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  1. Picture of Montalto House and lake within Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch.
    Friends exploring the trails & gardens at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Friends browsing items in The Shop at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Picture of a delicious breakfast fry made with local produce available from The Cafe at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Montalto Estate, wooden playpark
    Photograph of a family walking through trails and gardens on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Dog playing in the Bark Park at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch
    Picture of Montalto House and lake within Montalto Estate in Ballynahinch.
    Friends exploring the trails & gardens at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Friends browsing items in The Shop at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Picture of a delicious breakfast fry made with local produce available from The Cafe at Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Montalto Estate, wooden playpark
    Photograph of a family walking through trails and gardens on Montalto Estate, Ballynahinch.
    Dog playing in the Bark Park at 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

    An enchanting 18th century Georgian estate in the stunning Down countryside offering a 5 star attraction, bespoke conference and events venue, Georgian mansion for private hire and accommodation, gardens including walled garden and 8km of trails.

    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

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    • Senior's Discount Tuesday at Montalto Estate - Tuesdays for Seniors: Explore & Enjoy.

      For all of our visitors aged 65 and over! Join us for a special Tuesday deal that combines a delightful visit to our Trails & Gardens with a tasty treat from The Café.

      For just £12, you'll get: Full-day access: Explore our beautiful Trails & Gardens at your leisure.

      And your choice of:

      - A Scone of Your Choice

      - A Toasted Ham and Cheese Croissant

      - Soup of the Day, Paired with Wheaten Bread

       

      ...AND a refreshing tea or coffee.

       

      The perfect way to complete your experience. Relax, unwind, and enjoy a well-deserved break!

      Book

      Please note: This offer is valid only on Tuesdays and cannot be combined with other promotions.

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    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Open 09:30 - 16:00

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Establishment Features

    • Pets accepted

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

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

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Restaurant on Premises

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
    • 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.
    Digging in the Past 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.
    Digging in the Past 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 help…

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Pets accepted

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (charge)
  3. 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
    Walking on the Slievenaslat Walking Trail
    Walkers enjoying the views 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
    Walking on the Slievenaslat Walking Trail
    Walkers enjoying the views of Castlewellan Forest Park

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

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    Castlewellan

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Castlewellan Forest Park is 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…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Nov 2025to28 Feb 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
    From:
    25 Dec 2025
    From:
    1 Mar 2026to31 Mar 2026Open 09:00 - 18:00
    From:
    1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026Open 09:00 - 20:00
    From:
    1 Oct 2026to31 Oct 2026Open 09:00 - 18:00

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
  4. Children enjoying Aslan's Table in Kilbroney Park
    Children in Kilbroney Play Park
    Mountain Bike Trails Kilbroney
    Children enjoying Aslan's Table in Kilbroney Park
    Children in Kilbroney Play Park
    Mountain Bike Trails Kilbroney

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 226 reviews226 reviews

    Rostrevor

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44(0)33 0137 4046

    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 café…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (charge) - Parking Charges apply
  5. Family standing over a gate looking at the view of the Islands on Strangford Lough, from Grey Point Lookout at Delamont Country Park.
    Family enjoying a walk to Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park.
    Child climbing and another on a slide in the play park, at 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 view of the Islands on Strangford Lough, from Grey Point Lookout at Delamont Country Park.
    Family enjoying a walk to Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park.
    Child climbing and another on a slide in the play park, at Delamont Country Park.
    Family enjoying the view of the Mourne Mountains from Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park.

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 162 reviews162 reviews

    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 Delamont…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking - Charges apply for the parking of vehicles.
  6. Family Entering Fionn's Giant Adventure
    Children playing around a giant book in Slieve Gullion Forest Park
    Awakening your Senses in the Magic of the Ring of Gullion
    A group foraging with Brian from Mountain Ways Ireland overlooking the Ring of Gullion.
    View from Slieve Gullion Forest Park
    Family Entering Fionn's Giant Adventure
    Children playing around a giant book in Slieve Gullion Forest Park
    Awakening your Senses in the Magic of the Ring of Gullion
    A group foraging with Brian from Mountain Ways Ireland overlooking the Ring of Gullion.
    View from Slieve Gullion Forest Park

    Killeavy

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 330 137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Half Term Activities

    Slieve Gullion Forest Park offers the unmissable opportunity to experience tranquil woodland trails, stunning views across the Ring of Gullion, Mourne Mountains, Cooley Peninsula and Armagh Drumlins and is a top class facility for walkers and…

  7. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 39 reviews39 reviews

    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.
  8. Pink flowers
    Blue flowers
    Butterfly on flower
    Pink flower and green leaves
    Pink flower plant in grass
    Stone barn, green garden and table and chairs
    Pink flowers
    Blue flowers
    Butterfly on flower
    Pink flower and green leaves
    Pink flower plant in grass
    Stone barn, green garden and table and chairs

