A weekend outdoor itinerary in Down

A weekend outdoor itinerary in Down: 6 curated places with practical notes on cost, distance, parking and what makes each stop worthwhile.

  • Murlough Beach - Free entry, paid car park; 4 mile strand
  • Giant’s Ring - Free; 1 km loop
  • Slieve Donard - Free; 9 km return · 4-5 hours
  • Tollymore Forest Park - Entry charge may apply; 1-8 km trails
  • Tyrella Beach - Beach access charge may apply; 2 km strand
  • Scrabo Tower - Free grounds; 2 km hill loop

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