Castle Ward National Trust

Castle Ward National Trust Discover the Unique 18th-century mansion and its sprawling
estate, presiding over Strangford Lough Castle Ward will take you on a journey of discovery.
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The 18th-century eccentric house with two distinctly different styles, Classical and Gothic, will entice you to explore further. This truly beautiful 332-hectare (820-acre) walled demesne, with walking trails, exotic garden, stunning vistas and picturesque farmyard, will unlock your imagination through family history, leisure pursuits, events and industrial heritage. The laundry room is a short walk from the house in the stableyard, alongside a gift shop, second-hand bookshop and tea-room.

Love history and meeting people? Come along to Castle Ward House Volunteers’ Open Day and find out how you can get invol...
17/06/2026

Love history and meeting people? Come along to Castle Ward House Volunteers’ Open Day and find out how you can get involved in sharing this special place with visitors.

🏦Volunteer Open Day at Castle Ward
📅Sat 27 June 11am to 1pm
📧Book your place, details below

To book a place email [email protected] or phone 02844 881 204.

Are you planning on visiting Castle Ward today? Here's what you need to know!📣📅Saturday 13 June ⚠️ Temporary estate and ...
13/06/2026

Are you planning on visiting Castle Ward today? Here's what you need to know!📣

📅Saturday 13 June
⚠️ Temporary estate and road closure
🕛 11.15am to 12.15pm

Castle Ward are pleased to be the venue for Beyond the Wall Triathlon, organised by for another year! Here's key points to note for the day:

📌During the cycling portion of the triathlon, the main avenue to the estate will be closed for rider safety from around 11.15am to 12.15pm, during this time it will not be possible to enter or leave Castle Ward. All visitors and spectators are advised to arrive before this time to ensure access to the estate. Castle Ward will be open from 8am.
📌The Shore Car Park will be closed all day.
📌The main road from Downpatrick will be limited from 10.45am to around 13.30pm with some diversions in place.
📌As the hoof trail is in use for set up and race day, we will not be able to accommodate horse riders on Friday 12 or Saturday 13 June.

We would like to thank our visitors in advance for their patience and support and wish all the participants the best of luck! ❤️

Are you planning on visiting Castle Ward this Saturday? Here's what you need to know! 📣📣📅Saturday 13 June ⚠️ Temporary ...
12/06/2026

Are you planning on visiting Castle Ward this Saturday? Here's what you need to know! 📣📣

📅Saturday 13 June
⚠️ Temporary estate and road closure
🕛 11.15am to 12.15pm

Castle Ward are pleased to be the venue for Beyond the Wall Triathlon, organised by for another year! Here's key points to note for the day:

📌During the cycling portion of the triathlon, the main avenue to the estate will be closed for rider safety from around 11.15am to 12.15pm, during this time it will not be possible to enter or leave Castle Ward. All visitors and spectators are advised to arrive before this time to ensure access to the estate. Castle Ward will be open from 8am.
📌The Shore Car Park will be closed all day.
📌The main road from Downpatrick will be limited from 10.45am to around 13.30pm with some diversions in place.
📌As the hoof trail is in use for set up and race day, we will not be able to accommodate horse riders on Friday 12 or Saturday 13 June.

We would like to thank our visitors in advance for their patience and support and wish all the participants the best of luck! ❤️

To close out Volunteer Week we want to say a massive thank you to every volunteer at Castle Ward. From gardening, welcom...
07/06/2026

To close out Volunteer Week we want to say a massive thank you to every volunteer at Castle Ward. From gardening, welcoming visitors, rangering, designing costumes, creating trails, conservation & guiding in the House and so much more. You give your time and passion and we couldn't do it without you.

Thank you!

Living History at Castle Ward this Saturday 🏛📅 Saturday 6 June from 11am to 3pm📍Mansion House, Castle WardMeet Lady Ann ...
02/06/2026

Living History at Castle Ward this Saturday 🏛

📅 Saturday 6 June from 11am to 3pm
📍Mansion House, Castle Ward

Meet Lady Ann and her daughter Theodosia in the Saloon enjoying leisure activities from the 1760’s, reading their correspondence and playing card games. Come and talk to our ladies at leisure this Saturday from 11am to 3pm and find out about their lives. The House will be open from 11am - 4pm freeflow.

Find out more here https://shorturl.at/YyCVf

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Learn and stroll with our Volunteer Led Walk📅4 June🕓11am-1pm🎫Free (Normal admission applies, members free)Discover more ...
02/06/2026

Learn and stroll with our Volunteer Led Walk

📅4 June
🕓11am-1pm
🎫Free (Normal admission applies, members free)

Discover more to Castle Ward on one of our volunteer led walks. This 5K stroll will explore the north-west areas of the estate including Downpatrick Avenue, Mallards Plantation and parts of the boundary trail.

How to book

These walks are free but normal admission applies.
To book your slot email [email protected] or phone 028 4488 1204

The walk will include grassy meadows and hilly sections to tarmac paths and woodland trails. Scenic Spots: Stroll through Downpatrick Avenue, Mallard Plantation, and open parkland with stunning views.

General Public Announcement 📣📣Saturday 13 June - Temporary estate and road closureCastle Ward are pleased to be the venu...
27/05/2026

General Public Announcement 📣📣
Saturday 13 June - Temporary estate and road closure

Castle Ward are pleased to be the venue for Beyond the Wall Triathlon, organised by for another year! Here's key points to note for the day:

📌During the cycling portion of the triathlon, the main avenue to the estate will be closed for rider safety from around 11.15am to 12.15pm, during this time it will not be possible to enter or leave Castle Ward. All visitors and spectators are advised to arrive before this time to ensure access to the estate. Castle Ward will be open from 8am.
📌The Shore Car Park will be closed all day.
📌The main road from Downpatrick will be limited from 10.45am to around 13.30pm with some diversions in place.
📌As the hoof trail is in use for set up and race day, we will not be able to accommodate horse riders on Friday 12 or Saturday 13 June.

We would like to thank our visitors in advance for their patience and support and wish all the participants the best of luck! ❤️

Stroll into Spring with our Volunteer Led Walk📅4 June🕓11am-1pm🎫Free (Normal admission applies, members free)Discover mor...
26/05/2026

Stroll into Spring with our Volunteer Led Walk

📅4 June
🕓11am-1pm
🎫Free (Normal admission applies, members free)

Discover more to Castle Ward on one of our volunteer led walks. This 5K stroll will explore the north-west areas of the estate including Downpatrick Avenue, Mallards Plantation and parts of the boundary trail.

How to book

These walks are free but normal admission applies.
To book your slot email [email protected] or phone 028 4488 1204

The walk will include grassy meadows and hilly sections to tarmac paths and woodland trails. Scenic Spots: Stroll through Downpatrick Avenue, Mallard Plantation, and open parkland with stunning views.

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Castle Ward National Trust
Downpatrick
BT307BA

Telephone

+442844881204

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