NatureParks
Enjoy the natural beauty of Derry/Londonderry through its lush nature parks. These green spaces provide scenic landscapes, peaceful trails, picnic areas, and an escape into nature right in or near the city. Perfect for a relaxing stroll or family outing.
St. Columb’s Park
St. Columb’s Park is Derry’s largest green space, located beside the River Foyle and Peace Bridge. It features walking trails, gardens, woodlands, and sports facilities. With a mix of history and nature, including the historic manor house, it’s a peaceful retreat and a favorite spot for relaxation and recreation.
Ness Country Park
Located just outside Derry in County Londonderry, Ness Country Park spans over 55 hectares of woodland and riverside walks. It is home to Northern Ireland’s highest waterfall and offers picnic areas, wildlife habitats, and scenic trails. The park is perfect for hiking, birdwatching, and exploring unspoiled landscapes.
Bay Road Park
Bay Road Park is a nature reserve along the River Foyle, close to Derry’s city center. Once an industrial site, it has been transformed into a haven for wildlife and community recreation. Walking trails, birdwatching areas, and open views make it an urban green escape for locals and visitors.
Brooke Park
Brooke Park is a Victorian-era public park near Derry’s historic center. Restored to its former beauty, it features landscaped gardens, a glasshouse, play areas, and walking paths. Known as the “People’s Park,” it blends history with nature, offering a green oasis for families and leisure seekers.
Prehen Wood
Prehen Wood is an ancient woodland on the outskirts of Derry, managed by the Woodland Trust. Rich in biodiversity, it is home to rare plants, butterflies, and birds. Its peaceful trails allow visitors to experience a natural environment that has survived for centuries, making it a treasured heritage woodland.
List of Nature Parks in Northern Ireland
Glenariff Forest Park, Tollymore Forest Park, Castlewellan Forest Park, Silent Valley Mountain Park, Lough Navar Forest, Gortin Glen Forest Park, Crawfordsburn Country Park, Redburn Country Park, Colin Glen Forest Park, Antrim Castle Gardens, Hillsborough Forest, Carnfunnock Country Park, Delamont Country Park, Florence Court, Oxford Island Nature Reserve, Peatlands Park.
