Colin glen is a hidden treasure and they constantly have different activities ie santas grotto at…read morecrimbo, they currently have a gruffallo trail which is very good for kiddies, onsite they have climbing frame activity centre called sky trek , the place is well worth a visit and Wee dander though some of the trails and a fry when u get back to the centre

: I never get to come here as often as I'd wish. It's really beautiful here - with lovely nature…read moretrails and walks, for all ages and abilities. There are ponds and streams, and beautiful flora and fauna everywhere you look - it makes me guilty that I'm such a city girl and this place is right on my doorstep. It's got disabled access too, and I've come here with friends who have a disabled daughter and the visitors centre and the paths were accessible for her, she really enjoyed it. There is also a golf course, which I wouldn't let my poor husband go to - we didn't have time! When I've been there in the past I've also seen school groups of all ages enjoying the park, with a guided tour - I was very tempted to join them! The visitors centre has a café and a gifts shop as well as an exhibitions about the history and nature of the park which is really well laid out and very informative. If you want to see a different side of Belfast, Colin Glen is a place you should see.

I have been wanting to get a good look around this park for years, as I have driven past Musgrave…read morepark many times. Finally had the chance today, but I only managed half an hour around the sensory garden. There were quirky carved table and chairs for picnics. Herb garden/allotments and a play area with a whispering wall. Good sized car park too. I will definitely go back to walk around the perimeter.

Musgrave Park is somewhere I've visited since I've been old enough to ride a bicycle. I remember…read moregoing down here with my mates from when I was about 10 years old, with a football in a plastic bag swinging from my bikes handlebars and everyone cycling like mad with the knowledge that 'last to the park does nets first'! With vast open spaces, beautiful gardens, bowling greens, tennis courts, football pitches and 'big high trees' this place was the perfect place for me to enjoy my youth until my dinner was ready, and sometimes after if I had my homework done! It is the perfect space for everyone of all ages to enjoy, and can be anything you want it to be, from somewhere for kids to play and run around, for a quiet, tranquil place to collect your thoughts, for a relaxing game of bowls, Musgrave is very well looked after and is a treasure in an area of Belfast surrounded by motorways, busy roads and densely populated neighbourhoods. A special mention must go to the stunning gardens in the park, well worth a walk around in the sunny weather and a great place to get away from the bustle and bustle of city life.

This is one of Belfast's lesser known spots for a walk. Lady Dixon as its fondly known is awash…read morewith trees and flower gardens, it's especially scenic in autumn when the trees begin to change colour. The park itself is located on the Upper Malone Road and is well sign posted from the city's main highways. There's great parking and our four legged friends are more than welcome in the park. You could see the whole park in about 30 minutes but likewise you could spend all day navigating the different gardens. Gardening enthusiasts will find the perfectly pruned flower gardens particularly interesting. There's a coffee house at the far side of the garden but unfortunately we didn't make it that far. It really is s lovely spot for an afternoon walk. Who needs to pay in to a National Trust park when you've got Lady Dixon on your doorstep!

Lady Dixon Park is the perfect place for Saturday afternoon picnics, Sunday strolls and great place…read moreto walk the dog. The park itself is very well kept with cut grass and perfectly maintained rose gardens. There is lots of different sections to this park and many picnic tables so you will have no problem finding the perfect spot for your picnic. If you have come unprepared there is a coffee shop on the grounds somewhere (I'm not sure where though) so you should be able to grab a coffee for your walk. Great park especially on the rare occasion when the sun is shinning!

We walked through the Botanical Gardens which are located adjacent to the university. As like…read moreeverything else in Ireland, the whole grounds were bright green and full of different plant species and lots and lots of flowers. I particularly liked their greenhouse. The beautiful white medal perfectly balanced the contrast between nature and industrial features while complementing the space and giving these particular plants a specific place to grow, such as succulents. The rose gardens reminded me of something from Alice in Wind with how the grass paths were weaved between the rose bushes and some of the flowers looked fake because they were so healthy and vibrant.  There are two newer greenhouses that were built specifically for tropical plants. Inside of each of these greenhouses, the temperature and humidity was set to stay at the perfect settings for these tropical plants to thrive. They were multiple stories so that the trees could grow tall and the vines could grow long and even go all the way up to the rafters. A great place to see and spend time on a sunny or partly cloudy day!!

Beautiful grounds near Queen's College in Belfast. So peaceful and sprawling. The grounds…read moremeticulously kept. The grounds included some magnificently lush green lawn for taking in the nice weather being experienced during our stay. The Ferris Wheel was well worth the nominal expense. The rose garden was beautifully laid out.

We took Ted here yesterday after work, but realised it was more of a children's park than a dog…read morewalking park. I don't think there was any other dogs in the park whilst we were there. The park is quite small, you could do a lap in less than 10 minutes. The park it's self is well maintained, grass cut short and nice flower beds. There is also clean toilets which it always a plus.

