Things to do in Newcastle, Northern Ireland: The Best Nature & Parks

March 3, 2022 Enedina Augsburger

Discover the best top things to do in Newcastle, United Kingdom including Slieve Bearnagh, Dundrum Castle, Murlough National Nature Reserve, Silent Valley and Ben Crom Reservoirs, Tollymore Forest Park, Tollymore National Outdoor Centre, Slieve Donard, The Granite Trail, Coco's Adventure Playground.
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1. Slieve Bearnagh

Newcastle Northern Ireland
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Slieve Bearnagh

2. Dundrum Castle

Castle Hill Dundrum, Newcastle BT33 0LN Northern Ireland +44 28 9023 5000 http://www.discovernorthernireland.com/Dundrum-Castle-Dundrum-Newcastle-P2866
Excellent
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4.5 based on 193 reviews

Dundrum Castle

Reviewed By jade191215

We were the only ones to visit the castle. It is incredible with a lovely view of Dundrum when you climb on top of it, and it is a 7 minute walk from the center of Dundrum.

3. Murlough National Nature Reserve

The Mourne Mountains, Newcastle BT33 0NQ Northern Ireland +44 28 4375 1467 http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/murlough
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4.5 based on 313 reviews

Murlough National Nature Reserve

Reviewed By machinmad - Norwich, United Kingdom

From the car park we took the right hand boardwalk to the beach then followed the shoreline right round the peninsular and back inland to the road bridge. It was high tide and very wet, but was just manageable . The sea walk was spectacular, as the big waves crashed in. Seals basked on the opposite shore, oblivious to the sound of gunfire from the military firing range. A stunning 2hr circular walk despite the heavy rain on the way back!

4. Silent Valley and Ben Crom Reservoirs

Head Road Annalong, Newcastle BT33 0HU Northern Ireland +44 28 4372 2428 http://www.niwater.com/silent-valley.aspx
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4.5 based on 365 reviews

Silent Valley and Ben Crom Reservoirs

Reviewed By Destination84931

Arrived on a sunny Saturday, the view ofthe reservoir was absolutely amazing .Walk a mere three miles and up 270 steps to Ben crom dam.one wishes a drone would capture the true essence of the beauty of the scenery. Stop of on your way back for a cup of coffee in the victorian tea room.

5. Tollymore Forest Park

Bryansford Road, Newcastle BT33 0PW Northern Ireland +44 28 4372 2428 http://www.discovernorthernireland.com/Tollymore-Forest-Park-Newcastle-P2888
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4.5 based on 763 reviews

Tollymore Forest Park

Reviewed By dermotc502

Great place to visit loads of scenic walks the river walk is fantastic Toilets on site and a mobile eatery

6. Tollymore National Outdoor Centre

32 Hilltown Road Bryansford, Newcastle BT33 0PZ Northern Ireland +44 28 4372 2158 [email protected] http://www.tollymore.com/
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4.5 based on 61 reviews

Tollymore National Outdoor Centre

Tollymore National Outdoor Centre is located on the northern edge of the Mourne Mountains on the fringe of Tollymore Forest Park. We provide a wide range of skills and leadership courses in outdoor adventure activities including rockclimbing, hillwalking, canoeing and kayaking, mountain biking, mountaineering and orienteering to groups and individuals. On site facilities include high and low ropes courses, indoor and outdoor climbing walls, canoe rolling pool, and a mountain bike skills course. The Centre also includes ensuite accommodation and a range of meeting and conference rooms.

Reviewed By TravelBuds1and2

we rented electric bikes and had an awesome adventure. We rode higher than we would have on regular bicycles and saw some amazing Irish scenery. Wonderful memories!

7. Slieve Donard

Newcastle Northern Ireland
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4.5 based on 296 reviews

Slieve Donard

Reviewed By 888Sausage

We stayed at the Slieve Donard on a spa-stay deal. Wow this is a classy hotel. We were upgraded to a sea view which is the advantage of visiting during November I guess, but there were plenty of people there, the hotel wasn’t empty. Set in lovely grounds beside the sea, this is a large hotel with multiple restaurants and bars. Breakfast was incredible - look out for the cream, honey and WHISKEY that you’re encouraged to have with your porridge - that really set me up for the day! It was impressive to read the booklets on the tables about where in Northern Ireland all the breakfast ingredients were sourced from, and read the interviews with the local business owners. In the evening we had cocktails in the Charlie Chaplin bar, lovely place and good cocktails, the staff even went off menu when my husband asked for a particular favourite cocktail of his. Hotel guests can use the pool and sauna/steam room/jacuzzi at any time. The second day we then went to the spa area for massages - would highly recommend this as this area also has its own sauna/steam room/jacuzzi on a different floor to the one for hotel guests. I visited on a Tuesday morning and had the place to myself. I could really relax here. All staff were so friendly. Do check out the museum room documenting the history of the hotel.

8. The Granite Trail

Newcastle Northern Ireland
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

The Granite Trail

9. Coco's Adventure Playground

27A Central Promenade, Newcastle BT33 0AA Northern Ireland +44 28 4372 6226 http://cocosplayground.co.uk
Excellent
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3.5 based on 76 reviews

Coco's Adventure Playground

Reviewed By joannesH4880CZ

I've just returned home after having my daughter's 6th birthday party in cocos. I can safely say it was the best birthday party experience I've had to date. Staff and general service was outstanding. They went that extra mile to make sure everything flowed very smoothly and that parents and children were well looked after and had everything they needed to have a fantastic day. Thank u so much to all the staff there and I look forward to returning again.

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