Dunluce Lodge, Portrush, Northern Ireland

With Portrush preparing to welcome the world for The Open 2025, the highly anticipated Dunluce Lodge development required a landscape solution that was both structurally robust and visually sympathetic to the surrounding natural beauty of the Causeway Coast. Colinwell was selected to supply our Allan Block Retaining Wall System in Yorkstone, providing a modern engineered solution with a traditional aesthetic, perfect for a luxury hotel destination. 

Over 65m² of Allan Block Retaining Wall System in Yorkstone was installed throughout the Dunluce Lodge Hotel, delivered by Martin & Hamilton. Thank you to Retain Solutions for specifying Allan Block for this spectacular build.  

The Challenge 

Specific areas across the hotel grounds required a durable retaining wall system to hold back land material while also enhancing visual appeal and blend in with the natural surroundings. The design had to accommodate uneven ground, stairways, corners and exposure to changing weather conditions.    

Our Solution 

We provided a high quality, low maintenance, BBA-approved Allan Block Retaining Wall System in Yorkstone. The system offered the flexibility to meet every design requirement – using classic Allan blocks for the main structure, corner blocks for a seamless finish and wall caps. The chamfered edge delivered both an elegant finish and anti-climb safety measure. 

The Result 

The Allan Block Retaining Wall System at Dunluce Lodge was completed on schedule, contributing to the final landscape plan that elevates the luxury experience for guests. The result is a long-lasting, aesthetically pleasing Allan Block Retaining Wall System that complements the landscape and enhances the functionality of paths, stairs, and ramps. 

Made with 65% recycled material and manufactured locally in Northern Ireland, this system supports effective drainage and meets all UK and EU regulations, delivering both environmental performance and peace of mind. 

To learn more Allan Block Retaining Wall System, visit https://www.colinwell.com/products/colinwell-allan-block-retaining-wall-systems or contact us today.