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  1. The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa.
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa.
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa
    The Fairy Trail at Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa

    Kesh

    Address

    Lusty Beg Island Resort & Spa, Boa Island, Kesh, County Fermanagh, BT93 8AD

    Telephone

    02868633300

    Type

    Type:

    Nature Trail

    From October-April we do recommend bringing your wellies along as some of our fairy houses venture off the beaten path! Why not end your walk with a trip to our newly renovated play park?

  2. Killaloo

    Address

    50 Oughtagh Road, Killaloo, County Londonderry, BT47 3TR

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7133 8838

    Type

    Type:

    Country / Royal Park

    In the steep, wooded Glen of the Burntollet River, south-east of Derry/Londonderry, lies Ness Country park. Enjoy over 7km of riverside walks and there's a visitor centre, a natural themed play park, stunning waterfall and picnic tables.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - All car parking detailed is free and open at all times.
  3. Family on a bench looking over the lake at Hillsborough Forest
    Family walking through the tress at Hillsborough Forest
    An image of the front of Hillsborough Fort
    Child on slide at play park
    Woodland themed playpark in Hillsborough Forest
    An image of inside the walls of Hillsborough Fort grounds
    Family on a bench looking over the lake at Hillsborough Forest
    Family walking through the tress at Hillsborough Forest
    An image of the front of Hillsborough Fort
    Child on slide at play park
    Woodland themed playpark in Hillsborough Forest
    An image of inside the walls of Hillsborough Fort grounds

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 9 reviews9 reviews

    Royal Hillsborough

    Address

    22 Large Park, Royal Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6AL

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    The looped walk around the forest lake is a popular choice among bird-watchers, dog walkers, photographers and nature-lovers. Enjoy free entry to the forest, with on site parking available, and almost 200 acres with way-marked routes providing a…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Substantial free parking is available for 137 cars. There are 6 dedicated marked bays available for disabled visitors. Overflow parking is also available during weekends and school holidays. Bicycle racks are available for visitors who wish to cycle to the park, however bicycles are not permitted on the forest trails.
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    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
  5. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    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. 
  6. Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Gruffalo & Stickman Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance

    Belfast

    Address

    163 Stewartstown Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT17 0HW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9061 4115

    Type

    Type:

    Nature Trail

    It’s Ireland’s only official Gruffalo Trail; a Julia Donaldson-endorsed walk. Step into the glorious world of the Gruffalo. Enter the deep, dark wood, meet the clever little mouse, the fox, the owl, the snake, before stumbling upon those knobbly…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    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
  8. 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.

  9. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Cargan

    Address

    Glenariffe Road, Cargan, County Antrim, BT44 0QX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 7034 0870

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Glenariff, the Queen of the Glens, is one of the nine Antrim Glens in Northern Ireland. Glenariff Forest Park covers over 1,000 hectares with planted woodland, lakes, outdoor recreation spaces and conservation areas.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  10. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Portadown

    Address

    The Log Cabin, 10 Bachelors Walk, Portadown, County Armagh, BT63 5BQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3833 7207

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Edenvilla Park is a town park based in the Bachelors Walk area of Portadown. It is 25.5acres of maintained grass land and forest.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11. Loughgall

    Address

    11 - 14 Main Street, Loughgall, Co Armagh, BT61 8HZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3889 2900

    Type

    Type:

    Country / Royal Park

    Loughgall Country Park is a rural haven of relaxation and recreation. A diverse spectrum of activities ranging from golf to walking, fishing to tennis make this spacious complex a mecca for families, sports enthusiasts and those in search of…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - Parking charges apply
  12. Image of a walkway and woodland steps surrounded by leafy green trees and pink flowers
    Photo of walkway through leafy Castle Park
    Photo showing North Down Museum opening sign with Town Hall in backdrop
    Photo of Bangor Castle Walled Garden arches and flowers. The Garden is located within Castle Park grounds.
    Photo showing the embossed words Edward Ward 1852, the date the Town Hall was erected
    Photo of Town Hall/Bangor Castle in the sunshine framed by leafy tree branches
    Image of a walkway and woodland steps surrounded by leafy green trees and pink flowers
    Photo of walkway through leafy Castle Park
    Photo showing North Down Museum opening sign with Town Hall in backdrop
    Photo of Bangor Castle Walled Garden arches and flowers. The Garden is located within Castle Park grounds.
    Photo showing the embossed words Edward Ward 1852, the date the Town Hall was erected
    Photo of Town Hall/Bangor Castle in the sunshine framed by leafy tree branches

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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    Bangor

    Address

    Castle Park Avenue, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4TB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Stroll through this beautiful wooded wonderland which is an exhilarating experience throughout the seasons.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  13. Aghanaglack Walk - Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark
    Aghanaglack Walk - Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark
    Aghanaglack Walk - Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark
    Aghanaglack Walk - Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark

    Boho

    Address

    Boho Road, Aghanaglack, Boho, County Fermanagh, BT74 5DA

    Telephone

    +353 (0)71 9853692

    Type

    Type:

    Walking & Hiking

    Ballintempo Forest is predominantly coniferous forest with large areas of open bog land and wooded gullies. The forest is strewn with outcrops of rocky crags and upland lakes including the well-known Brimstone Rock, a large outcrop of sandstone…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
  14. Photo of two children with woolly hats on running through the autumn leaves of the park

