Forest, Parks & Gardens in Ards and North Down

Amongst the flora and fauna of our parks and gardens and trunks of towering trees, immerse yourself in the natural environment and enjoy these shared spaces with the many animals who have made here their home.

Inviting you to get back to nature, take a stroll through one of our beautiful forest landscapes such as Killynether Wood, where you can also take in a breathtaking 360 degree view from Scrabo Tower, explore the maintained gardens and woodland trails of the National Trust’s Mount Stewart House and Garden’s and dander through one of our many public parks.

Maintained public areas have seen us achieve Green Flag Awards and Ulster in Bloom over the years with much of the flora grown in the grounds of a little gem we call Bangor Castle Walled Garden – a must attraction for every holiday makers list.