunluce Castle provide a striking medieval landmark; the presence of Royal Portrush Golf Club has also put the locality on the international golfing map.
Tourism and hospitality dominate the local economy, producing a strong summer pulse alongside fishing and small-scale local trades, and the ward serves as a gateway to the Causeway Coastal Route and the Giant's Causeway for walkers and heritage visitors. Community events, music and folklore remain important socially, and there is an ongoing local focus on balancing visitor‑driven development with conservation of coastline and historic sites.
Postcode districts covering Portrush and Dunluce
Neighbouring places
- Hopefield Ward 2.1 miles3.4 km
- Atlantic Ward 3.7 miles6 km
- Dundooan Ward 4.3 miles6.9 km
- Quarry Ward 4.8 miles7.8 km
- University Ward 4.9 miles7.8 km
- Portstewart Ward 4.9 miles7.9 km
- Giant's Causeway Ward 5.4 miles8.6 km
- Mountsandel Ward 5.9 miles9.5 km
- Waterside Ward 5.9 miles9.5 km
- Windy Hall Ward 6.4 miles10.3 km
- Castlerock Ward 6.6 miles10.7 km
- Churchland Ward 6.7 miles10.7 km
Example postcodes in Portrush and Dunluce
BT57 8YP, BT56 8AR, BT57 8SA, BT56 8FT, BT56 8DB, BT57 8YW, BT56 8DP, BT57 8RN, BT57 8TT … See all
Transport links
- City of Derry Airport 24.9 miles40.1 km
- Belfast International Airport 40.6 miles65.3 km
- Portrush Railway Station 2.2 miles3.6 km
- Dhu Varren Railway Station 2.6 miles4.2 km
Hotels in Portrush and Dunluce Ad
- Bank Apartments Portrush 3
- Albany Lodge 3
- Bayview Hotel 4
- Golflinks Hotel 3
- The Marcus Portrush, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 4
- Royal Court Hotel 3
- The Port Hotel
- Portrush Atlantic Hotel 3
Schools in Portrush and Dunluce
- Portrush Primary School Primary
- St Patrick's Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Dunluce Castle Archaeological site 0.6 miles0.9 km
- Dunluce Castle Historic site 0.9 miles1.4 km
- Portrush Historic site 2.2 miles3.6 km
- Portrush Harbour Harbour 2.4 miles3.9 km
- Beardiville Estate 2.5 miles4.1 km
- Dundarave Estate 3.2 miles5.1 km
- Ballylough House Estate 4.6 miles7.3 km
- Cromore Estate 4.8 miles7.7 km
- Portstewart Beach Beach 5.7 miles9.1 km
- Benvardin House Estate 5.7 miles9.2 km
- The Diamond, Coleraine Historic site 5.7 miles9.2 km
- Somerset Estate 6.9 miles11 km