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Northern Ireland

Strangford Lough

A most beautiful landscape of international importance

Strangford, County Down

View over Strangford Lough from Mount Stewart, Northern Ireland

Planning your visit

The beach in the village of Kearney, County Down, at night

Events at Strangford Lough and the Ards Peninsula 

Find out what's on and plan your next adventure in County Down!

Worn steps winding up the side of a hill overlooking the coast at Orlock Point, County Down.
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Things to do at Strangford Lough and beyond 

Explore the largest sea lough in the British Isles, home to a variety of rare wildlife. Head out for walk, discover the local towns and villages and soak up dramatic views.

A view over the water of Strangford Lough, County Down, towards a distant hill with a tower just visible on top of it.
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History of Strangford Lough 

Strangford Lough is steeped in history spanning back thousands of years. Find out about the Mesolithic hunter gatherers, Vikings and Norman invaders who all left their mark here.

Brown Hare in the wild
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Wildlife at Strangford Lough 

Strangford Lough is one of only three Marine Nature Reserves in the UK and home to a huge variety of wildlife. Here’s what to look out for and where to explore on your next visit.

Two visitors walking in the garden, both laughing whilst holding an ice cream at Cliveden in Buckinghamshire

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