Castle Park ICE bangor Co Down northern Ireland
Castle Park Bangor Co Down during the winter.
Pipes and drums of the police service of Northern Ireland PSNI pipe band Bangor 2018
Marching up to the line with 'Wee Michael's March'
12th May 2018 Castle Park Bangor
Pipes and drums of the police service of Northern Ireland PSNI pipe band Bangor 2018
PSNI pipe band warming up to Lincoln Hilton's 'Ian McMaster'
12th May 2018
Castle Park Bangor
Snow falling Castle Park Bangor NI
Showing the snow speed up and falling in castle park Bangor, Northern Ireland.
Bangor Town Hall , Northern Ireland
This impressive building was built for the Hon Robert Edward Ward and his family in 1852. It is presently the headquarters of North Down Borough Council who use the mansions spectacular grand salon as the council chamber. The building is situated in the grounds of Castle Park alongside North Down Museum and is just a short walk from Bangor Castle Walled Garden.
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Jazz In The Park Bangor, County Down, Northern Ireland
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21 Gun salute, Bangor Castle. Bangor Northern Ireland
Lots of noise, smoke & dignitaries assembled 14 Nov 2017 at noon for a 21 gun salute for Prince Charles birthday at Bangor Northern Ireland. Set in one of Irelands most prestigious surrounds a small crowd of onlookers gathered to spectate.
Castle Espie Wildlife Wetlands, County Down, Northern Ireland
We adore wildlife and nature and love to visit nature parks and wildlife wetlands at any opportunity; Castle Espie Wetlands being such an occasion when we were on holiday in Northern Ireland. Although not on the same grand scale as Slimbridge in Gloucestershire spending the afternoon at the Wetlands made for a great day-out.
The duck pond just inside the entrance was teaming with bird life so we started with a quick sit-down while we feed the ducks and geese and other birds on the pond, and took a few photos. Then we slowly meandered along the paths around Limestone Lake, with views of the various lagoons and the sea beyond, and the salt marshes to one side in the distance.
Then continuing along the path we made our way pass the old Castle Espie Brickworks, down into the woods, through the pine forest to the swamp and then back around to the duck pond by the entrance where we had one final sit-down to feed the birds before making our way back to our holiday cottage above the bay in the foothills of the Mourne Mountains.
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Pickie Park Bangor - Open Air Amusement Park in Bangor
Pickie Park in Bangor is a great place to visit for some family fun in Northern Ireland. Pickie Park is well known for its pool, one of the fun things to do in Bangor for kids when the sun is shining. Check out this Video of Bangor Pickie Park.
Bangor city could attract tourists and visitors for several reasons and the one most famous of them all is Bangor Harbour or Marina and since it comes to this marina, Pickie Park is another place that people tend to go to and have some fun family time for the different games and activities which they could do inside.
Pickie Park was opened at Bangor marina in county Down, Northern Ireland, to attract all the different members of the family; those who want to have some fun and those who just want something a little bit different to enjoy. This is a place that is welcoming all the different members of the family, young and old, because in addition to the different games and activities which are found there, there is also a cafe that the adults could sit at while giving their kids the chance to play a little bit, and when the weather is good, this will be considered the best place to sit at by the water.
There is something for everyone inside Pickie Park, if your kids are too young that they are still not allowed to enjoy any of the games and activities which are found there, they could play in the indoor play corner which is located inside the cafe and which houses an activity table, blackboard, play kitchen and a selection of toys and coloring sheets, so they could play there while the parents are sitting there watching them out while drinking something at the cafe.
From the different activities and games which are offered at Pickie Park, there is the swans in the lake, the Pickie puffer, water walking, the pirate slide, crazy golf, electric cars, disco ducks and the play park, so your kids will definitely find something which they will enjoy and have some fun playing with.
It is always beautiful to play while you are surrounded by the water and that is what Pickie Park offers to its visitors, but there are different attractions found there as well - picking up an ice cream while spending your time there is always a good option, just trust our experience at the place :-)
This fun park is at the gateway to the Marine Gardens which is a good place for those who want to have a nice walk. At this place, the Marine Gardens, one will be offered with different beautiful views of Bangor Bay and the hills of Antrim beyond; you will just walk around a little bit, enjoy the beautiful scenes and eventually take a seat and cherish all that is viewed in front of you.
