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Newtownards
Address
21 Craigantlet Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4TETelephone
0300 013 3333Price
FreeType
Type:
Walking & Hiking
The Woodland Pathways offer five scenic walks, starting from the car park and weaving through beautiful mixed woodland. These trails are a favourite among families and local dog walkers. With trail lengths ranging from 1.7 to 4.5 km, the routes…
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Facilities
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
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Accessibility
- Ramp to main entrance - From car park level into woodland trailhead.
Price
Free-
Groomsport
Address
The Harbour, Main Street, Groomsport, County Down, BT19 6JRTelephone
+44 (0)28 9109 3038Type
Type:
Visitor Centres & Museums
Take a step back in time with a visit to the lovingly restored Cockle Row Cottages located beside the harbour, Groomsport.
Dates
- From:
- 5 June 2025to14 Sept 2025Various Opening Times
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Holywood
Address
Station Rd, Craigavad, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0BPTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9042 8165Type
Type:
Parkland Golf Course
Founded in 1881, Royal Belfast Golf Club lays claim to the title of the oldest golf course in Ireland. Visitors are assured of a very warm welcome and a wonderful golfing experience.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Facilities
Catering
- Restaurant on site
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Bangor
Address
Close to Signal Business Growth Centre, Innotec Drive, Bangor, County Down, BT19 7PGTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9045 4094Type
Type:
Nature and Wildlife
Accesible to all and perfect for a family stroll while looking at the local flora and fauna the area is maintained by Ulster Wildlife.
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Provider Preferences
- Dogs accepted by arrangement
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Bangor
Address
Valentine Road, Castle Park, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4BNTelephone
+44 (0)28 9127 0069Price
FreeType
Type:
Garden
It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. Varieties of flowers, plants, fruit and vegetables mix with sculptures and a unique fountain with a tongue twister! We are thrilled that the Walled Garden is now open all year round…
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- Dogs accepted by arrangement
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
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- On site parking
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Free -
Bangor
Address
Seacliff Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5HTTelephone
+44 (0) 7546 198 939Type
Type:
Adventure Sports
Learn to Sail or Powerboat at Ballyholme Yacht Club. Learn Navigation skills or take part in the summer sea swim series. There is something for everyone here from age three up.
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Groomsport
Address
Groomsport, County Down, BT19 6JPTelephone
+44 (0)28 9127 0069Type
Type:
Visitor Centres & Museums
Groomsport village is a delightful spot, with quaint village shops, cafes and popular eateries, including historic Cockle Row Cottages, a restored turn of the century fisherman's cottages.
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Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Donaghadee
Address
20 Shore Street, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0DGTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9188 4270Type
Type:
Cruising
Training in dinghy sailing & safety boat handling. Donaghadee Sailing Club is situated in Shore Street overlooking the harbour
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Bangor
Address
Valentine's Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4JHType
Type:
Theatre / Cinema
Omniplex located close to Bangor town centre showing the latest releases.
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Bangor
Address
150 Crawfordsburn Road, Bangor, County Down, BT19 1GBTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9185 2706Type
Type:
Parkland Golf Course
Premier pay and play golf facility with open Stableford every Friday. Visitors are always most welcome to come along and play the course..
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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Holywood
Address
High Street/Shore Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9ABTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0069Price
FreeType
Type:
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
Holywood's most well known feature is the town's Maypole, the only surviving in Ireland. Early maps show a Maypole has stood on the site since the 1620s and today is still the focus of the May Day Celebrations and Fair in the town.
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Free -
Comber
Address
Mahee Island, Ringneill Road, Comber, County Down, BT23 6EPTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
Churches & Sacred Sites
Nendrum is thought to have been set up by St Machaoi in the 5th Century and also has links to St Patrick in later sources. The monastery consists of 3 round dry stone walled enclosures, one within the other.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Price
Free -
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.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Free -
Portaferry
Address
Ballyquintin Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1RFTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
Type:
Churches & Sacred Sites
The church at St Cooey’s Wells is thought to date from the 7th century but only the foundation stones now remain. The Washing, Eye and Drinking wells in this peaceful, wooded dell are reputed to have healing powers.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Price
Free -
Newtownards
Address
203A Scrabo Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4SJTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9181 1491Price
FreeType
Type:
Country / Royal Park
This charming park is situated around the upper slopes and top of Scrabo Hill, near the area of Newtownards. When visitors come and explore, they will be able to view the panoramic sights of Strangford Lough as well as the surrounding countryside.
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Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- On site parking
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Free -
Portaferry
Address
11 Cloughey Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1NGTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
Churches & Sacred Sites
These ruined churches are situated one and a half miles north east of Portaferry on the Tullymally Road, east of the A2 to Cloughey and are signposted from Portaferry.
Price
Free -
Newtownards
Address
Movilla Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 8EZTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
Abbey / Priory
Movilla Abbey, Methodist and Church of Ireland.
As important as Bangor, Movilla was associated with Saint Finian of the 6th-century. As with many early monasteries, it was refounded as an Augustinian abbey in the Norman 12th century.
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Free -
Holywood
Address
Brook Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9BBTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
Holywood Motte is an Anglo-Norman castle mound, which probably had a ditch round its base and a timber palisade round the summit.
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Price
Free -
Portaferry
Address
Windmill Hill, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1RHTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
Type:
Viewpoint
Situated on the hill south east of the town below the stump of Portaferry Windmill, a lay by and a viewpoint has been provided. One can enjoy a breath-taking view of Strangford Lough from the mouth of the Lough to Greyabbey.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Price
Free -
Newtownards
Address
233 Bangor Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 7PHTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 3202Type
Type:
Visitor Centres & Museums
The Museum examines Ireland's role in the 1st World War with special reference to the cross-community involvement in the 3 local volunteer Divisions: the 10th and 16th (Irish) Divisions and the 36th (Ulster) Division.
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- On site parking
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- Wifi
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