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Cloughey
Castle / Fort
Traditionally believed to have been built by Roland Savage of Ballygalget in 1622, possibly reusing an earlier site.
Helens Bay
Beach
Beautiful sandy beach with excellent facilities, all within twenty minutes drive of Belfast.
Bangor
Art Gallery
Destination spot for Terry Bradley collectors and art enthusiasts from across the globe. Whether you are passing through or spending the day on the beautiful Peninsula, be sure to pop in and experience all that Bradley Art has to offer.
Newtownards
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.
Donaghadee
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.
Kircubbin
Distillery
Discover how Echlinville Distillery captures the flavour, colour and mouthfeel of their spirits, before settling down to relax and enjoy them in the bar.
Comber
Churches & Sacred Sites
St Mary’s Parish Church stands on the site of a Cistercian Abbey built in 1199. It was of similar size and architecture to the one in Greyabbey and survived until 1543 when it was closed by order of Henry VIII. The present church dates from 1840.
Newtownards
Tower
At the top of Scrabo Hill, overlooking Strangford Lough and the whole of North Down, is Scrabo Tower. The tower, which was built in 1857, is one of Northern Ireland’s best known landmarks and the views from the top are spectacular.
Donaghadee
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.
Donaghadee
Parkland Golf Course
Founded in 1899, this part-seaside and part open parkland course has several lurking water hazards to catch the unthinking shot. The eighteenth is an intimidating finishing hole with out of bounds on both left and right.
Killinchy
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.
Bangor
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.
Newtownards
Driving Range
18 covered floodlit bays, 10 outside bays.
Also Explanar Teaching centre, resident PGA professional Gordon Fairweather.
Bangor
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.
Holywood
Visitor Centres & Museums
Refresh the connection at Ulster Folk Museum, a place where traditions and heritage skills are preserved and celebrated to help shape future generations.
Bangor
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..
Ballyhalbert
Viewpoint
Burr Point, the most easterly point on the island.
Millisle
Windmill
Late 18th-century tower mill in use until 1915 and still in working order. Take a virtual tour and discover this unique building.
Bangor
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.
Comber
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…