Claire's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Drumkeeragh forest park is within walking distance from the cottage or a few minutes drive. The forest extends over 200 hectares, suitable for walking, family cycling and horse back riding, offering 10.5km of trails.
Drumkeeragh Forest
A trip through lanes in the Slieve Croob area of the Mourne Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the countryside between Dromara and Ballynahinch. This walk follows 2 public rights of way and narrow country roads in the rolling Dromara Hills. A walk for clear weather when the views can be enjoyed.
On the door step of Willow cottage, turn right or left to enjoy these beautiful walking paths.
Dromara
A trip through lanes in the Slieve Croob area of the Mourne Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the countryside between Dromara and Ballynahinch. This walk follows 2 public rights of way and narrow country roads in the rolling Dromara Hills. A walk for clear weather when the views can be enjoyed.
On the door step of Willow cottage, turn right or left to enjoy these beautiful walking paths.
The Windy Gap is a well know view point, off the Slievenaboley Road, in the Dromara Hills. The Windy Gap Pad is a rough farm track of just under a mile in length which joins the Slievenaboley and Legananny Roads. Simply follow the lane which starts a short distance from the car park to get a taste of the local area and return to the starting point or follow the directions below to extend your walk along country roads.
The Dromara Hills, part of the Mourne and Slieve Croob Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, are a compact area of hill, moorland and farms in the foothills of the Mourne Mountains.
Just a 5 minute drive from Willow cottage.
Windy Gap
106 Slievenaboley RdThe Windy Gap is a well know view point, off the Slievenaboley Road, in the Dromara Hills. The Windy Gap Pad is a rough farm track of just under a mile in length which joins the Slievenaboley and Legananny Roads. Simply follow the lane which starts a short distance from the car park to get a taste of the local area and return to the starting point or follow the directions below to extend your walk along country roads.
The Dromara Hills, part of the Mourne and Slieve Croob Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, are a compact area of hill, moorland and farms in the foothills of the Mourne Mountains.
Just a 5 minute drive from Willow cottage.
Castlewellan Forest Park covers 450 hectares of land lying north of the Mourne Mountains. Outdoor activities include camping and touring, walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing on the lake, canoeing and orienteering, just a 15 minute drive from Willow cottage.
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Castlewellan skógarhlið
Forest Park ViewCastlewellan Forest Park covers 450 hectares of land lying north of the Mourne Mountains. Outdoor activities include camping and touring, walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing on the lake, canoeing and orienteering, just a 15 minute drive from Willow cottage.
Explore 100 acres of stunning gardens in the grounds of Northern Ireland's only royal residence. Afterwards, enjoy delicious food and drink, just 15 minute drive from Willow cottage.
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Hillsborough Castle og garðar
301-303 The SquareExplore 100 acres of stunning gardens in the grounds of Northern Ireland's only royal residence. Afterwards, enjoy delicious food and drink, just 15 minute drive from Willow cottage.
Golf
Royal County Down is located in one of the world's most naturally beautiful links settings in the Murlough Nature Reserve. Against the magnificent backdrop of the Mountains of Mourne, the links stretches along the shores of Dundrum Bay, zigzagging back and forth to provide a different vista from virtually every hole.
Just a 20 minute drive from Willow cottage.
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Royal County Down Golf Club
36 Golf Links RdRoyal County Down is located in one of the world's most naturally beautiful links settings in the Murlough Nature Reserve. Against the magnificent backdrop of the Mountains of Mourne, the links stretches along the shores of Dundrum Bay, zigzagging back and forth to provide a different vista from virtually every hole.
Just a 20 minute drive from Willow cottage.
But despite the tests Spa can and will provide it is a beautiful, tranquil and well-presented golf course nestling in the heart of the famous Co Down drumlin country.
Panoramic views of the majestic Mourne Mountains are complimented by the abundance of native flora and fauna while the fascinating local wildlife often add to the natural attractions.
Spa Golf Club, just 4 miles from Willow cottage, will more than satisfy the most discerning player with all the modern amenities and facilities on offer.
Spa Golf Club
20 Grove RdBut despite the tests Spa can and will provide it is a beautiful, tranquil and well-presented golf course nestling in the heart of the famous Co Down drumlin country.
Panoramic views of the majestic Mourne Mountains are complimented by the abundance of native flora and fauna while the fascinating local wildlife often add to the natural attractions.
Spa Golf Club, just 4 miles from Willow cottage, will more than satisfy the most discerning player with all the modern amenities and facilities on offer.
Restaurants
The fully licensed Yard Restaurant at Hillyard House has rustic yet modern feel and can sit up to 100 people - supporting local suppliers and working with local people.
15 minutes from willow cottage.
Hillyard House
1-5 Castle AvenueThe fully licensed Yard Restaurant at Hillyard House has rustic yet modern feel and can sit up to 100 people - supporting local suppliers and working with local people.
15 minutes from willow cottage.