Activities
Oakleigh House is only a short distance from The
Royal County Down Golf Club
with its 18 hole Championship course, one of the world's top ten links
and there are many other scenic courses with tree lined fairways awaiting
our visitors to this area. For those visitors wishing to walk through
this lovely county we have The Mourne Mountains
with the highest peak of Slieve Donard
overlooking Newcastle bay and Tollymore
Park with its many trails and tracks. Learn to climb on Hotrock
at the Tollymore Mountain Centre. Horse riding
trips through the hills, parks and beaches are easily arranged for novices
and more experienced riders. Sailing, and outdoor pursuits are all available
in this area.
Events in the Newcastle area by month
in 2009
Places to see
Follow the life and work of St Patrick by
visiting the Saint Patrick Centre in Downpatrick, medieval capital of
County Down, Down Cathedral, St Patrick's Grave and Dundrum Castle and
for a wealth of history the County Down Museum and Downpatrick Railway
Museum.
If you are fascinated by historic homes and gardens, do not miss Mount
Stewart House and Gardens, Rowallane Garden and Castle
Ward.
Wildlife and Nature can be experienced close at hand at the Murlough
National Nature Reserve, Exploris Aquarium and the Castle Espie Wetlands
& Wildfowl Centre
Eating Out
Experience traditional restaurants with views of the Mourne Mountains
sweeping down to the Irish sea, or perhaps locally owned pubs with a
reputation for hospitality, atmosphere and wonderful food.