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  1. Photo of the brightly coloured bandstand where live music takes place in the summer months
    Photo of the brightly coloured bandstand where live music takes place in the summer months
    Photo of the war memorial in Ward Park, framed by leafy trees
    Close up image of green grass covered in white daisy flowers and green leafy trees in Ward Park
    Photo of the Ward Park duck pond and wooden bridge, surrounded by leafy green trees mid summer
    Photo of bowlers in action at the Ward Park Bowling Green
    Photo of the Ward Park Bowling Green and Club house surrounded by flora and fauna
    Photo of the Ward Park Aviary beside the duck pond
    Photo of the brightly coloured bandstand where live music takes place in the summer months
    Photo of the war memorial in Ward Park, framed by leafy trees
    Close up image of green grass covered in white daisy flowers and green leafy trees in Ward Park
    Photo of the Ward Park duck pond and wooden bridge, surrounded by leafy green trees mid summer
    Photo of bowlers in action at the Ward Park Bowling Green
    Photo of the Ward Park Bowling Green and Club house surrounded by flora and fauna
    Photo of the Ward Park Aviary beside the duck pond

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    Bangor

    Address

    Hamilton Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4TA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    A perfect park in the centre of Bangor. An ideal spot to enjoy the local wildlife and feed the ducks.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking Available

    Price

    Free
  2. Crawfordsburn Country Park, Glen Walk

    Address

    Co Down

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Gently undulating walk through mature beech wood, closely following the course of the Crawford's Burn.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
    • Parking Available
  3. View of the Annesley Walk in Castlewellan Forest Park
    View of the Annesley Walk in Castlewellan Forest Park
    View of Castlewellan Forest Park
    Group of ladies enjoying the Annesley Garden walk in Castlewellan Forest Park
    A view of Castlewellan Castle
    Stunning view from the top of Slievenaslat Walking Trail
    Ducks enjoying a swim in the lake at Castlewellan Forest Park.
    Walking on the Slievenaslat Walking Trail
    Walkers enjoying the views of Castlewellan Forest Park
    View of the Annesley Walk in Castlewellan Forest Park
    View of Castlewellan Forest Park
    Group of ladies enjoying the Annesley Garden walk in Castlewellan Forest Park
    A view of Castlewellan Castle
    Stunning view from the top of Slievenaslat Walking Trail
    Ducks enjoying a swim in the lake at Castlewellan Forest Park.
    Walking on the Slievenaslat Walking Trail
    Walkers enjoying the views of Castlewellan Forest Park

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    Castlewellan

    Address

    Forest Park View, Castlewellan, County Down, BT31 9BU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Castlewellan Forest Park boasts a stunning Victorian Castle, incredible panoramic views, scenic walking trails, 27 km of mountain bike trails, nature play perfect for the kids, an on-site multi-activity centre, hedge maze and equestrian centre,…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2025to30 Sept 2025Open 09:00 - 20:00
    From:
    1 Oct 2025to31 Oct 2025Open 09:00 - 18:00
    From:
    1 Nov 2025to28 Feb 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
    From:
    25 Dec 2025
    From:
    1 Mar 2026to31 Mar 2026Open 09:00 - 18:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking Available
  4. Narrow Water Keep  Warrenpoint

    Warrenpoint

    Address

    Newry Road, Warrenpoint, County Down, BT34 3LE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Tower

    Excellent example of a tower-house and bawn built about 1568 at a point where the Newry River meets Carlingford Lough, a strategic spot.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
    • Parking Available

    Price

    Free
  5. Ins, Outs & Whereabouts of the Silent Valley by E-Bike – Bike Mourne

    Castlewellan

    Address

    The Forest Park, Castlewellan, County Down, BT31 9BU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4377 0714

    Type

    Type:

