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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…
Dates
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Facilities
Accessibility
- Ramp to main entrance - From car park level into woodland trailhead.
Price
Free-
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.
Dates
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
- From:
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- From:
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- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Facilities
Catering
- Restaurant on site
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Bangor
Address
1 Marine Gardens, Queens Parade, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5HATelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0069Type
Type:
Adventure Park / Playground
A perfect area for a family day out. Picnic area, children's playground and views over Ballyholme Bay.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Donaghadee
Address
The Harbour, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0HFTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Type
Type:
Lighthouse
Donaghadee lies on the Irish Sea coast and as such is popular with water enthusiasts, anglers and those who simply like to be beside the seaside.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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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
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Donaghadee
Address
60 Upper Gransha Road, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0LZTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9446 1272Type
Type:
Miniature Railway
This 7 1/4" gauge miniature railway has about 2km of track with a variety of routes including bridges, cuttings, embankments, gradients and a twin-track tunnel. There is a station, picnic tables and the ticket office includes a small shop.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Newtownards
Address
Town Hall Arts Centre, Conway Square, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4NPTelephone
028 9181 0803Type
Type:
Arts Centre
Located in Newtownards’ beautifully restored Georgian Town Hall in the centre of town, the Ards Arts Centres a welcoming space which supports a wide range of community arts activities alongside our own initiatives.
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Cloughey
Address
Ardminnan Road, Cloughey, County Down, BT22 1QJTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Type
Type:
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
On the coast, two thirds of a mile south east of Cloughey village. This house appears to have been built about 1634 by Roland Savage, a cadet of the Ardkeen family.
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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.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- On site parking
Price
Free -
Portaferry
Address
8 Ballyquintin Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1RGTelephone
+44 (0) 28 4461 5520Price
FreeType
Type:
Nature and Wildlife
Ballyquintin Nature Reserve includes Ballyquintin Point at the tip of the Ards Peninsula, County Down where the Irish Sea enters Strangford Lough.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Price
Free -
Helen's Bay
Address
Fort Road, Helen's Bay, County Down, BT19 1PUTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
Castle / Fort
Situated in Helen's Bay, Grey Point Fort is one of the best preserved early 20th century coastal forts anywhere in the British Isles.
Price
Free -
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.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Price
Free -
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.
Price
Free -
Ballyhalbert
Address
Ballyhalbert Harbour, Ballyhalbert, County Down, BT22 1DLTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
Type:
Viewpoint
Burr Point, the most easterly point on the island.
Price
Free -
Bangor
Address
10 Kerrs Road, Bangor, County Down, BT19 7QDTelephone
+44 (0) 7855 462 614Type
Type:
Equestrian
At Gransha Equestrian Centre we welcome beginners and more experienced riders. We can taylor a ride out or lesson in any of our 4 arenas to suit your individual requirements on our lovely horses and ponies, accompanied by our friendly qualified staff
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Helen's Bay
Address
Bridge Road South, Helen's Bay, County Down, BT19 1JTTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9185 3621Price
FreeType
Type:
Country / Royal Park
With tranquil walks through peaceful meadows and wooded glens and a stunning waterfall, Crawfordsburn Country Park provides a relaxing natural retreat.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- Car parking - Car Parking is available at the Main Car Park, exit road lay by, Fort Road Car Park, Grey Point Fort and Sea Park, Coastguard Avenue.
Price
Free -
Holywood
Address
Church Road, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9BXTelephone
+44 (0) 7921 159 846Type
Type:
Game Fishing
This Trout Fishing Farm, Donaldson Lake, was opened in 1995. This four acre lake is situated on the Church Road, Holywood, within 10 minutes drive of Belfast, Newtownards and Bangor.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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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.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Price
Free -
Newtownards
Address
Lifeboat Station, The Strand, Newtownards, Co Down, BT22 1PFTelephone
+44 (0) 7703 209 780Type
Type:
Sailing
Portaferry Marina is situated on the east shore of The Narrows, the gateway to Strangford Lough, a marine nature reserve of unparalleled beauty, it is a good starting point on which to explore the Lough, and on-shore activities.
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Holywood
Address
Bangor Road, Holywood, County Down, BT19 6JFTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0069Price
FreeType
Type:
Public Park
A lovely park perfect for families located only a short distance from Holywood.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Price
Free
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