Ballyrashane

Ballyrashane
village and civil parish
Coordinates: 55°08′31″N 6°36′18″W / 55.142°N 6.605°W / 55.142; -6.605

Ballyrashane (from Irish Baile Ráth Seain) is a small village and civil parish outside Coleraine, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. The civil parish of Ballyrashane covers areas of County Antrim (in the historic barony of Dunluce Lower), as well as County Londonderry (in the historic barony of North East Liberties of Coleraine).^[1] It is part of Causeway Coast and Glens district.

It is well known for its creamery, Ballyrashane Creamery, which processes milk, butter and cheese for shops and supermarkets all over Ireland and Europe.

Ballyrashane Flute Band recently celebrated their 100th year (2008).^[2] They are a traditional "First Flute" marching band, and are known locally as "The White Army" due to their distinctive uniform.

There are two churches in Ballyrashane - the Presbyterian,^[3] and St John's Church of Ireland ^[4]