Local places to see and things to do
Sightseeing
Murlough Beach
Enjoy long walks or a picnic on the beach. Great sand dunes
Lovely scenery, lovely play park. My personal favourite is the Riverwalk
97 locals recommend
Tollymore Forest Park
Bryansford RoadLovely scenery, lovely play park. My personal favourite is the Riverwalk
Beautiful to look at, tough to climb, but well worth spending time in them
127 locals recommend
Mourne Mountains
Moyad RoadBeautiful to look at, tough to climb, but well worth spending time in them
Silent Valley Reservoir
Great day out, beautiful scenery
Beautiful Lake, nice walk around it, or if you are feeling adventurous check out kayaking, canoeing etc at Life Adventure Centre
73 locals recommend
Castlewellan Forest Park
Forest Park ViewBeautiful Lake, nice walk around it, or if you are feeling adventurous check out kayaking, canoeing etc at Life Adventure Centre
Slieve Donard
Slieve Croob
Very nearby and worth a visit
Maghera Round Tower and Church (historical site associated with St Donard)
Very nearby and worth a visit
Kilbroney Park
Shore RoadNeighbourhoods
Great vibe about the town. Lovely views of the sea and mountains, take a stroll on the promenade, get a coffee or a pint, or climb a mountain! The choices are endless
29 locals recommend
Newcastle
Great vibe about the town. Lovely views of the sea and mountains, take a stroll on the promenade, get a coffee or a pint, or climb a mountain! The choices are endless
Castlewellan
Lovely shops, cafes, and walks!
Great town about 20 minutes away.. with do much to do and see, Swimming Pool, Cinema, St Patrick's Centre and the Down County Museum
17 locals recommend
Downpatrick
Great town about 20 minutes away.. with do much to do and see, Swimming Pool, Cinema, St Patrick's Centre and the Down County Museum
About 20 miles from our holiday home, Banbridge is home to the Game of Thrones Studio tour and Boulevard Outlet shopping centre
Banbridge
About 20 miles from our holiday home, Banbridge is home to the Game of Thrones Studio tour and Boulevard Outlet shopping centre
Things to Do
Royal County Down Golf Club
36 Golf Links RdGolf Centre Newcastle (County Down)
39 Castlewellan RdMini Golf and driving range
The Mourne Archery Centre
35 Carnacaville RdJust a few minutes walk from the house, a great way to spend a few hours
Life Adventure Centre
Forest Park ViewKayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Mountain Bikes
Tollymore National Outdoor Centre
32 Hilltown RdCoco's Children's Adventure Playground
27A Central PromenadeIndoor play area, great for children
Mountpanther Farm Park
39 Dundrum RdLovely Farm Park, great for families
Seaforde Gardens & Tropical Butterfly House
Seaforde GardensThe Saint Patrick Centre
53A Market StVery Informative Centre with a great Cafe
Down County Museum
English StreetGamekeepers Lodge Equestrian Centre
270 Moyad RoadA great day trip..take the ferry from Strangford to Portaferry and explore the aquarium
49 locals recommend
Exploris Aquarium
1 Castle StA great day trip..take the ferry from Strangford to Portaferry and explore the aquarium
Eclipse Cinema Downpatrick
5 Owenbeg AveDown Leisure Centre
114 Market StThe Boulevard Banbridge
Bridgewater ParkOutlet Shopping Centre
Ballydugan Medieval Settlement - Home of Magnus Viking Association
Drumcullan RoadDownpatrick & County Down Railway
Market StreetCranfield Alpacas
37 Cranfield RdStrangford station
This is a lovely day trip, drive along the coast from Newcastle, via Annalong Kilkeel to Greencastle, explore the ancient castle.
Get the Ferry to Greenore, hopefully spot Finn the resident Dolphin.
Have a leisurely afternoon in Carlingford, get some lunch, walk along the greenway before driving home via Newry.
Scenic Carlingford Ferry Greencastle Terminal
80 Greencastle Pier RoadThis is a lovely day trip, drive along the coast from Newcastle, via Annalong Kilkeel to Greencastle, explore the ancient castle.
Get the Ferry to Greenore, hopefully spot Finn the resident Dolphin.
Have a leisurely afternoon in Carlingford, get some lunch, walk along the greenway before driving home via Newry.
Local Food & Entertainment Scene
Some of my favourite local spots
The Maghera Inn
86 Ballyloughlin RdGreat food, great atmosphere
Villa Vinci
31 Main StMaginns
9-11 Main StMourne Seafood Bar
34-36 Bank StBrunel's Restaurant
32 Downs RdCarrick Cottage Cafe
204 Head RdPercy French Inn
Downs RoadBurrendale Hotel, Country Club & Spa
51 Castlewellan RdAvoca Hotel
93-97 Central PromenadeQuinns Bar
62-64 Main StGood food, and happening spot at the weekends
Great spot to have a few drinks, play pool and listen to live music 🎶
8 locals recommend
O'Hares Lounge Bars
121 Central PromenadeGreat spot to have a few drinks, play pool and listen to live music 🎶