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The park has fabulous views of the Belfast Hills and Belfast Lough.
Many tress can be seen in the park which includes, one species of tree that is definitly founf is the Mature Beech which is home to the tit and finch trough out the year. Walks are also be enjoyed here, the spectular woodland flora and fauna cannont be missed. Such as rabbits, squirrels, bangers ect. And theplant you might find; bluebells and anemones.
The Park is always ac...

The stone tower dominates the North Down landscape. The history of the tower which was built as a memorial to the 3rd Marquis of Londonderry is explained pictorially in its interior alongside displays showing the mulitfarious wildlife on Strandgord Lough. The fine beech woodlands of Kilynether wood contrast with the hazel wood on the other side of the hill but both reveal a wide range of birdlife and colourful wild flowers....

The entrance is through the fantasy Barbican Gate.
The Long Haul Trail starts from the carpark and is marked by red arrows. Have a look at the map display to orient yourself. A pleasant amble along the lovely Shimna river and over Parnell's Bridge where you meet up with the Ulster Way. The next 3-1/2 miles (6 km) are on the Ulster Way, up and down, a delight of a walk. As you drop down from Curraghard, the final viewpoint, with splendid views of Newcastle and Dundrum Bay, watch for the U...

Houses the largest collection of wildfowl in Ireland in the tranquil setting of lakes woodlands and beautifully landscaped gardens. Many tame birds, some endangered, will feed from your hand while thousands of wild birds can be seen from bird hides. Facilities include a gift shop, restaurant, art gallery, education centre and woodland walks.

Wildfowl & Wetlands: WWT Castle Espie is run by The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust, a charity working since 1946 to save wetlands for wildli...

A Park with variety - beaches, wooded glens, waterfalls and flowery meadows, a wartime Fort, a Country Centre with an exciting exhibition and a restaurant....

There are few parklands in existence which could surpass the beauty of Kilbroney Park. Here mountain, stream, sea-lough and valley contribute to conjure up a scenic wonderland. The 97 acres which form Kilbroney Park lie close to the shore of Carlingford Lough in the shadow of the forest-clad slieve Martin. Vast areas of open space, riverside walks, playing fields, tennis courts, play areas, an arboretum, barbeque and picnic areas are but some of the facilities on site. The caravanner and...

The Marine Park offers a unique combination of facilities to enable the visitor to have an unforgettable day out whatever the weather. Besides being able to launch a boat at all states of the tide, the visitor may also view the Herb Garden, follow the Marine Park Trail, have a cuppa in the café (during Summer months), picnic overlooking the harbour whilst keeping an eye in the children at play, and take in an exhibition at the Visitors Centre. There are ample car and coach park facilities and...

There are few gardens anywhere in the British Isles that so successfully combine the artistic with the practical in such complete accord with their site as Rowallane....

Slieve Gullion Forest Park...

The perfect location for Family and Friends to have fun, enjoy themselves and breathe in the Countryside Experience. The Park has something for everyone and is designed to allow individuals, corporate and private Organisations, school and youth club outings, toddlers play groups or senior citizens to have and enjoy that all important day out....