About Bushmills
A northern village located on the River Bush, famed for a world-renowned distillery specializing in Irish whiskey.
Bushmills owes its name to the River Bush and to a large watermill that was built there in the early 17C
The village is best known as the location of the Old Bushmills Distillery, whose products include the Bushmills Original and Black Bush blends, as well as the 10-, 12-, 16-, and 21-year-old Bushmills Single Malts. To celebrate the 400th anniversary of distilling starting in the area the distillery released a unique whiskey called the "1608" which included crystal malt. The distillery draws its water, not from the River Bush itself, but from a tributary known as Saint Columbs Rill.
The Giant's Causeway, which attracts over two million visitors per year, is located 2 miles north of the town.
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Bayview Hotel
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Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this hotel is situated in the heart of the picturesque harbour-village of Portballintrae, 1.6 km from Bushmills.
The Bayview Hotel is close to the Giant's Causeway and Old Bushmills Distillery. Ideal for escaping the stresses of everyday life, the hotel's surroundings offer many opportunities for natural and cultural excursions and activities.
The hotel has good conference facilities, and Porthole Restaurant and Bar offers a pleasant space in which to enjoy a meal and drinks. An ideal destination for conferencing, golfing, business or leisure, the hotel and staff aim to cater to your requirements.
The hotel has a lift and interlinking and disabled rooms are available. Read more...
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