Downhill is a village on the north-west coast of Northern Ireland in a strategically important position overlooking the North Atlantic not far from Lough Foyle.
Seacoast Road Downhill Co. Londonderry BT51 4RP
During the Second World War, authorities believed Downhill Beach was vulnerable to attack. Construction of a unique pillbox guarded against amphibious landings.
91 Bishops Road Downhill Co. Londonderry BT51 4SE
The Downhill Radar Site consists of still-standing remains of both the 1940 Chain Home Low Radar site and the upgraded 1941 A.M.E.S. Type 2 replacement site.
Mussenden Road Downhill Co. Londonderry BT51 4RP
During the Second World War, elements of the Royal Air Force had billets at Downhill House, while artillery batteries carried out training around Mussenden.
