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  1. Image of Silent Valley
    Image of Silent Valley and Mourne Wall
    View of Silent Valley
    Rolling Capping at Donard
    Image of Silent Valley
    Image of Silent Valley and Mourne Wall
    View of Silent Valley
    Rolling Capping at Donard

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    Kilkeel

    Address

    Head Road, Kilkeel, County Down, BT34 4HU

    Telephone

    +44 (0)345 7440 088

    Type

    Type:

    Lake / Reservoir

    The Silent Valley Reservoir was built to gather water from the Mourne Mountains and is the main water supply source for most of County Down and a large part of Belfast. The famous Mourne Wall was constructed to enclose the reservoir's catchment area.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
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    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
  3. Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
    Girl splashing on the beach
    Rockpooling
    Picnic table at Portmuck Harbour
    Family walking around Portmuck Harbour
    Girl splashing on the beach
    Rockpooling
    Picnic table at Portmuck Harbour

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    Islandmagee

    Address

    68 Portmuck Road, Portmuck, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3TP

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9336 6666

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Landscape/View

    Follow the winding road down to reach this hidden gem. With its picture-book perfect stone harbour and tiny beach, Portmuck Harbour is a lovely place to while away the afternoon. See the stunning North Antrim coastline receding into the distance and…

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
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    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. Frame at Swann's Bridge
    Angler's Rest
    Swann's Bridge
    Swann's Bridge
    Frame at Swann's Bridge
    Game of Throne's signage
    Picnic area at Swann's Bridge
    Frame at Swann's Bridge
    Angler's Rest
    Swann's Bridge
    Swann's Bridge
    Frame at Swann's Bridge
    Game of Throne's signage
    Picnic area at Swann's Bridge

    Limavady

    Address

    Seacoast Road, Limavady, County Londonderry, BT49 9EF

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Viewpoint

    Picturesque riverbank area overlooking the River Roe beneath Binevenagh Mountain – a wonderful place to enjoy the beauty of nature.

    Price

    Free
  6. A woman walking along a path in Davagh Forest.
    Family Walking through a forest
    A river running through Davagh Forest
    A woman walking along a path in Davagh Forest.
    Family Walking through a forest
    A river running through Davagh Forest

    Cookstown

    Address

    Davagh Road, Cookstown, County Tyrone, BT79 8JH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 3000 132 132

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    The true definition of a hidden gem, Davagh Forest is an International Dark Sky Park and lies approximately 6 miles north west of Cookstown in an untouched rural landscape of rolling hills and sweeping forests.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  7. 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

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    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.
  8. 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

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    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
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    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.
  10. Derry~Londonderry

    Address

    Limavady Road, Waterside, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT47 6JY

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    St Columb’s Park is a 70 acre park located on the Limavady Road. Within the grounds of the park you will find beautiful wooded walkways, the ruins of a medieval church and 18th century Manor House - St Columb's Park House and a Walled Garden

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Free car parking including disabled access parking is available in St Columb’s Park (Off St Columb’s Road). Free on road car parking is also available on St Columb’s Road. Parking is also available located within Ebrington Square for visitors.   
  11. 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

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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 Nov 2025to28 Feb 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
    From:
    25 Dec 2025
    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

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
  12. Portadown

    Address

    51 Park Road, Portadown, County Armagh, BT62 1DS

    Telephone

    0300 0300 900

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    For a fun family day out in Portadown come on down to the People’s Park and discover all of the unique attractions, activities and events on offer.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs accepted by arrangement

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
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    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
  14. Tripadvisor Traveller Rating

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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
  15. Garvagh

    Address

    Northern Ireland Forest Service, 6 Forest Road, Garvagh, County Londonderry, BT51 5BQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 2955 6003

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Travel 3 miles west of Garvagh town and you will begin to enter Gortnamoyagh Forest, which straddles the North Sperrins ridge. Gortnamoyagh Forest provides a rewarding experience for anyone looking to enjoy unspoilt and often remote areas of forest.

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)
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    Ballintoy

    Address

    Harbour Road, Ballintoy, County Antrim, BT54 6NA

    Telephone

    07803 505084

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Causeway Coastal Route

    Ballintoy Harbour can be discovered in the picturesque village of Ballintoy. Known as a ‘raised beach’, it is located alongside the B15 Coast Road, 17 miles north-east of Coleraine and five miles west of Ballycastle.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Free (parking charges may apply)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. Image of the NIEA signpost entitled Scrabo County Park, caring for the environment with Scrabo Tower in background
    Drone photo of Scrabo Tower sitting majestically on it's hill overlooking countryside
    Image of the NIEA signpost entitled Scrabo County Park, caring for the environment with Scrabo Tower in background
    Drone photo of Scrabo Tower sitting majestically on it's hill overlooking countryside

    Newtownards

    Address

    203A Scrabo Road, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4SJ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9181 1491

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Country / Royal Park

    This charming park is situated around the upper slopes and top of Scrabo Hill, near the area of Newtownards. When visitors come and explore, they will be able to view the panoramic sights of Strangford Lough as well as the surrounding countryside.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
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