Knocknagoney Linear Park opened in 1985 and provides an important resource for parents and children. Park features include a children’s playground and a wide variety of wildlife. The park contains soccer pitches.

Musgrave Park, located in south Belfast, opened to the public in 1924. The park is named after Sir Henry Musgrave, who lived in nearby Drumglass House, and who donated the land used to build the park. Park features include walks, horticultural displays and a bottle bank. The park contains tennis courts, two bowling greens and Gaelic football, hurling and camogie pitches.

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.

Be prepared for an energetic climb up the waymarked trails of this steep park to enjoy great views of Belfast Lough from the Holywood escarpment. The dense canopy of beech wood is particularly spectacular in spring. Red squirrels now scamper around the disused Bear Pit of the former private zoo.

Dover Street Millennium Park in west Belfast was re-landscaped in 2000, with funding from the Millennium Commission and following consultation with the local community.

Carrickfergus Borough is recognised both locally and nationally for its Parks & Countryside. Not only has the region won 'Ulster in Bloom' seven times, but it has been runner-up in 'Britain in Bloom' six times. Whether you just want to have a pleasant walk or take part in a recreational activity, the Parks in Carrickfergus Borough have it all.

Wander among twenty acres of woodland and lush parkland which run alongside one of our busiest roads. Check out the well-maintained children's playground. Open all year.

Carrickfergus Borough is recognised both locally and nationally for its Parks & Countryside. Not only has the region won 'Ulster in Bloom' seven times, but it has been runner-up in 'Britain in Bloom' six times. Whether you just want to have a pleasant walk or take part in a recreational activity, the Parks in Carrickfergus Borough have it all.

A walk through this wooded wonderland is an exhilarating experience throughout the seasons. Obtain the Castle Park nature trail guide from the North Down Museum and follow the arrowed pathways. Stroll along the tree-lined avenue to explore the formal gardens.