and closing in October 1885, it is the shortest lived passenger railway line in Ireland. Notable people Donnchadh Ó Hámsaigh (1695 – 1807) – Irish harpist John Graham – Church of Ireland clergyman, a senior officer of the Orange Order, and a prolific author of poetic and historical works Eddie Butcher (1900 – 1980) – singer, songwriter and song collector References External links Magilligan Martello Tower The Lough Foyle Ferry Company History of Magilligan 1600-1800 Geography of County Londonderry Special Areas of Conservation in Northern Ireland Tourism in County Londonderry Tourist attractions in County Londonderry Beaches of Northern Ireland Causeway Coast and Glens district