Local Area

Down District Council

The Down District Council showcases the wide variety of events and visitor attractions in County Down with a comprehensive list of all levels of accommodation and special offers for visitors and travelers alike.

Address :
24 Strangford Road,
Downpatrick, Co. Down

Tel: +44 (0)28 4461 0800
Website:
www.downdc.gov.uk


Visit Strangford Lough

Visitstrangfordlough.co.uk is an online guide to provide information on visiting this area of outstanding natural beauty.

Website: www.visitstrangfordlough.co.uk


Visit Downpatrick

Visitdownpatrick.com is a new and exciting online guide to Downpatrick – County Down in Northern Ireland.

Website: www.visitdownpatrick.com


Downpatrick Race Course

Downpatrick Race course is a tight undulating track of 1 1/4 miles; many top National Hunt heroes have started their careers at Downpatrick including the dual National winner Rhyme n’ Reason, Cheltenham winners Rathgorman, Tourist Attraction and Sparky Gayle

Address:
24 Ballydugan Road,
Downpatrick, Co. Down
BT30 6TE

Tel: +44 (0)28 4461 2054
Website:
www.downpatrickracecourse.co.uk


Formula Karting

Whether you are looking for an unforgettable kart racing experience for all the family, a fun way to spend time with friends or an adrenaline rush like no other, Formula Karting will put you in the hot seat.

Address:
Unit 4 Greenbank Business Centre
Warrenpoint Road, Newry,
Co. Down, BT34 2QX

Tel: +44 (0)28 3026 6220
Website:
www.formula-karting.com


Ireland Off Road Experience

If you crave the thrill of the off-road, or want the ultimate day in corporate entertainment, but don’t really know where to start, come to the experts!

Address:
Clandeboye Courtyard
Clandeboye Estate
Bangor, BT19 1RN

Tel:  +44 (0)28 9185 2111
Website:
www.irelandoffroadexperience.com


Life HQ

Life! What is Life you might well ask? Life’s an adventure company with a difference.

Address:
The Grange Yard,
The Forest Park, Castlewellan,
Co Down, BT31 9DQ

Tel: +44 (0)844 770 5477
Website:
www.onegreatadventure.com


Clearsky Adventure Centre

Fun adventure activities provided from our venues in the North Coast area such as archery, canoeing, clay pigeon laser shooting, guided sea kayaking trips, rock climbing, team building games and abseiling

Address:
Castle Ward Estate,
Strangford, Downpatrick,
Co. Down, BT30 7LT

Tel: +44 (0)28 4372 3933
Website:
www.clearsky-adventure.com


Ulster Hang Gliding And Paragliding Club

BHPA Registered Schools are equipped and staffed with instructors who will train you at a rate of progress that is suitable for you. BHPA schools are monitored for safety, the quality of the training they offer and the equipment they use.

Address:
56 Magheraknock Road,
Ballynahinch,
Co Down, BT24 8TJ

Website: www.uhpc.f9.co.uk


Hotrock

A sensational experience …visit the hottest climbing wall in Ireland. Learn to climb with the experts and discover the thrill of scaling the heights on Hotrock, the indoor wall at Tollymore Mountain Centre.

Address:
Tollymore Mountain Centre,
Newcastle,
Co Down

Tel: +44 (0)28 4372 5354
Website:
www.hotrockwall.com


Northern Ireland Microlights

Microlighting activities flying from Newtownards Airfield in Country Down.

Address:
Northern Ireland Microlights,
17 Cleland Park North,
Bangor, County Down, BT20 3EN

Tel: +44 (0)28 9146 2728
Website:
www.nimicrolights.co.uk


Outdoor Fox

The Outdoor Fox – Your Outdoor Activity Provider From gentle walk to a full on mountain adventure contact john@theoutdoorfox.com

Address:
268 Ballywalter Road,
Millisle,
Co. Down, BT22 2LZ

Tel: +44 (0)28 9186 1441
Website:
www.theoutdoorfox.com


Helicopter Training & Hire Ltd

Trial lessons: Get a taste of the thrill of flying a helicopter. Trial lessons enable you to take control of a Robinson R22.

Tel: +44 (0)28 9182 0028
Website:
www.helicoptercentre.co.uk


Ulster Microlights

Based at Ulster Flying Club. 90 acre airfield, all levels of skill catered for, from beginner to full private pilots licence. Instruction available for weightshift and fixed wing aircraft. All exams tutored for and taken on site.

Address:
Newtownards Aerodrome Portaferry Road,
Newtownards, Co. Down

Tel: +44 (0)28 9087 3244
Alt: +44 (0)77 1053 8349
Website:
www.g.l.craig.btinternet.co.uk/umc.htm


Kayaks At Mike The Bike

Telephone for extended period rate. Kayaks are double sit-on-top style. Suitable for 2 adults and 2 small children. All Kayaks delivered and collected (if required). Telephone or visit “Mike the Bike” to arrange hire requirements.

Address:
53A Frances Street,
Newtownards,
Co Down, BT23 7DX

Tel: +44 (0)28 9181 1311
Mob: +44 (0)77 8946 5703
Website:
www.kayaksatmikethebike.co.uk


GASP Action Sports Activity Centre

Address:
Tullyree Road,
Co. Down, BT34 5LD,

Tel: +44 (0)77 8975 4565
Website:
www.gaspactionsports.com