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  1. Picture of Montalto House, Montalto Lake and Boathouse all within Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch.
    Friends looking at membership plans provided on a poster up on the wall at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Friends looking at  the impressive Bottle Room and displays in Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Picture of a delicious pie made with local produce available from The Cafe at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    A photograph of Montalto Estate wooden tree house towering ahead of you. This spectacular tree house was hand-built to a bespoke design on Montalto Es
    Photograph of a family walking through trails and gardens on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Bluebells in a garden on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Picture of Montalto House, Montalto Lake and Boathouse all within Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch.
    Friends looking at membership plans provided on a poster up on the wall at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Friends looking at  the impressive Bottle Room and displays in Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Picture of a delicious pie made with local produce available from The Cafe at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    A photograph of Montalto Estate wooden tree house towering ahead of you. This spectacular tree house was hand-built to a bespoke design on Montalto Es
    Photograph of a family walking through trails and gardens on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Bluebells in a garden on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.

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    Ballynahinch

    Address

    Spa Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8PT

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9756 6100

    Gradings

    • Five Star Quality Assurance
    Five Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Sites, Houses, Castles & Buildings

    Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch is a mystical and enchanting estate, set in magnificent natural surroundings. Visitor experience includes access to the estate's beautiful gardens; historic walks and trails and an exciting play area where childrenā€¦

    Special Offers

    • Looking for the perfect gift for friends, family, or colleagues? Why not give the gift of Monalto?  A gift voucher for access to the trails & gardens, membership and events can be purchased online click HERE. Alternatively, you can purchase these gift vouchers from our ticket office. When giving someone a gift voucher for membership, you can relax knowing that the recipient will have 12 months to activate their voucher.  We also offer gift vouchers to use in the Cafe and Shop.  Gift vouchers are valid for 12 months from date of purchase, , Vouchers redeemed in person must be redeemed in full as no change can be given. How to purchase this voucher: Visit The Shop in person,  Call 02897566100 between 9:30am and 4:30pm to purchase over the phone

      Prices from £20

      Subject to availability

      More offers like this - Food & Drink Offers, Spring Offers, Activity Offers

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Pets accepted

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi

    Establishment Features

    • Wi-fi available
  2. A family reading a sign at the entrance to Fionn's Giant Adventure  at Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
    a family entering Slieve Gullion Forest Park with Fionn's Giant Adventure sign in the background.
    A family using the Fionn's Giant Adventure app at Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
    An image of a family enjoying the Fionn's Giant Adventure at Slieve Gullion Forest Park alongside Fionn the giant.
    Three children outside a fairy house at Fionn's Giant Adventure at Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
    Two children playing an outside musical instrument at Fionn's Giant Adventure at Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
    A family dining outside at Fionn's Giant Adventure at Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
    A family reading a sign at the entrance to Fionn's Giant Adventure  at Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
    a family entering Slieve Gullion Forest Park with Fionn's Giant Adventure sign in the background.
    A family using the Fionn's Giant Adventure app at Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
    An image of a family enjoying the Fionn's Giant Adventure at Slieve Gullion Forest Park alongside Fionn the giant.
    Three children outside a fairy house at Fionn's Giant Adventure at Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
    Two children playing an outside musical instrument at Fionn's Giant Adventure at Slieve Gullion Forest Park.
    A family dining outside at Fionn's Giant Adventure at Slieve Gullion Forest Park.

    Killeavy

    Address

    89 Drumintee Road, Killeavy, County Armagh, BT35 8SW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Walking

    Follow Fionn's Giant Adventure (previously known as the Giant's Lair) at Slieve Gullion Forest Park. Follow the trail, there's so much to explore. Seek out fairies, spells, music and more.  Help is at hand as you'll have fairies and warriors to helpā€¦

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Pets accepted

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking (free)
  3. Child climbing and another on a slide in the play park, at Delamont Country Park.
    Family enjoying a walk to Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park.
    Family enjoying the view of the Mourne Mountains from Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park.
    Family standing over a gate looking at the fabulous view of the Islands on Strangford Lough, from Grey Point Lookout at Delamont Country Park.
    Child climbing and another on a slide in the play park, at Delamont Country Park.
    Family enjoying a walk to Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park.
    Family enjoying the view of the Mourne Mountains from Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park.
    Family standing over a gate looking at the fabulous view of the Islands on Strangford Lough, from Grey Point Lookout at Delamont Country Park.