Bangor is known to be a large town in county Down, Northern Ireland, it is a seaside resort on the southern side of Belfast Lough and within the Belfast Metropolitan Area. There are different things and attractions that could be seen and visited there and the most important of them all is Bangor marina which is the largest marina in Northern Ireland that opened back in 1989 that became very well known for providing a berth in the centre of the city ( It is not just about the marina in Bangor city, but there are also some other attractions to refer to: first of all, we have to mention the restaurants that offer seafood or even traditional Irish food and which are very close to the harbour that one could go to while being there, and then comes all the other different attractions that could be checked there and which include the famous McKee Clock, Bangor Walled Garden, Bangor Old Custom House, Bangor Market House, Bangor Castle, Bangor Abbey, Bangor Carnegie Library, Castle Park, Clandeboye Estate, Clandeboye Park and Somme Heritage Centre.
Bangor is not far from Belfast and thus it gives people the chance to visit it easily without having to worry about the amount of time which they will spend in reaching their destination - and this is another reason why Bangor Marina is usually visited from people on different times and they are sometimes coming from Belfast.
We have visited Bangor, we have been to Bangor Marina ( we also visited Pickie Park for some fun with the family ( and we definitely suggest the three places for those who will be in Bangor - that's of course comes in addition to the other destinations and attractions which we have mentioned above, it all depends on the amount of time you will spend in the city.
Pickie Park is always a good idea for having some fun and enjoying a good whether by the marina, having an ice cream, and sitting there enjoying the weather.
Pickie Park should be your next choice while you are in Bangor, if you haven't been there yet (
Some of the best locations around Ireland / Northern Ireland and further afield. A travel blog/vlog of the hidden treasures that are on our doorstep.
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County Down Walk | Northern Ireland | Irish Castles | NI
A walk through county Down in Northern Ireland...
Northern Ireland is formed of six different counties which county Down is just one of them, which is located in the northeast of the island of Ireland. County Down is one of the thirty two traditional counties of Ireland and is within the province of Ulster.
There are different things to be done in county Down and there are magical views and scenery to be spotted, and that is definitely one of the different reasons why the people of Belfast consider it their getaway since it is just a short drive away; they can hike, enjoy the calm and beautiful scenery, or just even play golf.
There are different things to be done in county Down - which you could definitely include in this walk - these things include climbing the Mourne Mountains, visiting Tollymore Forest ( enjoying a golf game, roaming Mount Stewart ( visiting the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum ( checking St.Patrick's ( enjoy the beauty of Strangford Lough ( visit Down County Museum ( and enjoy the beauty of nature in general which you will definitely fall in love with when it comes to county Down.
The combination between having a peaceful time, enjoying the nature, visiting some old Irish castles, playing around, and even checking some of the destinations that appeared in the famous movie series Game of Thrones, is considered the perfect combination that would be calling out for visitors and tourists to come and visit county Down with all the beauty that it tends to offer.
Game of thrones is one of the famous movie series that people all around the world are watching, and travelling to Northern Ireland in general will bring a dream true to all the fans because they will get the chance to see some of the locations in which the movie was filmed and even check some of the doors that appeared throughout the episodes. While being in county Down, checking Castle Ward will be one of the things to be done by those fans, which will tend to bring part of county Down to them as well.
County Down is divided into different towns, the largest of them is Bangor which is located on the northeast coast, and there are also three other large towns and cities on its border; Newry lies on the western border with county Armagh, while Lisburn and Belfast lie on the northern border with county Antrim.
County Down contains both, the southernmost point of Northern Ireland (Cranfield Point) and the easternmost point of Ireland (Burr Point). There are different interesting geographical information that one should know about county Down in Northern Ireland, such as the two significant peninsulas that it contains: Ards Peninsula and Lecale Peninsula.
Northern Ireland is known with its beautiful nature and the different greenery which the eyes will get to see and part of this is found in county Down. County Down has several islands off the Down Coast: Mew Island, Light House Island, and the Copeland Islands, all of which lie in the north of the Ards peninsula. Gunn Island lies off the Lecale coast, and this comes in addition to the number of small islands in Strangford Lough.
