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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-
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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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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Groomsport
Address
Main Street, Groomsport, County Down, BT19 6JPTelephone
028 9127 0069Type
Type:
Beach
Groomsport has one of Northern Ireland's few fully accessible beaches for all ages and abilities, located close to Bangor in County Down.
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Bangor
Address
105-107 High Street, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5BDTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9147 3508Price
FreeType
Type:
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.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Dogs accepted by arrangement
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Wifi
Price
Free -
Holywood
Address
Seapark Road, Holywood, County Down, BT18 0LHTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 5622Type
Type:
Mini Golf and Pitch and Putt
Seapark Recreation Grounds has one putting green of 18 holes. There is also putting equipment for hire.
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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.
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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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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
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.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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Bangor
Address
1 Marine Gardens, Queens Parade, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5AGTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9145 0746Gradings
- Four Star Quality Assurance
Type
Type:
Adventure Park / Playground
Enjoy a fun day out at Pickie Fun Park. Try out the 18-hole mini-golf course, giant pedal swans, Pickie Puffer train, children's play area, children's electric car track and more.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Facilities
Establishment Features
- Wifi
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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 -
Newtownards
Address
90 Bowtown Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 8SLTelephone
+447816 576102Price
FreeType
Type:
Art Gallery
The gallery seeks to promote quality Irish art in a relaxed atmosphere and displays a varied range of work. With emphasis on quality and innovative work, the gallery showcases both contemporary and semi-traditional styles.
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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Price
Free -
Donaghadee
Address
84 Warren Road, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0PQTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9188 3624Type
Type:
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.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
- From:
- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Facilities
Catering
- Restaurant on site
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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.
Facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
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 -
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
Free -
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
Seacliff Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4BNTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9127 5622Type
Type:
Mini Golf and Pitch and Putt
One nine hole pitch and putt course. Two 18 hole putting greens. 4 Tennis courts.
There is also putting and pitch and putt equipment for hire.
For booking information, please contact Bangor Sportsplex. -
Newtownards
Address
203A Scrabo Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4SJTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Price
FreeType
Type:
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.
Facilities
Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Price
Free
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