Portstewart8 days agoCalls for statue to honour former Wings guitaristHenry McCullough, who toured with Jimi Hendrix and played at Woodstock, was born in Portstewart.8 days ago4 Jun 2026Bathing warning lifted after pollution investigationOfficials say the water at Portstewart Strand does not pose a risk to the public. 4 Jun 20263 Jun 2026Bathing warning issued after 'potential water pollution incident'The National Trust, which manages Portstewart Strand, has urged visitors to the beach to be vigilant.3 Jun 20261 Oct 2025Bathing alerts removed at two north coast beachesAdvice against bathing has been removed for Portstewart Strand and Downhill.1 Oct 202527 Sep 2025Bathing alerts remain at two north coast beaches over weekend The National Trust, which manages Portstewart Strand, has urged visitors to remain vigilant this weekend.27 Sep 202524 Sep 2025Disappointment as algae prompts bathing alerts at two beachesSwimming is not permitted at Downhill or Portstewart, and Castlerock is also being monitored.24 Sep 202527 May 2025Dead minke whale removed from beachA dead minke whale washed up at Portstewart Strand in County Londonderry on Sunday evening.27 May 202527 May 2025'It's quite an amazing creature' - whale washes up on beachThe National Trust has asked the public to keep a distance from the carcass while it works with other agencies and experts "to determine next steps".27 May 202526 May 2025Public urged to keep distance as dead minke whale washes up on beachThe National Trust has asked the public to keep a safe distance while it works with experts and other agencies.26 May 2025...
