DISTANCE

2 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

TRAIL GRADE

Moderate

Crawfordsburn Country Park, Meadow Walk

Down

A gentle walk taking in the Wildflower Meadow, areas of mature woodland, and a coastal stretch. The Wildflower Meadow and 21 acres are a blaze with colour in the summer months when the orchids and wildflowers are in bloom.

DISTANCE

2 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

OS MAP

Sheet 15

GRID REFERENCE

J467822

COUNTY

Down

NEAREST TOWN

Crawfordsburn

LANDSCAPE

Beach, Coastal, Parkland & Grassland, Woodland

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

Moderate

TERRAIN

Off road paths

ON/OFF PUBLIC ROAD

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DIFFICULTY

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TRAIL INFORMATION

Leave the Visitors' Centre at Crawfordsburn Country Park, and follow the waymarked trail south. It continues through the Glen, Wildflower Meadow, 21 Acres, and along the coastal path to return to the centre.

TRAIL INFORMATION

Leave the Visitors' Centre at Crawfordsburn Country Park, and follow the waymarked trail south. It continues through the Glen, Wildflower Meadow, 21 Acres, and along the coastal path to return to the centre.

GETTING TO THE START

Follow the A2 from Belfast to Bangor. Crawfordsburn Country Park is signposted from the Junction at Ballyrobert.
  • Point of Interest
    Mature woodland, wildflower meadow, orchids
  • Facilities
    The Woodlands Café is situated at the visitors centre in the country park and is open everyday 10:00-4:30. The café serves hot and cold snacks, lunches and specialty teas and coffees. Car parking, picnic tables and toilets are also available on site. The following facilities are available for users with limited mobility: – Café (wheelchair accessible) – Visitors Centre – Disabled toilets – Disabled parking – Mobility vehicle available.
  • Dog Policy
    Dogs should be on a lead. Please clean up after your dog.
  • Accessibility Information
    Accessibility Grade: Grade 4
    Terrain: Off road paths
    Toilet Facility: No
    Signage: No
  • Getting to the Start
    Follow the A2 from Belfast to Bangor. Crawfordsburn Country Park is signposted from the Junction at Ballyrobert.
  • Level of Difficulty
    Moderate TRAIL GRADE DISCLAIMER

    The trail grades shown on OutmoreNI.com and WalkNI.com are based on desk-based assessments of available trail information. The categories—Easy, Moderate, Strenuous, and Very Strenuous—follow the Sustainable Trails Development Guide grading system.

    These grades are provided as a general guide to help users choose trails that may be suitable for them. They are not a substitute for official, on-site grading or safety information provided by the relevant land manager, which may differ from the information on these websites.

    Outdoor activities involve inherent risks, including the risk of injury, death, property damage, and other hazards. By using information from OutmoreNI.com and WalkNI.com, you acknowledge that you do so at your own risk. OutmoreNI.com and WalkNI.com accept no responsibility or liability for any loss, injury, or damage arising from the use of this information.

    Conditions on trails can change, and the actual environment may differ from what is described online. Users should always exercise their own judgment, take appropriate precautions, and remain responsible for their own safety and conduct at all times.

    All information provided on OutmoreNI.com and WalkNI.com is intended as a guide only and should be used alongside your own experience, awareness, and careful decision-making.

    Moderately challenging trails of varying widths with some short, steep climbs and descents. The surface may vary throughout, be slippery and uneven in places. Expect there to be obstacles like exposed roots, narrow gates, stiles and long sets of steps.

    Outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear are recommended.

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