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Jenny Watts Boat Trip

Trip departs from Pickie Jetty, Beside Pickie Funpark, Promenade, off Queen's Parade, Bangor, County Down, BT20 5AG
View of Bangor harbour and Marina from Coastal path

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Sea Bangor Weekend! Stay local and enjoy all that Bangor has to offer during this weekend of maritime celebration

Tour Guide: Paul Whitla | Skipper: Brian Meharg

Tour departs from the Jetty beside Pickie Funpark, Bangor

Join tour guide Paul Whitla and Brian Meharg, author of the children’s book "Jenny Watts Legend" and skipper of the Ocean Crest, onboard, to hear the story of infamous smuggler, Jenny Watt while enjoying a cruise around Bangor Bay, off Belfast Lough.

 

Things to note
No concessions.

Those aged under 18 yrs must be accompanied by a paying adult and also purchase a full price ticket.

Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for the boat trip.

Tickets close 24 hrs before activity.

 

Getting there

By car: From Belfast follow A2 to Bangor City Centre. Best to use local car park facilities near to the seafront area. Pickie Funpark area and the jetty is accessible by foot via Queen’s Parade and the promenade, BT20 5AG.

For local parking see: Car parking

By public transport: Train or bus to Bangor Station, located in the city centre. From the station walk straight out of the main entrance, heading down Main Street (past The Ava) and walk approximately 10-15 minutes down Main Street, taking a left along Queen’s Parade parallel to the seafront, and along the promenade for approximately another 10 minutes, bringing you to the Pickie Funpark area and the jetty, BT20 5AG.

See Translink for timetables.

 

Accessibility 
Whilst we endeavour to make our experiences accessible for all, limitations can prevent this. Unfortunately, on this occasion, the experience cannot accommodate wheelchair users. 


Carers 
Where practicable ANDBC will aim to accommodate carers and be as inclusive as possible. With such a diverse range of activities, operated by a number of providers, it is necessary for this to be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Please contact Bangor Visitor Information Centre on 028 9127 0069, and they will be able to address your enquiry.


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Opening Times

11am - 12.30pm (23 May 2026)
11am - 12.30pm (24 May 2026)

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