St Columb's Park

About

St Columb’s Park is a 70 acre park located on the Limavady Road and gets its name from the city's patron saint - St Columba; of which you will find a bronze statue within the park. 

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. There are also a number of modern amenities including a cafe, the Foyle Arena Leisure Centre, all weather sports pitches and a running track as well as a small play park. 

Ebrington Loop is comprised of two distinct landscape characters one urban, the other parkland and is contained all within a highly compact, safe and walkable space. This short route of approximately 2.5km/1.5 miles features some of Derry-Londonderry’s most iconic attractions such as Ebrington Square and the Peace Bridge; provides an opportunity to sample the LegenDerry food experience; while also blending city cosmopolitan vibes alongside an oasis of natural serenity.

While the Ebrington Loop represents one of the city’s most enjoyable and accessible routes for users, there are multiple off shoot options within St Columb’s Park to enjoy such as Foyle Arena and St Columb’s Park House. These can have varying surface types including self-binding gravel, clay and grass tracks and are therefore not suitable for all.

The 2.5km/1.5mile route is largely designated greenway (Waterside Greenway) and is popular with both walkers -including dog walkers- and cyclists. The surface consists initially of street paving (within Ebrington Square) after which the surface is asphalt. The route is largely flat but there are two slightly more significant downhill sections of approximately 275m and 125m and two gradual upward inclines. Along the route there is seating to allow visitors to take a moment to relax or reflect on the area’s surroundings.