Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster has officially opened the new Kribben Cottages complex in Annalong, Co Down.

The five self-catering cottages have been developed with assistance from Invest Northern Ireland have four-star accreditation from the Northern Ireland Tourist Board (NITB).

Minister Foster said: "If our tourism industry is to achieve the challenging objectives set in the Northern Ireland Executive's economic strategy, it is imperative that projects and accommodation such as this are in place.

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"These impressive and high quality cottages look fantastic are an asset to tourism in Annalong and the wider region. Kribben Cottages really represent a tremendous vote of confidence in the future of tourism in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty rich in tradition and heritage, and boasting unparalleled access to a number of stand-out attractions such as Spelga Dam, Silent Valley and, of course, the Mournes.

"The opening of this superb facility is also very timely as we look ahead to the Irish Open being held at Royal County Down, Newcastle next year. The cottages will also benefit from the continued growth in tourism that has been assisted by high profile events such as the recent Giro d'Italia cycling road race in May."

Kribben Cottages was previously called Dunnywater Cottages. Invest NI's support towards the construction of the cottages was first announced in 2012.

(JP/IT)