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Strangford Bay Alpacas at Castle Ward

Join Strangford Bay Alpacas this summer for a relaxed alpaca walking experience around the beautiful Castle Ward estate.

  • Booking advisable
  • Free event (admission applies)

Enjoy a relaxed alpaca walking experience. Meet your alpaca companions, Zeus, Pretzel, Peanut and more – before heading out on a gentle guided walk around the beautiful Temple Water.

Taking part in our Summer of Play activities in the Farmyard? Why not stop by to say hello – you can even feed the alpacas with a £3 feed bag.

Dates July 17, 18, 24, 25 & 31 August 1, 7, 8, 21 & 23

Booking information: All alpaca walks must be booked directly via: www.strangfordbayalpacas.co.uk/castle-ward-alpaca-walks Prices starting from £40. Pre-booked tickets include Castle Ward Estate entry. Walk-ins are welcome subject to availability, but normal Estate admission applies.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Meeting point

Meet at the farmyard

Suitability for children

Suitable for all ages

Upcoming events

Summer of Play at Castle Ward 

Get ready for Summer of Play at Castle Ward!

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13 Jul to 24 Aug 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 42 other dates or times

Summer Music Series with Alan Baxter Scott 

Live music, scenic views, and laid-back vibes—spend your summer Sundays soaking up sound in Castle Ward’s historic courtyard.

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19 Jul to 2 Aug 2026
at 13:00 to 15:00+ 1 other date or time

Cornmill Demonstrations 

See history brought to life as you watch the 18th century water-powered cornmill in action.

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19 Jul to 30 Aug 2026
at 13:30 to 15:30+ 6 other dates or times

Seaweed Pressing Workshop 

Learn the Victorian art of seaweed pressing, with local artist Ann Smyth in the beautiful setting of Castle Ward, on the shores of Strangford Lough.

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23 Jul 2026
at 11:00 to 13:00