Travel Guide to National Trust - Castle Ward

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, you can set your GPS or navigation app to 'Strangford, Downpatrick BT30 7BA'. From Belfast, take the M1 motorway heading south. At junction 7, merge onto the A7 towards Downpatrick. Continue on the A7 until you reach the B7, and then follow signs for Strangford. Upon arriving in Strangford, look for the National Trust - Castle Ward signs. There is a parking fee of approximately £5 for non-National Trust members, which you can pay at the entrance.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Castle Ward via public transportation, start at Belfast's Europa Bus Station. Take the Bus No. 15 towards Downpatrick, which operates regularly throughout the day. The journey takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Once you arrive in Downpatrick, you will need to transfer to a local bus (Bus No. 314 or 315) that goes to Strangford. The bus stop for Castle Ward is near the entrance. Be sure to check the bus schedules in advance, as they may vary on weekends. The total cost for the bus journey is approximately £8-£10.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct option, you can take a taxi from any major city in Northern Ireland, such as Belfast or Downpatrick. From Belfast, the taxi fare to Castle Ward is approximately £30-£40, depending on traffic. Ensure the taxi driver knows the destination 'Castle Ward, Strangford'. This is a convenient option if you are traveling with a group or have luggage.