Gortin

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Gortin (Irish: An Goirtín) is a village in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland. It is situated ten miles (16 km) north of Omagh in the valley of the Owenkillew River, overlooked by the Sperrin Mountains. It had a population of 360 people in the 2001 Census. It at one point boasted nine pubs. The village is heavily dependent on agriculture for its economy, but the village is also trying to develop its tourism potential. Gortin is situated in the Omagh District Council area.

Contents 1 Places of interest 2 Sport 3 References 4 External links 5 See also

[edit] Places of interest

• The attraction in the area is the Gortin Glen Forest Park. This Forest Park was first opened in 1967 and covers some 15.34 km².
• The Ulster History Park closed down in recent years.

[edit] Sport

• Gortin St. Patrick's is the local Gaelic Athletic Association club.

[edit] References

• NI Neighbourhood Information Service
• Omagh District Council
• Forest Service NI

[edit] External links

• Gortin Glen Forest Park
• Boorinwood Music.

[edit] See also

• List of villages in Northern Ireland
• List of towns in Northern Ireland

Coordinates: 54°43′N, 7°15′W