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Mourne Gullion Strangford Geopark, located in Northern Ireland, is a unique wellness destination offering a rich combination of natural beauty, outdoor activities, and cultural heritage. This region is ideal for those seeking physical, mental, and emotional rejuvenation. Here’s what makes this geopark a compelling wellness destination.

The future visitor centre has largely completed its restoration and is awaiting the installation of the visitor centre components, which are currently under development. Our staff offices are also nearing completion with a new floor being laid.

Downpatrick Railway Saves ‘Extinct’ Bubble Wagon

Watch out for all sorts of spirits, ghosts and creatures that are said to roam Mourne Gullion Strangford at the most spine-tingling time of the year. Mischievous goblins, wizards and witches are some of the shadowy figures that are believed to break through from the otherworld to torment the people in Mourne Gullion Strangford at Halloween.

The warmth of summer has passed, and autumn’s golden days are here so a quiet stay in a cosy cottage in the UNESCO Global Geopark of Mourne Gullion Strangford, set in Counties Down and Armagh, Northern Ireland, should be on your itinerary this year

From towering trees to mystical trails, the Mourne Gullion Strangford region is home to some of Northern Ireland’s most enchanting forest walks. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful escape, a family day out, or a scenic adventure, these five forest parks offer something for everyone. Lace up your boots and discover the magic of our woodlands!

We all love switching on the TV after a long day and losing ourselves in a favourite series or movie — but why just watch it when you can live it? Mourne Gullion Strangford has played a starring role in world-famous productions like Game of Thrones®, filmed in iconic locations such as Tollymore Forest Park, Castle Ward, and Inch Abbey. And that’s just the beginning. Instead of watching from the sofa, come walk the very landscapes where these epic stories were brought to life and see the magic of our area of outstanding natural beauty unfold right before your eyes.

Take a journey back in time and follow in the footsteps of the legendary Fionn Mac Cumhaill (or Finn McCool) of the Fianna warriors where Fionn walked up the slopes of Slieve Gullion to the lake near the summit to find a beautiful young lady sobbing on the water’s edge. 

The White Witch has cast a powerful curse over Narnia, plunging the land into a neverending winter and never Christmas. Be warned, she possesses the terrifying ability to turn anyone who crosses her into stone. And whatever you do, don’t be tempted by her “enchanted” Turkish Delight!

The Grange Centre (Block 3 and 4) is really taking shape. Block 4 has taken on the appearance of a proper building once more with a completed roof, windows and two floors. Underfloor heating has been installed on the ground floor and the limecrete flooring added; upstairs is mostly wired and plastered.

Strangford, County Down,  a serene and scenic spot that’s just been named in "The Times" newspaper as one of the 25 Prettiest Village Mini Breaks in the UK.