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Skernaghan Point Walk

Brown's Bay Beach, Islandmagee, County Antrim, BT40 3RU
Skernaghan Point Walk

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This is a path that goes over a variety of uneven terrain including a grassy field and a rocky coastline which is steep in places. Dogs should be kept on a lead.

Start Point:
D437028

Finish Point:
D439035

Route:
•  From Brown's Bay Beach follow the promenade along to the right and up the stoney path towards Skernaghan Point.

•  This path then gives way to a well-worn grassy track which can be muddy in places.

•  Follow the coastline either at sea level or from the vantage of the field at the top. The land is owned by The National Trust.

•  The only indication that you have finished the walk is a fenceline and there is no signage or any other instruction.

•  From here retrace your steps back to the start.

Distance:
3 miles

Terrain:
Grassy slopes and rocky paths

Points of interest:
Coastal views

Facilities:
Browns Bay car park has toilets. 

Nearest towns:
Ballycarry and Whitehead

OS map:
Sheet 9

Accessible toilet facilities:
Yes

Accessible terrain:
Grassy and rocky tracks, uneven in places.

Facilities

Provider Preferences

  • Free (parking charges may apply)

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Map & Directions

Road Directions

B90 through Islandmagee. 

Public Transport Directions

Translink - www.translink.co.uk/journeyplanner

 

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