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Newcastle, County Down
Newcastle, County Down
Newcastle is a County Down seaside resort at the foot of the Mourne Mountains, with a traffic-free promenade and play parks. Slieve Donard, Tollymore Forest Park, Murlough National Nature Reserve and Royal County Down Golf Club are all nearby.
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Where to stay
- Central PromenadeHotels and guest houses by the seafront
- Town centreShops, cafes and the bus station
- TollymoreForest park area about 5 minutes away by car
- DundrumVillage about 10 minutes away by car
- CastlewellanTown with a forest park, about 15 minutes away by car
Getting there
- From Belfast follow the A24 through Clough to Newcastle
- Frequent bus services run to the town; the Translink Mourne Rambler circular bus runs in July and August and starts and ends at Newcastle Bus Station
- Car parking and coach parking are available, with designated disabled parking
Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.
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Questions people ask
Where is the best place to stay near Newcastle, County Down?
Central Promenade: Hotels and guest houses by the seafront. Town centre: Shops, cafes and the bus station. Tollymore: Forest park area about 5 minutes away by car. Dundrum: Village about 10 minutes away by car. Castlewellan: Town with a forest park, about 15 minutes away by car.
How do I get to Newcastle, County Down?
From Belfast follow the A24 through Clough to Newcastle. Frequent bus services run to the town; the Translink Mourne Rambler circular bus runs in July and August and starts and ends at Newcastle Bus Station. Car parking and coach parking are available, with designated disabled parking.
Any tips for visiting Newcastle, County Down?
Walkers heading for Slieve Donard should stay near the promenade and set off early, as summer weekends are busy.
Which airport is closest to Newcastle, County Down?
The nearest airport on this site is George Best Belfast City Airport, about 28 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.