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Ballymacormick Point

Bangor, Co Down
Ballymacomick Point

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This rocky outcrop along the shores of Belfast Lough, on the west side of Groomsport is covered in gorse and shrubs, good for rough walking, and for spotting birds, flowers and foxes. 

Ballymacormick is just on the edge of Belfast Lough, so there are interesting views north and west.

Start Point:
J525 825

Finish Point:
J539 833

Route:
The National Trust acquired Ballymacormick Point in 1952 to save this breathtaking section of coastline from being developed. Since then, its importance for nature conservation has being recognised through designation as an Area of Special Scientific Interest. It also forms part of the Outer Ards Special Protection Area, recognising its importance on a European scale. Ballymacormick Point can be accessed from either Groomsport Harbour or...Read More

About

This rocky outcrop along the shores of Belfast Lough, on the west side of Groomsport is covered in gorse and shrubs, good for rough walking, and for spotting birds, flowers and foxes. 

Ballymacormick is just on the edge of Belfast Lough, so there are interesting views north and west.

Start Point:
J525 825

Finish Point:
J539 833

Route:
The National Trust acquired Ballymacormick Point in 1952 to save this breathtaking section of coastline from being developed. Since then, its importance for nature conservation has being recognised through designation as an Area of Special Scientific Interest. It also forms part of the Outer Ards Special Protection Area, recognising its importance on a European scale. Ballymacormick Point can be accessed from either Groomsport Harbour or Ballyholme Bay, by following the North Down Coastal Path/Ulster Way. There are stunning views across Belfast Lough to Carrickfergus and as far as the Mull of Galloway on a clear day. The informal path meanders around the coastline around Ballymacormick Point through flower-rich grasslands and gorse scrub. Visitors will see plenty of birds throughout the year. The coastline supports a range of waterbirds including brent geese which come here in winter from their breeding grounds in Arctic Canada. Both shelduck and oystercatcher breed and you may even catch a glimpse of a seal hauled out on the rocks. 

Distance:
2 miles

Terrain:
Rocky Coastal Path, and footpath

Point of interest:
Ballymacormick Point, Groomsport

Facilities:
There are no shops or toilet facilities on site. There are a number of shops, cafes restaurants and toilet facilities in Groomsport.

Nearest town:
Groomsport

OS map:
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  • Free (parking charges may apply)

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

The route can be started from either end of the route, at Banks Car Park at Ballyholme Bay or from Groomsport.

Public Transport Directions

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