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18 years ago
fantastic scenery, the beautiful outdoors all available for every member of the family, even rover!
66 Portstewart Road
Coleraine BT52 1EY
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Probably the best park in teh Triangle area. A fantastic enclosed play area for the children witha…read moresection for babies and todders and one for older children. There are beautifully well laid out flower displays and a large grassy area perfect for lounging about or playing a few ball sports on sunny days. There is a stream running through it which may worry some parents of smaller children but it is relatively well fenced off and mentioned before the park area is enclosed. The flowers displays really are beautiful and its such an idyllic spot even tho it is in the town centre.
Nice park with a beautiful stream through the middle. Pretty nice play area for the kids. And right…read moreby downtown square and shops.
This is an excellent park. It suits all age groups from youngest of the young to the elder folk!!!…read morePlenty of well kept flower beds, the place is spotless and lots to see and do. Love the lake but didn't get to see the inside of the Pavillion. Great toddlers play area and there are tennis courts and bowling green. There are also tables on which one can Bbq. The colours of the flowers and kiddies play area are wonderful and this is a wonderful gift left by Sir Frederick Adair in 1909.
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This is probably one of the nicest children's play parks in Carrickfergus, and strangely, a lot of…read morepeople don't know about it, as it is quite secluded! There are two entrances to Legg Park, one along the main Belfast Road, just up from the Model Primary School, and another entrance facing the Windrose. The park is fully fenced off and really well equipped with soft flooring, swings, slides and climbing frames. The park is also really nicely landscaped with lots of benches making it pleasant to sit around on a sunny day.
fantastic forest with plenty to entertain every member of the family. Plenty of nooks and crannies…read morefor all the little adventurers to discover and beautiful scenery for the older family members.
I have family down here so visit now and again, If you want to see a bit of Coleraine and keep fit…read moreat the same time try the Highway to Health Trail, starting at Coleraine Leisure Centre which can be walked in approximately 35 minutes and is suitable for people of all ages. My daughter also enjoys this walk
I'm a bit confused by the other review for the Amphitheatre, because this is not what I experienced…read moreat all. Before joining the gym, you must pay for an induction, which costs a tenner, but if you do decide to go ahead and sign up for a membership, they refund this charge. Monthly membership is £28.00 which I think is a fantastic deal, because when I was with Fitness First, I was paying a hell of a lot more than this and their facilities were horrendous, wheras the facilities at the Amphitheatre are top class. My membership fee also includes use of the pool, sauna, steam room etc. I paid my tenner for my induction, and I got a really thorough one, I was taken round every piece of equipment and given a full walkthrough of how to use them, which was good, because the equipment is so state of the art, I hadn't used anything quite like it before. The guy who gave me my induction also gave me lots of good tips and pointers for my workouts, which I appreciated. I love this gym!
Here with daughter number two for a birthday party. Great location, facilities and parkingread more
This is a great walk on the outskirts of Belfast. It is well hidden from the Manse road entrance…read morebut don't be put off its worth the view! It takes roughly 30 - 40 mins to ascend depending on fitness level. The path leads from a quaint bridge along a stony lane running behind Lagan college. It has quite a steep incline half way through - really gets the heart pumping. The vista over Belfast and the lough are breath taking. I usually catch a plane or ship coming in. Tip 1. Parking can be tight, i recommend parking in local estate Garland Hill and adding to the dander Tip 2. If you don't fancy the strenuous walk up hill there is another entrance with parking on the Lisnabreeny road itself.
I love finding different places to walk without having to travel too far and this is another such…read moreplace. 10 mins by car from my house in Carryduff and nestled in the Castlereagh hills. There's a small car park off Manse Rd easy to miss as it's not signposted. Entry to the walk is through a wooden gate on the left. You are on a par with Cavehill height- wise and when it's clear you can see right down to the port of Belfast or over to the spectacular Mournes. There's a Rath surrounded by trees which is eerily quiet and the gravelled path leads you down towards Cregagh Glen and waterfalls. You walk past the back of Lagan college and enter the Glen via an underpass. Be careful as the old railway sleeper path ways can be treacherous as I found out to my cost recently! They look dry but can be slippery as I ended upon my ass. Fortunately nothing damaged except ny dignity! You can take a detour to visit the monument to American soldiers who served in NI during WW2 or walk on down the Glen which is beautiful especially after rain when the water is really flowing. It is quite a steep walk back up to the car park but there are a few benches dotted around. Hard to believe you are right in the heart of urban Belfast. This place is well worth a visit with kids (there's a little adventure playground) or its a haven for dog walkers or even just on your own.
