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Killyleagh, County Down

High Street, Killyleagh, DOWNPATRICK, County Down, BT30 9QF
Killyleagh Castle through the trees

About

Killyleagh is a large village in County Down located on the shores of Strangford Lough and dominated by Killyleagh Castle, a Loire-style chateau which claims to be the oldest inhabited castle in Ireland. The Castle has been the home of the Hamilton family since the 17th century Plantation of Ulster and the turrets can be hired for a self-catering holiday experience.

Delamont Country Park is located outside Killyleagh on the road to Downpatrick on the shores of the stunning Strangford Lough.

Follow Killyleagh's Heritage trail to learn more about it's famous inhabitants and local history. 

 

 

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities

Establishment Features

  • Accommodation nearby

Leisure Facilities

  • Outdoor activities

Parking & Transport

  • Car parking

Payment Methods

  • All major credit/debit cards accepted

Provider Preferences

  • Coastal

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What's Nearby

  1. The Centre consists of a small museum, numerous displays, a science education area, a…

    0.02 miles away
  2. The imposing Strangford Stone is the tallest megalith in the British Isles.  It was…

    1.38 miles away
  3. Situated on the shores of Strangford Lough in an area of outstanding natural…

    1.62 miles away
  1. Restored ruins of a sixth century church of St. Tassach, said to have given the last…

    3.19 miles away
  2. The castle dates probably from around the 15th century, but the early history is unknown.…

    3.53 miles away
  3. Discover a place of contrasts and creativity at Castle Ward, an eccentric 18th century…

    3.67 miles away
  4. The Reserve provides a relaxing natural retreat and offers visitors tranquil riverside…

    4.02 miles away
  5. Two miles outside Downpatrick is the replica of St Patrick's first church in Ireland.…

    4.11 miles away
  6. Strangford Lough  is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is almost fully…

    4.46 miles away
  7. Struell Wells was built around a stream flowing through a secluded valley. It was a…

    5.4 miles away
  8. Located on the north bank of the Quoile River, Inch Abbey was founded by John de Courcy…

    5.43 miles away
  9. Cloghy Rocks is a wonderful location as a number of seals are often spotted here. There…

    5.5 miles away
  10. The Strangford Lough and Lecale AONB boasts stunning landscapes and includes one of the…

    5.56 miles away
  11. Built 1954 to the designs of S. McIlveen of Ferguson and McIlveen, Belfast. This is a…

    5.59 miles away
  12. Located in the heart of Downpatrick, Down Arts Centre is the operational base for the…

    5.59 miles away
  13. Down County Museum is located in the old county Gaol of Down. It houses fascinating…

    5.68 miles away
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