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Northern Ireland driving answers

Straight answers to practical questions about driving, travelling, parking and getting around Northern Ireland.

Places and access

Where is the countryside visitor stop at Portaneevy near Ballintoy?

Portaneevy Viewing Point is a dedicated roadside visitor viewpoint near Ballintoy on the Antrim coast.

Places and access

What is the best road address for Coyles Cottage and the Gort Moss Walk in Tyrone?

Coyles Cottage is listed at 57 Annaghmore Road, Moortown, BT80 0JA, and the Gort Moss Walk begins nearby.

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Where is the lakeside disabled-access car park at Castlewellan Forest Park?

DAERA describes a separate disabled anglers’ parking area near Castlewellan Forest Lake, with access towards the water.

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Where is the Killykeeghan nature reserve parking near Marble Arch Caves?

Killykeeghan Nature Reserve is in the Marlbank area of west Fermanagh near Marble Arch Caves and Cuilcagh Mountain.

Places and access

Is the Carrigan Forest walk the same as the Lough Navar scenic drive?

No.

Places and access

Where is the start of the Lough Formal walk in Carrigan Forest?

The Lough Formal walk starts from a car park in Carrigan Forest near Derrygonnelly, with the tourism listing giving Doagh Road, Doagh Glebe, BT93 6GL.

Places and access

Where is the Kiltybane Lake car park near Cullyhanna?

Kiltybane Lake is listed on Kiltybane Road, Cullyhanna, BT35 0LQ, with on-site parking.

Places and access

Can visitors park at Ballyronan Marina just to walk beside Lough Neagh?

The Ballyronan Marina listing includes on-site parking, shoreline walks, picnic space and a children’s play area, so visiting by car for a short walk is a normal use of the site.

Places and access

Where should I drive for Ballyronan Marina on Lough Neagh?

Ballyronan Marina is listed on Shore Road, Ballyronan, Magherafelt, BT45 6JG, on the western shore of Lough Neagh.

Places and access

Where do I drive to visit Tullaghoge Fort near Cookstown?

Tullaghoge Fort is listed on Tullywiggan Road, Tullyhogue, BT80 8UB.

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Can I add Castle Caulfield to a car journey through the Dungannon area?

Yes.

Places and access

Where is the parking for Castle Caulfield in County Tyrone?

Castle Caulfield is listed at Castle Grove, Castlecaulfield, BT70 3NL, with on-site parking and free access.

Places and access

Is Castle Balfour in Lisnaskea a drive-up heritage stop or a booked tour?

Castle Balfour is presented as a free-access heritage site in Lisnaskea, with the official listing giving daylight access and on-site parking.

Places and access

What address should I use for Castle Balfour in Lisnaskea?

Castle Balfour is listed at 11 Church Lane, Lisnaskea, BT92 0GN, with on-site parking and daylight access.

Places and access

Can I drive to Monea Castle outside the stated visiting season?

You can navigate to the rural Monea Castle area, but the site’s visitor-access arrangements should not be assumed to operate year-round.

Places and access

How do I find Monea Castle parking near Enniskillen?

Monea Castle is a rural heritage site in County Fermanagh and its official tourism listing confirms on-site parking.

Places and access

Is Carnfunnock Country Park a sensible planned stop on the Causeway Coastal Route?

Yes.

Places and access

Where does Carnfunnock Country Park parking sit on the Antrim coast?

Carnfunnock Country Park is on the Coast Road at Ballygally, Larne, BT40 2QG.

Places and access

Can I take someone with limited mobility to Kiltonga Nature Reserve by car?

Kiltonga Nature Reserve on Belfast Road in Newtownards has on-site parking, and its visitor listing describes nearly 1,000 metres of upgraded walkway that was designed to improve access.

Places and access

Where is the Kiltonga Nature Reserve entrance for drivers in Newtownards?

Kiltonga Nature Reserve is listed on Belfast Road, Newtownards, BT23 4TT, with on-site parking.

Places and access

Can I reach the seal-viewing area at Cloghy Rocks by car at any time?

The Cloghy Rocks tourism listing identifies an on-site car park and describes the location as open 24 hours.

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Where should I park to watch seals at Cloghy Rocks near Strangford?

Cloghy Rocks is listed at 61 Shore Road, Strangford, BT30 7NW.

Places and access

Is Ballywalter Beach a better parking stop than an unmarked roadside stretch of the Ards coast?

Ballywalter Beach has an identified visitor parking area on Springvale Road, alongside toilets, disabled parking and a playground.

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Where is Ballywalter Beach car parking on the Ards Peninsula?

Ballywalter Beach is listed at Springvale Road, Ballywalter, BT22 2PE.

Places and access

Can I park at Ness Country Park if I want an electric charging point and toilets?

Discover Northern Ireland lists an electric vehicle charge point at Ness Country Park and toilets at the main car park on Oughtagh Road.

Places and access

Where do I park for Ervey Wood rather than Ness Country Park’s visitor centre?

Use the Ervey Wood car park accessed from Ervey Road.

Places and access

Which car park should I use to start a walk at Ness Country Park near Derry?

Ness Country Park has several different named parking areas, not a single interchangeable entrance.

Park and ride

Which station near Newtownabbey has official parking for the train: Mossley West or Jordanstown?

Both Mossley West and Jordanstown railway stations appear in the official Park and Ride list.

Park and ride

Where can I park near Strabane bus station before an Ulsterbus journey?

Strabane bus station is an official bus Park and Ride location.

Park and ride

Where is the car-sharing site at Randalstown Ballygrooby Roundabout?

Randalstown’s Ballygrooby Park and Share is at M22 Junction 2 on Castle Road.

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