
Lissanduff
This is a State Care Monument consisting of a pair of earthen concentric rings with an inner and outer enclosure. The site is often referred to as "The Cups and Saucers" due to its shape.
County
Antrim
Distance
0.5 miles
OS Map
Sheet 5
Nearest Town
Portbalintrae
Route Shape
Circular
Route Type
Coastal
Terrain
Hardcore path grass and steps
Grid Reference (Start)
C929424
Grid Reference (End)
C929424
Point of Interest
The "Cups and Saucers" earthworks
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Causeway Coast
Route Description
From the car park at the North end of the village follow the sign on the uphill path to Lissanduff earthworks. Turn right over some steps on the banks leading into the monument.
Lissanduff itself is quite unusual. Locally known as 'The Cups and Saucers', the site involves both wet and dry circular earthworks.
From this site there are fine views of Bushfoot Strand and Runkerry Point.
Retrace your steps to the car park by the same route.
Getting to the Start (by Public Transport)
Translink - journeyplanner.translink.co.uk
Getting to the Start (by Car)
Take A2 from Portrush or Bushmills and then the B145 to Portballintrae. Car park at the north end of town.
NOTE: There is no longer access to this site from Lissnaduff Avenue, only from main car park at river Bush.
Dogs
Dogs are allowed. Dogs must be kept under close control
Accessibility Grade
Accessible Facilities
The following facilities are available for users with limited mobility:
![]() | Shop (wheelchair accessible) |
![]() | Disabled parking |
Facilities
Car park, site interpretation panel
Toilets are available at the Community Centre in Portballintrae which has limited opening hours or in Bushmills
Publication
None
Publication Availability
N/A