    Cycling Tour

    Experience Mourne by road with our self-guided tour of the Ins, Outs and Whereabouts of the Silent Valley by Electric Bike.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking Available
  6. Horse and rider mid-jump
    Horse and rider mid-jump
    Horse and rider mid-jump
    Horse and rider mid-jump
    Horse and rider mid-jump

    Bangor

    Address

    10 Kerrs Road, Bangor, County Down, BT19 7QD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7855 462 614

    Type

    Type:

    Equestrian

    At Gransha Equestrian Centre we welcome beginners and more experienced riders. We can taylor a ride out or lesson in any of our 4 arenas to suit your individual requirements on our lovely horses and ponies, accompanied by our friendly qualified staff

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking Available
  7. Murlough Beach
    Murlough Beach
    Murlough Beach

    Newcastle

    Address

    Dundrum Road, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0LW

    Telephone

    03301374046

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    This 5 mile stretch of golden sands is still the essence of the resort and is hugely popular for swimming, sunbathing and other forms of recreation.

    Price

    Free
  8. View from St Patrick's Golf Course
    View from St Patrick's Golf Course
    Image of St Patrick's Golf Course
    Image of St Patrick's Golf Course
    Sunset over St Patrick's Golf Course
    Image of St Patrick's Golf Course
    View from St Patrick's Golf Course
    Image of St Patrick's Golf Course
    Image of St Patrick's Golf Course
    Sunset over St Patrick's Golf Course
    Image of St Patrick's Golf Course

    Downpatrick

    Address

    43 Saul Road, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6PA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 5947

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland Golf Course

    This parkland course measures 6,120 yards, and with tight tree lined fairways, fast and true greens and well placed bunkers provides a serious test of shot making.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises - Restaurant is Family Friendly. Everyone Welcome.
    • Restaurant on Premises
  9. Diamond Rocks - Mountain Ways Ireland

    Bryansford

    Address

    Meelmore Lodge, 52 Trassey Road, Bryansford, County Down, BT33 0QB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3057 0220

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

    Geologically themed day hike through one of the most picturesque mountains passes in The Mournes, crossing The Mourne Wall to reach the fascinating ‘Diamond Rocks’.

  10. The National Trust sign for Orlock Point
    The National Trust sign for Orlock Point
    Rock tunnel at Orlock Point
    The National Trust sign for Orlock Point
    Rock tunnel at Orlock Point

    Address

    County Down

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Rocky coastal path with some steep steps.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
    • Parking Available
  11. a photograph of a graveyard
    a photograph of a graveyard
    A photo of the side of Holywood Priory on a sunny day
    a photograph of a graveyard
    A photo of the side of Holywood Priory on a sunny day

    Holywood

    Address

    High Street, Holywood, County Down, BT18 9AB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Churches & Sacred Sites

    Holywood Priory is an intersting and historic site close to the bustling town of Holywood.

    Price

    Free
  12. Photo of Golf Club front
    Photo of Golf Club front
    Welcome sign
    Photo of Golf Club front
    Welcome sign

    Donaghadee

    Address

    84 Warren Road, Donaghadee, County Down, BT21 0PQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9188 3624

    Type

    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
    • Restaurant on Premises
  13. Inch Abbey

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Inch Abbey Road, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 9AX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Abbey / Priory

    Located on the north bank of the Quoile River, Inch Abbey was founded by John de Courcy in atonement for his destruction of Erenagah Abbey.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking Available

    Price

    Free
  14. Holywood Town Walk and Cultural Trail

    Address

    Co Down

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    A short historical walk around the town of Holywood

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
    • Parking Available
  15. A tour group posing for the photo in the woods
    A tour group posing for the photo in the woods
    Photo of Trevor Edwards
    Photo of Trevor Edwards
    A tour group posing for a photo
    A tour group posing for a photo
    A tour group posing for a photo
    Image of Hillsborough Castle
    Image of Castle Coole
    A group of tourers visiting the Giants Causeway
    A tour group posing for the photo in the woods
    Photo of Trevor Edwards
    Photo of Trevor Edwards
    A tour group posing for a photo
    A tour group posing for a photo
    A tour group posing for a photo
    Image of Hillsborough Castle
    Image of Castle Coole
    A group of tourers visiting the Giants Causeway

    Bangor

    Address

    12 Meadow Way, Crawfordsburn, Bangor, County Down, BT19 1JJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9185 3081

    Type

    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.

