Jacqueline's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Game of Thrones enthusiasts love Castleward, 6 miles from 'The Wee House', is situated the National Trust property, 'Castleward'.
An 18th century mansion, famed for its unique mix of architectural styles & recently featured on the BBC 'Antiques Roadshow'. Also Winterfell Castle & Demesne, Old Castle Ward used extensively in TV's Game of Thrones.
For special Game of Thrones experiences, see Winterfell Tours online.
Castleward Tea-room, shop, Slaughterhouse Shop and Secondhand Bookshop are open, the actual House is open Thursday - Sunday & you don't need to book your visit in advance.
8 locals recommend
Castleward House
Game of Thrones enthusiasts love Castleward, 6 miles from 'The Wee House', is situated the National Trust property, 'Castleward'.
An 18th century mansion, famed for its unique mix of architectural styles & recently featured on the BBC 'Antiques Roadshow'. Also Winterfell Castle & Demesne, Old Castle Ward used extensively in TV's Game of Thrones.
For special Game of Thrones experiences, see Winterfell Tours online.
Castleward Tea-room, shop, Slaughterhouse Shop and Secondhand Bookshop are open, the actual House is open Thursday - Sunday & you don't need to book your visit in advance.
Strangford is 6 miles away - kayaking, paddle boarding, Game of Thrones enthusiasts, great restaurants, The Lobster Pot, The Cuan, Portaferry Exploris Aquarium
15 locals recommend
Strangford Lough
Strangford is 6 miles away - kayaking, paddle boarding, Game of Thrones enthusiasts, great restaurants, The Lobster Pot, The Cuan, Portaferry Exploris Aquarium
22 miles from 'The Wee House' - Situated at the foot of the Mourne Mountains, covering almost 630 hectares, open all year - Tollymore Forest Park is an area of outstanding natural beauty, located at Bryansford, near Newcastle, car entry fee is £5.00
97 locals recommend
Tollymore Forest Park
Bryansford Road22 miles from 'The Wee House' - Situated at the foot of the Mourne Mountains, covering almost 630 hectares, open all year - Tollymore Forest Park is an area of outstanding natural beauty, located at Bryansford, near Newcastle, car entry fee is £5.00
Less than an hours drive away, average visit lasts one & a half hours - two & a half hours. Family Pass (2 adults, 2 children) £48.00
323 locals recommend
Titanic Belfast
1 Olympic WayLess than an hours drive away, average visit lasts one & a half hours - two & a half hours. Family Pass (2 adults, 2 children) £48.00
1 & a half hours drive away, the North Coast, the famous Giant's Causeway, Bushmills Distillery, The Dark Hedges GoT experience
530 locals recommend
Giant's Causeway
1 & a half hours drive away, the North Coast, the famous Giant's Causeway, Bushmills Distillery, The Dark Hedges GoT experience
17 miles from 'The Wee House', 450 hectares, perfect for walks, offers The Grange Cafe, picnic areas, toilet/changing facilities, dogs are welcome
73 locals recommend
Castlewellan Forest Park
Forest Park View17 miles from 'The Wee House', 450 hectares, perfect for walks, offers The Grange Cafe, picnic areas, toilet/changing facilities, dogs are welcome
Golfing
Award winning links golf courses, in Ardglass & The Royal County Down, Newcastle
3 miles from 'The Wee House', Ardglass Golf Course is an 18 hole cliff top links, hugging the stunning Irish Sea coastline. With the oldest Clubhouse in the World, dating back to the 14th century.
14 locals recommend
Ardglass Golf Club
9 Castle Pl3 miles from 'The Wee House', Ardglass Golf Course is an 18 hole cliff top links, hugging the stunning Irish Sea coastline. With the oldest Clubhouse in the World, dating back to the 14th century.