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    Killyleagh

    Address

    90 Downpatrick Road, Killyleagh, County Down, BT30 9TZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Situated on the shores of Strangford Lough in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Delamont Country Park, Killyleagh offers peace, beauty and tranquillity. The stunning views across Strangford Lough and the relaxing atmosphere make Delamontā€¦

  4. Downpatrick

    Address

    61 Shore Road, Strangford, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 7NW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9185 3621

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Cloghy Rocks is a wonderful location as a number of seals are often spotted here. There are a lot of different habitats which makes this area home to a variety of small shellfish and worms.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  5. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

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    Dundrum

    Address

    Dundrum Road, Dundrum, County Down, BT33 0NQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4375 1467

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Murlough National Nature Reserve is a fragile 6000 year old sand dune system owned by the National Trust and managed as Irelandā€™s first Nature Reserve since 1967. It is an excellent area for walking and bird watching.

  6. View of the Annesley Walk in Castlewellan Forest Park
    View of Castlewellan Forest Park
    Group of ladies enjoying the Annesley Garden walk in Castlewellan Forest Park
    A view of Castlewellan Castle
    Stunning view from the top of Slievenaslat Walking Trail
    Ducks enjoying a swim in the lake at Castlewellan Forest Park.
    Walking on the Slievenaslat Walking Trail
    View of the Annesley Walk in Castlewellan Forest Park
    View of Castlewellan Forest Park
    Group of ladies enjoying the Annesley Garden walk in Castlewellan Forest Park
    A view of Castlewellan Castle
    Stunning view from the top of Slievenaslat Walking Trail
    Ducks enjoying a swim in the lake at Castlewellan Forest Park.
    Walking on the Slievenaslat Walking Trail

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    Castlewellan

    Address

    Forest Park View, Castlewellan, County Down, BT31 9BU

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Located on Forest Park View, Castlewellan, County Down, in a dramatic setting of mountains and sea, Castlewellan Forest Park has one of the most outstanding tree and shrub collections in Europe. The beauty, vigour and perfect shape of the trees inā€¦

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2024to30 Sept 2024Open 09:00 - 21:00
    From:
    1 Oct 2024to31 Oct 2024Open 09:00 - 18:00
    From:
    1 Nov 2024to28 Feb 2025Open 09:00 - 17:00
    From:
    25 Dec 2024

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
  7. A family walking on the grounds of Castle Ward
    A family cycling ar Castle Ward
    Castle Ward
    A family walking on the grounds of Castle Ward
    A family cycling ar Castle Ward
    Castle Ward

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

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    Strangford

    Address

    Downpatrick Road, Strangford, County Down, BT30 7BA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4488 1204

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    Discover a place of contrasts and creativity at Castle Ward, an eccentric 18th century mansion and estate looking out over the tranquil waters of Strangford Lough in County Down where visitors can explore cultivated gardens, sheltered woodland andā€¦

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi
  8. Newcastle view of Mourne Mountains

    Newcastle

    Address

    Central Promenade, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Seaside

    The Mourne Coastal Route has a few start off points from the County Down coastline, Mourne Mountains and on to the city of Newry. But if you are beginning in Newcastle County Down, Head through the town out towards Bloody Bridge and follow the routeā€¦

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  9. Spelga Dam from Pigeon Rock Mountain

    Hilltown

    Address

    Kilkeel Road, Hilltown, Down, BT34 5XL

    Telephone

    033 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Landscape/View

    Spelga Dam Reservoir sits in the heart of the Mourne Mountains, located approximately 10 miles outside of Newcastle, County Down.  A man-made reservoir built in the 1950s by the Belfast engineering firm, R Ferguson and Son.  It supplies water toā€¦

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  10. Family enjoying the swan boats on the lake at Castle Park, Newcastle
    Go karting at Castle Park, Newcastle
    Pitch & Putt at Castle Park, Newcastle
    Tennis at Castle Park, Newcastle
    Family enjoying the swan boats on the lake at Castle Park, Newcastle
    Go karting at Castle Park, Newcastle
    Pitch & Putt at Castle Park, Newcastle
    Tennis at Castle Park, Newcastle

    Newcastle

    Address

    C/O Newcastle Centre, Newry, Mourne & Down District Council, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4026

    Type

    Type:

    Public Park

    Newcastle's Parks consist of outdoor facilities at the Castle and Island parks. Castle Park comprises Crazy Golf, Go-Karts and Pedalow Swans. Island Park offers four outdoor tennis courts.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  11. Kilclief Beach, County Down

    Downpatrick

    Address

    The Square, Strangford, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 7ND

    Telephone

    03301374046

    Type

    Type:

    Walking

    The Mourne Coastal Route has a few start off points from the County Down coastline. This part of the drive starts in the quaint seaside town of Strangford, the route runs along the coast of County Down, through an area known as Lecale following theā€¦

