Exploris Aquarium is located on the shores of the Marine Nature reserve of Strangford Lough.
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In this 'you may also like' section we attempt to answer what else can I do? Here you have a list by order of being the closest some more beaches, things to see and do, places to eat and upcoming events.
Cloughey has one of the best beaches in the Ards Peninsula boasting a wide sweep of sand with miles of sand dunes and a castle to explore! The bay faces South East with a long spit of stones providing protection from the Irish Sea swell. Cloughey Bay due to the size and protection is popular for windsurfing, water-skiing, kitesurfing and kite
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Ballyhalbert beach is sandy in a small village with a harbour on the east (Irish Sea) coast of the Ards Peninsula between Ballywalter and Portavogie. Just past the harbour is mainland Irelands most easterly point – Burr Point. Ballywalter also has a nature reserve, an old castle mound and the ruins of an old church. Share:
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Ballywalter beach is actually two beaches but it is the long south sandy beach that draws most visitors, with rock pools and never too crowded. Ballywalter is a village situated on the east (Irish Sea) coast of the Ards Peninsula. Facilities include small playground nearby, grass areas behind the beach, car parking and toilets. Share:
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Millisle Beach is close to the seaside town of Millisle making it convenient and a perfect spot with its wide, golden sands and lagoon. Having the lagoon makes this beach perfect for families as swimming is really safe and there is a jetty and slipway as well for boats and a further paddling pool for the kids. What we liked
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Portaferry lifeboat station was established in 1980 and operates an inshore lifeboat. Station open by appointment only. Share:
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Strangford Lough is the biggest sea lough or lake in the United Kingdom. It flows into the Irish Sea at the Strangford Narrows but apart from that, is landlocked. There is over 15 000 acres of shore, islands, wetlands, marsh and woodlands here for wildlife to enjoy and it’s a lovely day out in the country if you’re a keen
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Mount Stewart House and Gardens is an 18th Century mansion house owned by the Londonderry family and situated just a little way from Greyabbey. The estate is 98 acres and the house itself is well worth a visit as it houses one of the most exclusive collections of art collected from all over the globe complemented by incredible gardens that
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Built in 1857 and dramatically perched above the market town, the tower was built as a memorial to the Third Marquis of Londonderry. It stands in Scrabo Country Park surrounded by beautiful woodland walks and parkland. A climb of 122 steps will take visitors to the open viewing level which gives spectacular views across Strangford Lough, the Mourne Mountains, Belfast
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Dating back to the 1700’s, The Portaferry Hotel offers stunning views across Strangford Lough. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV, satellite channels and a seating area. Share:
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Located in Portaferry in the Down County Region, 34 km from Belfast, Fiddlers Green features a sun terrace and a private beach area. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Fiddlers Green features free WiFi throughout the property. A TV is available. Share:
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Ballyrusley B&B is located in Portaferry. Free WiFi access is available. There is also an electric kettle. Private bathroom also comes with a bath or shower. You can enjoy garden view from the room. Share:
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Just 20 minutes from Belfast centre, The Strangford Arms is a renovated Victorian hotel, offering elegant rooms and free private parking. With an award-winning restaurant, there is also free Wi-Fi. Share:
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