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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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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-
Cloughey
Address
Main Road, Cloughey, County Down, BT22 1JBTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
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Castle / Fort
Traditionally believed to have been built by Roland Savage of Ballygalget in 1622, possibly reusing an earlier site.
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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.
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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- Restaurant on site
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Millisle
Address
Ballywalter Road, Millisle, County Down, BT22 2HSTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
Type:
Beach
Millisle Beach Park is an area of 150 metres of golden sand and a relatively safe bathing seawater lagoon extending out 50 metres. A jetty, slipways and paddling pool complement the lagoon area.
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
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- On site parking
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Bangor
Address
Bregenz House, 5 Quay Street, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5EDTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9145 3297Type
Type:
Marinas
Bangor Marina is located right in the heart of Bangor city centre close to all major road, rail and air transport networks. The Marina lies at the mouth of Belfast Lough offering exceptional access to world class yacht racing waters.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Comber
Address
Comber Square, Comber, County Down, BT23 5DXTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Price
FreeType
Type:
Historial figure
Situated in The Square in Comber, it was erected in 1845 to commemorate the bravery of Major General Robert 'Rollo' Gillespie born in the town in 1766. A list of his battles can be found on the sides of the pillar.
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
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Free -
Killinchy
Address
52 Ballydorn Road (near Sketrick Island), Whiterock, Killinchy, County Down, BT23 6QBTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9754 1663Type
Type:
Adventure Sports
Ballydorn is located upon the northeast coast of Ireland, upon Strangford Lough’s western shore and to the west of Rainey Island.
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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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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.
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Holywood
Address
High Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9ABTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0069Price
FreeType
Type:
Churches & Sacred Sites
Holywood Priory is an intersting and historic site close to the bustling town of Holywood.
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Bangor
Address
Bryansburn Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 3SUTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0069Price
FreeType
Type:
Public Park
An enchanting park leading onto the North Down Coastal Path.
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Bangor
Address
41 Balloo Road, Bangor, County Down, BT19 7PGTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9145 1457Type
Type:
Motor Sports and Karting
Race around an indoor karting track designed by Formula One superstar Eddie Irvine. Enjoy the adrenaline rush as you make your way around the track racing your friends.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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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.
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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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.
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
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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.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Bangor
Address
Station Road, Bangor, County Down, BT19 1EZTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 0368Type
Type:
Parkland Golf Course
There has been a course at Carnalea for over 100 years. Indeed Carnalea became Ireland’s first municipal golf club in 1927. Its beautiful seaside setting has superb views over Belfast Lough and the Antrim hills beyond. Long on history and ...
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Catering
- Restaurant on site
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Comber
Address
St Mary's Parish Church, The Square, Comber, County Down, BT23 5DUTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9187 3963Type
Type:
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.
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Groomsport
Address
101 Springwell Road, Groomsport, County Down, BT19 6LXTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9147 3586Type
Type:
Driving Range
Groomsport Golf Centre has been established for 22 years, we have 16 inside floodlit bays and over 100 yards of outside hitting bays. Our shop is well stocked with the latest brands at the best prices with our speciality being the golf trolley market
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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
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Kircubbin
Address
130 Rubane Road, Kircubbin, County Down, BT22 1AUTelephone
+44 (0) 28 4277 1325Type
Type:
Motor Sports and Karting
Kirkistown Motor Racing Circuit offers the opportunity of a lifetime, to have a driving experience in a Formula Ford Single Seater Racing Car.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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