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Carnfunnock Country Park

CountyDistanceOS Map
Antrim5 milesSheet 9
Nearest TownRoute ShapeRouteType
Larne and BallygallyCircularCoastal, Hill, Parkland & Grassland, Woodland
TerrainGrid Reference (Start)Grid Reference (Finish)
Flat, hilly, slopes and stepsD384066D384066

There are 5 way-marked trails with interpretation panels throughout :
Garden: 0.8 miles. Visit the maze and walled garden.
Heritage: 1.6 miles. See the ice house, Norman motte and lime kilns.
Shore: 1.5 miles. Go past the activity centre to the sandy beach at Drains Bay.
Woodland: 2.5 miles. This is the longest and most energetic walk and takes you to most of the park's features, the woodland and wetland.
Biodiversity: 1.5 miles. This is a circular route suitable for wheelchairs giving great views of the coast and taking you right beside the giant bird table.
Dogs to be kept on a lead.

Point of InterestWalled Garden with unusual sundials, Maze in the shape of NI.
Area of Outstanding Natural BeautyAntrim Coast & Glens
Route DescriptionThe paths overlap each other in places and it is possible to follow any one, or all in sequence or a mixture. They will take you through all parts of the park.

The attached map shows all the paths.
Getting to the StartOn Antrim Coast Road (A2), 3.5 miles north of Larne. Bus Services 252 (Belfast to Coleraine) or 162 (Larne to Cushendun).
FacilitiesThe Visitor Centre has tourist information and novelty goods for sale and is open daily from 1st April to 30th September and weekends in October. The coffee shop is also open daily from St. Patricks Day to October. There is a charge to use the car park in the summer season, although registered disabled drivers can park for free on production of their badge. Toilets are open all year (excluding Christmas Day).
Accessible Toilet FacilitiesYes
Accessible TerrainOff-road paths, some steep parts and hills. A shopmobility scooter is available for use, subject to conditons and production of a Shopmobility membership card or Scooter Driving Licence issued by the Disabled Ramblers (NI). Please contact Visitor Centre to arrange Tel: 028 2827 0541.
Accessible SignageBraille incorporated on interpretation signage.
PublicationCarnfunnock Country Park Visitor Guide
Publication AvailabilityLarne Tourist Information Centre (028) 2826 0088.
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