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Strangford Lough Activity Centre is an adventure centre based on the shores of Strangford Lough, County Down.
We help families, individuals and groups explore places off the beaten track. Offering a variety of land and water based - outdoor activities throughout Northern Ireland including: archery, boat tours, bushcraft, canoeing, e-foiling, e-bike tours, hill walking, kayaking, laser tag, orienteering, raft building, stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), and team building games.
We deliver quirky & bespoke experiences for individuals, families and groups because we love adventure too! Having developed some unique packages offering a sense of place, we can help you escape from the pressures of everyday life and immerse yourself in the moment.
Explore the wonderful natural beauty of Strangford Lough canoeing, kayaking or SUP paddle boarding. Get your thrills with our speed boat tours or wet bouldering on the coast of county Down. Cycle through the quiet country back roads on out E bike tours, Take a trip off the beaten track hill walking & climbing in the majestic Mourne mountains. Get your eye in during target practice with laser tag & archery at our base. Whatever your adventure, we’ll help you realise it.
SLAC is run by a team of qualified experienced instructors and adventure guides. Our fun, energetic and experienced instructors make all activities enjoyable. Your safety is a priority for us. We operate a ‘challenge by choice’ policy. Which means we will encourage you to participate but respect your decision if there are certain aspects you would prefer to sit out.
Stay in the Little Green Beach Hut overlooking Strangford Lough.
To find out more about the range of activities that we can offer you, call us on 07909721898 or e-mail strangfordloughactivitycentre@hotmail.co.uk
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Facilities
Attraction Facilities
- Guided Tours Available
Catering
- Cafe
- Local Produce
- Picnic Area
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age)
- Children's Parties
- Suitable for Children
Establishment Features
- Accept coach parties
- Accommodation nearby
- Cater for Corporate events
- Cater for individuals
- Cater for school groups
- Equipment/clothing available for hire
- Family Fun
- First Aid
- Fully qualified instructors
- Gift vouchers
- Groups accepted
- Groups catered for
- Instructor training
- Insurance included
- Lessons/courses available
- Lifeguard
- Online Booking
- Prior Booking Required
- Route maps available
- Toilets
- Tuition Available
- Workshop
Leisure Facilities
- Outdoor activities
- Water sports facilities
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Provider Preferences
- Coastal
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Forest Location
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
- Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
- Marketed Towards Students / Youth
- Max group size
- Min group size
- Out of town
- Outdoor Attraction
- Seafront
- Waterfront
Specialist Features
- Activity breaks
- Marketed as gay friendly
- Marketed as green/environmentally friendly
Travel & Trade
- Commission/net rates apply
- Family Discount
Events
Saturday, 30th November 2024 - Sunday, 22nd December 2024
Santa CruiseJoin our merry old elf for a hair-raising sleigh ride around the islands aboard our fast speed boat – Black Jacket. Hold onto your santa hats as we fly through the waters of Strangford Lough.- more info
Saturday, 15th February 2025 - Saturday, 15th February 2025
Sunday, 16th February 2025 - Sunday, 16th February 2025
Paddle Back in TimeKayak tour to Nendrum monastic site with local guides and historians. Hear the history behind the Monks, Vikings and Smugglers of Strangford Lough.- more info
Saturday, 22nd February 2025 - Saturday, 22nd February 2025
- Paddle with a PurposePaddle with a purpose and do your bit for the environment. Join us for a beach & island clean up on Strangford Lough. The ‘Leave No Trace’ message will be discussed along the paddle as will the effects of local damage to wildlife and habitats along our rivers and coastlines by some of NI’s…
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Saturday, 22nd February 2025 - Saturday, 22nd February 2025
Sunday, 23rd February 2025 - Sunday, 23rd February 2025
Foraging AfloatSpring is arriving on Strangford Lough and with it the arrival of an array of seasonal wild food emerges from the land and water. Join Rory Martin of Strangford Lough Activity Centre and David Thompson & Celia Spouncer from Wild About Tours for a unique guide to the sights and flavour of the area.- more info
Sunday, 23rd February 2025 - Sunday, 23rd February 2025
Electric PicnicTake a guided electric bike around the shoreline of stunning Strangford Lough, with a stop for an artisan picnic en route.- more info
