Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council’s Museum Services have launched an engaging new heritage trail for Coleraine, offering residents and visitors a fresh way to explore the town’s rich architectural and cultural history.
The initiative has been developed as part of a project supported by the Department for Communities’ Historic Environment Fund 2025–26 Revival Stream.
Working in partnership with Primary 7 pupils from D.H. Christie Memorial Primary School, the project has produced a beautifully illustrated guide showcasing more than 20 of Coleraine’s historic buildings. The guide features watercolour images inspired by illuminated addresses held in the collections of Coleraine Museum, the Honourable The Irish Society and Libraries NI, alongside historic photographs from the collections of Robert Anderson and Sammy Walker.
To further enhance the visitor experience, the heritage trail is accompanied by a detailed 3D map of Coleraine town centre, along with scale models of a number of the featured buildings. Using innovative Museum-in-a-Box technology, users can also listen to audio narration that brings the stories behind each location to life.
Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Oliver McMullan, said: "It’s wonderful to see our Museum Services team bringing Coleraine’s rich history to life in such an innovative way. This trail not only celebrates the town’s heritage, but also gives residents and visitors a chance to explore, learn, and connect with the stories that make Coleraine unique.
"I’m particularly delighted to see young people involved in the project, helping to shape the way we share our local history for future generations."
The display will be housed at Museum Services’ Coleraine History Hub in the Diamond Centre, where copies of the heritage trail guide will be available.
Designed as the perfect companion for a leisurely walk through the town, the guide can also be collected from Coleraine Town Hall, local Visitor Information Centres and libraries.
It is also available to download via the Northern Ireland Community Archive
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council remains committed to preserving and promoting the Borough’s rich heritage, ensuring it can be enjoyed by future generations.
Primary 7 pupils of DH Christie Memorial Primary School who contributed to Coleraine Heritage Trail at the launch in Coleraine Town Hall on Friday. Back from left:- Mr P Henry, Principal; Ms S Blair, P7 Teacher; J Honeyford, Museum Services Community Engagement Officer; Charlotte McFadden; Sarah Calvin, Museum Services Development Manager.
Primary 7 pupils of DH Christie Memorial Primary School who contributed content to Coleraine Heritage Trail, pictured with some of the 3D models of featured buildings.
Mr P Henry, Principal of DH Christie Memorial Primary School and Sarah Calvin, Museum Services Development Manager, with P7 pupils who contributed to Coleraine Heritage Trail
Museum Services’ staff pictured with staff and P7 pupils of DH Christie Memorial Primary School at the launch of the Coleraine Heritage Trail guide and 3D map at Coleraine Town Hall.