Visit Cookstown: Places to stay, things to do
Immerse yourself in the very heart of Ulster with a trip to the unspoilt County Tyrone. Nick Peers discovers mountains, lakes, ancient forest and the widest street in Northern Ireland

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The town itself dates back to the early 17th century, and is a shopper’s paradise with an eclectic mix of independent stores rubbing shoulders with high-street chains, plus a Saturday market, all located on the town’s main street.
If you’re looking for some gentle exercise during your stay, there are a number of rural local walks designed to let you soak up the area’s beauty, and Drum Manor Forest Park is also worth a visit with its mixture of gardens, ponds and an arboretum mixing with woodland.
If you’re willing to venture further afield, you’ll find plenty to do and see on the shores of Lough Neagh. Finally, wildlife lovers should check out three local Wildlife Trust reserves: Moyola Waterfoot, Ballynahone Bog (permission required to visit), and Teal Lough (best viewed from the road).