Lenaderg

Lenaderg Láithreach Deirce
Village
Former millhouses in Lenaderg in 2009
54°22′26″N 6°17′31″W / 54.374°N 6.292°W / 54.374; -6.292
Population  (2001)
• Total	261

Lenaderg is a small village and townland of 335 acres (136 ha)^[1] in County Down, Northern Ireland. It sits on the banks of the River Bann, about two miles from Banbridge and a half mile from the village of Lawrencetown. It is situated in the civil parish of Tullylish and the historic barony of Iveagh Lower, Upper Half.^[1] In the 2001 Census it had a population of 261 people.^[2] Lenaderg is within the District of Banbridge.

Its name is derived from the Irish language. One theory is that it comes from Léana Dhearg meaning "red meadow".^[3] However, the townland was historically called Laraderick and Laraghderick, which is believed to be derived from Láithreach Deirce.^[3]

Industry

Milltown Bleach Works at Lenaderg, was demolished mid-20th century. A group of mill workers’ houses still remains.

Transport

Lenaderg railway station was opened on 1 January 1904, closed to passengers in 1907 and finally closed altogether on 2 May 1955.^[4] It was on the line from Scarva to Banbridge.

See also

• List of towns and villages in Northern Ireland
• List of townlands in County Down

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