Ballyknock - County Down's Best Kept Secret

As a young boy of seven my parents sent me to my Aunt Mamie's home in Ballyknock to avoid the sectarian riots which were raging in Belfast. I was too young to understand the gravity of events that were taking place and was therefore quite happy to enjoy the freedom and adventure which the beautiful countryside offered. So commenced my love affair with Ballyknock, the jewel of fair Kilwarin, nestling in the fertile valley of the river Lagan. This website is built as a tribute to the little hamlet, which has had such a great impact on my life and my family's life. Anyone wishing to contribute to this website please do not hesitate.

Larry Montague.