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Fernhill (also known as Glencairn Park)

Introduction

Fernhill was a mid-19th-century gentleman's residence next to Glencairn. Lime avenues remain as do some trees from the former gardens.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Telephone

028 9056 9615

Website

http://www.ni-environment.gov.uk/index.htm

Access contact details

The park is open daily from 7.30am. Closing times vary seasonally.

Directions

Three miles west of Belfast city centre off the A55, at the eastern foot of Divis Mountain.

Owners

Belfast City Council

Belfast City Hall, Belfast, BT1 5GS

Other Websites

History

Period

  • Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
  • Victorian (1837-1901)
Features & Designations

Designations

  • Environment and Heritage Service of Northern Ireland Heritage Gardens Inventory

  • Reference: An 028

Features

  • Tree Avenue
Key Information

Type

Park

Purpose

Recreational/sport

Principal Building

Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces

Period

Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)

Survival

Part: standing remains

Open to the public

Yes

References