kids encyclopedia robot

Annacloy River facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Annacloy River, September 2010 (02)
Annacloy River at Annacloy, September 2010

The Annacloy River is a river located in County Down, Northern Ireland. It begins its journey in the Dromara Hills and eventually flows into Strangford Lough.

Where the River Flows

The Annacloy River starts when two smaller rivers meet. The Ballynahinch River flows east through Ballynahinch. The Carson's Dam River flows south through Crossgar. These two rivers join together at a place called Kilmore.

From Kilmore, the combined water forms the Annacloy River. As it continues its journey, the river changes its name further downstream. Near Downpatrick, it becomes known as the River Quoile. The River Quoile then empties into the southwestern part of Strangford Lough.

River Features

Along its path, the Annacloy River has different sections. Between Mason's bridge and Kilmore, the river has many rapids and small waterfalls called weirs. These parts of the river can be quite fast-moving.

Further downstream, between Kilmore and Annacloy, the river becomes calmer. However, there are still a few weirs in this section. After Annacloy, the river flows smoothly all the way to Jane's Shore in Downpatrick.

The River Quoile

The river is mostly called the River Quoile once it passes Annacloy. It flows through Downpatrick and reaches a structure called the Barrage. This is where the River Quoile finally flows into Strangford Lough.

Currently, canoeing is not allowed on the river below Jane's Shore. This area is part of the Quoile Pondage National Nature Reserve, which is a protected natural space.

kids search engine
Annacloy River Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.