Introduction
Donard Lodge was a house of the 1830s with a conservatory, both now demolished. The site is on the slope of Slieve Donard with parkland, woodland and exotic trees. Other features include river walks, an ice house, a walled garden and Donard Bridge of about 1835.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Directions
On the southern outskirts of Newcastle off the A2.
Owners
Northern Ireland Forest Service
Dundonald House, Upper Newtownards Road, Ballymiscaw, Belfast, BT4 3SB
- Features & Designations
Designations
Environment and Heritage Service of Northern Ireland Heritage Gardens Inventory
- Reference: D019
Features
- Ornamental Bridge
- Earliest Date:
- Latest Date:
- Icehouse
- Kitchen Garden
- Gate Lodge
- Riverside Walk
- Key Information
Type
Park
Purpose
Forestry
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
- References
References
- Bence-Jones, M {A Guide to Irish Country Houses} (London: Constable, 1990) A Guide to Irish Country Houses