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Sketrick Castle – Whiterock Harbour loop from Delamont

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Sketrick Castle – Whiterock Harbour loop from Delamont

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Sketrick Castle – Whiterock Harbour loop from Delamont

05:08

86.0km

610m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 22, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Includes segments with temporary access restrictions. Check ahead to confirm restricted segments are open to the public.

After 18.5 km for 1.12 km

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.34 km

Portulla Wood

Forest

19.8 km

View of Portaferry Harbor

Highlight • Lake

Lovely little loughside town. Good Hotel with quality food & Guinness, plus a couple of cafes.

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22.6 km

Corrog Wood

Forest

54.1 km

View of Scrabo Tower from Killynether Wood

Highlight • Forest

Always worth the ascent. If only for the view towards Sliev Croob and the Mournes. Beautiful patch work of swollen hills, cut by colourful fields, that meander all the way …

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59.4 km

View of Scrabo Tower from Ballydrain Road

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Picturesque rolling trail through Barley fields, and vistas of the beautiful Strangford Lough always present. Hosts great views of Scrabo Tower in the distance, and if you catch this trail …

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62.7 km

WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre

Highlight • Natural

WWT Castle Espie is home to the largest collection of ducks, geese and swans in Ireland. Wide open spaces, and wetlands full of the sights and sounds of nature.

Surprised …

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69.9 km

Sketrick Castle

Highlight • Castle

Sketrick Castkle is a historic landmark situated on Sketrick Island near Whiterock. The castle dates back to the 12th century and the grounds are free to explore.

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71.1 km

Whiterock Harbour

Highlight • Settlement

It's home to two yacht clubs: Strangford Lough Yacht Club and 1.5 kilometres (0.95 mi) to the north, Down Cruising Club. Between the two yacht clubs is Sketrick Castle, a …

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75.2 km

Quarterland Road and Strangford Lough Views

Highlight • Viewpoint

A winding and undulating narrow leafy lane alongside the bays of Strangford Lough, that climbs up towards Killinchy for some stunning views.

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86.0 km

Strangford Stone

Highlight • Monument

Situated on the shores of Strangford Lough in an area of outstanding natural beauty, The Park offers peace, beauty and tranquillity. It is home to the Strangford Stone - the …

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86.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.9 km

36.4 km

3.44 km

2.53 km

1.12 km

320 m

317 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

77.2 km

6.90 km

1.42 km

526 m

Elevation

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Highest point (80 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Friday 31 July

21°C

11°C

11 %

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Sketrick Castle – Whiterock Harbour loop from Delamont

View of Portaferry Harbor

View of Scrabo Tower from Killynether Wood

View of Scrabo Tower from Ballydrain Road

WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre

Sketrick Castle

Whiterock Harbour

Quarterland Road and Strangford Lough Views

Strangford Stone

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