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  1. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 6 reviews6 reviews

    Belfast

    Address

    Edenderry Road, Belfast, County Down, BT8 8LE

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9064 7787

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Minnowburn is 128 acres of woodland and countryside, owned by the National Trust and situated between the Giant's Ring and Lagan. A network of paths allow visitors to enjoy all of the property, including a stunning viewpoint over the Lagan Valley.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  2. 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
  3. Family enjoy a cycle through woodlands at Gosford Park
    Family enjoy a cycle through woodlands at Gosford Park

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 365 reviews365 reviews

    Markethill

    Address

    7 Gosford Demesne, Markethill, County Armagh, BT60 1GD

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3755 1277

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Start your adventure and have a great day out any time of year.  With some 240 acres of diverse woodland and open parkland set in gentle rolling drumlin countryside, Gosford Forest Park is an adventure paradise for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - A parking charge is payable on arrival at Gosford Forest Park. Annual passes are also available. Please see up to date pricing at this link - Gosford Forest Park Markethill - Get Active ABC – At busy times, overflow carparking is available. Weekends are generally busier at the forest. The weblink provides information on opening times.
  4. 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
    Walking on the Slievenaslat Walking Trail
    Walkers enjoying the views 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
    Walking on the Slievenaslat Walking Trail
    Walkers enjoying the views of Castlewellan Forest Park

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 417 reviews417 reviews

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

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
  5. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 1142 reviews1142 reviews

    Belfast

    Address

    Antrim Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT15 5GR

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9077 6925

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Belfast Castle estate is situated on the lower slopes of Cave Hill Country Park in North Belfast. It contains both parkland and mature mixed woodland and offers superb views of the city from a variety of vantage points.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Licensed

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises - Reopened May 2024 Opening hours Sunday - Thursday 12pm-7pm Friday and Saturday 12pm-8pm Booking essential (For menus and to book visit www.belfastcity.gov.uk/belfastcastle/eat-drink/cellar-restaurant )

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi - Belfast Public Wifi on site
    • Wi-fi available
  6. Aerial view of Dungannon park lake
    Boats by the jetty on Dungannon Park lake
    Two boats on the lake at Dungannon Park
    A bandstand in Dungannon Park
    Aerial view of Dungannon park lake
    Boats by the jetty on Dungannon Park lake
    Two boats on the lake at Dungannon Park
    A bandstand in Dungannon Park

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 116 reviews116 reviews

    Dungannon

    Address

    8 Ballynorthland Demesne, Moy Road, Dungannon, County Tyrone, BT71 7DS

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 8772 8690

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Dungannon Park is a seventy acre oasis centred round an idyllic stream fed lake. The magnificent scenery invites the spending of your leisure time, whether you’re a resident of South Tyrone, or a visitor from anywhere in the world.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  7. Armagh

    Address

    Palace Demesne, Armagh, County Armagh, BT60 4EL

    Telephone

    0300 0300 900

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Situated within walking distance of the City Centre, for over two hundred years the undulating parkland of the Palace Demesne has been one of the glories of Armagh.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 24 reviews24 reviews

    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
  12. 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.
  13. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 2005 reviews2005 reviews

    Belfast

    Address

    College Park, Botanic Avenue, Belfast, County Antrim, BT7 1LP

    Telephone

    028 9031 4762

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    First established in 1828, the gardens have been enjoyed as a public park by the people of Belfast since 1895. There is an extensive rose garden and long herbaceous borders and the tree enthusiast can seek out the rare oaks planted in the 1880s.

  14. Family standing over a gate looking at the view of the Islands on Strangford Lough, from Grey Point Lookout at Delamont Country Park.
    Family enjoying a walk to Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park.
    Child climbing and another on a slide in the play park, at Delamont Country Park.
    Family enjoying the view of the Mourne Mountains from Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park.
    Family standing over a gate looking at the view of the Islands on Strangford Lough, from Grey Point Lookout at Delamont Country Park.
    Family enjoying a walk to Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park.
    Child climbing and another on a slide in the play park, at Delamont Country Park.
    Family enjoying the view of the Mourne Mountains from Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park.

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 162 reviews162 reviews

    Killyleagh

    Address

    90 Downpatrick Road, Killyleagh, County Down, BT30 9TZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Situated on the shores of Strangford Lough in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Delamont Country Park, Killyleagh offers peace, beauty and tranquillity. The stunning views across Strangford Lough and the relaxing atmosphere make Delamont…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Charges apply for the parking of vehicles.
  15. 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)
  16. Frame at Garvagh Forest
    Cyclists using the cycle trail in Garvagh Forest
    Fish sculpture at Garvagh Forest
    Hidden pyramid at Garvagh Forest
    Frame at Garvagh Forest
    Frame at Garvagh Forest
    Frame at Garvagh Forest
    Cyclists using the cycle trail in Garvagh Forest
    Fish sculpture at Garvagh Forest
    Hidden pyramid at Garvagh Forest
    Frame at Garvagh Forest
    Frame at Garvagh Forest

    Garvagh

    Address

    Main Street, Garvagh, County Londonderry, BT51 5NJ

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Viewpoint

    A 200-hectare forest containing many species of trees, wildlife – and even a pyramid…

    Price

    Free
  17. 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
  18. 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

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 91 reviews91 reviews

    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.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  19. River Rapid, Ireland's longest zipline. Available to book at Colin Glen.
    Black Bull Run, Ireland's First Alpine Coaster. Colin Glen, Mountain Entrance.
    River Rapid, Ireland's longest zipline. Available to book at Colin Glen.
    Colin Glen Gruffalo Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    SKYTrek High Ropes Course - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    TrackMan Driving Range - Colin Glen, Leisure Entrance
    Indoor TrackMan Suite - Colin Glen, Leisure Entrance
    TrackMan Driving Range - Colin Glen, Leisure Entrance
    Colin Glen Gruffalo Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Colin Glen 250m Forest Flyover Zipline, Mountain Entrance
    River Rapid, Ireland's longest zipline. Available to book at Colin Glen.
    Black Bull Run, Ireland's First Alpine Coaster. Colin Glen, Mountain Entrance.
    River Rapid, Ireland's longest zipline. Available to book at Colin Glen.
    Colin Glen Gruffalo Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    SKYTrek High Ropes Course - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    TrackMan Driving Range - Colin Glen, Leisure Entrance
    Indoor TrackMan Suite - Colin Glen, Leisure Entrance
    TrackMan Driving Range - Colin Glen, Leisure Entrance
    Colin Glen Gruffalo Trail - Colin Glen, River Entrance
    Colin Glen 250m Forest Flyover Zipline, Mountain Entrance

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 434 reviews434 reviews

    Belfast

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9061 4115

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Colin Glen is Ireland’s leading adventure park - a land of storytelling and a state of the art sports park with world class attractions. From Alpine coasteering to laser tag, golfing to the Gruffalo Trail, Colin Glen has adventure for everyone.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises
  20. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

    Tripadvisor Traveller Rating - 58 reviews58 reviews

    Belfast

    Address

    Belvoir Drive, Belfast, County Antrim, BT8 7QT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4377 2240

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Managed by the Forest Service, Belvoir Park Forest is unique in the UK as it is a working forest within a city. Walks within the forest link to the Lagan River 'Towpath' and the Lagan Valley Regional Park.

    Price

    Free
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