Havnt been able to locate this directly on the map but its off limavady on the DOGLEAP ROAD WELL…read moreWORTH A VISIT! Icing on the cake for that peaceful time out! Roe valley country park is the most tranquil place that i have ever been! Not easily impressed.it takes alot to for me to say YES..there is miles of walking and one day will never cover the whole park however u will have a wonderful experience with the miles that you do cover the fishermen will love it, the walkers will say HAPPY DAYS and the people just looking for something different will enjoy the time out. I took my children and though it was long for them ( I would advise a picnic) They loved it! So much from bat caves to the old bridges over the riverDefinitely a hidden treasure! A MUST SEE!
Mesmerisingly beautiful forest park located in South Belfast which is less cultivated and more…read morenatural in style. Really comes into its own during autumn when leaves turn golden. There are numerous trails to follow whether your walking, running or just aimlessly wandering. The air is filled with birdsong and sounds of running water from the Lagan River; I never listen to music or podcasts when walking through Belvoir as the sounds of nature are so relaxing. This is fast becoming one of my favourite locations in Belfast.
Let me start by clarifying the name of this forest park. Despite the spelling, its name is…read morepronounced 'Beaver'. Yes, it's odd I know. So, anyhoo, it's got an odd name, what else can I tell you about Belvoir? Well, it's a beautiful green space close to the centre of Belfast and in my experience, one that not that many people know about. Obviously, there is plenty of space taken over by lush green trees and shrubs which is ideal for kids and dogs. I think dogs are meant to be kept on leads but not everyone sticks to that and as long as the dogs behave, no-one gets too bent out of shape. There's also a river running through the forest park which dogs can splash about in although I don't let the kids go in it as I have a little bit of a rat phobia. Squirrels are everywhere, so take some nuts and they will come quite close to you to eat them. Cultured types will also be interested in the historical aspects of the forest like the 12th century motte. More simple types like me will just enjoy the fresh air, the greenery and the squirrels.
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It sounds a bit odd but this is actually a National trust property. That's because it's one of the…read morelongest and most beautiful beaches you've ever seen and because of the extensive sand dunes. It's also one of the dwindling number of north coast beaches to retain its blue flag status so if you don't fancy paddling in a weak sewage solution then choose this beach for your summer days out. This is my favourite thing about Portstewart Strand - you can drive your car on and park for the day. So no having to lug your pic nic, towels, buckets and spades from the car to the beach. Just open the car door and let it all fall out. If anyone gets cold or tired, they can just jump in the car and snuggle down for a while. You have to pay for what is definitely a privilege - just £4.50 to drive on and park for the day and if you go off season when the facilities are closed, you don't have to pay at all. I for one have no problem paying the National Trust £4.50 to park in a truly spectacular car park. So, the facilities - what exactly is there? Probably the best facilities I have seen at a beach anywhere in Northern Ireland. Clean toilets, showers and first aiders, as well as a shop where you can but sweets and drinks and last minutes buckets and spades. Join the National Trust, and I have promised myself I will this summer, and you can drive onto the beach as many times as you want without having to pay.
A nice 2 mile stretch of preserved beach betwixt the Irish Sea and the Portstewart Golf Course. It…read moreis a beautiful area. And the walking path gives all sorts of scenery: the beach, the city, the rocks, the land. Beautifully kept by the National Trust. You can even go out on the water, but don't forget your wetsuit!
As a family, we enjoy visiting this park. Parking is free and you have a choice of a few different…read morewalking/cycling paths. Some run alongside the river, under cover of trees, others across open ground. A few picnic tables benches are provided by the car park itself, but it would benefit from a few more tables/benches and benches only (ie for sitting and relaxing), at other points in the park. The play area is good, albeit on the small side, but if the weather is fine, we usually take along our own equipment for wide games eg balls, bats, frisbees etc., as there are some good, open green areas suitable for getting the family involved in some fun, active games.
