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Who: For those who enjoy picture perfect scenery and locations
Where: The Ards Peninsula and City of Bangor
Duration: Full Day / Overnight Stay
Grab your camera and set off on a journey up the peninsula for some truly unique selfie spots, finishing up in Northern Ireland's newest City, Bangor!
St Cooey’s Wells, Tara Bay, BT22 1RF
The Wells were founded in the 7th century by St. Cooey and reopened in 1977. According to tradition, it was here that St. Cooey performed his penitential exercises in the late 7th and early 8th centuries. A drinking well, washing well and eye well are still visited by pilgrims and are reputed to have healing powers. On the shore a short distance from the Church a flat rock can be found with deep indentations which, according to popular belief, mark where St. Cooey placed his hands and feet whilst in prayer.
Kearney Village, Portaferry, BT22 1QP
12 mins from previous
A showpiece village carefully restored by the National Trust to give the authenticity of a traditional fishing village and has with views across to Scotland, the Isle of Man and the Mountains of Mourne. The Trust owns a number of cottages at Kearney and these have been restored in the vernacular style giving authenticity to this place of
character.
Burr Point, Ballyhalbert, BT22 1DL
20 mins from previous
Burr Point the most easterly point on the island, is Burial Island, now a nesting site for terns but formerly a place of Daniish burial. Burr Point is located at longitute degress west, 2km south of Ballyhalbert. Just above Burr Point stands a dis-used Coast Guard Tower, which was in use in 1863 and was one of 12 which made up the Donaghadee district.
Donaghadee, BT21 0HE
23 mins from previous
Donaghadee town is home to several popular pubs and eating venues making it a perfect spot to enjoy a romantic lunch and a pub crawl! Make sure you visit Grace Neills which is considered to be one of Ireland’s oldest pubs. Established in 1611, the bar carries the name of Grace Neill, who was given the bar as a wedding present by her father, Hugh Jamison. Grace was known to be a friendly woman with a strong spirit. She would frequently smoke a clay pipe and often greet customers coming into the pub with a hug and a kiss on the cheek and she reputedly is still a resident! Find out more about Donaghadee and its claim to fame - as the town of Port Devine in the BBC's 'Hope Street' TV series.
Bangor, BT20 5ED
15 mins from previous
Head to the lively city of Bangor to enjoy some of nightlife in the plentiful array of bars and restaurants. Choose from traditional music, live bands or hit the clubs for a lively end to your day.
Helens Tower, Clandeboye Rd, Bangor, BT23 4RX
7 mins from previous
Check into Helen’s Tower situated in the beautiful Clandeboye Estate. Helen’s Tower was designed in 1848 by William Burn in the Scottish style and construction was completed in October 1861. The tower was named in honour of his mother Helen Selina Sheridan, who was a granddaughter of Richard Brinsley Sheridan, the great Irish playwright, orator and politician. It was built as an idyllic retreat and poems were written in its honour by Tennyson, Kipling, Argyll and other luminaries of the nineteenth century literary world. It now offers a unique and private accommodation for a couple looking to escape reality! It is a very secluded and romantic venue and provides wonderful views of the countryside.
Luxe Day Spa, Blackwood Golf Centre, BT19 1GB
3 mins from previous
After your romantic evening, why not relax together. The spa is situated within the unrivalled surroundings of Clandeboye Estate's Blackwood Golf Centre. You will feel like you are in the heart of the countryside, but you are only just off the beaten track. Take time out, relax and revive before heading home.
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LocationComber
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LocationGreyabbey
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LocationDonaghadee
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LocationOrlock, Groomsport
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LocationHelen's Bay
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LocationCarrowdore
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LocationNewtownards
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