City: Northern Ireland
Top Things to do in Northern Ireland
What to do and see in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom: The Best Nature & Wildlife Areas
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1. Whitehead Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Hanni_LR43 - Whitehead, United Kingdom
There is a great new artwork on show in the gardens of The Bank House, on Edward Road. The volunteers of Brighter Whitehead have woven a life-sized ploughman and horse from willow. One of their people, Bill Pollock, also restored a real antique plough to accompany the figures. They look very good. Meanwhile the public library has started a pilot for out-of-hours opening, which is going to be very useful. I took a history walking tour during the famous Victorian Street festival in November and heard many surprising stories such as the 90 ton spoil trains that would rumble though the town, or the people evacuated here from Belfast in World War II. There is a lot to see in this charming seaside town.
2. Broughshane Environment Waterfowl & Wildlife Trust
3. Seascope Hatchery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
Let Lucy the Lobster take you on an adventure from tiny lobster eggs through the dangerous journey of reaching adulthood. Come and see our on of a kind experience be only inches away from hundreds of baby lobsters and monster mothers.Our interactive educational experience offers fun learning opportunities for all ages as well as kids crafts and interactive treasure hunts.
Reviewed By 309dessieg
Very small but Brilliant friendly informative place to learn all about sea life but mainly lobsters. Cheap as chips. Underutilised simply due to funding. Stacey is an amazing person placed perfectly between seascope and tourist information. Extremely friendly and engaging with children I hope stacey will continue to work here.
4. Randalstown Forest Nature Reserve
5. Clare Glen Woodland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By flipflopkid
Clean and well kept. Great for all the family and abilities. Good parking at either end of the Glen.
6. Quoile Pondage Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By suebB5741MA - Shropshire, United Kingdom
Went for a stroll along the Quoile ,it was a lovely place ..plenty of parking ..places to sit and a lovely little piece of grass at the one end where you could have a picnic
7. Murlough National Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 313 reviews
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!
8. Tollymore National Outdoor Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
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!
9. National Trust Crom Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
Romantic and tranquil landscape of islands, woodland and historical ruins Located on the shores of Upper Lough Erne, Crom is one of the most romantic and peaceful places in Northern Ireland. This 2,000 acre demesne is surrounded by tranquil islands and ancient woodlands. One of Ireland's most important conservation areas, Crom is home to a wealth of wildlife. Discover it whether you are fishing, woodland walking, butterfly spotting or bird watching. At Crom you can experience the surroundings from a unique perspective when you hire one of our boats. Leave the road behind, a whole new world awaits you. Stay a while longer in one of our holiday cottages or book into the campsite or award-winning glamping pods.
Reviewed By lazydaisydo - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Lovely estate and lakes. We attended a family wedding here and the setting made for a perfect day . The cottages were well equiped.
10. WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 202 reviews
Reviewed By jonathanbU6118AH - Belfast, United Kingdom
Really lovely spot with lots to see, and contrary to a few other comments, we found the cafe to be excellent, staff were kind and courteous, found the food reasonably priced and tasty. Good way to spend a day out with the family
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