Things to Do around Ballycraigy

The area around Ballycraigy, within the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough, offers opportunities for touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, and jogging. These activities take advantage of diverse landscapes including historic gardens and the shores of Lough Neagh. Komoot users have contributed to 4 routes in the area.

Popular cycling options include routes leading from Ballycraigy to Antrim Castle Gardens and along the Lough Neagh shore. The Randalstown Viaduct offers a traffic-free path for cycling. For more details, consult the Cycling around Ballycraigy guide.

Yes, the wider Antrim area provides numerous road cycling routes. The scenic Antrim Coast and Glens route is highly regarded for road cycling. Specific routes like the "Antrim to Kells loop" are also available. Discover more in the Road Cycling Routes around Ballycraigy guide.

Hiking paths are available within the historic Antrim Castle Gardens and along the extensive Lough Neagh shore. Glenariff Forest Park, though further afield, offers trails ranging from easy waterfall walks to more challenging scenic routes. The Hiking around Ballycraigy guide provides additional options.

Yes, the Antrim Castle Gardens provide leisurely walks suitable for families. The Lough Neagh shore paths also offer accessible routes. For hiking, the Easy hikes around Ballycraigy guide can help identify suitable options.

Key attractions include the 400-year-old Antrim Castle Gardens, featuring the Italian Tower and Yew Tree Pond. Lough Neagh, the UK's largest lake, offers extensive shore paths and scenic views. The Randalstown Viaduct is another notable feature with a traffic-free path.

The outdoor routes around Ballycraigy are well-regarded by the komoot community. There are more than 1,000 visitors who have explored the area. The routes have an average rating of 4.78 out of 5 stars based on over 30 ratings.

Yes, komoot offers several guides to help explore the area. These include Cycling around Ballycraigy, Road Cycling Routes around Ballycraigy, Hiking around Ballycraigy, and Running Trails around Ballycraigy. An Easy hikes around Ballycraigy guide is also available.

For joggers, the Antrim Castle Gardens and Lough Neagh running loop are popular choices. These offer moderate trails with mostly paved surfaces, suitable for a good run. The Running Trails around Ballycraigy guide provides more details.

The trails around Ballycraigy and the wider Antrim area cater to various fitness levels. Options range from leisurely walks in Antrim Castle Gardens to more challenging routes in areas like Glenariff Forest Park. Many paths along Lough Neagh are moderate and accessible.

Yes, the region offers circular cycling routes. Examples include the "Antrim to Kells loop" for touring cyclists. Many routes around Lough Neagh and through the Antrim Castle Gardens can also be enjoyed as circular paths.

For more information regarding outdoor activities in the broader Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough, the official tourism website is visitantrimandnewtownabbey.com. General council inquiries can be directed to 0300 123 4568.