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Clandeboye (also known as Ballyleidy House)

Introduction

The present house dates from the early-19th century with a maintained extensive landscape park and artificial lakes. Features include mature woodland, an avenue, Helen's Tower of about 1850 and a pets' graveyard. There are many 20th-century additions to the ornamental grounds.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Directions

On the south-western outskirts of Bangor, off the A2.

Owners

Clandeboye Estate

Associated People
Features & Designations

Designations

  • Environment and Heritage Service of Northern Ireland Heritage Gardens Inventory

  • Reference: D/ 012

Features

  • Lake
  • Bee House
  • Kitchen Garden
  • Glasshouse
  • Tree Avenue
  • Terrace
  • Tower
  • Description: Helen's Tower.
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  • Garden House
  • House (featured building)
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  • Pet Cemetery
Key Information

Type

Park

Principal Building

Domestic / Residential

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

References

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