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Donard Lodge

Introduction

Donard Lodge was a house of the 1830s with a conservatory, both now demolished. The site is on the slope of Slieve Donard with parkland, woodland and exotic trees. Other features include river walks, an ice house, a walled garden and Donard Bridge of about 1835.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Directions

On the southern outskirts of Newcastle off the A2.

Owners

Northern Ireland Forest Service

Dundonald House, Upper Newtownards Road, Ballymiscaw, Belfast, BT4 3SB
Features & Designations

Designations

  • Environment and Heritage Service of Northern Ireland Heritage Gardens Inventory

  • Reference: D019

Features

  • Ornamental Bridge
  • Earliest Date:
  • Latest Date:
  • Icehouse
  • Kitchen Garden
  • Gate Lodge
  • Riverside Walk
Key Information

Type

Park

Purpose

Forestry

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

References

References