
Victoria Park
This historic park is surrounded by modern infrastructure but remains an oasis for wildlife and is part of the Connswater Community Greenway - a 9km linear park through East Belfast following the course of the Connswater, Knock and Loop Rivers, connecting open and green spaces.
County
Down
Distance
1 miles
OS Map
Sheet 15 + Belfast Street Finder
Nearest Town
Holywood Arches, Belfast
Route Shape
Circular
Route Type
Parkland & Grassland
Terrain
Mainly flat surfaced paths
Grid Reference (Start)
J366750
Grid Reference (End)
J366750
Point of Interest
Wading birds, shipyard cranes, lake, Area of Special Scientific Interest.
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Other Area
Route Description
There are two possible circuits of the park, an inner and outer loop around the lake.
The outer loop path begins at the car park alongside the lake. As you face the lake, follow the path to the right.
Continue along the path past the bowling green, a small rose garden, the children’s playground and a BMX track. Follow this path round to your left.
Further on the path runs along an embankment between the lake and Connswater River. Across the river are the Short’s aircraft factories, which in turn are overshadowed by Samson and Goliath. Continue round the lake to the starting point.
To walk the inner loop, return to the car park, cross the footbridge over the lake and turn right. The mown path meanders through the trees, again following the line of the lake.
Getting to the Start
Translink - journeyplanner.translink.co.uk
Accessibility Grade
The outer loop has seating less situated less than 300m apart while the inner loop does not
Accessible Facilities
The following facilities are available for users with limited mobility:
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Facilities
Toilets on site, refreshments available locally
Publication
A Walk in the Park
Publication Availability
Belfast City Council, Parks Department, 02890320202 Ext. 3199
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