A real hidden gem, situated along pretty coastline
Getting to Ballyquintin
5 miles south of Newtownards, at the northern end of Strangford Lough lies this beautiful spot.
Best accessed by road and Translink public transport (bus).
See Sat Nav details and Distance Guide at the bottom of the page.
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A True Gem
The small village of Ballyquintin is located along a beautiful coastal path that passes through beaches and farmland. The 47 Hectare farm is at the southern tip of The Ards Peninsula and is managed by the National Trust using traditional mixed farming methods. There is a small car park, together with a 3-mile trail. The farm provides habitats to a range of increasingly rare farmland wildlife such as the Irish Hare.
From the walk you can take in views across Strangford Lough to Killard Point and on a clear day you can see across the Irish sea to The Isle of Man.
There is several pubs resturants and cafes to choose from in the nearby towns of Strangford and Portaferry.
Sat Nav details
Latitude 54° 20' 20" N, Longitude 5° 30' 13" W
Driving distances (approx, depending on route):
Belfast - Ballyquintin | 1 hour and 25 minutes
Bangor - Ballyquintin | 60 minutes
Comber - Ballyquintin | 50 minutes via Strangford Lough
Newtownards - Ballyquintin | 45 minutes
Portaferry - Ballyquintin | 15 minutes
