Brief Description
The present house is on an elevated site in a landscape park with views. There are also the remains of the 17th-century Old Castle Ward. Features include woodland, a temple, a deer park, formal gardens and a 15th-century tower-house as an eyecatcher.
History
This is a 16th-century demesne. There are the remains of a tower house and a 17th-century castle.
Visitor Facilities
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/castle-ward/opening-times/- Features
- House (featured building)
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- Access & Directions
Access Contact Details
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/castle-ward/opening-times/Directions
One mile west of Strangford off the A25.
- Contact
Telephone
028 9056 9615Official Website
Owners
The National Trust
Heelis, Kemble Drive, Swindon, SN2 2NA
- References
References
- Bence-Jones, M {A Guide to Irish Country Houses} (London: Constable, 1988)A Guide to Irish Country Houses
- Register of Parks, Gardens and Demesnes of Special Historic Interest, Northern Ireland