The continual flooding of the river spoils this lovely area. The river needs dredged and the…read moreflooding put to an end! Also can't understand why the main entrance is chained up in the evening? Do the council fear someone might drive into the park after 5.30pm and steal a duck!
Nice beach - just park on it…read more This is a lovely, long and wide stretch of sand. No need to look for a parking lot, since you can park ON the beach. Some people here are fishing, some are surfing and some (like us) just enjoy the scenery. Be aware that the western side (from the car entrance) is not pet-friendly, while the eastern side is. Also from here you can get a good look at the Mussenden Temple (featured in GoT also). This beach here was a filming location for GoT - Dragonstone, where the Seven Idols of Westeros were burned. We did arrive here quite late and wished we would have had more time to enjoy this very laid-back beach. There were surprisingly few visitors that day. Not sure it's always like that though.
I have brought my kids here numerous times and they have enjoyed it every time from the pony…read moretrekking to the old houses, to the play park, really worth a visit and is a must for any trip up the Antrim coast. Wee tip is to take the tour of the site it is very bumpy but it's really interesting to see and hear about the farm and its history!
This was another magical place to see in Northern Ireland. This is not somewhere you would stay for…read morea long, unless you are a Game of Thrones fan. Some of the scenes were filmed here. The coast line is lovely. There is also a very interesting rock hill with two entrances. One ended abruptly when we walked in. I followed the other in for a short distance until a small streamed stopped my progress.
GoT Location - but much more than that!…read more Be sure to visit this place if you are anywhere near it. Of course, since GoT this place has gotten hugely popular. But even if you are not familiar with GoT you definitely have to see this place and its surrounding area. A small road leads you down to a parking lot right next to the harbour. A parking lot which is way too small for all the visitors. We managed to get a spot quickly anyways. Parking is free. If you don't want to take a chance, then there are some spotsjust before the village, all you need to do then is to walk down. The harbour itself is already nice and very picturesque. In the series it's the Iron Islands, where Theon comes home. There is even a plate with some information about it at the harbour. There's a small restaurant too, which was very busy. I believe they are happy that this place became so popular. The day we went - it was a sunday - there were some fishermen with their boats at the harbour. A great chance to buy some freshly caught fish for little money. We bought five fish....all it cost was 3£!! The landscape is very fascinating with interesting rock formations. But most visitors just check out the harbour, take pics and leave. Be sure to spend more time here. Just to the west there is a small cave. And a bit further a trail starts along the shore which goes on for miles. It's a fantastic walk with great views. Every step here in this amazing landscape is worth seeing and worth checking out. There are surprisingly few visitors. A good chance too to let your dog run free. Ours loved it! It's a very atmsopheric landscape full of character. We enjoyed it a lot....a lot more than the Causeway. It's still an almost untouched piece of nature. It's easy to see why the filmmakers chose this place. Definitely one of the must-sees in Northern Ireland! Wanna know more about me and my trips? Check my profile.
We took a drive up to portrush on Sunday, couldn't believe that the weather was so good being…read moreFebruary and the beach was beautiful,clean and people were out enjoying themselves either strolling or walking dogs and the brave were out surfing! It was our baby's first proper beach experience and he loved it , plenty of parking and and ice cream van in the car park. The beach seems to stretch into the distance and the sand is soft and golden. Has to be the best beach here.
Bowling fun for the family. Take advantage of their Family Deals and go along before 7.30 on a…read moreweekday to enjoy a bowl and something to eat/drink (different offers available so check the posters). You even get some tokens for playing a few of the games afterwards in the games area but be warned, there are not many machines that take the tokens (we usually use the air hockey and the TT Race machine) and nothing in the kidddie games area. You can sit and watch as you eat in the cafe area or take your food/drink to your bowling table. They are not strict about changing into bowling shoes and don't usually offer a pair, so wear soemthing sensible on your feet. Remember that even little one's can bowl with the aid of bumpers and/or a bowling frame (you put the bowl at the top and either pull a lever or push it down).
A great place to bring the family for an afternoon out! Good car parking facilities. A bowling…read morealley, a childrens adventure play area, a restaraunt and much more under the one roof!! Bring plenty of spending money though!!