There are different places of interest to be visited when it comes to county Down in addition to the ones already mentioned. In county Down there is Exploris which is the Northern Ireland aquarium that is located in Portaferry, there is also Scrabo Tower which is located in Newtownards, Saul where St. Patrick said his first eucharist in Ireland, the Old Inn in Crawfordsburn is one of Ireland's oldest hostelries with records dating back to 1614, and lots of other beautiful places that one would not want to miss.
County Down borders county Antrim to the north, the Irish Sea to the east, county Armagh to the west, and county Louth across Carlingford Lough to the southwest, and this could pretty much sum up why county Down is considered one of the most favorite when it comes to tourists - it brings everything for them just like that.
This is all what you will need to know about county Down in Northern Ireland and the top attractions in it, and by now you should know where you want to go during your upcoming visit to Northern Ireland.
You could check more videos on our channel and get different suggestions and ideas about the places to go to, the things never to miss, and the destinations to choose in order to go and have some fun along the way.
Tell us about your opinion; have you been to county Down before? What did you enjoy the most? Share your experience with us.
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A short video from a walk in Cavehill Country Park, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Armed Forces Day 2017: Bangor Co. Down
Tens-of-thousands flocked to sunny Bangor in Co Down Northern Ireland.
The popular seaside resort, which boasts a world-class marina, hosted the annual event in the presence of the Lord Lieutenant for Co Down David Lyndsey, the Minister for Armed Forces Mark Lancaster, Brigadier 38 Irish Brigade Andrew Rowe and the Mayor and councilors of Bangor Council.
The event was supported by reservists from the many units based in the province as well as the band of the Royal Irish and the Pipe and Drums of the Irish Guards and Royal Dragoon Guards.
Pickie Park & Bangor Harbour; A Great Family Fun Day Out
Bangor Northern Ireland offers some great attractions and activities for any family seeking seaside fun. Pickie Park is a famous local park along Bangor Harbour. Bangor is in County Down - Northern Ireland, not far from Belfast. On a sunny day - its a great place to go for a walk and ice cream! :-)
Bangor Harbour is the largest marina in Northern Ireland and it opened in 1989 on the southern shore of Belfast Lough. Since that time, this marina has been famously known among the Irish people for providing a berth in the centre of Bangor. If you went to visit Bangor Harbour, you will find yourself having a walk beside lots of yachts that are parking there and this is actually one of the reasons why this marina has been awarded five Anchors by the Yachting Harbour Association. One of the famous things found there is the sculpture of the old man eating a pastie and seated there by the waters, the back of this man is showing an old map of Bangor (
The next fun stop in this video and trip is the Pickie Park which is located in Bangor as well and which was one creation done after the appearance of this marina. Pickie Park is one of the places that families should choose when they are searching for something fun to do and give the kids the chance to play around for a little bit (
There are different things that one could do inside Pickie Park in Bangor - or actually different games and activities that one could enjoy - such as paddling with the swans in the lagoon, playing mini golf, enjoying the water zorbing, or going on a race around the track in the electric carts, there is also the Pickie Puffer and families could enjoy their time sitting in the cafe and having something to drink while leaving the kids playing in the indoor kids area which is completed with an activity table, blackboard play kitchen and a selection of toys and coloring sheets.
One of the unexpected things which you might never be able to consider is the Irish weather upon which the games and the opening hours of the park might differ - it is usually open from 9am to 7:30pm, seven days of the week but this might change according to the weather.
Pickie Park is considered the gateway to Marine Gardens which is a good place for having a nice walk since one will receive panoramic views for Bangor Bay and the hills of Antrim beyond - this is considered the perfect place for those who want to sit down and relax a little bit to give their minds the chance to calm it all down.
Enjoying a walk by Bangor Harbour and getting the kids to enjoy their time in Pickie Park will both bring you to explore the city of Bangor on a closer look. These are not the only things which one could do in Bangor, county Down, but there are still places to visit and attractions to see. Within a walking distance from the marina, you will get the chance to find cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, banks, and everything you might be searching for and you could even come across one of the famous touristic attractions which is Ulster Folk and Transport Museum and Heritage Centre ( (
Bangor is known to be a large town in county Down, Northern Ireland. It is a seaside resort on the southern side of Belfast Lough and within the Belfast Metropolitan Area, it was even voted back in 2007 by UTV viewers as the most desirable place to live in in Northern Ireland - and we have to agree that a lot of places in Bangor are calming for the mind and the body.