  16. Comber Leisure Centre
    Comber Leisure Centre
    Tennis
    Racquet sports at Comber Leisure Centre
    Sauna at Comber Leisure Centre
    Comber Leisure Centre
    Gym at Comber Leisure Centre
    Children's Gymnastics at Comber Leisure Centre
    Gym at Comber Leisure Centre
    Comber Leisure Centre
    Tennis
    Racquet sports at Comber Leisure Centre
    Sauna at Comber Leisure Centre
    Comber Leisure Centre
    Gym at Comber Leisure Centre
    Children's Gymnastics at Comber Leisure Centre
    Gym at Comber Leisure Centre

    Comber

    Address

    Castle Street, Comber, County Down, BT23 5DY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9187 4350

    Type

    Type:

    Sport/Leisure Centre

    Comber has a modern well equipped gym and separate heavy weights room, book any number of fitness classes or why not take time to relax and unwind in our health suite.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
    • Parking Available

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Kingdom of Mourne Tours

    Newcastle

    Address

    Mourneview Road, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0QS

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 7789 938 541

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    Join your experienced, qualified tour guide and hill walking leader as she offers informative and enjoyable guided walking tours in and around the Mournes area.

  18. A large circular cairn located in a field overlooking Loughinisland Churches
    A large circular cairn located in a field overlooking Loughinisland Churches

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Junction of Bucks Head Road & Loughinisland Road, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 8JW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9082 3207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Archaeological sites

    Situated 8.8km south east of Ballynahinch, on the north east shore of Loughinisland Lake, within sight of Loughinisland Church. A slightly displaced capstone covers a rectangular chamber of which three side stones survive.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
    • Parking Available

    Price

    Free
  19. Photo of museum exterior and grassland to front
    Photo of museum exterior and grassland to front
    Photo of staged set that depicts soldier life in the war. The image shows a map, headphones, a gas lamp and some gear
    A staged set with a dummy model of a soldier in gear in ditch holding a gun over sandbags on alert
    Image of staged bunker set showcasing life in war, featuring uniforms, sleep set up and dining set up as well as everyday items used to survive the wa
    Photo's of an officers office setting featuring signs and posters encouraging men to enlist to the war, as well as featuring gear and accessories of t
    Photo of green hut exterior where some of the museum displays are featured
    Photo of staged bunker set showing bed, soldiers headwear and a table and chair for dining and writing
    Photo of museum exterior and grassland to front
    Photo of staged set that depicts soldier life in the war. The image shows a map, headphones, a gas lamp and some gear
    A staged set with a dummy model of a soldier in gear in ditch holding a gun over sandbags on alert
    Image of staged bunker set showcasing life in war, featuring uniforms, sleep set up and dining set up as well as everyday items used to survive the wa
    Photo's of an officers office setting featuring signs and posters encouraging men to enlist to the war, as well as featuring gear and accessories of t
    Photo of green hut exterior where some of the museum displays are featured
    Photo of staged bunker set showing bed, soldiers headwear and a table and chair for dining and writing

    Newtownards

    Address

    233 Bangor Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 7PH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9182 3202

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The Museum examines Ireland's role in the 1st World War with special reference to the cross-community involvement in the 3 local volunteer Divisions: the 10th and 16th (Irish) Divisions and the 36th (Ulster) Division.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking Available

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • SWi-Fi Available
  20. Photo of golfers in play on the green
    Photo of golfers in play on the green

    Bangor

    Address

    150 Crawfordsburn Road, Bangor, County Down, BT19 1GB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9185 2706

    Type

    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