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Slieve Donard behind Newcastle's beachfront main street, County Down

Newcastle, County Down Newcastle is a small town in County Down. It is a seaside resort lies on the Irish Sea coast at the base of Slieve Donard, the highest mountain in Ulster where the Mourne Mountains come down to the sea. It is known for its sandy beach and the Royal County Down Golf Club. The town aims to promote itself as the "activity resort" and while its most special attribute is its location at the foot of Slieve Donard, Newcastle has also lately revitalised its facilities as a seaside attraction. (Read more)