There are some places which people could aim to visit while they are in Bangor to make sure that they have seen the best out of this city. These places will include the Clandeboye Estate, the Ward Park, the Clandeboye Park, Castle Park, Bangor Abbey, Bangor Carnegie Library, Bangor Castle, Somme Heritage Centre, Bangor Market House, Bangor Old Custom House, McKee Clock and Bangor Walled Garden.
We have had a great time in Pickie Park and we also enjoyed the idea of checking Bangor Harbour and walking along it - the kids enjoyed the different attractions which are found inside the park and we loved sitting there in the cafe, walking inside the park and also we enjoyed the ice cream we managed to get ourselves :-) It is really one of the places we would suggest for those searching for a fun thing to do in Bangor during their stay there.
One tip to keep in mind before heading to Pickie Park: always check the weather and make sure that the activities and games there will be all available and that the park will be open during the same known hours, because other than that you might find yourself missing a lot of fun there - it is best to go there during the summer days to enjoy the water activities as well.
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A tour around Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland has alot to offer the tourist/backpacker. In my slide show (excluding Belfast) I have included interesting places to visit in County's Antrim, Down, Fermanagh Tyrone, Derry and Armagh. I will show you towns,castle ruins, a stately home in Fermanagh and a forest park. Of course I wasnt able to include every place.
Places to see in ( Hillsborough - UK )
Places to see in ( Hillsborough - UK )
Hillsborough is a village, townland and civil parish in County Down, Northern Ireland, situated 19 km from the city of Belfast. It is within the Lisburn and Castlereagh District Council area. A prominent feature of the east and south approaches to Hillsborough is a 5-mile wall which encloses the Park Dam, an artificial lake, and the forest surrounding it. In 2007 Hillsborough won 3rd place in the Ulster in Bloom large village competition.
The historic centre of the village contains significant amounts of Georgian architecture. The village was originally a compact settlement hosting a regular market. More recently land to the north of the village has been developed as housing and Hillsborough has become part of the commuter belt of Belfast. In recent years townhouses and apartments have been built closer to the centre of the village, and the former civic building of Lisburn Borough Council has been converted to residential use. That building is in twentieth century neo-Georgian style. Development to the east of the village is continuing to swell Hillsborough's population. The associated settlements of Culcavy and Aghnatrisk to the north-west are also growing.
Before 1661, the townland was known as Crumlin or Cromlin (from Irish Cromghlinn, meaning 'crooked glen'). By 1661 the townland and the settlement within it had been renamed Hillsborough. It was named after Sir Arthur Hill, who built Hillsborough Fort in 1650 to command the road from Dublin to Carrickfergus. The Hill family became the Earls of Hillsborough, then Marquises of Downshire.
A prominent memorial to the 3rd Marquis of Downshire (and closely resembling Nelson's column in Trafalgar Square, London) stands to the south of the village and is visible throughout much of the surrounding area.
Hillsborough Castle a two-storey Georgian mansion, was Government House from 1924 until 1973 and is the official residence of Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom (and other royal family members) when visiting the province and the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland from 1973. Hillsborough Castle was the venue for the signing of the Anglo-Irish Agreement in 1985. Former Prime Minister Tony Blair stayed at the castle on many occasions during negotiations related to the peace process, and he hosted George W. Bush at the Castle for a one night visit in 2003
There are many interesting walks and local pubs offering delicacies to enjoy; and is home to a public forest park and lake that form the picturesque setting for the original fort residence of Lord Hillsborough. Hillsborough hosts an International Oyster Festival each year, generally September. This attracts thousands of visitors from as far away as Japan, Russia, the United States and Argentina) The festivities include boat racing, parachuting, garden fêtes, oyster eating and Guinness drinking – all in the name of fun, revelry and charity.
