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  1. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 815 reviews815 reviews

    Newcastle

    Address

    Bryansford Road, Tollymore Park, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0PR

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4372 2428

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Covering an area of almost 630 hectares at the foot of the Mourne mountains, Tollymore Forest Park has panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and the sea at Newcastle. It's open to the public all year.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - There is a charge for parking in Tollymore Forest Park. 
  2. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 23 reviews23 reviews

    Ballymena

    Address

    Kernohans Lane, Broughshane Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 7QA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2564 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Ecos Nature Park is an oasis of wildlife, close to the heart of Ballymena town with 8 kilometres of flat footpaths leading visitors around 220 acres of parkland that includes maturing woodland, peaceful lake and ponds, grazed meadows and hay meadows.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Ecos Nature Park has free designated accessible parking on site for cars, coaches and minibuses.
  3. View from the Coastal Path from Stricklands Glen direction coming into Bangor town
    Photo on a cool day overlooking the area where Stricklands Glen meets the Coastal Path
    View from the Coastal Path from Stricklands Glen direction coming into Bangor town
    Photo on a cool day overlooking the area where Stricklands Glen meets the Coastal Path

    Bangor

    Address

    Bryansburn Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 3SU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    An enchanting park leading onto the North Down Coastal Path.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  4. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 79 reviews79 reviews

    Belfast

    Address

    Ormeau Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT7 3GG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9049 1813

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Ormeau Park is the oldest municipal park in Belfast, officially opening to the public in 1871. It is still one of the largest parks in Belfast and offers a great mix of horticulture, woodland, flower displays and wildlife.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. Derry~Londonderry

    Address

    71 Ebrington Square, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT47 6FA

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Ebrington, a former military barracks just across the Peace Bridge, with a rich history, recently transformed into a vibrant, public space and event venue with impressive views over the City.

  6. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 90 reviews90 reviews

    Ballymena

    Address

    Doury Road, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 6JA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 300 124 5000

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    45-acre urban park in the heart of Ballymena with something to do for all the family - you can check out the lake full of ducks, modern playground, urban art, sports facilities, delightful flowers and onsite community initiatives.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  7. Enniskillen

    Address

    Forthill Park, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT74 7BA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 6632 5000

    Price

    Price Free to £3.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Forthill Park is a pleasantly wooded town park with walks, shrub gardens and children's play area in central Enniskillen. Cole’s Monument, which stands within Forthill Park is one of the most prominent landmarks in the town’s skyline. A series of…

    Price

    Price Free to £3.00 Per Ticket
  8. Belfast

    Address

    Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT4 3LP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9037 8103

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Stormont Estate is a Green Flag Award winning public park recognised as one of Northern Ireland’s best green spaces. On a visit, you can enjoy the beautiful gardens, walking and fitness trails and children’s play park.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. Path through the forest with green trees and loads of bluebells
    Bluebells covering the ground in the forest
    Bluebells on the ground in the forest
    Path through the forest with green trees and loads of bluebells
    Bluebells covering the ground in the forest
    Bluebells on the ground in the forest

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 44 reviews44 reviews

    Portglenone

    Address

    Ballymena Road, Portglenone, County Antrim, BT44 8BN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7034 0870

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Portglenone Forest continues a history of tree cover on this site established since records began. As such, the 26 hectare main area contains extensive colonies of ancient woodland flower species.

  10. Downpatrick

    Address

    Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6GQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4000

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark is a UNESCO Global Geopark and recognised Area of Outstanding Beauty that seamlessly blends stunning landscapes, rich geological history, and vibrant cultural heritage.

  11. Trees
    The view from Redburn over Holywood and across Belfast Lough
    Trees
    The view from Redburn over Holywood and across Belfast Lough

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 65 reviews65 reviews

    Holywood

    Address

    Old Holywood Road, Holywood, County Down, BT4 2HL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9185 3621

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Country / Royal Park

    Redburn Country Park is set on an escarpment above Belfast Lough. There are 7km of pathways with spectacular views of Belfast and the south Antrim hills.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  12. Frame in Burnfoot Village
    Stone bridge with arch ways over the River Roe
    Frame in Burnfoot Village
    Benbradagh Mountain
    Ruins of Old Bovevagh Church
    Frame in Burnfoot Village
    Ruins of Old Bovevagh Church and signage for graveyard
    Frame in Burnfoot Village
    Stone bridge with arch ways over the River Roe
    Frame in Burnfoot Village
    Benbradagh Mountain
    Ruins of Old Bovevagh Church
    Frame in Burnfoot Village
    Ruins of Old Bovevagh Church and signage for graveyard

    Dungiven

    Address

    Derryork Road, Dungiven, County Londonderry, BT47 4NW

    Telephone

    0287776 0650

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Viewpoint

    A pretty village nestled between the River Roe and the Bovevagh River.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Price

