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- ↑ Deane, C. D. (1983). The Ulster Countryside. The University Press (Belfast) Ltd. ISBN 0-903152-17-7
- ↑ Nesbitt, N. (1979). A Museum in Belfast. Ulster Museum. Publication No. 233