🌐 If The Past Could Talk

Smithborough & the Ulster Canal

A disused lock and canal bed from the historic Ulster Canal, two 19th-century bridges, and a Gothic Revival Catholic church — 5 stops along a stretch of Ireland's once-vital, now-vanished inland waterway. Looking for things to do in Smithborough? Start here — no car, no ticket, no booking.

Stops on This Trail

1. Magherarny Bridge
2. Saint Mary's Catholic Church
3. Templetate Bridge
4. Templetate Lock
5. Ulster Canal, Templetate

For Schools

This trail is also available as a free printable classroom worksheet or full trail booklet — no site visit required. See how Classroom Prep Mode works →