    Holywood

    Address

    Bangor Road, Holywood, County Down, BT19 6JF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9127 0069

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    A lovely park perfect for families located only a short distance from Holywood.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. Spelga Dam from Pigeon Rock Mountain

    Hilltown

    Address

    Kilkeel Road, Hilltown, County Down, BT34 5XL

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Lake / Reservoir

    Spelga Dam Reservoir sits in the heart of the Mourne Mountains, located approximately 10 miles outside of Newcastle, County Down.  A man-made reservoir built in the 1950s by the Belfast engineering firm, R Ferguson and Son.  It supplies water to…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  16. pyramid in garvagh forest
    dog walkers at garvagh forest
    cyclists and dog walkers at garvagh forest
    pyramid in garvagh forest
    dog walkers at garvagh forest
    cyclists and dog walkers at garvagh forest

    Garvagh

    Address

    6 Forest Road, Garvagh, County Londonderry, BT51 5EF

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2955 6000

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Covering 200 hectares, Garvagh forest is situated on the Western outskirts of Garvagh, with trees from over 80 years onl to those only planted at the turn of the century.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. Visitors read information at the Killeter Forest Trails.
    Map of Killeter Forest Trails Trail Head
    Visitors read information at the Killeter Forest Trails.
    Map of Killeter Forest Trails Trail Head

    Killeter

    Address

    Killeter Forest, Tullycar Road, Killeter, County Tyrone, BT81 7YB

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Pull on your walking boots and come enjoy a truly wonderful walking experience - one which has been defined by nature and refined by the seasons to provide an ever changing backdrop to the Killeter story.

  18. A large wooden structure that looks like a castle but doubles up as a childrens play structure in the middle of the forest
    A large wooden structure of the last unicorn standing on its 2 hind legs.  An information board with images and text and QR codes is to the right and
    Large wooden sculpture of a giant sitting on the ground leaning against a tree holding a big stick.
    A wooden structed of the witch from Hansel and Gretel standing in front of a small white hut with images of sweets painted on it.  in the background i
    Image of the new visitor centre at Pomeroy Forest.  Exterior wooden cladding with large square windows to the ground and a mixture of flat and slanted
    A green map of Pomeroy Forest showing yellow, blue and red routes through the Forest with a map key and numbers indicating the attractions along the r
    A large wooden structure that looks like a castle but doubles up as a childrens play structure in the middle of the forest
    A large wooden structure of the last unicorn standing on its 2 hind legs.  An information board with images and text and QR codes is to the right and
    Large wooden sculpture of a giant sitting on the ground leaning against a tree holding a big stick.
    A wooden structed of the witch from Hansel and Gretel standing in front of a small white hut with images of sweets painted on it.  in the background i
    Image of the new visitor centre at Pomeroy Forest.  Exterior wooden cladding with large square windows to the ground and a mixture of flat and slanted
    A green map of Pomeroy Forest showing yellow, blue and red routes through the Forest with a map key and numbers indicating the attractions along the r

    Pomeroy

    Address

    56 Tanderagee Road, Pomeroy, County Tyrone, BT70 3DS

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 3000 132 132

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Journey through nature and spark your imagination all year round. A diverse 176 hectare woodland offering gentle trails and an unparalleled experience for both young and old on the outskirts of Pomeroy.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Free parking is available on site within the Courtyard and in front of the new Pomeroy Forest. Disabled access parking for cars, coaches and minibuses is available.
  19. Image is of gardens and Wallace fountain
    Tree lined avenue in Castle Gardens leading up to memorial
    Image is of view of the countryside from high steps in the gardens
    Image is of gardens and Wallace fountain
    Image is a close up of the Wallace Fountain which is a blue colour
    Image is of open gates leading to a monument in the gardens. There is a couple walking towards the gates.
    Park bench in the summer time at Castle Gardens
    Image is of the Wallace Fountain and flowers in the foreground with a couple walking hand in hand in the background
    Image is of gardens and Wallace fountain
    Tree lined avenue in Castle Gardens leading up to memorial
    Image is of view of the countryside from high steps in the gardens
    Image is of gardens and Wallace fountain
    Image is a close up of the Wallace Fountain which is a blue colour
    Image is of open gates leading to a monument in the gardens. There is a couple walking towards the gates.
    Park bench in the summer time at Castle Gardens
    Image is of the Wallace Fountain and flowers in the foreground with a couple walking hand in hand in the background

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 35 reviews35 reviews

    Lisburn

    Address

    Castle Street, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT27 4XE

    Telephone

    028 9266 3377

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Castle Gardens is the most historically significant open space in Lisburn and was once the site of Lisburn Castle, a 17th century fortified manor house, built by the Conway family, the landlords of Lisburn.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside - must be on a lead
  20. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 7 reviews7 reviews

    Larne

    Address

    Glenarm Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1DY

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8232

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Town Park and Chaine Park are delightful parks located on the Causeway Coastal route in Larne offering dramatic coastal views out to Scotland, pleasurable walks, unique heritage features and entertainment for all the family.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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