
Nugent's Wood
Once part of the Nugent's Estate and now managed by The National Trust, this gentle walk is through a mature wood of mixed broad leaved trees. Visitors will enjoy spectacular views across the Strangford Narrows, towards Audleys Castle and Castleward. Nugent's Wood is home to Red Squirrels, badgers and has an impressive display of spring flowers such as bluebells, stitchwort and honey suckle.
County
Down
Distance
1 miles
OS Map
OSNI Sheet 21, Strangford Lough.
Nearest Town
Portaferry
Route Shape
Linear
Route Type
Woodland
Terrain
Grassy Tracks, moderate incline
Grid Reference (Start)
J592510
Grid Reference (End)
J592510
Point of Interest
Views of Strangford Lough, Red Squirels and spring flowers.
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Strangford Lough
Route Description
Pass through the kissing gate and follow the grassy path parallel to the shore and through the trees. A short loop at the far end rejoins the main path to retrace your steps back to the car park.
Getting to the Start (by Public Transport)
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Getting to the Start (by Car)
A public car park is situated beside the Exploris Aquarium. From here, walk towards the seafront and turn right. The entrance to Nugent's Wood is behind the stone wall at the end of the row of houses.
Facilities
Public toilets at the carpark. There are several popular cafes, restaurants and pubs in Portaferry.
Publication
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Publication Availability
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