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Newtownbutler

Also known as: An Baile Nua, Contae Fhear Manach

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Newtownbutler — village in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, UK.

Newtownbutler County Fermanagh - geograph.org.uk - 1865609

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Typical visit
3 h–6 h
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

Newtownbutler is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 989 people. Wikidata describes it as: "village in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, UK". Coordinates: 54.1820°, -7.3610°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Newtownbutler (also sometimes written as Newtown Butler or Newtown-Butler) is a village in the south-east of County Fermanagh in Northern Ireland. It is in the south-east corner of the county, being near Upper Lough Erne, the border with both County Monaghan and County Cavan, and the town of Clones. It is surrounded by small lakes and bogland. According to the 2021 census, it had a population of 972 people. The village is the largest settlement within the Barony of Coole.

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Background

History

Newtownbutler began to be built as a Plantation village in the early 18th century. It was built within the townland of Aghagay (Irish: Achadh Gé). The Battle of Newtownbutler took place nearby in 1689 during the Williamite War in Ireland.

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Coordinates
54.1820, -7.3610
Postcode
BT92 8EN
Parliamentary constituency
Fermanagh and South Tyrone
Population
989

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Newtownbutler?
Newtownbutler is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT92 8EN).
Is Newtownbutler free to visit?
Yes, Newtownbutler is free to enter.
How do I get to Newtownbutler?
Drivers can navigate to postcode BT92 8EN. It sits within the Fermanagh and South Tyrone parliamentary constituency.