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Castleward

Introduction

The present house is on an elevated site in a landscape park with views. There are also the remains of the 17th-century Old Castle Ward. Features include woodland, a temple, a deer park, formal gardens and a 15th-century tower-house as an eyecatcher.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/castle-ward/opening-times/

Directions

One mile west of Strangford off the A25.

Owners

The National Trust

Heelis, Kemble Drive, Swindon, SN2 2NA
Features & Designations

Designations

  • Environment and Heritage Service of Northern Ireland Heritage Gardens Inventory

  • Reference: D010

Features

  • Ornamental Canal
  • Temple
  • Icehouse
  • Kitchen Garden
  • Gate Lodge
  • House (featured building)
  • Earliest Date:
  • Latest Date:
Key Information

Type

Park

Purpose

Ornamental

Principal Building

Domestic / Residential

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

References

References