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Belfast ZooSitting at the mouth of the gentle River Lagan where it becomes a deep and sheltered lough, Belfast is surrounded by mountains that create a special micro-climate that is conducive and beneficial to horticulture. From the Victorian idyll that is Botanic Gardens in the heart of the city to the spectacular heights of Cave Hill Country Park, the great expanse of Lagan Valley Regional Park to the tranquil beauty of Colin Glen, Belfast is blessed with an abundance of beautiful parkland and forest parks, none more than a 30-minute bus ride from the centre of Belfast.

An integral part of Belfast’s heritage, and home to an abundance of local wildlife, they are part of the fabric of city life, and great places for a picnic, a stroll, or, if you’ve packed your running shoes, a jog. Remember to check for the host of fabulous events that take place throughout the year at our parks, from world famous festivals such as Rose Week to special activities such as bird watching evenings and great beast hunts!

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The Ward family designed the Castle Park Walled Garden in the 1840s. It was never open to the public and was considered by many as a secret garden! North Down Borough Council have restored this beautiful the Garden and it will officially open as a visitor attraction in April 2009.

Valentine Road, Castle Park,
BANGOR, BT20 4BN
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9127 0069 Fax: +44 (0) 28 9127 4466 Email Website
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Kingsland Play and Picnic Area is a popular recreation area for families, here you can picnic with great views out to sea with views as far as Antrim and Scotland, You can also enjoy a game of tennis or putting while the kids can enjoy the great playground. Kingsland is close to Ballyholme with its cafes and bars. Seafront location in Bangor,
BANGOR, Down, BT20 5ED
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9127 0069 Fax: +44 (0) 28 9127 4466 Email Website
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This rocky outcrop is located between Ballyholme and the little village of Groomsport. Covered in gorse, it is good for rough walking and for spotting birds, flowers and foxes.

Location: Between Ballyholme and Groomsport,
BANGOR, BT20 5NG
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9127 0069 Email Website
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Crawfordsburn is one of Ulster’s most popular country parks to relish its 3.5km of lovely beaches and riverside rambles. One of the waymarked trails takes walkers through a deep wooded glen and waterfall.

Bridge Road South, Helen's Bay,
BANGOR, BT20 5ED
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9185 3621
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Get away from it all or go orienteering in the hilly hinterland of Holywood among the conifers of this elevated forest overlooking Ballysallagh trout-fishing reservoirs and views as far as Scotland. Ballysallagh Road, Craigantlet, Craigantlet,
HOLYWOOD, Down, BT20 5ED
Tel: +44 (0) 2891270069 Fax: +44 (0) 2891274466 Email Website
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Victoria Park, situated in east Belfast, opened in 1906. One of the park’s biggest attractions is its lake, which was originally used for boating.



Park Avenue,
BELFAST, BT4
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9031 4762 Email Website
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Northern Walking offer a range of walks and tours around Causeway Coast and Glens and Belfast Lough. We have a number of ‘off the rack’ cultural and heritage walks however walks can be custom made to suit your needs but must be planned in advance. All walks are led by qualified leaders and are a great way to take in the local hills and coastal paths. Moyle Enterprise Centre, 61 Leyland Road,
BALLYCASTLE, Antrim, BT54 6EZ
Tel: +44(0)7707994600. Email Website
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Drumglass Park, located between the Lisburn and Malone Roads in south Belfast, is popular with families and young children. It also hosts music events in the summer. It is commonly known as Cranmore or Marlborough Park.

Lisburn Road,
BELFAST, BT9
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9038 1581 Email Website
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This geological phenomenon sits in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the North Antrim coast and is a world heritage site and a fabulous day visit from Belfast. 

60 Causeway Road,
BUSHMILLS, BT57 8SU
Tel: +44 (0) 28 2073 1855 Email Website
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This bracing seafront facility close to Holywood town is an ideal venue for all the family.

Seapark Road off A2 half a mile from Hollywood.,
HOLYWOOD, BT20 5ED
Tel: +44 (0) 28 9042 2894 Fax: +44 (0) 28 9127 4466 Email Website
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