LOCAL ACTIVITIES
Walking - Cycling: The quiet country roads of the Ards Peninsula are an
ideal location for rambling through the breathtaking scenery of the
Strangford Lough shores and Irish Sea coast.
Bird watching: We are located 1 mile from Strangford
Lough which is one of the most celebrated wild bird sanctuaries in
Europe.
Fishing: Both sea angling and fresh water fishing can be
arranged locally. Ballygrangee Fishery, located four miles away is
regularly stocked with Rainbow Trout. Fly fishing rods are available for
hire.
 Horse Riding: Bring your own horse and take part in
many of the local equestrian events, (stabling and grazing are
available).
Golf: There are five 18 hole golf courses within an 8 mile
radius of the cottages. (The closest is 15 minutes away).
Motor Sport: Kirkistown Race Circuit is 15
minutes from the cottages. There are car and motorcycle races held here
throughout the spring, summer and autumn seasons.
Quad Bike Riding: 1.5 miles, Fastrack Farm, booking essential,
Tel: 028 42757301
 LOCAL SANDY BEACHES
There are three main long sandy beaches within 5-10 minutes drive
from the cottages. These are safe and quiet, providing ample playspace
for the most boisterous of children.
OTHER ACTIVITIES NEARBY INCLUDE:
Diving, Game and Clay Bird shooting, Sailing.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
 Mount Stewart House and Gardens (2 ½ miles).
This National Trust property is of world renown.
Greyabbey Ancient monument (1 ½ miles).
Ruins of the Cistercian Abbey (12th century).
Exploris Aquarium (8 miles). Probably the best in
Ireland.
Ballycopeland Windmill ( Windmill restored to full
working order) (4 miles).
 Ulster Folk and Transport Museum Cultra
(15 miles). Cultural heritage centre and transport museum (Titanic
memorabilia). Very worthwhile. (Take a day here).
Castle Espie Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre on the shores
of Strangford Lough (8 miles).
A wonderful variety of wetland birds can be seen at close quarters (
great for the children).
Castle Ward (9 miles) Situated in Strangford, this
National Trust property is worth a visit (Take the ferry at
Portaferry).
Windmill Hill Portaferry (8 miles). This is the
best viewing point in the lower Ards Peninsula. You can see (on a clear
day) Scotland, Isle of Man, Mourne Mountains, English coast (Cumbria),
Republic of Ireland (County Louth).
Bring your camera!
Nendrum Monastic Site (10 miles) on Mahee Island.
Ancient monastic site.
Rowallane Gardens (National Trust) Saintfield. Another
wonderful National Trust garden well worth a visit.
 This list is by no means exhaustive. There are many other
attractions and activities in the locality.
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