Activities at Castle Ward

Fun in the barn at Castle Ward, County Down
Activity Feature
Geocaching

Summer at the Barn

Castle Ward, County Down

Visit the Barn at Castle Ward for new activities weekly throughout the summer from songs and stories to geocaching or even get involved in a theatre production

A warrior in brandishes his sword at the Winterfell Tower House at Castle Ward Co. Down
Activity Feature
Archery, Cycling

HBO's Game of Thrones at Castle Ward

Castle Ward, County Down

Immerse yourself in the world of HBO's Game of Thrones as you explore the farmyard. Book in with Clearsky Adventure and explore on-screen locations on a cycling tour or have a go at archery just like the Stark brothers.

Visitors on bicycles on lough shore
Walking Trail

Castle Ward loughside walk

Castle Ward, County Down

Explore the waterside, a ruined castle, woodland, an ornamental lake and follies of one of Northern Ireland's finest demesnes, or country estates.

  • Easy
  • 50 mins
  • 2.5 miles (4.0km)
Temple water at Castle Ward with two swans swimming
Walking Trail

Castle Ward countryside walk

Castle Ward, County Down

Discover secret trails, lush woodland, panoramic views and a variety of wildlife on this varied walk in the country at Castle Ward.

  • Easy
  • 50 mins
  • 2.5 miles (4.0km)
View of the Farm Yard
Walking Trail

Castle Ward Farm Trail

Castle Ward, County Down

Our Farm Trail is excellent for spotting wildlife and taking in the stunning scenery of Strangford Lough, Audley's Castle and Farmyard at Castle Ward.

  • Moderate
  • 1 hour
  • 2.5 miles (4.0km)
Strangford Lough at Castle Ward, County Down
Walking Trail

Shore trail at Castle Ward

Castle Ward, County Down

Follow our short trail at Castle Ward, County Down and take in the beautiful surroundings and scenery of Strangford Lough and architecture of the castle.

  • Easy
  • 20 mins
  • 1.2 miles (1.9km)
Spring Walk at Castle Ward 1
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Walking

Spring walks at Castle Ward

Castle Ward, County Down

We've sat down and picked out some of our favourite walks to do during spring. Is one of them for you?

Couple walking on the Castle Trail with Audleys Castle in the background
Walking Trail

Castle trail at Castle Ward

Castle Ward, County Down

An excellent trail for spotting wildlife and taking in the stunning scenery of Strangford Lough, Audley's Castle and Farmyard at Castle Ward.

  • Easy
  • 40 mins
  • 1.8 miles (2.85km)
Castle Ward Mansion House
Walking Trail

Castle Ward boundary trail

Castle Ward, County Down

An eight-mile trail that takes in some stunning sights around Castle Ward.

  • Challenging
  • 3 hours
  • 8.0 miles (12.85km)
Woman riding her horse on the Hoof Trail at Castle Ward
Horse riding Trail

Castle Ward Hoof Trail

Castle Ward, County Down

Our Hoof Trail is a 7.5-mile route that takes in lots of sights, including Strangford Lough, Audley's Castle and Old Castle Ward.

  • Challenging
  • 2 hours 30 mins
  • 7.5 miles (12.05km)
The Craig family at Castle Ward
Activity Feature
Cycling, Walking

Eight things to discover at Castle Ward

Castle Ward, County Down

To keep the children amused we set a family challenge – to see what signs of spring we could discover at Castle Ward

View of the 'classical side' of Castle Ward with Strangford Lough beyond
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Running

Run at Castle Ward, County Down

Castle Ward, County Down

There's something for runners of all levels at Castle Ward, as well as loughs, a 15th century castle and stunning scenery to keep you going.