Scrabo Tower and Killynether Wood
Up to a landmark tower above Strangford Lough, then through bluebell woods.
- Distance
- 3.5 km
- Ascent
- 140 m
- Time
- 1–1.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 164 m
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About this walk
Scrabo Tower and Killynether Wood is an easy 3.5 km circular walk with 140 m of ascent, taking 1 to 1.5 hours. It starts at Scrabo Country Park (grid reference NW 598 268).
Scrabo Tower stands on an old volcanic hill above Newtownards, built in the 1850s as a memorial to the 3rd Marquess of Londonderry. From the country park, a short climb leads to the tower, with a view over Strangford Lough and its islands.
The walk drops into Killynether Wood, carpeted with bluebells in spring, and returns past the old quarries.
Route
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1
The tower
Climb to Scrabo Tower.
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2
Killynether Wood
Drop into the wood and loop back past the quarries.
Summit
Scrabo Hill
164 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Scrabo Tower and Killynether Wood take?
- Most walkers take 1–1.5 hours for the 3.5 km route, which has 140 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Scrabo Country Park (grid reference NW 598 268). Car park below the tower.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Grassy and woodland paths, with a short steep climb.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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