The historic Parish Church dedicated to Saint Malachy is one of the finest examples of Gothic Revival architecture. It was built by the 1st Marquis of Downshire between 1760 and 1774, in the hope that the church would become the cathedral of the diocese of Down. In addition to its imposing setting, it boasts two 18th century organs, a peal of ten bells and a number of works by notable craftsmen of the era, including the Colours of the County Down Battalion of Carson's Ulster Volunteers. Today it is a vibrant parish in the Church of Ireland Diocese of Down and Dromore
Hillsborough is (in somewhat exaggerated terms) said to be the birthplace of the United States – due to a disastrous meeting that took place between Benjamin Franklin and Lord Hillsborough (then the acting Secretary of State for the Colonies) in the early 1770s. They are reported to have hated each other at first sight and, on leaving three days into a week-long visit, Franklin returned home to convince the dissident colonists he represented that there was no alternative but to initiate immediate revolution. The 'Declaration of Independence' in July 1776 followed shortly after Franklin's return.
( Hillsborough - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting Hillsborough . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Hillsborough - UK
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The Bangor Project
The Bangor Project is a video project showing the beauty of Bangor, Northern Ireland.
I hope you enjoy the film.
Film by - Martin Ožarek & Em Hill.
Music - Sleeping at Last
Track - Light
Camera - Nikon D3300
SHOT LIST
Shot 1 - 00:05 - 00:07 - Bangor Sea Side. (Looking at ship)
Shot 2 - 00:07 - 00:10 - Bangor Sea Side. (Calm day)
Shot 3 - 00:10 - 00:12 - Bangor Sea Side. (During Hurricane Ophelia)
Shot 4 - 00:12 - 00:15 - Bangor Marina. (Close up of boat bow)
Shot 5 - 00:15 - 00:17 - Bangor Marina. (Tourist boat in water)
Shot 6 - 00:17 - 00:20 - Bangor Marina.
Shot 7 - 00:20 - 00:22 - RNLI lifeboat Bangor.
Shot 8 - 00:22 - 00:24 - Fountain in Bangor City Centre.
Shot 8 - 00:24 - 00:26 - Walled garden.
Shot 9 - 00:26 - 00:28 - Main Street. (Towards Bus & Rail Hub Translink)
Shot 10 - 00:28 - 00:30 - Bus and Rail hub from Brunswick Rd bridge.
Shot 11 - 00:30 - 00:32 - NI Railways Train at Bangor West train station.
Shot 12 - 00:32 - 00:34 - McKee Clock in Bangor Town centre. (Timelapse)
Shot 13 - 00:34 - 00:38 - Bridge Street, looking towards 'The Red Berry'.
Shot 14 - 00:38 - 00:40 - Bangor Post Office. (Filmed from Bangor Train Station)
Shot 15 - 00:40 - 00:42 - Bangor Castle. (From Bangor Train Station)
Shot 16 - 00:42 - 00:45 - Bangor Castle. (Timelapse)
Shot 17 - 00:45 - 00:47 - Skyline & Clouds from Bangor marina. (Timelapse)
Shot 18 - 00:47 - 00:49 - St Comgall's Church of Ireland. (Timelapse)
Shot 19 - 00:49 - 00:51 - Bangor Library. (Old Entrance)
Shot 20 - 00:51 - 00:54 - Bangor Library. (Timelapse)
Shot 21 - 00:54 - 00:56 - Bridge Street. (Timelapse)
Shot 22 - 00:56 - 00:58 - Bangor Aurora. (Timelapse)
Shot 23 - 00:58 - 01:01 - Bangor Abbey Monument. (Timelapse)
Shot 24 - 01:01 - 01:03 - Bangor Grammar School. (Timelapse)
Shot 25 - 01:03 - 01:05 - St Comgall's Church of Ireland. (Timelapse)
Shot 26 - 01:05 - 01:08 - First Bangor Presbyterian Church. (Timelapse)
Shot 27 - 01:08 - 01:11 - Bangor Promenade. (Timelapse)
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Johnstown Castle Co. Wexford Ireland
Johnstown Castle was built by the Esmonde family who came to Co Wexford in 1169. It was then acquired by the Grogan family who developed the castle, grounds, lakes and estate that we have today. The walled gardens and hothouses, covering 4 acres, were originally laid out between 1844 -1851 and retain their early design today. Pathways throughout the grounds meander through the woodland garden and around the lakes. The sunken garden is now a picnic area located close to the car park.
Two Minutes in Helens Bay, Northern Ireland
This one is personal, guys! We are taking you home! We live in beautiful Helen's Bay, County Down in Northern Ireland. Today, we're taking you out for a tour to show you what our little community has to offer. We might even get the big guns out to convince you to stop by ...
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