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Derry City Independent Hostel (Annexe)
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Derry City Independent Hostel (Annexe)

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55.001°N, 7.326°W
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You wake to the creak of old floorboards and the distant murmur of the River Foyle, right in the heart of Derry's walled city.

This straightforward annexe hostel suits budget travellers, solo explorers and anyone wanting a roof over their head while exploring Northern Ireland's northwest coast and the Wild Atlantic Way. The camping pod option gives you a step up from canvas if the weather turns, though you're still very much in town rather than out on the fells. Dog policy needs checking ahead, so ring before you pack the lead.

Facilities aren't detailed here, so expect basic bunkhouse comforts rather than bells and whistles — this is about location and shelter, not luxury. Campfires need confirming on arrival; you're in an urban setting so open flames may not be on the cards. Open all year, which counts for a lot when Atlantic squalls blow in off Donegal. The vibe is functional and friendly, a place to drop your pack between days walking the city walls or heading out to the Inishowen Peninsula.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
16°C
Overcast
8 mph
89%
7-Day Outlook
Today
18° / 16°
100%
Tue
16° / 13°
100%
Wed
15° / 12°
53%
Thu
14° / 11°
82%
Fri
16° / 11°
55%
Sat
15° / 11°
52%
Sun
15° / 7°
39%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
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3 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Maggie Murphy's Lane

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2.63 km from campsite
Operator: Derry City and Strabane District Council

Green Road

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5.48 km from campsite
Operator: Derry City and Strabane District Council

Mill Path

Walking routeLocal network
9.93 km from campsite
Operator: Derry City and Strabane District Council

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