A route through woodland, farmland & along the shore of Strangford Lough. Enjoy Audley's Castle, which dates back to the 15th century & Old Castle Ward, which is part of a historic farmyard. Hoof Trail users must have either a daily or annual Hoof Permit.
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54.37, -5.59 · rel 19611758
54.37, -5.59 · rel 19611758
Hoof Trail, Castle Ward
12,2 km from Horse car park, Castle Ward, Strangford, Downpatrick, County Down BT30 7LS;NW672027 to Horse car park, Castle Ward, Strangford, Downpatrick, County Down BT30 7LS;NW672027 .
Horse car park, Castle Ward, Strangford, Downpatrick, County Down BT30 7LS;NW672027
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Horse car park, Castle Ward, Strangford, Downpatrick, County Down BT30 7LS;NW672027
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12,2km
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demanding
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easy
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Castle or ruins
Remote
Uncrowded
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 5 points along the route
What will you encounter?
4× Attraction
1× ruins
Brienne & Jaime's Hanging Tree
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Walder Frey's Twins
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Winterfell Castle Courtyard
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62 m off route
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Atlas of Westeros - Robb Stark's War Camp
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Standing Stone
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258 m off route
3,2 km
26%
04 · Landmarks
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05 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
06 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Hoof Trail, Castle Ward is 12.2 km long.
At an average walking pace, Hoof Trail, Castle Ward takes approximately 3h 2min to complete.
No, Hoof Trail, Castle Ward is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Horse car park, Castle Ward, Strangford, Downpatrick, County Down BT30 7LS;NW672027 to Horse car park, Castle Ward, Strangford, Downpatrick, County Down BT30 7LS;NW672027. Plan ahead for return transport.
Hoof Trail, Castle Ward starts at Horse car park, Castle Ward, Strangford, Downpatrick, County Down BT30 7LS;NW672027.
Hoof Trail, Castle Ward is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Hoof Trail, Castle Ward is maintained and managed by National Trust.