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Portaferry
Address
The Rope Walk, Castle Street, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1NZTelephone
+44 (0) 28 4272 8062Gradings
- Five Star Quality Assurance
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Nature and Wildlife
Awards
- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Enjoy a diver's view of marine life from around the world without getting wet. A sunken galleon, friendly sharks and a snappy crocodile all star in Northern Ireland’s only aquarium and seal rehabilitation centre.
Portaferry
Address
Windmill Hill, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1RHTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Type
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Nature and Wildlife
Situated on the hill south east of the town below the stump of Portaferry Windmill, a lay by and a viewpoint has been provided. One can enjoy a breathtaking view of Strangford Lough from the mouth of the Lough to Greyabbey.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
Strangford
Address
Shore Road, Strangford, County Down, BT30 7NWTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Type
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Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
Kilclief Castle was built between 1413 and 1441, reputedly by John Sely, bishop of Down. This makes it the earliest datable tower-house in County Down and is often used to date other tower-houses in the County.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
Downpatrick
Address
Audleystown Road, Portloughan, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 7LPTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Type
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Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
The castle dates probably from around the 15th century, but the early history is unknown. This site was used for filming a scene for Game of Thrones®.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
Downpatrick
Address
61 Shore Road, Strangford, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 7NWTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9185 3621Type
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Nature and Wildlife
Cloghy Rocks is a wonderful location as a number of seals are often spotted here. There are a lot of different habitats which makes this area home to a variety of small shellfish and worms.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
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- On site parking
Portaferry
Address
Castle Street, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1NZTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Type
Type:
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
Portaferry Castle is a 16th Century tower-house, built by the Savage family. It is located on the slope overlooking Portaferry harbour.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
less than 5 miles
Cloughey
Address
Ardminnan Road, Cloughey, County Down, BT22 1QJTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Type
Type:
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
On the coast, two thirds of a mile south east of Cloughey village. This house appears to have been built about 1634 by Roland Savage, a cadet of the Ardkeen family.
Portaferry
Address
Kearney Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1QPTelephone
+44 (0) 28 4278 8387Type
Type:
Nature and Wildlife
Owned by the National Trust, it is a picturesque 18th century fishing village with scenic coastal walks. There is an abundance of wildlife to be seen. A small visitor centre is open from dawn to dusk, as are the public toilets and car park.
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Downpatrick
Address
Bannaghan Road, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 7JRTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Type
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Churches & Sacred Sites
Restored ruins of a sixth century church of St. Tassach, said to have given the last rites to St. Patrick. Entrance through pillars.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
Cloughey
Address
Ardminnan Road, Cloughey, County Down, BT22 1QJTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Type
Type:
Churches & Sacred Sites
Within it are the ruins of a medieval church which is believed to be the Church of Ardmacossce or Ardmacaisse, mentioned in the Taxation of Pope Nicholas, 1306, along with an unusual cross-carved boulder.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
Newtownards
Address
Ards Visitor Information Centre, 31 Regent Street, Newtownards, Co Down, BT23 4ADTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 6846Type
Type:
Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings
the church at St Cooey’s Wells is thought to date from the 7th century but only the foundation stones now remain.
The Washing, Eye and Drinking wells in this peaceful, wooded dell are reputed to have healing powers.Facilities
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Killyleagh
Address
90 Downpatrick Road, Killyleagh, County Down, BT30 7DETelephone
+44 (0) 330 137 4046Type
Type:
Public Park
Situated on the shores of Strangford Lough in an area of natural beauty, Delamont Country Park, Killyleagh offers peace, beauty and tranquillity.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
Portaferry
Address
Tullymally Road, Portaferry, County Down, BT22 1JXTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9082 3207Type
Type:
Churches & Sacred Sites
These ruined churches are situated one and a half miles north east of Portaferry on the Tullymally Road, east of the A2 to Cloughey and are signposted from Portaferry.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
Newtownards
Address
8 Ballyquintin Road, Portaferry, Newtownards, Down, BT22 1RGTelephone
+44 (0) 28 4461 5520Type
Type:
Nature and Wildlife
Situated in a wild, windswept and remote area, Ballyquintin Point forms the southern tip of the Ards Peninsula. This beautiful reserve also lies on a low, exposed, rocky coastline consisting of small promontories, bays, inlets and islands.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
more than 5 miles
Bellaghy
Address
45 Main Street, Bellaghy, County Londonderry, BT45 8HTTelephone
+44 (0) 28 7938 7444Type
Type:
Visitor Centres & Museums
Awards
- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Step into Seamus Heaney HomePlace and begin your journey through the life and literature of the poet and Nobel Laureate. Standing at the heart of the place and the people which so inspired him
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- On site parking
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- Wifi
- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Ballynahinch
Address
Spa Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8PTTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9756 6100Gradings
- Five Star Quality Assurance
Type
Type:
Visitor Centres & Museums
Awards
- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
A mystical and enchanting estate, set in magnificent natural surroundings. Visitor experience includes access to the estate's beautiful gardens; historic walks and trails and an exciting play area where children can engage, explore and learn.
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- Dogs accepted by arrangement
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- On site parking
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- Wifi
Armagh
Address
5 Vicars' Hill, Armagh, County Armagh, BT61 7EDTelephone
+44 (0) 28 3752 3142Gradings
- Four Star Quality Assurance
Type
Type:
Visitor Centres & Museums
Awards
- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
Built in 1772 as the Diocesan Registry to hold records for the Church of Ireland Diocese, this Grade A listed building has been restored and was formally opened to the public in March 2011. Fully accessible. Interactive displays for all ages.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Lisburn
Address
Coca-Cola HBC, 12 Lissue Road, Lisburn, County Antrim, BT28 2SZTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9264 2267Gradings
- Four Star Quality Assurance
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Visitor Centres & Museums
From school groups, to community associations and corporate guests, the Coca-Cola Visitors Experience welcomes anyone who wants to come and explore, learn and have fun discovering the past, present and future of the world’s number one soft drink.
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
Carrickfergus
Address
Museum & Civic Centre, 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, Co Antrim, BT38 7DGTelephone
+44 (0) 28 9335 8241Gradings
- Four Star Quality Assurance
Type
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Visitor Centres & Museums
Local museum interpreting the long and distinguished history of the town and surrounding area, with artefacts of treasure excavated in Carrickfergus. There are multi-media and audio-visual presentations.
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- Dogs accepted by arrangement
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- Free (parking charges may apply)
Moy
Address
144 Derrycaw Road, Moy, County Armagh, BT71 6NATelephone
+44 (0) 28 8778 4753Gradings
- Four Star Quality Assurance
Type
Type:
Nature and Wildlife
Awards
- Visit Britain We're Good to Go 2021
The Argory was built in the 1820s and its hilltop location offers wonderful views over the gardens and 320 acre wooded riverside estate.
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- Dogs accepted by arrangement
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- On site parking
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