The County Down Fishing Villages Network comprises of four villages, these villages are listed below:

Portavogie derives its name from Port an Bhogaigh, which translated means "harbour of the bog". This quiet fishing village is the second largest fishing port next to Kilkeel and the fleet of trawlers provides a fascinating sight with daily comings and goings. [ more... ]

Ardglass derives its name from the Irish "ard glas" - the green hill. It owes its origins to the Anglo-Normans, but there is little evidence of a settlement there until the early middle ages. . . [ more... ]

Kilkeel is the most southerly fishing village on the County Down Coast and is the principal town of the "Kingdom of Mourne". . . . [ more... ]

Annalong is located approximately 5 miles North of Kilkeel and is steeped in a strong tradition of stonework and smuggling. . . . [ more... ]

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