Quality Walk

Montalto Estate Lake Walk

This walk is best visited in late spring / early autumn. It will take you past The Boathouse, which has lots of woodland planting and a variety of acers, including Japanese maples.

County

Down

Distance

0.69 miles

OS Map

20

Nearest Town

Ballynahinch

Route Shape

Circular

Route Type

Parkland & Grassland, Riverside, Woodland

Terrain

Woodland Trails

Grid Reference (Start)

NW472077

Grid Reference (End)

NW472077

Point of Interest

Winter Garden, Woodcutters, Witches House, Champion Tree

Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Other Area

Route Description

While you pass the shrub walk, you will see another of the stunning and rare champion trees, the Austrian pine. This tree boasts the Irish champion girth for its species.

Continuing along this walk, you will see beautiful deciduous azaleas, which are in full colourful bloom during springtime. You will also pass a number of specimen trees, shrubs, and magnolias. Another interesting feature you will catch a glimpse of as you continue along this walk is the azalea bowl, which includes a wonderful, natural bowl formation.

Next, loop around The Witch’s Cottage, where you will see a wide variety of shrubs and trees. In particular, notice the wonderful array of beautiful daffodils and azaleas, which are magnificent here in spring.

Finally, you will pass a meandering woodland planting path which will lead you to the end of this walk.

Getting to the Start (by Car)

This walk is located a short drive from Ballynahinch. Entry to Montalto Estate is via the Spa Road.

Dogs

Dogs are allowed. Dogs must be kept on a lead

Accessible Facilities

The following facilities are available for users with limited mobility:

Café (wheelchair accessible)
Disabled parking
Disabled toilets

Facilities

Cafe, Shop, Car Park, Toilets, Natural Play

Walk Location
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