Birds — Magpie, House Sparrow, Blackbird +42 more · last seen 2024; Birds — Magpie, House Sparrow, Blackbird +42 more · last seen 2024
Free
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Insect spotting
Strong match
Insects — Red Admiral, Small Tortoiseshell, Dark Arches +104 more · last seen 2025; Insects — Red Admiral, Small Tortoiseshell, Dark Arches +104 more · last seen 2025
Free
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Heritage
Strong match
Historic site
Free
Trails nearby
Within roughly 5 km
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Walking
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12 signed routes nearby
Signed route nearby
Lake Walk, Mount StewartWalking route1 km▾
Mount Stewart in County Down is one of the most unique and unusual gardens managed by the National Trust, enjoying the mild climate of the Ards Peninsula. This circular walk takes in the majestic views around the lake.
Named routeLength 1 kmDuration 00:45Round tripLocal walking route
Green Trail, Mount StewartWalking route4 km▾
Follows the glen past Moat Hill, site of an 11th century motte, and down to the Piggery.
Named routeLength 4 kmDuration 02:00-03:00Round tripLocal walking route
Blue Trail, Mount StewartWalking route3.4 km▾
Takes in woodland and shelterbelt within the demesne, including the ruins of the folly.
Named routeLength 3.4 kmDuration 02:30Round tripLocal walking route
Yellow Trail, Mount StewartWalking route1.1 km▾
The trail takes in the path around New Hill and our natural play area.
Named routeLength 1.1 kmDuration 00:30Round tripLocal walking route
Red Squirrel Walk, Mount StewartWalking route1.6 km▾
Trace the lake, formal & informal gardens and the woodlands at Mount Stewart. Spot red squirrels on the route up to Rhododendron Hill, which has become a haven for these shy creatures. Also spot swans & unique features added by Lady Londonderry.
Named routeLength 1.6 kmDuration 01:30Round tripLocal walking route
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Cycling
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1 signed route nearby
Signed route nearby
Strangford Lough Cycle TrailCycling route▾
Former portions of Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's National Cycle Network route 99 & Regional Route 20, de-designated by them in 2020 because they're on-road. Some signage may still remain.
