Swatragh
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) Swatragh Church of Ireland | |
)  Location within Northern Ireland | |
| Population | 438 (2011 Census) |
| • Belfast | 43 mi (69 km) |
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| County | |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | MAGHERA |
| Postcode district | BT46 |
| Dialling code | 028 |
| UK Parliament | |
| NI Assembly | |
Swatragh (from Irish: an Suaitreach, meaning "billeted soldier")[1][2][3] is a small village and townland in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. Swatragh is on the main A29 road north of Maghera, and is situated within Mid-Ulster District. The population was 438 in the 2011 Census. The Clady River, a major watercourse in Northern Ireland, flows through the village. The village has three churches: one Roman Catholic, one Church of Ireland, and one Presbyterian. The Catholic and Church of Ireland churches are listed buildings. St John's is the local primary school.
Swatragh's name in Irish, an Suaitreach, is derived from a shortened form of Baile an tSuaitrigh meaning "townland of the billeted soldier".
Sport
Swatragh is home to Michael Davitt Gaelic Athletic Club. Several of the club's Gaelic football players have represented Derry GAA.
People
- Anthony Tohill - Gaelic footballer
- Terry McFlynn - professional association football player
References
- NI Neighbourhood Information Service
- NI population of settlements estimates from 2011 census
- Draft Magherafelt Area Plan 2015
- Culture Northern Ireland