Sailing
For the leisure sailor, Down offers the expanse of Strangford Lough. The Lough is a glittering tracery of islands and inlets all framed by the majestic Mourne Mountains.
Sailing Visitors Guide 2010
Ardglass Marina
19 Quay Street, Ardglass,
BT30 7SA
T 028 4484 2332
F 028 4484 2332
E ardglassmarina@tiscali.co.uk
Situated at an important co-ordinate on the Coast of Down, it offers unlimited access 24 hours a day. It has a capacity for 83 berths.
East Down Yacht Club
Moymore, Killyleagh
BT30 7SA
T 028 4482 8375
F 028 4484 2332
E edyc@lycos.co.uk
W www.edyc.co.uk
A racing and cruising club situated on the western shores of Strangfor Lough, having a nine acre site and modern clubhouse.
Killyleagh Yacht Club
Cuan Beach, Killyleagh
T 028 9258 7200
KYC is centrally positioned, situated on the west shore of Strangford Lough. The club has a good landing pontoon which gives easy access to all local facilities.
Newcastle Yacht Club
12 South Promenade,
The Harbour, Newcastle
BT33 0EX
E: nycltd@hotmail.co.uk
W: www.ncyni.co.uk
Dinghy sailing and sail training available all summer.
Phennick Cove Marina
19 Quay Street, Ardglass
T: 0 28 4484 2332
F: 0 28 4484 2332
Situated at an important co-ordinate on the Coast of Down, it offers unlimited access 24 hours a day. It has a capacity for 83 berths.
Opening Hours: 8:00 - 22:00
Admission: Depending on craft length.
Quoile Yacht Club
21 Castle Island, Downpatrick
BT30 7LD
T: 0 28 4461 2266
W: www.quoileyc.com
Strangford/Portaferry Ferry
Strangford Ferry Terminal,
The Slip, Strangford
T: 0 28 4488 1637
Sailing times from Strangford. Departs on the hour and half past the hour. Sailing times from Portaferry. Departs Quarter to and quarter past the hour. Runs every day except Christmas Day.
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Depart Strangford
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First Sailing
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Last Sailing
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Depart Portaferry
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First Sailing
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Weekdays
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7.30am
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10.30pm
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Weekdays
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7.45am
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10.45pm
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Saturday
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8.00am
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11.00pm
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Saturday
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8.15am
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11.15pm
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Sunday
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9.30am
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10.30pm
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Sunday
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9.45am
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10.45pm
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Strangford Sailing Club
Castle Ward Estate, Strangford
T: 0 28 4488 1404
Strangford Sea Safari Trips
c/o Clearsky Adventure Centre
The Gables,
98 Bryansford Road, Newcastle
Co. Down
BT33 0LF
T 028 4372 3933
W www.clearsky-adventure.com/sea-safari.php
Explore Northern Irelands best kept secrets as you discover the Strangford Loughs surrounding coastline aboard our comfortable and modern 12 seat RIB boat. Trips are ideal for visiting local attractions with groups of friends, family, media etc. Short sight seeing trips right through to private charter for accessing remote areas are available. Your trip will take you to fascinating sights including SeaGen the first electricity generating tidal turbine in Europe and remote islands, e.g. Salt Island. At Cloghy Rocks Nature reserve you will catch sight of seal colonies. You will experience stunning views of Angus Rock lighthouse and historic ship wrecks including a World War 2 troop carrier and great whirlpools at the famous ‘Routen Wheel’. You are guaranteed exhilaration aboard with your unique RIB boat experience. Ring today to discuss your needs.
Charters
Irish Sea Cruises
Nanlo House
53A Drumnaconagher Road, Crossgar
BT30 9JH
T 028 4483 2866/028 4483 2877
M 077 6427 9392
W www.irishseacruises.com
Can there be a more exciting way of travelling to watch Ireland play Landsdowne Road, attending a golf tournament at Portrush, lunch and a piper at Portpatrick in Scotland or the T.T. Races and other attractions on the Isle of Man? This facility is ideally suited to corporate and leisure groups where special rates are available for block bookings on request, or film, TV and media work. The boat used is an 11 metre stormforce with twin engines of approx 600hp and capable of cruising at 30 knots. There is a fully enclosed cabin with luxury seating for 12 passengers. Various destinations are covered including Scotland, Isle of Man and Ireland both North and South. Irish Sea Cruises use highly qualified personnel. We take great pride in our boats and their maintenance. We are equipped with 'state of the art' technology and navigational aids. Irish Sea Cruises have previously been involved in various TV Documentaries, Film making and Radio broadcasts. We are ideally suited to this type of work having the facility of reaching the destinations quickly. Our boat is an extremely stable platform capable of slow manoeuvring and quiet running, which is ideal for interviews and Radio broadcasts. We pride ourselves in our friendly, helpful service. We appreciate that your break is important to you and we will endeavour to make it as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Please Contact for specialised prices.
Strangford Yacht Charter
30 Clea Lough Road, Killyleagh
BT30 9SY
T 028 44821451
M 078 3632 7272
E skipper@strangfordyachtcharter.com
W www.strangfordyachtcharter.com
Skipper: Grahame Stronge.
Cruise in style and comfort around the sheltered waters of Strangford Lough and beyond aboard a 55 foot luxury motor yacht. We specialise in: Public Celebrations, tours of Strangford, scuba diving, corporate entertainment, filming and T.V. Explore the many ancient monastic sites and castles of Strangford, or take a voyage to Scotland, Donegal or Wales. Please Contact for specialised prices.
Triton Marine Charter Services
11 Castle Cove, Ardglass,
BT30 7WD
M 078 2153 7044
E: enquiries@tritonexplorer.com
W: www.tritonexplorer.com
Skipper: Jason Parker. Triton Marine Charter Services offer a unique opportunity for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy sea based leisure and work activities aboard our luxury 42 ft charter vessel. Our vessel, Triton Explorer, is available to charter for any of our complete range of services throughout the year from a choice of handy marina locations throughout Co Down. Our investment in Triton Explorer, which is one of the most sophisticated and well equipped vessels available, will guarantee our clients enjoy an experience at sea that is exciting, comfortable, affordable, but more importantly safe. We don’t just specialise in Sea Fishing or Diving Trips, we also provide may other services, which can be tailored as a package to suit your needs. These include coastal tours, Isle of Man Golf Trips, Marine Wildlife Cruises, and Photography & Filming. Please Contact for specialised prices.
Contacts
Downpatrick Tourist Information
The Saint Patrick Centre,
53a Market Street
Downpatrick, BT30 6LZ
T 0 28 4461 2233
F 0 28 4461 2350
E downpatrick.tic@downdc.gov.uk
Newcastle Tourist Information Centre
10-14 Central Promenade,
Newcastle, BT33 0AA
T 0 28 4372 2222
F 0 28 4372 2400
E newcastle.tic@downdc.gov.uk