Family Adventure: Explore the Strangford Way

Mount Stewart  

Address: Portaferry Road, Newtownards, BT22 2AD    Telephone: +44 (0)28 4278 8387 

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A National Trust Neo Classical House, Gardens, and Demesne. Be prepared for a walk; bring a picnic for the grounds.

Exploris Aquarium 

Address: The Rope Walk, Castle Street, Portaferry BT22 1NZ   Telephone: +44 (0)28 4272 8062

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Northern Ireland’s only aquarium is situated a one-hour drive from Belfast, on the shores of Strangford Lough. Suitable for the whole family.

Strangford Ferry 

Travel gently across Strangford Lough between Portaferry & Strangford. Visit Artisan Cook House or The Cuan. Available for cars or foot passengers. Runs daily. 

Ferry Timetable

Castle Ward

Address: Strangford, Downpatrick BT30 7BA    Telephone: +44(0)28 4272 8062

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Stunning house & grounds, managed by the National Trust. Nature trails and beautiful views across Strangford Lough.