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Coast and countryside car parks in Northern Ireland

The sun setting over the sea off the village of Kearney, County Down. The National Trust bought the majority of the village in 1965, with the last part being given to the Trust four years later.
The sun setting over the sea off the village of Kearney, County Down. The National Trust bought the majority of the village in 1965, with the last part being given to the Trust four years later. | © David Armstrong

Discover some of the National Trust's hidden gems. These coast and countryside car parks are off the beaten track in Northern Ireland and offer a secluded escape.

Belfast 

  • Glenoe
    BT40 3LG

East Down 

  • Ballyquintin Farm
    BT22 1RG 
  • Kearney
    BT22 1QP 
  • Strangford Lough (Greyabbey)
    BT22 2QA 

Mid Ulster 

  • Ballymoyer Forest
    BT60 2JN 

North Coast 

  • Dunseverick Castle
    OS reference: NR172027
  • Fair Head
    BT54 6RG, OS reference: NW365989, what3words: plots.raking.query 
  • Murlough Bay
    BT54 6RG 

South Down 

  • Widows Row (Dundrum Coastal Path)
    BT33 0NG 
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Northern Ireland 

There are many things to see and do in Northern Ireland including a visit to the world-famous Giant's Causeway and the world-class Mount Stewart estate.

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Coast and beaches in Northern Ireland 

Autumn is a beautiful time to explore Northern Ireland’s spectacular coastline. From the dramatic clifftop views at Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne to the sweeping dunes of Murlough National Nature Reserve, there’s plenty to discover as the seasons change. Feel the fresh sea air at Carrick-a-Rede, marvel at the Giant’s Causeway and enjoy crisp coastal walks, wild views and unforgettable autumn adventures along the north coast of Ireland.

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Countryside areas in Northern Ireland 

Whether you're looking for a heart-raising hike up Northern Ireland's highest mountain or a ramble by the river at The Argory, there are many countryside and woodland places to experience in Northern Ireland. Enjoy woodland respite at Minnowburn with the forest bathing beds or escape to the wild landscape of County Fermanagh with the countryside adventures at Florence Court, Castle Coole and Crom.

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Coast and countryside car parks 

Head off the beaten track from some of the Trust’s smaller and more secluded car parks, listed here by region or country and complete with postcodes.

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