Ballyhalbert (formerly known as Talbotston and Halbertston)[1] is a small village and townland in County Down, Northern Ireland.

[citation needed] The easternmost settlement of Ireland, Burr Point, is within Ballyhalbert's environs.

[6] In May 1917 four vessels, the Saint Mungo, Derrymore, Amber and the Morion, were captured and sunk in Ballyhalbert Bay, by U-boat UC 65 under the command of Otto Steinbrinck, one of the most famous U-boat commanders of World War I.

[citation needed] In stormy weather, although sea defences have been implemented, waves crashing against the coast leave debris on main roads.

[citation needed] In the 21st century, a car park opposite the gospel hall has had numerous repairs to protect it from the sea.