Introduction
The site has the landscaped grounds for a house of 1902-4 on an elevated site with views of Belfast Lough. Features include mature woodland and shelter belt trees, terraced lawns to the rockery, two planted glens with walks and bridges, and a family graveyard. There has been landscaping for the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum since 1961.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Telephone
028 9042 3578Access contact details
The museum is open daily except for Mondays.
Directions
In the eastern suburbs of Holywood, off the A2. Ulster Folk and Transport Museum.
Owners
Ulster Folk and Transport Museum
Other Websites
- History
Period
- 20th Century (1901 to 2000)
- Early 20th Century (1901 to 1932)
- Features & Designations
Designations
Environment and Heritage Service of Northern Ireland Heritage Gardens Inventory
- Reference: D/015
Features
- Shelter Belt
- Terrace
- Lawn
- Ornamental Bridge
- House (featured building)
- Earliest Date:
- Latest Date:
- Rockery
- Religious, Ritual And Funerary Features
- Description: Family graveyard.
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Domestic / Residential
Period
20th Century (1901 to 2000)
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
- References
References
- Bence-Jones, M {A Guide to Irish Country Houses} (London: Constable, 1990) A Guide to Irish Country Houses
- Register of Parks, Gardens and Demesnes of Special Historic Interest, Northern Ireland