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Bangor
Address
Castle Park Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4TFTelephone
+44 (0) 300 013 3333Price
FreeType
Type:
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
This impressive building was built for the Hon Robert Edward Ward and his family in 1852. It is presently the headquarters of Ards and North Down Borough Council who use the mansions spectacular grand salon as the council chamber.
Price
FreeFacilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Newtownards
Address
Mount Stewart, Portaferry Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT22 2ADTelephone
02842787769Price
FreeType
Type:
Nature and Wildlife
The Lookout is a wildlife interpretative centre, showcasing the wildlife around the Strangford Lough area. Telescopes and remotely controlled camers allow close up views of basking seals and breeding seabird colonies.
Price
FreeFacilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Helens Bay
Address
Crawfordsburn Country Park, Helens Bay, County Down, BT20 5EDTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0069Price
FreeType
Type:
Beach
Beautiful sandy beach with excellent facilities, all within twenty minutes drive of Belfast.
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FreeMillilse
Address
218 Abbey Road, Millilse, County Down, BT22 2DHTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9186 2300Type
Type:
Craft Workshops and Courses
Eden Pottery's studio, shop and café are set in the countryside of Ards Peninsula, surrounded by fields, with Strangford Lough on one side and beaches and the seaside on the other. You can come along and create your own masterpiece in the studio.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Bangor
Address
Newtownards Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4JFTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0069Price
FreeType
Type:
Abbey / Priory
Founded in 558AD the main body of the building dates from 1830's, the tower from 15th century and steeple dates around 1693. Interesting gravestones include a memorial to the assistant surgeon of the Titanic, local man John Edward Simpson.
Price
FreeFacilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Cloughey
Address
Ardminnan Road, Cloughey, County Down, BT22 1QJTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
Type:
Churches & Sacred Sites
Within it are the ruins of a medieval church which is believed to be the Church of Ardmacossce or Ardmacaisse, mentioned in the Taxation of Pope Nicholas, 1306, along with an unusual cross-carved boulder.
Price
FreeBangor
Address
Broadway, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4RHTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0922Type
Type:
Parkland Golf Course
Bangor Golf Club is situated on the outskirts of Bangor overlooking Belfast lough and the Antrim Hills. It is a Private Members Club with upwards of 1,000 playing and social members. Bangor Golf Club was founded in 1903 with a nine hole golf course.
Facilities
Catering
- Restaurant on site
Newtownards
Address
296 Bangor Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 7PHTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 0445Type
Type:
Open Farm
The Ark Open Farm is a fantastic family day out; the farm itself is set in 40 acres of beautiful countryside between Newtownards and Bangor. It’s home to a huge selection of farm animals and some that are a little more exotic.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Wifi
- Wi-fi available
Newtownards
Address
High Street, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 7HZTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
Type:
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
At the east of High Street in Newtownards the Market Cross was built in 1636 but was destroyed by Commonwealth troops in 1653.
Price
FreeFacilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Ballywalter
Address
Springvale Road, Ballywalter, County Down, BT22 2PETelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
Type:
Beach
A long sandy beach which offers enjoyment for all.
Price
FreeFacilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Bangor
Address
Bangor Seafront, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5EDTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0069Type
Type:
Marinas
Picturesque promenade, leading from town centre to coastal path, past the prestigious marina. Sites include historic McKee Clock, Bregenz House the Headquarters of HM Coastguard, and Pickie Funpark.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Conlig
Address
51 Tower Road, Conlig, County Down, BT23 7PNTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 1767Type
Type:
Parkland Golf Course
36 Holes. There are two courses in wooded undulating parkland/heathland with clusters of gorse bushes and copses ready to claim the wayward shots.
Facilities
Catering
- Restaurant on site
Bangor
Address
12 Meadow Way, Crawfordsburn, Bangor, County Down, BT19 1JJTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9185 3081Type
Type:
Sightseeing
'Plantsman's Garden Tours' offer incredible access to the gardens of historic stately homes and the privately owned masterpieces of Co. Down and Northern Ireland together with those of the Republic of Ireland.
Bangor
Address
Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4TBTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0069Price
FreeType
Type:
Public Park
Stroll through this beautiful wooded wonderland which is an exhilarating experience throughout the seasons.
Price
FreeFacilities
Provider Preferences
- Dogs accepted by arrangement
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Comber
Address
Castle Espie, 78 Ballydrain Road, Comber, County Down, BT23 6EATelephone
+44 (0) 28 9187 4146Gradings
- Four Star Quality Assurance
Type
Type:
Nature and Wildlife
WWT Castle Espie is an extraordinary day out for the whole family. Escape the everyday, reconnect with nature, and experience the wonder of wetlands on the picturesque shores of Strangford Lough. Visit Castle Espie all year round and discover new…
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- Parking (free)
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Wifi
- Wi-fi available
Killinchy
Address
52A Ballymorran Road, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6UDTelephone
+44 (0) 7711 484 850Gradings
- Five Star Quality Assurance
Type
Type:
Cookery School
Tracey's cottage is located only 30 minutes from Belfast in a Marine Nature Reserve on Strangford Lough. Join her to make Soda and Wheaten Breads and to enjoy a feast of homemade treats around the Farmhouse Kitchen table. A hands on experience.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Ramp / Level Access
- Ramp to main entrance
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Wifi
- Wi-fi available
Killinchy
Address
Sketrick Island, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6QHTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
Castle / Fort
Sketrick Castle is located on Sketrick Island which is reached by a causeway on the west coast of Strangford Lough. This large tower house was built in the mid 15th century and was actively involved in warfare during the 16th century.
Price
FreeKillinchy
Address
52A Ballymorran Road, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6UDTelephone
+44 (0) 7749 011 283Type
Type:
Food Tour
A wellness experience and combines two experiences in one.
Holywood
Address
Demesne Road, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9LETelephone
+44 (0) 28 9042 3135Type
Type:
Parkland Golf Course
Set high in the Holywood Hills, County Down we are just seven miles outside Belfast and have breathtaking views of Belfast Lough and the Antrim Coast. Visit the home course of world golf star Rory McIlroy. Get a photo taken with the major trophies.
Facilities
Catering
- Restaurant on site
Holywood
Address
Old Holywood Road, Holywood, County Down, BT4 2HLTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9185 3621Price
FreeType
Type:
Country / Royal Park
Redburn Country Park is set on an escarpment above Belfast Lough. There are 7km of pathways with spectacular views of Belfast and the south Antrim hills.
Price
FreeFacilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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