Murlough Nature Reserve County Down Northern Ireland

Nature Reserves

Northern Ireland is blessed with natural assets- and we want everyone to appreciate them.  Natures Reserves across Northern Ireland provide a haven for wildlife and habitats with breathtaking scenery and sounds. 

From Kebble Nature Reserve at Rathlin Island, just off the coast of County Antrim to Castle Archdale in County Fermanagh visitors are enticed by the natural beauty and outstanding array of wildlife.

Experience a sighting of Guillemots, razorbills and kittiwakes as they raise their young on the bare ledges of the cliffs at Kebble Nature reserve during May to July.  Iconic Puffins can also be found here nesting deep within the cliff grassland. 

The Nature Reserves also attract a wide range of other animals such as ducks, snipe, grebes, coots and common seals can also be spotted in various locations throughout the province.  

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murlough nature reserve1 Murlough National Nature Reserve, Dundrum, Newcastle

Murlough National Nature Reserve is a fragile 6000 year old sand dune system owned by the National Trust and managed as Ireland’s first Nature Reserve since 1967. It is an excellent area for walking and bird watching.

Belfast Zoo Belfast Zoo, Newtownabbey

Belfast Zoo is situated on a breath-taking 55 acre site with panoramic views over Belfast Lough. This modern zoo acts as a safe haven for more than 160 species of rare and endangered animals, housed in award-winning enclosures.

Belfast Lough RSPB Reserve Belfast Lough RSPB Reserve, Belfast

RSPB’s Belfast Harbour Reserve is arguably the best urban bird spectacle in the UK. Over the wintering months, Northern Ireland plays host of thousands of birds flying in from colder regions as far away as Siberia.

City from Divis Belfast Hills, Dunmurry, Belfast

Lough Neagh Scenic View Northern Ireland Lough Neagh, Antrim

Lough Neagh is the largest freshwater lake in the British Isles and is one of the earliest known inland sites of prehistoric man in Ireland.

Be96_Streamvale Open Farm Streamvale Open Farm, Belfast

Streamvale Open Farm Streamvale is a family run dairy with so much to see and do! From feeding the animals to cuddling the baby rabbits, taking pony rides or taking a tractor drive. There are a host of activities here for all the family to enjoy.

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