Conlig

Conlig is located between the City of Bangor and Newtownards, off the main Bangor-Newtownards carriageway, and it is home to key attractions in the Borough.

Getting to Conlig

Easy to get to 

Travel to us by land, sea or air with major airports and seaports close by. Sail into our ports via Liverpool and Cairnryan, Scotland. From George Best Belfast City Airport and Belfast Docks, you can reach Conlig within 20 minutes, and Belfast International Airport is just 35km away from gateway to Ards and North Down, Holywood.

Short travel times direct from major cities 

We are located only 2 hours from Dublin by road and 90 minutes from London and Amsterdam by air. With great public transport links, getting here is straight forward. Or, hire a car for the freedom to explore the stunning landscapes, coastal walks and even more of our towns and villages nearby to Conlig.

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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Clandeboye Golf Club

Clandeboye Golf Club is a deservedly popular club boasting two excellent courses, the Dufferin and the Ava. The vistas from the Dufferin Course over Belfast Lough and the Scottish Coast beyond, and Strangford Lough from the Ava Course create a perfect golfing ambience.

Find out more about golf in Ards and North Down

Somme Museum

The Museum examines Ireland's role in the 1st World War with special reference to the cross-community involvement in the 3 local volunteer Divisions: the 10th and 16th (Irish) Divisions and the 36th (Ulster) Division. Guided tours bring the visitor back in time to 1910 where they learn about the Home Rule Crisis, recruiting and training of men and life in the trenches. Reconstructed trenches of the Battle of the Somme in 1916. Find out more about Somme Museum

The Ark Open Farm

On the same road, not far from the Museum, The Ark Open Farm is a fantastic family day out set in 40 acres of beautiful countryside between Newtownards and Bangor. This family run farm has been open for over 30 years and promises a fun-filled family day out for all. Enjoy a wide range of farm animals and exotic residents, indoor and outdoor play areas, nature trails, cafe, and gift shop.
There is something for everyone; animals, activities, lovely food and friendly people.
In January 2024, the farm was awarded the Jim Keetch Small Farm Park of the Year award at the National Farm Attraction Network (NFAN) annual conference and awards dinner. With stiff competition from other farm parks across the United Kingdom they were named the best small farm park! 

Events are held throughout the year so keep an eye on their website or Facebook page for all the details.

Find out more about The Ark Open Farm

Whitespots Country Park

Ards and North Down Borough Council is committed to progressing exciting redevelopment plans for Whitespots Country Park.

Already a popular location for local walkers, there is the potential to bring the rich heritage of the site to life by creating a unique open landscape that will seamlessly link to the Greenways Network and act as a gateway to the Ards Peninsula and Strangford Lough.

It is anticipated that the project could be delivered in phases, with a series of investments ranging from £6m to a total of £20m investment. 

The proposed development includes an interactive outdoor activity zone and aims to bring heritage to life through a series of  looped trails, interpretative signage and  thought-provoking visitors experiences,  making local stories accessible to a global audience. 

Whitespots Country Park will be linked by a series of greenways to Belfast and the wider region. Inspirational panoramic views of Strangford Lough, the Ards Peninsula and across the Irish Sea to the Isle of Man and Scotland reveal themselves among the trees and trails.

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Make more of your stay

Discover ways to enrich your stay in our place, immersing yourself in the warmth of our people amongst the landscapes where the countryside meets the waters edge with events, experiences and things to do.

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Visitor Information Centres

Our Visitor Information Centres in Bangor and Newtownards have a knowledgeable team who would be delighted to help offer tips and suggestions for how to make the most of your time in the city and the wider borough.

Each of our centres have a gift shop - pick up a memento of your trip from a range of items including souvenirs, locally crafted jewellery, ornaments, bath and body products and so much more.

Bangor Visitor Information Centre | Ards Visitor Information Centre

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Sat Nav details

Latitude: 54.633057 Longitude: -5.674816

Driving distances (approx, depending on route):
Belfast - Conlig | 35 minutes
Bangor - Conlig | 10 minutes
Holywood - Conlig | 20 minutes
Comber - Conlig | 20 minutes
Portaferry - Conlig | 40 minutes via Strangford Lough or 60 minutes via the Ards Peninsula