Ards Forest / Ards Friary

Ireland’s most diverse forest park is also the only one with a sandy beach. The sublime Sheephaven Bay is part of Ards Forest Park, a 480-hectare paradise of forests, lakes, rivers and saltmarshes. These different habitats are home to an impressive array of wildlife.
Look out for field mice, red squirrels, badgers and stoats. Plant lovers should head for the western end of Lough Lilly where a blanket of white and yellow water lilies awaits them.
Facilities include forest trails, picnic areas and a children’s play area.
In the summertime is the coffeeshop "woodforest" open.
You can find it on the parkingplace.
For more information visit
www.coillteoutdoors.ie


Ards Friary.
Ards aims to welcome everyone and is available throughout the year for Retreats (preached, directed, private etc) Conferences, Seminars, periods of rest and relaxation, reflection, prayer and holidays. We all need to take time out from the hectic life cycle of work to refocus on what is really important to us. Why not let Ards become a part of your life.
It is a lovely Friary and with 200 acres of grounds and many beaches, Ards hosts some spectacular views. Its peace and serenity are not to be missed, allowing you to wonder and explore. Ards Country park is next to the Friary and walks from the Friary, extend into it, allowing you to venture even further.
For more information visit the website
www.ardsfriary.ie