Outdoors

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Bog Meadows

An award-winning urban nature reserve, in the heart of West Belfast, for people and wildlife. With over 2.5 miles of walking trails the Bog Meadows comprises of a mosaic of species-rich meadows, reedbeds, ponds and hedgerows.

Colin Glen Forest Park

Experience a land of storytelling and a state-of-the-art sports park with world class attractions. From Alpine Coasteering to laser tag, golfing to the Gruffalo Trail, Colin Glen has adventure for everyone!

Divis and Black Mountain

Resting in the heart of the Belfast Hills, Divis Mountain and Black Mountain provide a beautiful backdrop to the city’s skyline. Explore this rich, varied archaeological landscape and discover how it is home to a host of wildlife.

Dunville Park

Dunville Park was the first park in Belfast to be donated as a gift to the city. The Dunvilles were a wealthy family who were famous for their distillery, which was on the Grosvenor Road and produced Dunville Irish Whiskey.

Springfield Dam

The picturesque Springfield Dam overlooks an abundance of wildlife from swans, ducks and cormorant to heron and moorhens complete with pontoons attracting local angling fishermen, connected by a wooden bridge.

The Falls Park

The Falls Park is one of the largest parks in Belfast. The park boasts many fine mature trees, beautiful flowers, horticultural displays, grassland areas and a riverside trail. Facilities include new children’s play park, outdoor gym, allotments, a bowling green and a 5K Parkrun.