Ballybannan

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Ballybannon is a townland on the outskirts of the village of Annsborough close to the town of Castlewellan, County Down, Northern Ireland. The area contains some of the most majestic views [ citation needed ] of the Mourne Mountains. The townland covers the road, Ballybannon and some houses on the adjoining Wateresk Road. There is also a recognisable water works house in the townland. The new Mighty Maize Maze which is a fun farm park is also located in the townland. Near to the townland is the small village of Maghera, where there is a country pub, the Maghera Inn.

Coordinates: 54°15′13″N5°54′19″W / 54.25361°N 5.90528°W / 54.25361; -5.90528


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