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  12. Mourne Mountains

    Newry

    Address

    The Harbour, Kilkeel, Newry, County Down, BT34 4AX

    Telephone

    03301374046

    Type

    Type:

    Walking

    Whitewater Scenic Loop is named after the Whitewater River which flows from the lower slopes of the Mourne Mountains to the sea at Mill Bay on the main Mourne Coastal Route. As well as a site of world conservation importance for its sea birds, theā€¦

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  13. Cloughmore Stone

    Newry

    Address

    Bridge Street, Rostrevor, Newry, County Down, BT34 3BG

    Telephone

    03301374046

    Type

    Type:

    Landscape/View

    The Slieve Roosley landscape could be described as the ā€˜hidden Mournes' and has formed part of the inspiration for author C.S Lewis, who spent boyhood holidays in Rostrevor, in his creation of the magical world of Narnia. It is an open landscape ofā€¦

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    Rostrevor

    Address

    Kilbroney Park, Shore Road, Rostrevor, County Down, BT34 3AA

    Telephone

    +44(0)33 0137 4046

    Price

    Free

    Gradings

    • Three Star Quality Assurance
    Three Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Kilbroney Park features riverside walks and an arboretum. There is a two-mile forest drive which showcases panoramic views over Carlingford Lough. There is also a Play Park with children's play area and tennis courts, an Information area and a caféā€¦

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  15. Climbing Frame at Dundrum Inner Bay play area
    Swing at Dundrum Inner Bay Play Area
    Dundrum Inner Bay children's assault course
    Dundrum Inner Bay children's play area
    Slide at Dundrum Inner Bay play area
    Slide at Dundrum Inner Bay play area
    Climbing Frame at Dundrum Inner Bay play area
    Swing at Dundrum Inner Bay Play Area
    Dundrum Inner Bay children's assault course
    Dundrum Inner Bay children's play area
    Slide at Dundrum Inner Bay play area
    Slide at Dundrum Inner Bay play area

    Newcastle

    Address

    Dundrum Road, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    Dundrum Inner Bay Play area is tucked away on the outskirts of Newcastle along the Mourne Coastal Route. The Play Park is a must for children to stop off at. There are swings, slides, climbing frames and stepping blocks to enjoy.  The playground isā€¦

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking (free)
  16. Children playing around a giant book in Slieve Gullion Forest Park
    Family Entering Fionn's Giant Adventure
    Spring Fairy at Slieve Gullion Forest Park
    Children playing around a giant book in Slieve Gullion Forest Park
    Family Entering Fionn's Giant Adventure
    Spring Fairy at Slieve Gullion Forest Park

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

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    Killeavy

    Address

    89 Drumintee Road, Killeavy, County Armagh, BT35 8SW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Price

    Free

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Slieve Gullion is Ireland's Mountain of Mystery. Slieve Gullion Forest Park offers walking trails, a scenic drive, an Adventure Playpark, Fionn's Giant Adventure children's story trail and a Courtyard with coffee shop.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Leisure Facilities

    • Wifi
  17. Brent Geese flying over Strangford Lough with Mournes on horizon

    Downpatrick

    Address

    Cuan Narrows, Strangford, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 7BU

    Telephone

    033 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    Strangford Lough  is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is almost fully enclosed by land. It is the largest sea water inlet in Ireland and the United Kingdom and an important habitat for wildlife.  A regular car ferry links theā€¦

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  18. Miniature train in Delamont Country Park with people

    Killyleagh, Downpatrick

    Address

    90 Downpatrick Road, Killyleagh, Downpatrick, Down, BT30 9TZ

    Telephone

    +44(0)79 0396 0993

    Price

    Price £2.50 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Rural

    The Delamont Miniature Railway first opened in 1999.  It is Ireland's longest miniature railway.  Experience the Park's beauty on this unique miniature train. 

    Price

    Price £2.50 Per Ticket

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  19. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

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    Downpatrick

    Address

    Quoile Countryside Centre, 5 Quay Road, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 7JB

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4461 5520

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    The Reserve provides a relaxing natural retreat and offers visitors tranquil riverside and woodland walks.

    Price

    Free

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Free Car Parking is available all year round with 4 car parks to choose from. One is located on the Quoile Road, another at the Quoile Countryside Centre on Quay Road and two additional parking areas further along Quay Road.
  20. Rostrevor

    Address

    78 Shore Road, Rostrevor, County Down, BT34 3AA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9185 3621

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    This beautiful area has superb views and good walking routes over Carlingford Lough. Rostrevor Forest is also known as one of the highest ranking woodlands in the East of Northern Ireland and is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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