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Carnfunnock Country Park
A family walking day out with a difference, Carnfunnock Country Park was originally part of the estate of Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon and purchased by Larne Borough Council in 1957.

Nearest Town: Larne, Ballygally
Distance: up to 5 miles (8km) Circular
Points of Interest: Woodland, shoreline to Drains Bay
Grid Reference (Start/Finish) D384066

Many of the original heritage features remain, including the walled garden, lime kilns and icehouse. These are open all year round together with an adventure playground. This Country Park is packed full of exciting and unusual attractions to see and do over 472 acres of mixed woodland, gardens and coastline, with spectacular panoramic views of the Antrim Coast and North Channel. There are five waymarked off-road trails: Garden, Heritage, Woodland, Shore and Biodiversity, which overlap each other in places. It is possible to follow any one, or all of them in sequence or a selection. All trails begin and end at the Visitor Centre. The most popular is the Shore Trail, a relaxing 1.5 mile (2.4km) walk taking you through woodland to the outskirts of the Park and along the shoreline to Drains Bay. Here you can enjoy a stroll on the beach and catch a glimpse of boats sailing along the North Channel.

More about Carnfunnock Country Park at WalkNI and Discover NI.

WalkNI.pdf
(NITB Homepage)