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Coordinates:55.134, -6.685
Dialling code: 02870 (Coleraine)
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Waterside sits on the east bank of the River Foyle within the Causeway Coast and Glens council area, forming the eastern part of Derry/Londonderry. It mixes residential suburbs with industrial estates and port facilities around Foyle Port, and acts as a practical gateway towards neighbouring County Donegal and the Inishowen peninsula. Recent regeneration around the former barracks at Ebrington and better pedestrian links such as the Peace Bridge have improved connectivity with the city centre and supported local businesses and events.

Historically the area developed around shipping, trade and defence, and its social character has been shaped by those roles during the 20th century; today there’s a noticeable community focus on arts, festivals and waterfront activity that complements the more commercial parts of the city. The ward’s location makes it handy for visitors exploring regional attractions such as the Giant's Causeway while also reflecting the city’s ongoing mix of culture, commerce and history.

Postcode districts covering Waterside

Neighbouring places

Example postcodes in Waterside

Transport links

  • City of Derry Airport 19.9 miles32 km
  • Belfast International Airport 37.8 miles60.8 km
  • Coleraine Railway Station 0.9 miles1.4 km
  • University Railway Station 1.3 miles2.1 km

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Schools in Waterside

  • Coleraine College Secondary
  • Coleraine Grammar Secondary
  • D H Christie Memorial Primary School Primary
  • Killowen Primary School Primary
  • Loreto College Secondary
  • St John's Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • The Diamond, Coleraine Historic site 0.5 miles0.9 km
  • Somerset Estate 1.2 miles1.9 km
  • Cromore Estate 2.4 miles3.8 km
  • Castleroe Estate 2.7 miles4.3 km
  • Portstewart Beach Beach 3.2 miles5.1 km
  • Portstewart Strand Beach 4 miles6.5 km
  • Beardiville Estate 4.6 miles7.4 km
  • Downhill Estate 4.7 miles7.5 km
  • Portrush Historic site 5 miles8.1 km
  • Portrush Harbour Harbour 5.1 miles8.2 km
  • Dunluce Castle Archaeological site 6.1 miles9.8 km
  • Benvardin House Estate 6.6 miles10.7 km