    Free
  13. War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Marine Gardens Play Park with pirate ship featuring tube slide
    Children's green slide and play equipment at Marine Gardens Play Park
    Planted border beside paving area with Carrickfergus Clock Tower to rear
    Churchill Tank at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Entrance sign to Marine Gardens Play Park
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens with paved and planted areas
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Marine Gardens Play Park with pirate ship featuring tube slide
    Children's green slide and play equipment at Marine Gardens Play Park
    Planted border beside paving area with Carrickfergus Clock Tower to rear
    Churchill Tank at Marine Gardens in Carrickfergus
    Entrance sign to Marine Gardens Play Park
    War Memorial Park at Marine Gardens with paved and planted areas

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 111 reviews111 reviews

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Marine Highway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8232

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Beautiful parkland on the waterfront of Carrickfergus within sight of the Castle featuring a children's playground (currently closed for refurbishment), special memorial area, gardens and picnic area.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Marine Gardens and Promenade has free designated accessible parking on site for cars, coaches and minibuses located at Carrickfergus Castle Car Park. A smaller free car park is also available next to the play park entrance.
  14. Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Sperrins Sculpture at Mullaghcarn summit
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Gortin Glen Forest Park
    Sperrins Sculpture at Mullaghcarn summit

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 148 reviews148 reviews

    Gortin

    Address

    Glen Park Road, Gortin, County Tyrone, BT79 7SU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 300 303 17777

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    There are over 10km of walking trails, a 6km scenic drive, wildfowl enclosure and deer enclosure and a new children's playpark to enjoy and explore.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  15. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 90 reviews90 reviews

    Irvinestown

    Address

    346 Killadeas Road, Irvinestown, County Fermanagh, BT94 1PP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 6634 4803

    Type

    Type:

    Visitor Centres & Museums

    The country park boasts beautiful woodland and lough shore walks, an insect garden and wildflower meadow. Castle Archdale was the main flying boat base during WWII, highlighted in an exhibition in the visitor centre entitled ‘Castle Archdale at War’.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  16. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 179 reviews179 reviews

    Belfast

    Address

    402 Newtownards Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT4 1HH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9045 1900

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    An exciting public space at the heart of the Connswater Community Greenway. It features over 300 native trees and 7 statues by Irish artist Maurice Harron who was inspired by characters from C.S. Lewis’ 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe'.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  17. A view of Moira Demesne showing the signage

    Moira

    Address

    110 Main Street, Moira, County Down, BT67 0DS

    Telephone

    028 9244 7300

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Moira Demesne is a parkland offering beautiful walks, picnic sites and a children's play area.

    Price

    Free
  18. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 33 reviews33 reviews

    Lurgan

    Address

    Windsor Avenue, Lurgan, County Armagh, BT67 9BG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3832 3795

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Lurgan Park is the second largest public park in Ireland, and is enjoyed by as many as 2000 people every day. The beautifully landscaped parkland contains a number of well maintained paths which provide excellent walking and running ground.

    Price

    Free
  19. image overlooking the river amongst the greenery and shubbery of the urban parkland and tall trees in background. Outdoor pavilion type building in ba
    View of two paths in urban park with meadowland and grasses and trees with a don't mow let it grow sign in the grass.
    Close up of pretty wild orchid flowers growing amongst the grass meadowlands within this urban park in Ballymoney
    image overlooking the river amongst the greenery and shubbery of the urban parkland and tall trees in background. Outdoor pavilion type building in ba
    View of two paths in urban park with meadowland and grasses and trees with a don't mow let it grow sign in the grass.
    Close up of pretty wild orchid flowers growing amongst the grass meadowlands within this urban park in Ballymoney

    Ballymoney

    Address

    8 Armour Avenue, Ballymoney, County Antrim, BT53 7AG

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2766 0230

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    A pleasant urban 40-acre Park in the heart of Ballymoney Town, in which to enjoy a variety of riverside walks and natural biodiversity.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Oct 2025to31 Mar 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
    From:
    1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026Open 09:00 - 21:00

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)
  20. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 291 reviews291 reviews

    Limavady

    Address

    41 Dogleap Road, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 9NN

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7772 1925

    Type

    Type:

    Country / Royal Park

    This scenic and tranquil park is located on the outskirts of Limavady and offers spectacular riverside views and woodland walks along with opportunities for salmon and trout fishing, canoeing, rock climbing and orienteering.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - is free and available at 4 points: Main car park at Visitor Centre /Café Building (access via Dogleap Road) O’Cahan’s car park (access via Roemill Road) Carrick Mills car park (access via Ballyquin Road) Carrick Rocks car park (access via Drumrane Road) Mobility Scooter Available from the Dogleap Countryside Centre
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