Nelson Boats are well know for chartering Boats to the Copeland Islands 2 miles off the coast of…read moreDonaghadee but they also provide other services such as Fishing Trips, Bird watching ,UK Boat Delivery, Classic and Traditional Boat repairs and sales. For the last 60 years Nelsons Boats have cruised the 2 miles to the Copeland Island to give locals and tourists a unique experience. The scenic Copeland Islands are approximately 300 acres noted for their bird population and excellent coastal fishing. Boat trips are available from June to September with fishing and Copelands trips daily 2pm (if weather permitting) from Donaghadee Harbour. Other trips can be arranged by appointment for groups. Fishing tackle provided. I would advise everyone to take a trip to the Copelands, this is a chance to feel wilderness while only being a few miles from civilisation, the rugged landscape has often been the focal point for local landscape artists and it is no wonder Nelsons have had continued success for over 60 years.

What a fantastic boat trip we had with this company on board 'Mona' (there is another boat as well,…read more'Joyce Too')! Although they offer private tours of various kinds, we took the 'Titanic Boat Tour' a few days ago. This huge vessel was designed, built and launched in Belfast - something I hadn't actually realised until I visited the city. The tour includes the historic Harland & Wolff shipyards and many other famous sites all around Belfast Harbour. The two guys on board were so friendly and the one who gave the commentary was a mine of information. He made it extremely interesting and often hilarious with his witty commentary. Titanic tours depart from Jetty 2 not far from the 'Big Fish' sculpture and operate all year round, definitely not to be missed!

Located next to the 'big fish' statue is the 'world's only titanic boat tours'--I'm surprised there…read moreare not more because it was really nice to see the city from the water and learn more about the Titanic without having to pay lots to go into the new visitors centre. You see a lot of different aspects of he way ships were built, as well as some recent additions to the habour--like the Union Moon which was recently in an accident. The guide really knows what hes talking about as well. The boat is called the Joyce Too if you get lost looking for it!

As part of an end of year bash, our choir recently took themselves to the waters of Belfast Lough,…read moreand went on a Titanic Boat Tour...was it going to end in disaster? Well, there were a few close calls with some inebriated people standing too close to the edge of the ship, but thankfully, we all came back intact and ready to eat our dinner. This boat tour is well worth the money, and really enjoyable. You can pay £10 per adult or £30 for a family ticket, which I would say would be good value for your money if you are a family of tourists wanting to learn about the history of shipping in Belfast and the Titanic in particular. It does give you some good views of Belfast Lough also, and of course, would be most enjoyable in good, sunny weather. The tours last around an hour and a half, and are informative and enjoyable. I would recommend the experience for tourist and residents of Belfast too - it doesn't hurt to know the history of your own city!

Ok, so first up I don't own a boat and I don't have any intention of going to sea just yet. What…read morewas I doing in a sailboats shop I hear you ask? Well I was on a mission, a mission to get my sister in laws work colleague a gift voucher. I got assigned this mission due to my living quarters being close to Mccready's. Living close by I have walked by loads of times, there's always people tinkering with small sail boats in the front yard but I had never actually been inside the shop. I was surprised when I walked in and saw how many products were on sale. They have everything from wetsuits, full boats and sailing fashion (yes, that's a thing - never visited North Down?). The staff were friendly - they probably knew I wasn't a sailor due to my lack of striped top yet they were able to help me get a gift voucher. If you're shopping for for any nautical fanatic them it's best to pay Mccready's a visit, I'm not aware of any other stores in the region that have as much choice.

The present site of the Harbour Office has been in use since 1847 as the headquarters of the…read moreBelfast Harbour Commissioners. The building was constructed between 1847 - 1854, firstly designed by George Smith in 1854 and later by the Belfast architect William Henry Lynn. The building was done in style of an Italian palazzo. It features some gorgeous marble mosaic floors and stunning stained glass windows the most impressive of which shows the Seal of Belfast Harbour Commissioners, others depict commerce, ship building and enterprise as well as featuring a number of the coat of arms of cities with which Belfast has done business. The site is also home to a fascinating art galley. The collection here has been built up over the years by Harbour Commissioners. The gallery is located in ornate and opulent rooms decorated in Victorian fashion, the art works nestle themselves happily on these walls. The rooms boast work from prominent Irish artists such as; William Conor and Joseph Carey. There are also a number of sculptures from France and Italy. Mainly though the collection is impressive in its historical importance. There are a number of old landscapes, historical events and relevant scenes from Belfast's past. For example there is an 1851 painting of Belfast Harbour's Ferry Steps. Other pieces include the portrait of Sir Robert Baird, Proprietor of the Belfast Telegraph and Harbour Commissioner from 1932 to 1934. As part of European Heritage Weekend on 11th & 12th of September the Belfast Harbour Office will be open to the public for a chance to view the fascinating history within its walls and sneak a peek at the famous art collection.

As part of the European Heritage Open Day two friends and I visited this impressive building. The…read moreguide was very interesting and knowledgeable and gave us a thorough account of the Commission, its role, its inception and its future. I really was impressed with everything the commission is responsible for!!

Great new lake, well stocked and always plenty of fish on the bite, ample parking and kids pond is…read morean excellent idea. Staff are very friendly and the boats are a welcome addition. Prices are average for the area

Shipwreck'd the shop acts as the Ticket office for Lagan Boat Tours, the shop is ideally located in…read moreDonegal Quay although you've probably walked past it hundreds of times and never noticed it. It's a real shame that this wee shop doesn't get the attention it deserves. It's full up of maritime merchandise and Titanic related gifts. The sell T-shirt in here that say, 'she was alright when she left here' referring to the Titanic. The lovely ladies working in the shop told me that this is actually a registered slogan of the Lagan Boat Company, so this is the only place you can get one of these tongue and cheek T's. This shop is the perfect place to pick up a unique Belfast Souvenir, maybe you've been to the Titanic Centre but you want something a little different, something that no one else has... well if that's the case drop in here for a look. It's right next to 'The Big Fish' and located through a Café so it's the perfect place for a Belfast tour pit stop.