Parks Activities and Events
Our Parks service offers a varied programme of activities and events throughout the year in our parks and open spaces. These activities and events are usually free of / minimal charge and aim to encourage residents and visitors to spend time in our borough, making the most of nature and its benefits for our health and wellbeing.
From educational walks and talks to opportunities for play, there is something for everyone.
Some of these events are ticketed via Ards and North Down Borough Council - Parks Events | Eventbrite
If you have any queries about these events, please contact andparks@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk
October 2025
We're going on a trail hunt: Autumn Walk series | Various dates locations | 30 October to 4 December 2025
Join us for our Autumn series of walks and enjoy being out in nature as the year draws to a close.
Free events | Any queries call: 0300 013 3333 Ext: 40451
Registration will be via Eventbrite: Ards and North Down Borough Council - Parks Events - | Eventbrite
When: | What's happening: | Meet point where///whatthreewords |
Thursday 30 October 10am-12noon and 1.30-3.30pm | Inclusive walks on the Coastal Path with Outdoor Partnership | Pickie Park café, Marine Gardens, Bangor ///teach.cloud.loads |
4th Sunday each month 2-4pm | BTO volunteers head out to enjoythe local wildlife in a relaxed group. | Location varies each month. Email: wanders@bto.org to find out more. |
Halloween Haunted Harvest Trail | Bangor Castle Walled Garden | 25th October - 2 November 2025
10am -3pm daily
Join the Halloween Haunted Harvest Trail for a spooktacular and fun-filled experience for all the family to enjoy.
Take a wander through the spooky tunnels, snap a picture to capture the memories and collect your sweet treat.
No booking required | Suitable for all age ranges | Parental supervision is required at all times | Fancy Dress encouraged 慄♀️
* Free parking
* Wheelchair & pram accessible
November 2025
We're going on a trail hunt: Autumn Walk series | Various dates locations | 30 October to 4 December 2025
Free events | Any queries call: 0300 013 3333 Ext: 40451
Registration will be via Eventbrite: Ards and North Down Borough Council - Parks Events - | Eventbrite
When: | What's happening: | Meet point where///whatthreewords |
Wednesday 12 November 10am-12noon | Wellbeing walk and sing with Body Song Ireland in Corrog Wood | Corrog Wood, Deerpark Road Portaferry ///tablet.ditching.hurtles |
Thursday 27 November 10am-12noon | To the Trees celebrating National Tree Week with a walk lead by Dylan Freeburn | Cairn wood car park, Craigantlet Road ///asteroid.modest.twit |
4th Sunday each month 2-4pm | BTO volunteers head out to enjoy the local wildlife in a relaxed group. | Location varies each month. Email: wanders@bto.org to find out more. |
December 2025
We're going on a trail hunt: Autumn Walk series | Various dates locations | 30 October to 4 December 2025
Free events | Any queries call: 0300 013 3333 Ext: 40451
Registration will be via Eventbrite: Ards and North Down Borough Council - Parks Events - | Eventbrite
When: | What's happening: | Meet point where///whatthreewords |
Thursday 4 December 10am-12noon and 1-3pm | Inclusive walks in Cairnwood with Outdoor Partnership | Cairn wood car park, Craigantlet Road ///asteroid.modest.twit |
4th Sunday each month 2-4pm | BTO volunteers head out to enjoy the local wildlife in a relaxed group. | Location varies each month. Email: wanders@bto.org to find out more. |
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