    Ballynahinch

    Address

    77 Magheratimpany Road, Ballynahinch, County Down, BT24 8PA

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9756 2812

    Type

    Type:

    Nature and Wildlife

    The Garden has been created by Colin and Susan Tindall. Colin his love for trees and Susan, woodland, snowdrops, ferns, dwarf shrubs and flowering plants.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
  9. 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 the…

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
  10. 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 is…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Parking (free)
  11. Downpatrick

    Address

    Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6GQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4000

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark is a UNESCO Global Geopark and recognised Area of Outstanding Beauty that seamlessly blends stunning landscapes, rich geological history, and vibrant cultural heritage.

  12. 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

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 685 reviews685 reviews

    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 and…

    Facilities

    Provider Preferences

    • Dogs Welcome Inside

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  13. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 155 reviews155 reviews

    Saintfield

    Address

    Rowallane Gardens, Saintfield, County Down, BT24 7LH

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9751 0131

    Gradings

    • Four Star Quality Assurance
    Four Star Quality Assurance

    Type

    Type:

    The National Trust

    This unique garden has grown from the 19th century beginnings of the Reverend John Moore and his nephew Hugh Armytage Moore. Their vision created a place where you can leave the world behind and immerse yourself in nature's beauty.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Facilities

    Establishment Features

    • Wifi
  14. Kilclief, Strangford Lough

    Kilclief

    Address

    Shore Road, Kilclief, County Down, BT30 7NW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Maritime Heritage

    A picturesque beach on the Narrows of Strangford Lough, Kilclief is a sandy beach with a castle dating from 1413 built by John Sely, bishop of Down. The Angus Rock Lighthouse lies in the middle of the Narrows and on the horizon, it is possible to…

  15. Strangford Stone in Delamont Country Park, Killyleagh

    Killyleagh, Downpatrick

    Address

    Delamont Country Park, 90 Downpatrick Road, Killyleagh, Downpatrick, Down, BT30 9TZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoors

    The imposing Strangford Stone is the tallest megalith in the British Isles.  It was quarried from the Mourne Mountains and now stands tall in Delamont Country Park, Killyleagh facing the Mournes.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • On site parking
  16. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 815 reviews815 reviews

    Newcastle

    Address

    Bryansford Road, Tollymore Park, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0PR

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 4372 2428

    Type

    Type:

    Forest Parks

    Tollymore Forest Park has panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and the sea at Newcastle and is open to the public all year. Tollymore Forest covers an area of almost 630 hectares at the foot of the Mourne Mountains.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - There is a charge for parking in Tollymore Forest Park. 
  17. Cloughmore Stone

    Rostrevor

    Address

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

    Telephone

    03301374046

    Type

    Type:

    Landscape/View

    The Slieve Roosley landscape could be described as the ‘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 of…

  18. Ring of Gullion

    Newry

    Address

    Cardinal O'Fiaich Square, Crossmaglen, Newry, County Down, BT35 9HQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4898

    Type

    Type:

    Landscape/View

    he Ring of Gullion Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is a unique geological landform and was the first ring dyke in the world to be geologically mapped.  Situated in south Armagh, this AONB is not just a landscape; it’s a reflection of the people…

  19. Group of ladies enjoying the Annesley Garden walk in Castlewellan Forest Park

    Castlewellan

    Address

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

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 33 0137 4046

    Type

    Type:

    Garden

    The Castlewellan Arboretum and Annesley Garden is situated north of the foothills of the Mourne Mountains in County Down, Northern Ireland. 

  20. Beautiful greenery at 7 Mount Charles North Garden, with wooden bench to enjoy the surroundings.
    Up close image of purple flowers located at 7 Mount Charles North Garden.
    Flower beds with greenery and purple blooms located at 7 Mount Charles North Garden.
    Exterior stone steps overgrown with green shrubbery with purple and while blooms.
    Close image of purple flowers at located at 7 Mount Charles North Garden.
    Beautiful greenery at 7 Mount Charles North Garden, with wooden bench to enjoy the surroundings.
    Up close image of purple flowers located at 7 Mount Charles North Garden.
    Flower beds with greenery and purple blooms located at 7 Mount Charles North Garden.
    Exterior stone steps overgrown with green shrubbery with purple and while blooms.
    Close image of purple flowers at located at 7 Mount Charles North Garden.

    Newry

    Address

    7 Mount Charles North, Bessbrook, Newry, County Down, BT35 7DW

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 3083 8006

    Type

    Type:

    Garden

    A ¼ acre garden in a 19th century linen village. As the garden is divided into areas there is something to suit all tastes.

    Facilities

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
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