Outdoor

Straidkilly Nature Reserve

Northern Ireland, Ireland
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About this experience

This Ulster Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve is situated off the Straidkilly Road, an inland route between Glenarm and Carnlough on the hill slope above the Coast Road. Informal paths provide a circular walk around the site, though the ground is uneven and care is required. This 8.5 hectare (21 acre) secluded woodland, is perched above the village of Glenarm and is home to hazel thickets and mixed woodland of ash, birch, hawthorn and rowan, interspersed with several species-rich grassland clearings. During spring, the ground is awash with wildflowers such as bluebells and lesser celandine, along with a host of interesting plants such as parasitic toothwort, wood vetch and stone bramble while the pungent smell of wild garlic fills the air. Other rarities include the parasitic bird’s-...

Specifications
  • Destination

    Northern Ireland

  • Country

    Ireland

  • Type of experience

    Outdoor

  • Best time to visit

    • Autumn
    • Summer
    • Spring
  • Nearby stations

    • Belfast International Airport
    • Belfast Great Victoria Street railway station
    • Port of Belfast

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