Castle Espie Wetland Centre brings you face to face with wildfowl, while free spots like Island Hill and Nendrum Monastic Site make for rewarding mornings that cost nothing.
The Comber Greenway is a great free option for cycling or walking. Dino's Den offers soft play when rain arrives, and Mount Stewart makes a fine estate day out. With 48 places within about 10 miles, you have plenty to choose from.
The best days out near Killinchy
Castle Espie Wetland Centre
North Strangford Lough NNR
Island Hill
Nendrum Monastic Site (Mahee Castle)
Mahee Island Golf Club
Sketrick Castle
Finlay's Place
Comber Skatepark
Strangford Lough Yacht Club
Strangford Lough Activity Centre
Dino's Den
Comber Leisure Centre
Horner's Farm Shop
Comber Greenway
NI Microlights
Scrabo Golf Club
Mount Stewart
Scrabo Country Park
Ulster Flying Club
Heli Power
Strangford Garden Centre
Happy Town
Castlebawn Retail Park
Springmount Farm
Newtownards Model Flying Club
Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing & Leisure
Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing & Leisure Complex
Stonebridge Cottage Farm
Ards Skatepark
Ards Sub-Aqua Club
Pure Day Spa
Newtownards to Mount Stewart Shore Walk
Ards Shopping Centre
Jump Zone Newtownards
The Spa at La Mon Hotel & Country Club
Movilla Abbey
Greba Gardens
Cottage Wood Nature Reserve
Angus Farm Shop
Bullhouse Brew Co
Dickson's Garden Centre
Grey Abbey
Ards Brewing Company
Bradshaws Brae Driving Range
Eastwell Farm Alpacas
Streamvale Garden Centre
Play Town
Streamvale Open Farm Mini Golf
What's on near Killinchy
- 1JulPond dippingCastle Espie
- 1JulExhibition by Diarmuid Delargy RUA REArtisAnn Gallery
- 3JulVision — Comber LibraryComber Library
- 4JulDragonfly crafts with Boom StudiosCastle Espie
- 5JulCourtyard sessionsCastle Espie
- 6JulNature Through Our Eyes Alphabetography — Holywood LibraryHolywood Library
Days out in Killinchy — your questions
What are the best days out in Killinchy?
Start with Castle Espie Wetland Centre for a great wildlife experience. Nendrum Monastic Site and Sketrick Castle are both free and genuinely impressive. For something more active, the Comber Greenway is ideal for cycling, and Mount Stewart offers a full estate day out just a short drive away.
What free things are there to do in Killinchy?
There are plenty of free options. North Strangford Lough NNR and Island Hill are great for lough-side walks. Nendrum Monastic Site and Sketrick Castle give you real history at no cost. The Comber Greenway is free for cyclists and walkers, and Scrabo Country Park adds woodland trails to the list.
Where can you go on a rainy day near Killinchy?
Dino's Den is your most reliable soft play option when the rain sets in, and Happy Town is another good choice for younger children. Comber Leisure Centre has a pool if you want something more active. These are your main covered options near Killinchy when the weather turns.
What's good for young children near Killinchy?
Castle Espie Wetland Centre is a favourite — young children love the animals and the outdoor wetland setting. Dino's Den and Happy Town both offer soft play for toddlers and younger kids. The Comber Greenway works well for little ones on bikes or scooters on a dry day.