Recently we've been dong a voluntary tour of Belfast Parks and last night it was the turn of…read moreDrumglass Park on the Lisburn Road. Unlike other parks that act as shortcuts to get form one place to another, Drumglass is a purpose built facility for fun, sun bathing and general messing. The parks facilities include a path that runs around the perimeter that also acts as a running circuit, a play park with a nice rubber floor and some top notch equipment, a bandstand that could act as a shelter from the blazing summer sun or more likely the sun showers. Worth noting that there's at least 3 ice cream shops within 5 minutes walk of the park so if you fancy a stroll while simultaneously canceling out those burning calories you're in luck. Last night the park was littered with kids, dog walkers, joggers and sun worshipers. There's a really nice vibe t the park, I suppose that's because if you're in the park you're there to enjoy it rather than using it as a convenient walk way from one place to another. The park itself is well maintained and the council will close the gates at 9:30pm sharp in order to make sure it's looking sublime for the next day.

Mesmerisingly beautiful forest park located in South Belfast which is less cultivated and more…read morenatural in style. Really comes into its own during autumn when leaves turn golden. There are numerous trails to follow whether your walking, running or just aimlessly wandering. The air is filled with birdsong and sounds of running water from the Lagan River; I never listen to music or podcasts when walking through Belvoir as the sounds of nature are so relaxing. This is fast becoming one of my favourite locations in Belfast.

Let me start by clarifying the name of this forest park. Despite the spelling, its name is…read morepronounced 'Beaver'. Yes, it's odd I know. So, anyhoo, it's got an odd name, what else can I tell you about Belvoir? Well, it's a beautiful green space close to the centre of Belfast and in my experience, one that not that many people know about. Obviously, there is plenty of space taken over by lush green trees and shrubs which is ideal for kids and dogs. I think dogs are meant to be kept on leads but not everyone sticks to that and as long as the dogs behave, no-one gets too bent out of shape. There's also a river running through the forest park which dogs can splash about in although I don't let the kids go in it as I have a little bit of a rat phobia. Squirrels are everywhere, so take some nuts and they will come quite close to you to eat them. Cultured types will also be interested in the historical aspects of the forest like the 12th century motte. More simple types like me will just enjoy the fresh air, the greenery and the squirrels.

This small park stands next to the Belfast Cathedral and so it alternatively goes by the name…read moreCathedral gardens. It is about the size of a city block and includes some play areas, tables, seating, lots of shade trees and place to walk. It was mostly free of litter this morning. It's quiet and peaceful and was a lovely way to get some fresh air while exploring Belfast. [Review 1875 of 2024 - 858 in United Kingdom - 22897 overall]

Buoy Park's a small grassy area in Belfast city centre next to Ulster University Art College. I…read morelove it in summertime when the few trees are in full leaf. There's often street art, performance, music and dance events occurring especially when Culture Night, Festival of Fools or other festivities are running. This park takes it's name from three sea buoys on display as public artworks which are in honour of Belfast's maritime history. They've been located here for years but unfortunately rumours indicate possible future plans to move them elsewhere. This would be sad :-( Buoy Park's a beautifully quirky landmark which I, like many others, associate with happy years spent studying at the Art College. A lovely spot of greenery to sit in on sunny days with a coffee and watch the world pass by. Well maintained and relatively quiet.

This wee park is just at the bottom of my street so it is handy if i need to take Ted out for a…read morequick walk. It is usually well kept and has a small playground for children. The park closes earlier in the winter (around 5pm-ish) but stays open until after 9pm during the brighter nights in summer.

A recently rejuvenated park between The Antrim Road and York Street. This park is relatively…read moreunknown but it's definitely a hidden gem. The parks facilities include a kids play park, a small football pitch including nets, pathed areas for dog walking and it is maintained by the council. The park does have opening hours, closing at 6pm durning the winter and closer to 9pm. This park allows dogs to be off the lead so that's a bonus for dog walkers. Because it's relatively unknown it provides quite a peaceful walk. Great we park, probably under appreciated because it's in an area that is full of parks including Cave Hill and the Water

The grounds have a lot of statues and benches to sit and relax. We saw many people reading and…read morefeeding the squirrels. The statue of Queen Victoria was amazing. There was a special display to show the number of men killed during the Battle of Somme's during WWI. The display was incredible! Very thought provoking. The visuals really showed the numbers of men who died. It is a great area for the people to see and spend time exploring the city.

For the majority of the year the benches outside city hall are infested with punks/emos/general…read moredrug users and alcos though they are unlikely to cause you any bother. During the summer though it can be a really nice place to just lie on the grass and watch the world go by. There is the big wheel for those who are ok with heights though it costs £6 a go which i think is a bit much, especially cause the views of Belfast really aren't all that great.