Ardmore, County Londonderry facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ardmore Irish: An tArd Mór
village and townland
Irish transcription(s)
• Derivation:	Ard Mór
• Meaning:	Great height
Ardmore Roman Catholic Church in 2006
Ardmore Location in Northern Ireland
Sovereign state	United Kingdom
Country	Northern Ireland
County	Londonderry
Barony	Tirkeeran
Civil parish	Clondermot
Settlements	Ardmore
Area
• Total	504.38 acre (204.11 ha)

Ardmore is a small village and townland located in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. Its name comes from the Irish words "An tArd Mór," which means "the great height." In 2001, about 210 people lived in Ardmore. It is part of the Derry and Strabane district.

Ardmore is known for its local sports teams. It also has a pub called McCourts Bar. Behind the pub, there are pitches for Gaelic football and soccer. The City Of Derry Equestrian Centre, a place for horse riding, is also located here.

Sports in Ardmore

Ardmore is a lively place for sports. Many residents enjoy playing and supporting local teams.

Cricket

• Ardmore Cricket Club is a well-known team in the area. They play cricket, a popular bat-and-ball game.

Other Sports

Ardmore also has teams for soccer and Gaelic football. These sports are very popular in Ireland. They bring the community together for games and events.

Ardmore's Railway History

Ardmore once had its own railway station. It was part of the Londonderry and Coleraine Railway line.

Station Opening and Closing

• The Ardmore railway station first opened on 4 July 1883.
• It served the village for many years.
• However, the station closed down on 1 January 1933.

Notable People from Ardmore

Ardmore is home to talented individuals. One example is a young champion.

Irish Dancing Champion

• Ria O'Kane is from Ardmore.
• She became the U12 Irish Dancing World Champion in 2024. This is a big achievement in the world of Irish dance.

See also

In Spanish: Ardmore (Derry y Strabane) para niños