For more information on activities and place to visit in Bangor contact the Bangor

Tourism Information Centre, 34 Quay Street, Bangor (Tel: 02891270069). Or go

online at www.discovernorthernireland.com

A guide to fun activities for the

under 12’s around Bangor .

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Welcome to Bangor

Hi, we’re Sarah and Callum and we’ve compiled a list of cool

places to visit in Bangor. Under 12? Then Bangor is the place

for you. There are loads of great activities on offer around the

town— fishing, swimming, tennis, pitch and putt and that’s just

for starters. So what are you waiting for? Fill up on fun …

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Ward Park

Contact details Tel: 02891458773 (bowls/putting)

Tel: 02891457177 (tennis)

Opening times: Easter—Sept, 7 days

Prices: Charges for games

Ward Park is spread over 37 acres and contains a range of activities. Take

a walk alongside the small lakes for a chance to see the visiting ducks and

geese or take a peak in the dry pens to see more exotic birds. If you are

feeling more active, why not visit the tennis courts, putting green, cricket

and rugby pitches or the adventure playground?

Location/Directions

Between Hamilton Road and Castle

Street

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Pickie Family Fun Park

Contact details c/o: 34 Quay Street

Bangor

Down

Tel: 02891270069

Opening times: Easter—Oct, Mon—Sun

10am-10pm

Nov-Easter: Sat &Sun and holidays

10am to dusk

Prices: Charges for rides

The Pickie Pool Swans are one of Bangor’s best loved attractions. Go for a

paddle around the lagoon on these giant swans before taking a trip on the

Pickie Puffer — the park’s very own narrow gauge railway. If there’s time,

call into the Windjammer café for a wee treat before visiting the adventure

playground.

Location/Directions

West side of Marina Gardens

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Ballyholme Beach

Contact details Ballyholme Esplanade,

Ballyholme,

BT20 5NH

Website: www.northdowntourism.com

Email: tic@northdown.gov.uk

Tel: 02890 91270067

Location/Directions

From Bangor continue along Seacliff

Road for approximately 1.5 miles

Opening times: Open all year

Prices: N/A

The mile–long Ballyholme beach continues to be a popular bathing spot for

young and old. On a warm summer’s day, why not take the plunge and cool

down with a paddle or a swim? Or get active with some beach sports such

as volleyball or rounders. It’s also a great spot for a relaxing picnic. On a

cold day, go for a bracing walk and blow the cobwebs away or if you’re really

brave put on a wetsuit and try some body boarding!

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Bangor Marina

Contact details Quay Street

Bangor

Down

BT20 5ED

Website: www.quaymarinas.com

Email: bangormarina@quaymarinas.com

Tel: 02891453297

Opening times: Open all year

Prices: boat trips start at £6 per child;

charges for funfair rides

Bangor marina is Northern Ireland’s biggest marina. If you fancy a life on

the ocean wave then this is the place for you. You can hire a boat and go for

short sea cruise or try and land the catch of the day with a spot of fishing. If

you feel like staying on dry land you can visit the fun fair which is open dur-

ing the summer months.

Location/Directions

Town centre, seafront.

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Kingsland Play and Picnic Area

Contact details Bangor Castle Leisure Centre

Tel: 02891271028

Opening times: Open all year. Tennis

and putting facilities open Summer

10 am—10pm Monday– Friday

10am—6pm Saturday

10am—9pm Sunday

Prices: Charges for games

Kingsland Play and Picnic Area, overlooking Ballyholme Bay, has a great

range of activities for all ages. Try and score a hole in one at the Pitch and

Putt. Anyone for tennis? You can try and improve your hand with a couple

of games. There’s also an adventure playground to explore. But make sure

you find time to take a break and enjoy a picnic with a great view out to sea.

Location/Directions

From Bangor continue along Seacliff

Road past the lifeboat station.