| |
The
County Down Coastline is a breathtaking sight
offering panoramic waterscape views, with a
wide range of activities on offer for both the
individual and families to enjoy. These activities
range from village festivals to a selection
of watersports.
For a full list of events in the fishing villages
and towns please click
here
 |
The
land which compliments the coastal villages
and towns provides an equally varied and
diverse landscape embracing the magical
Mourne Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty,
rolling hills, historic jewels linked to
our ancient past, and unspoiled woodlands.
This panoramic backdrop provides many opportunities
for outdoor visitor activities. The quaintness
and scenic imagery present in the fishing
villages
of Down have always stimulated creativity
through painting, poetry and interpretation.
|
Annalong
and Kilkeel
nestle at the foot of the Mourne Mountains which
offer wonderful opportunities for climbing, and
hiking. Uniquely for a Mountain range, the Mournes'
high summits are grouped together in a compact
area only 7 miles broad and 15 miles long containing
twelve peaks over two thousand feet tall and including
Slieve Donard, Northern Ireland's Highest Mountain.
The
surrounding drumlins, forests, woods and coastal
plains are idea for more gentle walks and cycling.
The many "greenlanes" throughout the
area have been developed and promoted as a series
of integrated cycling routes which appeal to
all ages and ability.
Ardglass
and Portavogie
are ideally positioned for the exploration
of the natural varied habitats of Strangford
Lough which gives rise to exceptionally
rich and varied marine life.
Over 2000 marine animal and plant species
have been found. The Exploris Aquarium on
the way to Portavogie
from Ardglass
(across Strangford Lough on the Ferry) provides
interpretation of the many species found
and a visit here represents an excellent
family expedition.
|
|
The
tranquil landscape of County Down is also an ideal
setting for horse riding, where you can meander
through ribbons of trees, trot around lakes trapped
by drumlins or ride at full gallop across miles
of golden sands.
The
very nature of the fishing villages
and their coastal location means that waterbased
activity is an obvious attraction.
 |
From
the shore you can take a small boat under
expert tuition and head out to sea to experience
the relaxation and drama of deep-sea-fishing.
Coarse, game or sea angling are also available
in the region.
In addition, Ardglass
Marina offers excellent berthing facilities
for up to 83 leisure craft throughout the
year.
|
Ardglass
Golf Course is one of the most scenic coastal
Golf Courses in Ireland and combined with Kilkeel's
championship parkland course and Kirkistown's
excellent facilities close to Portavogie,
opportunities are provided for multi-centre
golfing breaks.
If you would like to contact
us please do not hesitate to do so,
alternatively you can fill out our enquiry
form with any queries you may have
about our website.
|
