Family Adventure: Explore North Down

Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

153 Bangor Rd, Holywood. BT18 0EU    Telephone:  +44 (0)28 9042 8428

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The Ulster Folk Museum presents a living history of more than a century ago, with authentic period buildings, daily demonstrations of traditional crafts, and costumed guides. Ulster Transport Museum tells the story of regional transport and social change.

Crawfordsburn Country Park 

32 Bridge Road South Helens Bay BT19 1JT    Telephone:  +44 (0)28 9185 3621 

Explore this scenic and tranquil park, situated on the coast, with two excellent beaches.

Pickie Fun Park 

Marine Gardens Bangor BT20 5AG    Telephone: +44 (0)28 9145 0746 

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Pickie Park is situated along Bangor promenade. Activities at the park include: Super Cruisers, Swans, Pickie Puffer, Aqua Blaster, Pickie Golf, Hit n'Spin (weekends only), Splash pads, Candy-shack with ice-creams, slushies, candy floss, hot drinks, sweets and drinks. There’s a Café, with limited seating, and a free Children's Playground.

Bangor Aurora Leisure Waters 

3 Valentine Road Bangor BT20 4TH   Telephone: +44 (0)28 9127 0271 

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Leisure Waters is a fantastic family day out, with water filled excitement for all ages.  There are a variety of pools, flumes, a baby beach, and the pirate ship for the toddlers. 

Ark Open Farm

296 Bangor Road Newtownards BT23 7PH   Telephone: +44 (0)28 9182 0445 

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The Ark Open Farm is a great day out for little ones.  The Farm includes Jurassic Ark, Kangaroo Bouncer, Pets Corner, and a Fairy-tale Forest. Booking is essential.

Castle Espie

78 Ballydrain Road Comber BT23 6EA   Telephone: +44 (0)28 9187 4146 

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Set on the shores of the stunning Strangford Lough, three times award-winning Castle Espie is a tranquil and friendly centre, for all the family. Attractions include a Sensory Garden, The Secret Swamp,  picnic area, indoor soft play area, and Café.

Airtastic Entertainment Centre

Address: Units 3-5 South Circular Retail Park, Newtownards Road, Bangor, BT19 7AG

Telephone: 0330 174 2933

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Indoor inflatable fun activities, including Beat the Wall, Freefall, Wipe Out, and Drop Slides, to name but a few. For those under 4'7", a soft play centre covers three levels, with slides, learn and play area, and lots of activities for you to enjoy! Suitable for individuals, groups, or parties.