DISTANCE

1.3 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

Waterworks

Antrim

This route takes you around the upper & lower ponds, with fantastic views over the Belfast Hills.

DISTANCE

1.3 miles

ROUTE TYPE

Loop

OS MAP

15

GRID REFERENCE

J333765

COUNTY

Antrim

NEAREST TOWN

Belfast

LANDSCAPE

Parkland & Grassland

TERRAIN

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ON/OFF PUBLIC ROAD

Off Public Road

DIFFICULTY

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TRAIL INFORMATION

The surfaced path forms a circular route around the park and can be enjoyed from any of the entrances. Starting from Queen Mary's Gardens entrance, on corner of Cavehill Road and Antrim Road. Keeping the lower pond on your right hand side take the path around the pond to where it meets the tree lined avenue. Turn right, pausing to enjoy the birdlife and views of Cave Hill. At the junction with the upper pond take left turn. Continue along this path. You will pass the islands which are home to a variety of wildlife. Continue along this path and soon you will pass a small playground. At the bridge turn right and this will bring you back to the start point. There are some slight hills.

TRAIL INFORMATION

The surfaced path forms a circular route around the park and can be enjoyed from any of the entrances. Starting from Queen Mary's Gardens entrance, on corner of Cavehill Road and Antrim Road. Keeping the lower pond on your right hand side take the path around the pond to where it meets the tree lined avenue. Turn right, pausing to enjoy the birdlife and views of Cave Hill. At the junction with the upper pond take left turn. Continue along this path. You will pass the islands which are home to a variety of wildlife. Continue along this path and soon you will pass a small playground. At the bridge turn right and this will bring you back to the start point. There are some slight hills.

GETTING TO THE START

By Bike: Park can be accessed from Cavehill Road, Westland Road, Cliftonville Road or Antrim Road. By By Bus: Metro Serives 1 A-H, 61 Cavehill Road By Car: Main pedestrain access from Cavehill and Antrim roads, on-street parking available.

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