Description
This linear trail boasts some incredible coastal views and is wide and flat making it perfect for even the very youngest of riders.
Starting from the shore car park, this green trail follows the shoreline from the Farm Yard past the Boat House and Powder House to Audley's Quay. Looking out across 'The Narrows' to Portaferry, this short, picturesque, linear trail is absolutely ideal for young families.
Classed as 'multi-use', you may also encounter walkers and horse riders on this trail. As such, this is a designated 'Slow Zone' within Castle Ward allowing all users to safely enjoy the surroundings.
Conditions
Open
Description
This circular green trail follows the route of the Shore Trail past the Boat House to Audley's Quay before continuing past Audley's Castle and climbing up through some mature deciduous woodlands where it meets the Audleystown Road. The trail then follows this quiet rural road back to the Farm Yard.
Families with very young children may want to bear in mind that the second half of this trail can be a little bit steeper in places.
All riders should also take care when riding on the Audleystown Road however this is a quiet, rural road with very little traffic and strict speed restrictions. Please also be aware of walkers and other trail users.
Conditions
Open
Description
Starting from the Shore Car Park, the Farm Trail follows the Shorev Trail along the Strangford Lough coastline with stunning views across the bay to Portaferry. The trail then follows the Castle Trail and circles Audley's Castle before crossing the Audleystown Road to enter the walled estate.
Please beware this trail flows through forested land and is shared with walkers and horses which may be approaching from the opposite direction.
Following along the back of the temple and the walled garden another gate leads into a small plantation of pine trees and then onto the oak park. Here there is a semi-permanent; turn left off the trail and follow the line of Lime trees back onto the trail path under the tunnel. This diversion is only about 100m long and is in operation from spring through to late autumn.
Conditions
Castle Ward Esate is closed until further notice to prevent the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
Description
With long, steady climbs leading to fast, flowing singletrack and stunning panoramic views of countryside and coast, this 13km blue trail revels in all that Castle Ward has to offer!
Perfect for those with a little bit more experience, this trail allows you to really develop your bike handling skills and experience the thrill of mountain biking whilst still in a safe environment.
It is worth bearing in mind, that despite still being classed as a 'blue trail' there are a number of steady climbs on this trail as well as a few sections of tighter, more technical singletrack.
Always take extra care if you are riding this trail for the very first time. Please note, some sections of this trail are shared with horse riders who may be travelling in the opposite direction. Please respect other trail users.
Conditions
Open
