Ulster Way

Groomsport to Strangford

Link Section linking Quality Section - North Down Coastal Path to Quality Section – Lecale Way; following the eastern coast along the Ards Peninsula before cutting across to Portaferry on the shores of Strangford Lough. There is a regular ferry service between Portaferry and Strangford.

The route mainly follows the busy A2 coast road with intermittent sections on quite rural roads and coastal paths. There are some opportunities to walk along beaches.

There are transport links between these Quality Sections.

CountyDistanceOS MapTerrain
Down30 miles (49 km)Sheets 15 & 21Mainly tarmac roads and footpaths alongside roads.
Start Town / VillageFinish Town / VillageGrid ReferencesPoints of Interest
GroomsportStrangfordStarts at J538833
Ends at J589497		Not applicable
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Route Description

This is a Link section therefore walkers are actively encouraged to make use of the public transport links between Groomsport and Strangford.

This section of the route mainly follows a busy main road and is not signposted on the ground.